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JAMILA'S MEMO: Budget numbers vs reality
This week, the Finance Bill 2026 was published, and almost immediately, questions began emerging from the public.
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BONYO'S BONE: Gold - mind the poor too
In West Pokot County, 12 women and three men died after rocks came crashing down at Romo Hills in Kasei.
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SAM'S SENSE: Hey, hey listen
That clip of him calling out the audience to order went viral, attracting immense commentary locally and globally.
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YVONNE'S TAKE: Africa do unto others
Climate negotiations routinely expose a painful imbalance: Africa contributes the least to global emissions, yet suffers some of the worst consequences.
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KAIKAI'S KICKER: Talk Africa, talk.. but act!
Every major world power wants a summit with Africa. By a casual count, there are at least 12 such summits.
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Japan's Mitoma a major doubt for World Cup
Mitoma suffered a hamstring injury during Brighton's 3-0 win over Wolves last weekend.
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Iran allows Chinese ships to pass Hormuz since Wednesday
Iran has largely blocked shipping through the vital strait since the outbreak of war with the United States and Israel on February 28.
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Roble Said Nuno appointed as Commission on Revenue Allocation CEO
The commission said the appointment followed a rigorous selection exercise conducted in line with applicable recruitment laws and procedures.
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Arteta seeks goal spree for Premier League title cushion
Arteta's men are two points ahead of second-placed Manchester City with two games to go after a controversial VAR call ruled out a late West Ham equaliser against Arsenal last weekend.
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McFarlane calls on Chelsea to save troubled season with FA Cup glory
Without a win in their last seven Premier League games, Chelsea are languishing in ninth place with virtually no chance of qualifying for next season's Champions League.
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One shot during protests as Marsabit-Wajir border land dispute escalates
The protesters are demanding the release of the elders and the halting of construction of a multi-agency security camp until the dispute is resolved.
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Chimoney Had the Licences, the Product, and the Team. It Didn’t Have Enough People Who Knew About It
The Canadian-African fintech shut down on April 30, 2026 — not because the product failed, but because the world never quite found it. When a freelancer in Lagos gets paid by a client in New York, the money rarely moves simply. It crosses currency rails, compliance checkpoints, and multiple intermediaries before it lands. Chimoney was […] The post Chimoney Had the Licences, the Product, and the Team. It Didn’t Have Enough People Who Knew About It appeared first on Tech In Africa.
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More pain at the pump as Super Petrol price increases by Ksh.16, Diesel by Ksh.46
In its latest pricing review announced on Thursday, EPRA indicated that the cost of Super Petrol and Diesel has gone up by Ksh.16.65 and Ksh.46.29 per litre respectively, while the price of Kerosene remains unchanged.
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Gachagua woos Sifuna, warns against using choppers when traversing the country
Gachagua noted that a united Opposition will be key in ousting President William Ruto. He also cautioned Sifuna against traversing the country using choppers, claiming that the government may go to extreme lengths in silencing dissenting voices.
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KMTC accountant charged with forgery of KCSE certificate
Cyrus Oigoro Miencha allegedly altered his KCSE results from a mean grade of C- (minus) to C+ (plus) before using the certificate to gain admission to Kisii University, where he pursued a Bachelor of Commerce degree.
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Gov’t urges school heads to address triggers leading to schools’ unrest
Bitok noted that the second term has historically experienced cases of unrest in schools and challenged education officers to identify and address warning signs early enough.
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City still 'alive' but need Arsenal slip: Guardiola
Antoine Semenyo and Omar Marmoush both struck from Phil Foden passes in the first half at the Etihad before Savinho added a late third to lift City two points behind leaders Arsenal.
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Investment in technology, education reforms key for prosperity - President Ruto
The President said continued education reforms as well as ongoing expansion of research and technology institutions, are part of the government’s deliberate strategy to achieve national transformation.
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Instagram removes end-to-end encryption for private chats
This comes after Meta Inc, the owner of Instagram and Facebook, has discontinued its end-to-end encryption services for Instagram private chats as of May 8, 2026.
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LSK raises alarm on rising GBV cases, calls for immediate action
This comes amid a surge in reported cases of intimate partner violence, sexual violence, femicide, and other forms of gender-based violence that have claimed the lives of women and girls in tragic circumstances.
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Iran says no US visas issued yet for 2026 World Cup
Iran has been at war with the United States and Israel since February 28, though a fragile ceasefire has been in place since April 8.
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Slot has 'every reason to believe' he will remain as Liverpool boss
The Reds splashed out a record £450 million ($609 million) on new players last summerm but that investment has so far reaped little reward.
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Naked becomes the world’s first to give a final car insurance quote in ChatGPT
South African insurance platform, Naked, has become the first company in the world to successfully develop and deploy a native app in ChatGPT that can provide a final, binding car insurance quote. The launch also appears to make Naked the first South African company to release a native app in ChatGPT, representing an early step towards a future […] The post Naked becomes the world’s first to give a final car insurance quote in ChatGPT appeared first on Tech In Africa.
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A Guide to AI for Agriculture and Food Security in Africa
A Guide to AI for Agriculture and Food Security in Africa Modern food systems in Africa face many challenges, including erratic weather and growingpopulations. While traditional farming often struggles… TechCity
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Fans split as Bien appears to reference Mobutu Sese Seko at Nairobi summit Concert
The 'Finale' hitmaker's Bien’s outfit featured Mobutu’s signature aesthetic - including a military-inspired tailored suit, dark shades, and a leopard-print cap reminiscent of the late Zairean leader’s iconic style. 
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Madaraka Day preparations in Wajir reach 84% completion
President William Ruto is expected to host a state luncheon in Wajir.
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Mbappe can show 'commitment' to Real Madrid: Arbeloa
Mbappe has faced criticism from the club's own fans in recent weeks, in part for going on holiday to Sardinia during his recovery from a thigh injury.
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73% of ODM supporters back Sifuna-led Linda Mwananchi – TIFA Survey
73% of respondents expressed support for Sifuna’s faction, with party leader Oburu Oginga only getting 24% support for his Linda Ground. 
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Kindiki retains strong lead as preferred DP candidate for Ruto’s 2027 bid
According to the survey, Kindiki’s dominance reflects what TIFA described as a strong voter preference for continuity and stability within Ruto’s political camp as the country gradually shifts focus toward the 2027 election.
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Mulinge urges Ulinzi to unleash attacking 'DNA' in KPL survival fight
Ulinzi have endured an inconsistent campaign marked by a series of managerial changes due to a spate of poor results, with the soldiers facing the relegation threat for the first time since their promotion to the top-flight league in 1998.
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Real Madrid win legal battle over Bernabeu concert noise
A Spanish judge said in January all concerts held at the stadium, including that of American superstar Taylor Swift, had exceeded noise limits and there were sufficient "indications" to consider the reported nuisances a criminal offence.
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JuiceMe Acquires Ajiraworks and Appoints Founder Catherine Ochako as Global Director, EOR to Lead African Expansion
JuiceMe today announced the acquisition of Ajiraworks, a compliance-led employment firm operating across the UK and Kenya, and the appointment of its founder, Catherine Ochako, as Global Director, Employer of Record (EOR). Ochako also joins JuiceMe as a board member and shareholder. The transaction brings proven operational assets, compliance infrastructure, and cross-border employment intellectual property […] The post JuiceMe Acquires Ajiraworks and Appoints Founder Catherine Ochako as Global Director, EOR to Lead African Expansion appeared first on Tech In Africa.
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President Ruto: Why we have not re-opened Kenya-Somalia border
Plans to open the border had earlier been initiated in 2023.
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Three suspects arrested over Ksh.5M fraud at Public Trustee
They were arrested on Wednesday after being found to have used forged documents and fraudulent account details to steal the funds.
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Study warns of dangerous heat at 2026 World Cup
Concerns about heat already prompted FIFA to mandate a cooling break during each half of the World Cup matches that will take place between June 11 and July 19 in 16 stadiums across the United States, Mexico and Canada.
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World Cup transit fares to New Jersey stadium cut again after backlash
The United States is co-hosting the World Cup with Canada and Mexico. The tournament kicks off on June 11.
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