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Counties such as Mandera, Kilifi, and Kiambu also featured prominently, each receiving allocations exceeding Sh110 billion, reflecting significant investment in both arid and highly populated regions.

EPRA attributes this growth to Kenya’s sustained investment in expanding and diversifying its energy sources to meet rising electricity demand.

Common signs include a painless lump or thickening in the breast, changes in breast shape or skin texture, nipple changes, and unusual or bloody discharge.

Data from Statista shows that Saudi Aramco remains the world’s most valuable oil and gas company in 2025, boasting a market worth of US$1.57 trillion (Sh247 trillion).

Use a drop of mild soap to gently wash lenses and frames, focusing on nose pads and hinges.

The initiative targets vulnerable families affected by drought and food insecurity in northern Kenya.

Despite the dip in new connections, all customer categories recorded higher electricity consumption, reaching their highest levels to date.

While some counties have recorded steady progress, others are lagging behind significantly in adding new voters to the register.

The elections, conducted through consensus, saw governors take up key committee roles aimed at strengthening devolution and enhancing service delivery in counties.

In July 2025, Kenyan activist Mwabili Mwagodi was abducted in Tanzania, while in May 2025, Boniface Mwangi and Agather Atuhaire were also kidnapped and tortured there.

Entry fees for Nairobi National Park and Tsavo East or West are set at Sh1,000 for East African citizens, Sh1,350 for residents, Sh12,000 (about $93) for non-residents, and Sh5,180 (about $40) for other African citizens.

Instagram and TikTok continued to dominate the digital space, with 2 billion and 1.94 billion users respectively, reflecting their strong appeal to younger audiences.

Ecobank Kenya and Guardian Bank charged 12.96 per cent and 13.63 per cent, respectively, still below many other institutions.

These elevated rates highlight a competitive banking sector where the cost of credit differs significantly, directly impacting borrowers’ financial burdens.

A smaller proportion mentioned effective county leadership (13 per cent), affordable living (6 per cent), SHIF/SHA (6 per cent), improved education (5 per cent), better infrastructure (5 per cent), and devolution (4 per cent).

Shabana tops the table with a superior goal difference, having scored five goals and conceded only two.

Insecurity, crime, and extra-judicial killings were mentioned by fewer respondents, but remain significant challenges in the country.

Jamii Telecommunications Limited follows in second place with 442,076 subscriptions, accounting for 20.6 per cent of the market.

While 32 per cent of respondents in the latest TIFA survey expect Odinga to support President Ruto’s re-election, others still see him playing a strong role in the opposition.

Despite UDA’s lead, the data reveal that 10 per cent of Kenyans remain undecided, and a significant portion does not support any party, reflecting uncertainty in political alignment.

Microsoft Authenticator follows in second place with nearly 59 million downloads, reflecting the growing demand for secure sign-ins and data protection.

YouTube Kids leads as the most downloaded Google app, with over 101 million installs across iOS and Google Play.

The round wraps up on Sunday, September 28, as APS Bomet lock horns with Murang’a Seal at Gusii Stadium in Kisii, closing out another thrilling week of SportPesa League football.

On Saturday, Kariobangi Sharks face Bandari at Kasarani Annex, followed by AFC Leopards clashing with Sofapaka at Ulinzi Complex.

Although the bans affect many seeking work or travel opportunities, they underscore the importance of compliance with visa rules and legal requirements.

The list will be officially recognised on Mashujaa Day, October 20, with ceremonies to be held at Ithookwe Stadium in Kitui County.

Kenya’s success in Tokyo cements its place as a global athletics powerhouse.

You do not need to be a professional chef to pull it off. All it takes is patience, a good sufuria, and the right layering technique.

While many prefer to order it from their local biryani spot, homemade beef biryani has a distinct magic, deeper flavours, a stronger aroma, and that extra touch of love.

LSK staged a peaceful march to protest the killing, while lawyers filed a petition urging the government to ensure accountability and transparency.

In 2025, more men are embracing stylish, intentional living, where comfort and personality take centre stage.

UDA will walk away with the highest allocation at over Sh789 million as ODM secures more than Sh421 million, leaving other parties to scramble for the rest.

Part-time work accounts for 15 per cent of adults, while 10 per cent identify as students and 6 per cent as homemakers or family caregivers.

Analysts suggest Northern Kenya’s relative stability may be linked to its limited integration into the wider national economy and the central role of livestock, which supports both household consumption and local trade.

Italy currently tops the overall medal count with three medals, two silver and one bronze.

A TIFA survey shows that 82 per cent of citizens cite rising prices of basic goods and services such as food, transport, and utilities as the biggest impact, while 31 per cent point to higher taxes on salaries and income.

The figures show that 46,913 deaths occurred before the January 2025 ceasefire, 170 during it, and 11,976 after it was broken in March 2025. The toll continues to rise as the conflict drags on, leaving devastating human losses.

Funded through government bonds, public donations, and Chinese loans, the dam is Africa’s largest hydroelectric project and a symbol of national pride, though its impact on Nile water rights remains contested.

The average risk of death for a pedestrian reaches 10 per cent at an impact speed of 23 mph, 25 per cent at 32 mph, and 50 per cent at 42 mph.

Pope Francis will be the first pontiff in more than a century to be buried outside the Vatican, a move not seen since the burial of Pope Leo XIII in 1903.