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Busia

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Busia Governor Otuoma Hit With KSh 100M Lawsuit Over Assault Allegations

Patricia Waigwa March 18, 2026

As of March 18, 2026, Paul Otuoma is facing a major legal challenge. A petitioner is seeking KSh 100 million in damages over an alleged assault incident. Consequently, the case has sparked public debate on leadership accountability. Alleged Assault at Public Event The lawsuit stems from a

HIV

Lifestyle News

Kenya Battles 20,000 New HIV Cases Annually, Youth Hit Hardest

Patricia Waigwa March 17, 2026

As of March 17, 2026, Kenya is reporting alarming HIV statistics. According to the National Syndemic Diseases Control Council, at least 54 new infections occur daily. Additionally, the country records about 57 HIV-related deaths each day. Therefore, this equals nearly 20,000 new infections and

Floods

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Kenya Flood Death Toll Hits 71 as Nairobi Emerges Ground Zero

Patricia Waigwa March 17, 2026

As of March 17, 2026, the Ministry of Interior and National Administration has confirmed 71 flood-related deaths nationwide. Consequently, the humanitarian crisis continues to worsen across several regions. The latest fatalities include three deaths in Nairobi, one in Eastern, and one at the

Pombe

Entertainment

Why Tanzania Remembers “The Bulldozer” John Magufuli Five Years Later

Patricia Waigwa March 17, 2026

On March 17, 2026, Tanzania commemorates five years since the death of John Pombe Magufuli. He served as the country’s fifth president from 2015 to 2021. Magufuli earned the nickname “The Bulldozer” due to his aggressive leadership style. Therefore, many remember him for bold reforms and strict

Robot

Entertainment International

Humanoid War Robots Tested in Ukraine as Phantom MK-1 Enters Frontline

Patricia Waigwa March 17, 2026

In February 2026, the American startup Foundation delivered two Phantom MK-1 humanoid robots to Ukraine. Consequently, they are now undergoing real-world combat testing to evaluate operational effectiveness. The robots aim to perform high-risk tasks that would otherwise endanger human soldiers.

Ruto

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President Ruto Steps In to Shield Nairobi Hospital From Collapse

Patricia Waigwa March 17, 2026

The Nairobi Hospital is facing a major governance and financial crisis. Consequently, the scandal escalated sharply in March 2026. The dispute involves criminal charges, leadership wrangles, and a growing financial deficit. Therefore, stakeholders are raising concerns about the hospital’s

Kiptoo

International News

Middle East Conflict Shakes Kenya’s Economy as Exports Fall and Fuel Costs Loom

Patricia Waigwa March 17, 2026

The escalating Middle East conflict in March 2026 is straining Kenya’s economy. Consequently, exports are shrinking while energy costs threaten to surge. Export Crisis Hits Meat, Tea, and Flowers Meat Trade Nearly Collapses Kenya’s lucrative Gulf meat market has sharply declined. Previously,

Merishaw

Entertainment

Merishaw School Bullying Scandal Sparks Outrage in Kenya

Patricia Waigwa March 16, 2026

A video allegedly showing bullying at Merishaw School in Isinya, Kajiado, has gone viral. Consequently, parents and the public demand immediate action. The clip reportedly shows a student harassed by peers, sparking widespread criticism of the private institution. Key Details of the Controversy

uniform

Entertainment News

Ichung’wah Proposes Ban on Schools Selling Uniforms to Parents

Patricia Waigwa March 16, 2026

Kimani Ichung’wah, the Majority Leader in Kenya’s National Assembly of Kenya, has proposed a nationwide policy change on school uniforms. He wants the government to permanently ban schools from selling uniforms directly to parents. The proposal aims to reduce the financial burden faced by

toi

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Toi Market Fire in Kibra Destroys Stalls, Traders Face Heavy Losses

Patricia Waigwa March 16, 2026

A massive fire engulfed Toi Market in Nairobi early Monday, March 16, 2026, leaving traders counting heavy losses. Reports indicate that the blaze destroyed multiple stalls and property, with some traders losing over KSh 500,000 individually. The incident has sparked urgent calls for better