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The intervention comes at a time when health experts continue to emphasise the importance of proper nutrition during pregnancy in preventing complications and promoting healthy child development.

She noted that repeated fire incidents at the market continue to affect traders and their families, stressing the need for practical measures to safeguard businesses.

The report shows that non-revenue water increased from 44 per cent to 48 per cent during the 2024/25 financial year, meaning a large portion of water produced by utilities does not reach paying customers or is not billed.

Deputy Inspector General of Police Eliud Lagat said security agencies have put in place measures to ensure the event takes place peacefully while warning that anyone found disrupting order will be arrested.

Legislators argued that the arrangement raises questions over whether taxpayers are getting value for money, especially after an audit report showed the vendor could earn up to Sh2.7 billion over five years.

According to the Kenya Red Cross Nairobi Branch, the fire was reported near the fish side area of the market.

The result completed a perfect day for the Kenyan club, who had earlier swept aside Rwanda Revenue Authority (RRA) in straight sets to launch their tournament campaign in style.

The regulation, introduced earlier this year, was designed to prevent players from hiding potentially abusive, discriminatory or offensive language by covering their mouths while speaking during matches.

The first delivery marks the beginning of Ethiopian Airlines’ Twin Otter Classic 300-G fleet expansion, with a second aircraft scheduled for delivery later in 2026.

IGAD Executive Secretary Dr Workneh Gebeyehu said the right to seek safety must be upheld as a shared responsibility, stressing that displacement is a reality that could affect anyone.

Previous editions have largely been held in Europe and Asia, making Kenya’s selection a landmark moment for Africa’s participation in shaping global AI governance.

Kenya currently hosts more than 800,000 refugees, one of the largest refugee populations in Africa, placing considerable pressure on host communities, particularly in arid regions.

The National Police Service (NPS) said the all-male suspects remain in custody as investigations into the chaos that claimed two lives continue.

According to police reports, the school’s principal, Abisai Samora, raised the alarm through a distress call, alerting police officers that the institution was under attack.

Oyoo Sungu, a member of the party who, like Mwangi, has been harbouring presidential ambitions, dismissed the NDC as illegal, fraudulent and designed to hand control of the party to a select group of individuals.

The UAE’s General Civil Aviation Authority confirmed the full resumption of air traffic in May, lifting the remaining restrictions on the country’s airspace.

KeNHA announced that the project is now substantially complete, with a completion rate of 99.4 per cent and only minor outstanding works remaining.

Diaspora Affairs Principal Secretary Roseline Njogu said the Ministry has organised safe houses and is assisting Kenyans who wish to be repatriated to Nairobi.

President William Ruto presented the award during the inaugural National Productivity and Performance Conference at the Kenya School of Government (KSG).

Nyoro's absence has attracted particular attention and criticism from Kenyans, given his active role in critiquing taxation, budgetary, and economic policy issues.

Both Maraga and Matiang’i have publicly expressed interest in the presidency, setting up a political dynamic in which cooperation and negotiations could shape future alignments.

FKF has urged all clubs to adhere to the stipulated registration timelines and ensure compliance with competition and licensing requirements ahead of the set deadlines.

In the ensuing chaos, at least three people were shot and injured. A bus, Reg. No. KDQ 155G, which had ferried tents and chairs to the venue, was also set ablaze.

NTSA also froze the approval of new routes and extensions for 12 months, except where new roads are commissioned.

The Kenyan side, fresh from securing a bronze medal at the African Club Championship, displayed their class and experience throughout the contest, cruising to a 25-17, 25-18, 25-18 win to get their campaign off to the perfect start.

The first guideline expands the definition of journalism to include professional reporters, analysts, bloggers, and others engaged in self‑publication, as well as media workers and support staff.

For fathers who enjoy music, sports, or staying connected with family and friends, electronics often combine practicality with enjoyment, making them a popular choice across different age groups.

Under the new feature, creators can add unique text to each slide, providing context, commentary, product information, or storytelling elements that appear alongside specific images.

The judge also rejected calls for the immediate evacuation and repatriation of all Kenyan workers facing abuse, exploitation, or deportation abroad, noting that the order would be impractical to implement due to its sweeping nature.

He further suggested that voters would take into account how their representatives voted when they head to the ballot in August 2027, framing the decision as part of broader political accountability.

In a landmark judgment, the apex court upheld an earlier Court of Appeal decision that had overturned orders forfeiting Sh19.6 million held in three bank accounts belonging to Pamela Aboo.

Officers responding to the attack said they arrived at the school and spotted around 20 men, armed with crude weapons, fleeing in different directions, some heading towards Achego while others vanished into the nearby sugarcane fields.

President Ruto said Kenya's court-annexed mediation programme has returned more than Sh52 billion to the economy and helped restore thousands of family relationships since its introduction in 2016.

PS Hinga clarified that beneficiaries who purchase homes under the scheme are legitimate homeowners whose rights are safeguarded under the Constitution and existing property laws.

Current efforts are focused on finalizing ICT systems, broadcast infrastructure and spectator facilities as preparations intensify for AFCON 2027.

CAF estimates that more than 1.5 million fans will travel across the three host nations during the competition, with the tournament expected to reach a global television audience exceeding 3.2 billion viewers.

Palestine highlighted that the region is facing severe shortages of specialised medical consumables, including dialysis filters essential for kidney patients, surgical sutures used in delicate operations such as cardiac surgeries, and numerous other life‑saving medical supplies.

The Sh2 billion initiative seeks to provide timely, fair, and transparent redress to victims, both civilians and security personnel, affected between 2013 and 2025.

The project, spanning 22 conservancies and 247 communities across northern Kenya, seeks to remove and store carbon in soils while supporting livelihoods, biodiversity, and climate resilience.

According to the 2022 Kenya Demographic and Health Survey (KDHS), maternal healthcare access remains uneven, shaped by distance, cost, and unequal service availability, particularly in rural and low-income settings.

The suspension was imposed after allegations that leaked examination materials linked to the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET) were being circulated through channels on the platform.

The State Department for Diaspora Affairs said the MoU will provide a framework for structured cooperation between the two countries in engaging their diaspora communities more effectively.

CS Mugaa told the Committee that the region's combined daily water demand is approximately 512,000 cubic metres, while supply is only 185,000 cubic metres, resulting in a significant deficit.

Abdi Ahmed Mohamud’s election is considered a significant milestone for Kenya and the EACC, positioning the country to play a more influential role in shaping continental anti-corruption policies and strengthening collaboration among African anti-corruption agencies.

ADC cited ongoing EACC and DCI probes into alleged irregular allocations.

CS Duale said the amendments seek to revise the Schedule to the principal Tariffs for Healthcare Services, 2025, to provide clearer provisions across various healthcare funding structures.

As preparations continue across the three host nations, Wanyama remains optimistic that AFCON 2027 will not only deliver a memorable tournament but also help transform the future of football in Kenya and the wider East African region.

Members aligned to the Kenya Kwanza administration and the broad-based government coalition backed the Bill, while allies of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua opposed it.

Electrocution of animals and human activities account for most cases of power outages, estimated to be approximately 50 per cent. Of these, 30 per cent are attributable to wildlife contact with power lines.

Having already defeated South Africa 2-0 in their opening fixture, Javier Aguirre's side knew another victory would secure qualification, but they were made to work hard by a disciplined South Korean team.