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Health PS Warns Against Sildenafil, Viagra Misuse

Prescription-Only Medicine Health PS Mary Muthoni stressed on December 22 that Sildenafil is strictly prescription-only. Moreover, she warned pharmacies against selling it over the counter. Medical Uses Highlighted Muthoni explained that Sildenafil treats erectile dysfunction in men and pulmonary arterial hypertension. Therefore, patients must only use it under a doctor’s
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Budget Watchdog Flags Nairobi’s Ballooning Wage Bill

Controller of Budget Flags Excessive SpendingController of Budget Margaret Nyakang’o raised concerns on December 22. Moreover, she revealed Nairobi County spent 69 per cent of revenue on salaries within three months. Billions Spent on Staff CompensationNairobi County allocated Ksh4.7 billion to staff compensation between July and September. Additionally, the report
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Boda Boda Riders Torch Bus After Fatal Nakuru Crash

Riders Torch Bus After AccidentAngry boda boda riders set ablaze a 65-seater bus in Salgaa, Nakuru County, on Sunday evening. Moreover, the Kampala-bound bus driver reportedly ran over two riders, killing them instantly along the Nairobi-Nakuru highway. Driver Attacked Before Bus BurnedThe accident quickly drew boda boda riders who attacked the driver. Afterward, they
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DCI Nabs Murder Suspect After Nairobi Manhunt

Suspect Cornered in EastleighThe DCI detectives on Sunday, December 21, arrested a murder suspect in Eastleigh after days of a manhunt. Moreover, forensic evidence and a tip-off led officers directly to his location. Detectives Recover Firearm and Stolen PropertyDetectives recovered a Retay Falcon pistol and 9mm cartridges during the search. Additionally, they impounded a
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Kenya Boosts Defence Ties with Egypt Visit

High-Level Delegation Leads MissionKenya advanced defence manufacturing after a high-level visit to Egypt by DNSI officials. Moreover, the delegation was led by Director General Major General Faustino Lobaly. Focus on Bilateral CooperationThe team of senior officers prioritized deepening bilateral defence industry cooperation. Additionally, the visit aligned with the
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Court Stops Southlands Housing Project in Lang’ata

Construction Halted After PetitionThe Environment and Land Court halted construction of the Southlands Affordable Housing Project in Lang’ata. Moreover, the ruling followed a petition filed by Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah. Constitutional Concerns RaisedOmtatah argued the project violated constitutional provisions. Therefore, the court ordered suspension of construction
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Court Spares Waititu, Orders Partial Asset Forfeiture

Partial Asset Forfeiture Ordered Former Kiambu governor Ferdinand Waititu received reprieve after the court ordered forfeiture of assets worth Ksh131 million. Moreover, the ruling spared him from surrendering properties valued at over Ksh1.9 billion. Assets Seized by the Court Among the seized assets are two plots of land worth Ksh32 million. Additionally, the court
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Nairobi Opens Six-Month Amnesty for Developers

Amnesty Window AnnouncedNairobi County government has opened a six-month amnesty for housing developers and property owners. Moreover, the initiative allows regularization of unauthorized developments without paying penalties. Submission Process OutlinedDevelopers are urged to submit applications even with incomplete documentation. Additionally, submissions can be made