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CultureDaily Nation6d ago

DJ Simbi Introduces Rhumba to Kenya's Gen Z

DJ Simbi is highlighted as a leading figure in Kenya, successfully introducing the rhythms of rhumba music to the younger Generation Z audience, transitioning from 'disco matangas' to winning over new fans.

Cyanide Poisoning Suspected in Deaths of 15 Elephants in Kenya
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Cyanide Poisoning Suspected in Deaths of 15 Elephants in Kenya

Fifteen elephants have died in Kenya, with investigations strongly suggesting cyanide poisoning from pesticide-sprayed tomatoes as the cause. This incident marks one of the largest elephant mortality events in the region in decades.

PoliticsDaily Nation4h ago

Remembering Kenyan Nationalist Achieng’ Oneko

Achieng’ Oneko, described as the quintessential Kenyan nationalist, is being remembered for his significant contributions to Kenya's history, though his legacy is noted as being somewhat lost to time.

WorldDaily Nation1d ago

Concerns Rise Over Killings in Kenyan Lodgings

Concerns have been raised in Kenya following the killing of two women in lodgings within five days, highlighting issues with guest registers and surveillance cameras in such establishments.

PoliticsDaily Nation1d ago

Kenyan Court Dismisses Migori Pension Recovery Suit

A court in Kenya has dismissed a Sh1 billion pension recovery suit related to Migori, leaving the underlying dispute over alleged pension arrears unresolved. The ruling impacts the ongoing legal battle concerning public funds.

Opinion: Dilemma of Obstetricians in Kenya and Uganda
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Opinion: Dilemma of Obstetricians in Kenya and Uganda

An opinion piece discusses a significant dilemma regarding the availability of obstetricians in Kenya and Uganda, suggesting that while the goal is to have enough for everyone, it requires long-term initiatives.

Ancient Footprints in Kenya Reveal New Insights into Human Ancestors
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Ancient Footprints in Kenya Reveal New Insights into Human Ancestors

Fossilized footprints discovered in Kenya are providing new information about an extinct human ancestor, suggesting they were taller and moved in groups. These findings are changing previous understandings of prehistoric human locomotion and social structures.

PoliticsDaily Nation7d ago

Kenyan MPs Warn Against Matatu Fare Controls

A House Committee in Kenya has cautioned against passing the National Transport and Safety Authority Bill, arguing that controlling matatu (public transport) fares would be a detrimental idea.

Fed Officials Debate Interest Rate Hikes and Regulatory Changes
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Fed Officials Debate Interest Rate Hikes and Regulatory Changes

Several Federal Reserve officials expressed dissent, arguing that inflation warranted higher interest rates, while the Fed also proposed modernizing rules for extending credit to bank insiders and revising mutual bank capital regulations.

Kenyan Boarding Schools Face Crisis Amid Student Arson and Protests
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Kenyan Boarding Schools Face Crisis Amid Student Arson and Protests

Kenya's boarding school system is nearing a breaking point as students engage in widespread arson and protests, damaging over 200 schools since June due to harsh living conditions, poor facilities, and corporal punishment, following a dormitory fire that killed 16 boarders.

PoliticsDaily Nation4d ago

MP Kaguchia Arrested Over 'Toxic' Remarks

A Kenyan Member of Parliament, Kaguchia, spent a night in police custody following his arrest, which he claims is linked to statements he made at a political rally in Kieni on Saturday.

BusinessDaily Nation4d ago

Kenya Urged to Ensure Success of Kwale Sugar Project

The Kwale sugar factory, built on the assumption of investor commitment, requires the state to ensure its proper execution and success. The article emphasizes the importance of getting the project right for its intended beneficiaries.

WorldDaily Nation5d ago

Court Outlaws Blanket School Fines in Kenya

In a victory for parents, the High Court has declared Ambira High School's Sh33,000 levy unconstitutional and ordered its immediate cessation, outlawing blanket school fines.