Teachers threaten to boycott 2026 national examinations over delayed allowances

Thousands of teachers who served as supervisors, invigilators, and exam markers during Kenya’s 2025 national examinations have threatened to boycott all examination-related activities in 2026 unless the government settles their outstanding allowances, which have been delayed for more than eight months. Teachers’ unions have warned that they will advise their members not to attend training…

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Fear and memories of election violence overshadow planned Tanzania protests

Calls for anti-government protests in Tanzania on Tuesday appear unlikely to translate into large-scale demonstrations, as many citizens remain fearful of a renewed security crackdown and haunted by memories of deadly violence during last year’s elections. The planned protests were intended to highlight concerns over what critics describe as growing political repression under President Samia…

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Ruto’s post-2032 succession debate gains momentum as Rift Valley leaders back Wetang’ula

The debate over who could succeed President William Ruto after the end of his second term in 2032 is beginning to take shape, with a section of Rift Valley leaders publicly endorsing National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula for the country’s top seat. Led by Nandi Governor Stephen Sang, the leaders declared their support for Wetang’ula…

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Residents urged to invest as new agricultural college promises economic boost in Tigania

Residents of Tigania West Constituency have been urged to invest in housing and related businesses ahead of the opening of the Kenya School of Agriculture (KSA), with the institution expected to create new economic opportunities in the area. Agriculture Principal Secretary Kipronoh Ronoh made the call during an inspection tour of ongoing development projects in…

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Matiang’i raises alarm over rising political violence after attack on Linda Mwananchi Convoy

Jubilee Party Deputy Leader Fred Matiang’i has warned that Kenya risks descending into chaos if the government fails to act decisively against rising political violence and criminal activity ahead of the 2027 General Election. The former Interior Cabinet Secretary’s remarks come in the wake of Friday’s attack on leaders allied to the Linda Mwananchi movement,…

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ODM leaders escalate row with Sifuna-Led Linda Mwananchi faction

A fresh political storm is brewing within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) after senior party leaders launched a scathing attack on the Linda Mwananchi faction led by Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, accusing the group of misleading Kenyans and advancing external political interests. Speaking during a women and boda boda empowerment programme in Kileleshwa Ward, Dagoretti…

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New hospital in Wajir aims to reduce costly medical travel for residents

Residents of Wajir County could soon access specialized healthcare services closer to home following the launch of construction of the Baitulmaal Level 4 Not-for-Profit Hospital, a project expected to reduce the need for patients to travel long distances in search of treatment. The hospital, whose construction officially began this week, is a joint initiative between…

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Western Kenya Power struggle intensifies as Mudavadi remains silent on 2027 succession debate

As political realignments ahead of the 2027 General Election gather momentum, Western Kenya has emerged as a key battleground in the race to shape President William Ruto’s succession politics, with Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi remaining notably absent from the growing debate. In recent months, political leaders from across the country have openly lobbied for…

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Petition on police accountability to be presented to Parliament during Saba Saba Commemorations

Organisers of this year’s planned Saba Saba commemorations have announced plans to present a petition to Parliament calling for stronger police accountability measures and enhanced protection of constitutional rights. In a notice dated July 5, Francis Awino, the National Convenor of the Mtetezi (Grassroots Economic Justice Movement), formally notified the National Police Service of a…

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