Inspector-General of Police Douglas Kanja has come under fire from senators after failing to arrest and produce Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo before the Senate despite a warrant of arrest against the county boss. https://nation.africa/kenya/news/senators-furious-with-ig-kanja-over-isiolo-governor-guyo--5549142#story
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Embu tops first county fiscal ranking, Turkana and Kisumu last
https://nation.africa/kenya/counties/embu-tops-first-county-fiscal-ranking-turkana-and-kisumu-last-5549176
https://nation.africa/kenya/counties/embu-tops-first-county-fiscal-ranking-turkana-and-kisumu-last-5549176
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Embu tops first county fiscal ranking, Turkana and Kisumu last
Embu emerged as Kenya's best-managed county in Kenya.
Ruto reading from Moi’s playbook: The return of the State's grassroots machinery
https://nation.africa/kenya/news/ruto-reading-from-moi-s-playbook-the-return-of-the-state-s-grassroots-machinery--5549082
https://nation.africa/kenya/news/ruto-reading-from-moi-s-playbook-the-return-of-the-state-s-grassroots-machinery--5549082
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Ruto reading from Moi’s playbook: The return of the State's grassroots machinery
During Moi’s administration, chiefs embodied the authority of the State.
Ruaka, Kitengela, Upper Hill among estates where rents dropped
https://nation.africa/kenya/business/ruaka-kitengela-upper-hill-among-estates-where-rents-dropped-5549350
https://nation.africa/kenya/business/ruaka-kitengela-upper-hill-among-estates-where-rents-dropped-5549350
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Ruaka, Kitengela, Upper Hill among estates where rents dropped
The drops stood out as most apartment locations continued to record rental growth.
Varsity students apply for loans as questions linger over new funding shift
https://nation.africa/kenya/news/education/varsity-students-apply-for-loans-as-questions-linger-over-new-funding-shift-5549202
https://nation.africa/kenya/news/education/varsity-students-apply-for-loans-as-questions-linger-over-new-funding-shift-5549202
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Varsity students apply for loans as questions linger over new funding shift
Ruto said the new funding framework will take effect in September.
Massive crop failure leaves maize farmers staring at loan defaults
https://nation.africa/kenya/news/massive-crop-failure-leaves-maize-farmers-staring-at-loan-defaults-5549226
https://nation.africa/kenya/news/massive-crop-failure-leaves-maize-farmers-staring-at-loan-defaults-5549226
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Massive crop failure leaves maize farmers staring at loan defaults
Maize farmers who borrowed millions to finance farming now fear auctions.
Linda Mwananchi turns focus to consolidating Raila strongholds
https://nation.africa/kenya/news/politics/linda-mwananchi-turns-focus-to-consolidating-raila-strongholds--5549344
https://nation.africa/kenya/news/politics/linda-mwananchi-turns-focus-to-consolidating-raila-strongholds--5549344
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Linda Mwananchi turns focus to consolidating Raila strongholds
Opposition movement seeks to consolidate its support base.
Kakamega High, St Joseph’s Girls rule football as Butula top rugby in national games
https://nation.africa/kenya/sports/kakamega-high-st-joseph-s-girls-rule-football-as-butula-top-rugby-in-national-games-5549368
https://nation.africa/kenya/sports/kakamega-high-st-joseph-s-girls-rule-football-as-butula-top-rugby-in-national-games-5549368
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Kakamega High, St Joseph’s Girls rule football as Butula top rugby in national games
Green Commandos clinched the title with a hard-fought 3-2 win over St Mary’s School Yala.
Coach Akonnor upbeat as Gor Mahia chase title in Kigali
https://nation.africa/kenya/sports/football/coach-akonnor-upbeat-as-gor-mahia-chase-title-in-kigali--5549380
https://nation.africa/kenya/sports/football/coach-akonnor-upbeat-as-gor-mahia-chase-title-in-kigali--5549380
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Coach Akonnor upbeat as Gor Mahia chase title in Kigali
K'Ogalo on the verge of ending 41-year wait for the Cecafa Kagame Cup title.
The invisible backbone: Feeding the nation without land or financial power #NationGender
https://nation.africa/kenya/news/gender/the-invisible-backbone-feeding-the-nation-without-land-or-financial-power-5548014
https://nation.africa/kenya/news/gender/the-invisible-backbone-feeding-the-nation-without-land-or-financial-power-5548014
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The invisible backbone: Feeding the nation without land or financial power
They grow the food, guard the harvest and sell the produce, yet millions of women farmers still lack land rights, fair markets and control over their earnings.
Beyond the microphone: The untold reality of women campaigning for political office #NationGender
https://nation.africa/kenya/news/gender/beyond-the-microphone-the-untold-reality-of-women-campaigning-for-political-office--5549298
https://nation.africa/kenya/news/gender/beyond-the-microphone-the-untold-reality-of-women-campaigning-for-political-office--5549298
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Beyond the microphone: The untold reality of women campaigning for political office
Those seeking elective office navigate overcrowded rallies, security risks and gender-specific challenges that extend far beyond policy debates.
Pamella Sittoni: NTV’s frequent technical hitches, live-mic gaffe could put off viewers
https://nation.africa/kenya/blogs-opinion/opinion/ntv-s-frequent-technical-hitches-live-mic-gaffe-could-put-off-viewers-5549140
https://nation.africa/kenya/blogs-opinion/opinion/ntv-s-frequent-technical-hitches-live-mic-gaffe-could-put-off-viewers-5549140
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NTV’s frequent technical hitches, live-mic gaffe could put off viewers
Embarrassing moment, however brief, reflects poorly on the anchor and the station.
Mutuma Mathiu: Passport sale kills Kenya’s brand
https://nation.africa/kenya/blogs-opinion/opinion/passport-sale-kills-kenya-s-brand-5549266
https://nation.africa/kenya/blogs-opinion/opinion/passport-sale-kills-kenya-s-brand-5549266
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Passport sale kills Kenya’s brand
Issuing passports to foreigners fraudulently is not a mere lapse; it is a betrayal of citizenship — an auctioning of the Republic.
Nelson Amenya: Ghosts of independence: Kenya confronts an unavoidable reset
https://nation.africa/kenya/blogs-opinion/opinion/ghosts-of-independence-kenya-confronts-an-unavoidable-reset-5549282
https://nation.africa/kenya/blogs-opinion/opinion/ghosts-of-independence-kenya-confronts-an-unavoidable-reset-5549282
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Ghosts of independence: Kenya confronts an unavoidable reset
Our problem was not failing to start but what happened once we had begun. Or perhaps it was a false start.
Steve Mwangi: India-Kenya partnership enters new strategic phase
https://nation.africa/kenya/blogs-opinion/blogs/india-kenya-partnership-enters-new-strategic-phase-5549160
https://nation.africa/kenya/blogs-opinion/blogs/india-kenya-partnership-enters-new-strategic-phase-5549160
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India-Kenya partnership enters new strategic phase
What is emerging is a partnership focused on building the systems, skills and institutions needed for long-term competitiveness.
Editorial: Ensure merit, fairness in teacher promotions
https://nation.africa/kenya/blogs-opinion/editorials/ensure-merit-fairness-in-teacher-promotions-5549330
https://nation.africa/kenya/blogs-opinion/editorials/ensure-merit-fairness-in-teacher-promotions-5549330
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Ensure merit, fairness in teacher promotions
A system that ensures fairness in promotions is welcome and should be diligently applied.