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Ruto Seeks Oil Deal in Azerbaijan Amid Fuel Crisis

Patricia Waigwa May 17, 2026

William Ruto is currently visiting Azerbaijan for high-level energy discussions. The talks focus on easing Kenya’s rising fuel costs. Additionally, the meetings are taking place in Baku officially. Ruto met Azerbaijan President Ilham Aliyev during the visit. Therefore, Kenya hopes to strengthen

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Kenya Issues Ebola Alert After Regional Outbreak

Patricia Waigwa May 16, 2026

Ministry of Health Kenya has issued a nationwide Ebola alert. The warning follows a growing regional outbreak recently. Additionally, the outbreak originated in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. Health officials also confirmed spread into neighboring Uganda. Therefore, Kenyan authorities have intensified preparedness measures immediately. Officials aim to prevent

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Shilling Weakens After Record Fuel Price Hike

Patricia Waigwa May 16, 2026

The Kenyan Shilling recorded a slight decline against major global currencies recently. The depreciation followed Kenya’s latest fuel price increase. Additionally, the Central Bank of Kenya released updated exchange rate figures. The shilling closed at KSh129.33 against the U.S. Dollar. Previously, the currency traded at KSh129.19 per dollar. Therefore, analysts linked the

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Transport Operators Announce Nationwide Strike

Patricia Waigwa May 16, 2026

Transport stakeholders across Kenya have announced a nationwide strike officially. The industrial action will begin on Monday, May 18, 2026. Additionally, the strike involves multiple transport industry groups. Operators cite rising fuel prices and insecurity concerns. Therefore, commuters should expect major disruptions nationwide. Several transport associations have

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Ukraine Drones Strike Major Russian Oil Refinery

Patricia Waigwa May 15, 2026

Ukraine launched a major overnight drone assault on May 15, 2026. The operation targeted Russia’s Ryazan Oil Refinery successfully. Additionally, the strike triggered a massive fire at the facility. Smoke clouds spread widely across the surrounding region. Therefore, the attack intensified tensions between both nations further. The strike followed a deadly Russian missile

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Nyaribo Launches UjiAfya and Digital Learning Programme

Patricia Waigwa May 15, 2026

Amos Nyaribo has launched the UjiAfya Masomo Bora Programme officially. The county also unveiled a Digital Learning Programme simultaneously. Additionally, the launch took place at Riomoro ECDE Centre. The facility is located in Kemera Ward, Nyamira County. Therefore, the initiative aims to improve education and nutrition. Thousands of learners are expected to benefit

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AI to Replace Traffic Police in Nairobi

Patricia Waigwa May 15, 2026

The Kenyan government has allocated KSh 1.18 billion for Nairobi’s Intelligent Transport System expansion. The funding appears in the 2026/2027 national budget. Additionally, the project targets Phase III implementation citywide. Authorities plan to automate traffic management completely. Therefore, physical traffic police officers may disappear from major intersections.

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Dollarline Wins Emurua Dikirr By-Election

Patricia Waigwa May 15, 2026

David Kipsang Keter has won the Emurua Dikirr parliamentary by-election successfully. The politician is widely known as “Dollarline.” Additionally, the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission officially declared him the winner. The announcement came early on May 15, 2026. Therefore, the victory strengthened the ruling party politically. Supporters celebrated the

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Ruto to Build Private Research Lab on His Farm

Patricia Waigwa May 14, 2026

William Ruto has announced plans to establish a private research laboratory. The facility will operate on his farm. Additionally, the president revealed the project publicly on May 14, 2026. He spoke during an official event at State House Nairobi. Therefore, the announcement attracted significant national attention. Many Kenyans discussed the move across social platforms.

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NTSA to Replace Logbooks With Digital e-Logbooks

Patricia Waigwa May 8, 2026

National Transport and Safety Authority has announced a major digital transition. Physical motor vehicle logbooks will soon disappear. Therefore, Kenya will adopt a fully digital e-Logbook system. The rollout officially begins on June 10, 2026. Government Pushes Full Digital Transport Services The government continues digitizing public services nationwide. Transport