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The Latest Breaking News from Kenya

Lavrov in surprise Kenya visit after Ukraine FM trip to Africa

The visits come as global powers continue to tussle for influence on the continent of 1.3 billion people.

Al Jazeera

China in Africa: Kenya railway study shows investment projects aren’t a one-way street

China is an important economic player in Africa. In 2021 alone, China accounted for nearly US$5 billion in foreign direct investment in African countries. The rapidly increasing Chinese presence across Africa has become a contentious issue both for Beijing and African governments.

The Conversation

Being queer in Africa: the state of LGBTIQ+ rights across the continent

In recent years several African countries have decriminalised same-sex relationships. But they’re not representative of the continent. In fact, queer rights at times appear to be eroding in much of the continent, with Kenya and Uganda most recently in the news for harsh laws and violence against members of the…

The Conversation

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Nigeria's Supreme Court dismisses case to disqualify Vice-President elect

In tonight's edition: Just days away from the inauguration of Nigeria's next president there are still tensions from some quarters over Bola Tinubu's controversial victory. There are more calls in Kenya for tighter regulation of churches after the Shakahola cult killings. And we talk supporting women in business with Efe…

France 24

Anti-graft watchdog recalls award for Kenya's chief prosecutor

Anti-graft watchdog Transparency International has withdrawn an award it gave Kenya's outgoing chief prosecutor, it said on Friday, accusing him of dropping high profile corruption cases.

Reuters

Kenya president, facing cash crunch, accuses tax agency of graft

Kenya's President William Ruto on Friday accused the tax collection agency's staff of cutting government revenue by engaging in corruption, colluding with tax evaders and taking bribes.

Reuters

Say it with flowers – just make sure you know where they came from

Bouquets from Kenya and the Netherlands bought in the UK carry a high environmental cost compared with outdoor-grown British equivalents

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Kenyan official dismisses Reuters report on Chinese hack as 'propaganda'

A senior Kenyan security official on Thursday dismissed as "propaganda" a Reuters report which detailed a years-long series of hacks by Chinese cyber spies against the East African country's government.

Reuters

Disbelief in Kenya over alleged Chinese cyberattack on gov’t data

A report on infiltration of gov’t networks by Kenya’s largest creditor has Kenyans asking how secure their systems are.

Al Jazeera

UN gets $2.4 billion in pledges for Horn of Africa aid efforts

The United Nations received pledges of $2.4 billion on Wednesday to help fund aid operations for some 32 million people across Ethiopia, Kenya and Somalia, but the donations fell short of what the U.N. was seeking as it warned against a possible "catastrophe."

Reuters

Kenyan sensation Kuria to perform at Lido Connect

Christian Kuria, a multi-talented musician from Kenya, will give a Bangkok debut concert at Lido Connect, Rama I Road, on May 31 starting at 7pm.

Bangkok Post

Same-sex marriage ruling in Namibia brings hope to Ugandans and Kenyans

As Namibia's Supreme Court recognised same-sex marriages contracted abroad between citizens and foreign spouses last week, many see the ruling as a step towards decriminalising homosexuality in the country. Others hope the change could also influence other African countries.

Radio France Internationale

Chinese hackers attacked Kenyan government as debt strains grew

Chinese hackers targeted Kenya's government in a widespread, years-long series of digital intrusions against key ministries and state institutions, according to three sources, cybersecurity research reports and Reuters' own analysis of technical data related to the hackings.

Reuters

Kenya tea company suspends operations after protesters burn machines

A multinational tea company based in Kenya has suspended operations after tea plucking and harvesting machines were burned by protesters, citing massive job losses due to mechanization

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Toyota announces Ogier as part of Kenya WRC line-up

Toyota has today announced that the eight-time world champion will join the reigning champion squad for the championship's annual visit to Africa, from 22-25 June.

Autosport

Safari Rally Kenya added to Sordo’s WRC programme

The team’s plans for its third car for the remainder of the WRC season are yet to be determined following the tragic passing of Craig Breen, who had been sharing the entry with Sordo this season.

Tribune News Service

Think a safari can't be romantic? Kenya's tented camp resorts add splendor to a honeymoon adventure

The moment was dreamlike and mesmerizing. An enormous pride of golden lions slumbered, snored and groaned in the afternoon sun, their long tails thumping against one another and then on the ground in a series of nonstop feline movements. A couple from Sweden sat next to me in the Land…

The Conversation

Grand infrastructure projects aren't a magic bullet for industrial development - insights from Ghana and Kenya

The African Union’s flagship Agenda 2063 initiative prioritises large-scale infrastructure development and promises to “link the continent by rail, road, sea and air”.

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A religious community retreated into the forests of eastern Kenya. Then they turned into a starvation cult

A religious community followed a taxi driver-turned-televangelist into the forests of eastern Kenya. Just weeks later, they turned into a starvation cult. WARNING: Readers might find the details in this story distressing.

AFP

Fake nails, fuel and influencers in Kenyan taxman's sights

Nairobi (AFP) - What do artificial nails, crypto currencies, spaghetti and social media influencers have in common?

Zenger

President Ruto Becomes Ambassador For Youth Engagement On The Environment

Kenya's President Ruto engages youth as their Ambassador for Climate change

Zenger

President Ruto Becomes Ambassador For Youth Engagement On The Enviornment

Kenya's President Ruto engages youth as their Ambassador for Climate change

The Hindu

10K world record-holder Rhonex Kipruto of Kenya suspended for suspected doping

Kenyan distance runner Rhonex Kipruto, the 10-kilometre road running world record-holder, has been suspended for suspected doping, the Athletics Integrity Unit said Wednesday.

The New Daily

Kenyan record breaker Rhonex Kipruto suspended over suspected doping

Kenyan distance runner Rhonex Kipruto, the 10km road running world record holder, has been suspended for suspected doping.

AFP

Kipruto adds to Kenyan athletics doping woes

Paris (AFP) - Kenya's 10 kilometres road race world record holder Rhonex Kipruto became the latest Kenyan athlete to be suspended for a doping offence on Wednesday by the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU).

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