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Nairobi County recorded over 3,000 new HIV infections last year, leading a national 19% rise, predominantly affecting youth. Politically, chaos erupted at a Kariobangi church event attended by Rigathi Gachagua. Martha Karua and Fred Matiang'i slammed...β€’β€’β€’ Listen for full story (4 min)

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Police Address Firing Teargas Inside Church Attended by Gachagua

Police Address Firing Teargas Inside Church Attended by Gachagua

The National Police Service (NPS) has denied claims of officers firing teargas inside a church in Kariobangi North where former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua was attending a service on Sunday, November 30. While teargas was used to disperse clashing youth groups outside, the NPS stated church leadership confirmed no canister entered the building.

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State House Official Confronts Driver in Heated Roadside Exchange

State House Official Confronts Driver in Heated Roadside Exchange

Mike Gitonga, Secretary of State Functions and official emcee for the President, encountered a seemingly intoxicated driver who nearly forced him off the road over the weekend, leading to a heated yet ultimately humorous roadside exchange.

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U.S. Issues Fresh Warning Over Tanzania Amid Pressure on Suluhu

U.S. Issues Fresh Warning Over Tanzania Amid Pressure on Suluhu

The United States Embassy in Dar es Salaam has issued a security warning for Tanzania ahead of anti-government protests scheduled for Tuesday, December 9. This warning comes amid increased pressure on President Samia Suluhu Hassan and concerns about potential travel disruptions and scrutiny of foreign nationals.

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Kenya to Introduce Injectable HIV Treatment in 2026

Kenya to Introduce Injectable HIV Treatment in 2026

Kenya is set to introduce an injectable HIV treatment from 2026 as part of its goal to end AIDS as a public health threat by 2030. This initiative, announced by President William Ruto at the World AIDS Day half-marathon, aims to enhance prevention, treatment, and youth-focused support services.

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Taxi Driver Stabbed to Death by Passenger in Nairobi

Taxi Driver Stabbed to Death by Passenger in Nairobi

Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) are searching for a suspect who fatally stabbed a digital taxi driver, Kenneth Kimani Gachoka, in Nairobi after a disagreement. The incident occurred over the weekend in the Kitusuru area.

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Kenya Clinches Global Role to Represent Africa

Kenya Clinches Global Role to Represent Africa

Kenya has secured a significant global role by being elected as the vice chairperson of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Telecommunication Development Advisory Group (TDAG), representing Africa.

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Kenyan MP Storms Hotel, Fights Civilian over Love

Kenyan MP Storms Hotel, Fights Civilian over Love

A Kenyan Member of Parliament allegedly stormed a hotel in Kisii town on Thursday, November 27th, and physically attacked a civilian during breakfast. The confrontation, reportedly fueled by a love triangle, was captured on CCTV footage.

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Moses Kuria Names Aladwa as Deputy in Nairobi Gubernatorial Race

Moses Kuria Names Aladwa as Deputy in Nairobi Gubernatorial Race

Former Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has announced Makadara Member of Parliament George Aladwa as his running mate for the 2027 Nairobi gubernatorial race. This unexpected pairing is one of the earliest political alliances ahead of Kenya's next General Election, signaling a potentially competitive contest against incumbent Governor Johnson Sakaja.

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UNAIDS Warns of Historic Setback in Global HIV Response on World AIDS Day 2025

UNAIDS Warns of Historic Setback in Global HIV Response on World AIDS Day 2025

On World AIDS Day 2025, UNAIDS issued a stark warning about a "historic setback" in the global HIV response, citing shrinking donor support and disruptions to services. The organization is urging nations to make radical shifts in HIV programming and financing to avoid losing decades of progress.

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Gaza faces deepening humanitarian crisis despite ceasefire – China Daily

Gaza faces deepening humanitarian crisis despite ceasefire – China Daily

Despite a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas taking effect on October 10, the Gaza Strip faces a deepening humanitarian crisis with essential services struggling. Many of the Strip's 2 million residents remain in temporary shelters amid failing infrastructure and critical shortages.

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