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Brian Okello

Brian Okello

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Civil society groups push leaders to prioritise health investment at Nairobi Summit
May 11, 2026 04:57 (EAT) • 5 minutes ago

Civil society groups push leaders to prioritise health investment at Nairobi Summit

The organisations warned that years of progress in the fight against HIV, tuberculosis (TB), and malaria could be reversed if governments fail to strengthen health systems and increase financing for healthcare.

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Gov't uncovers over 800,000 ghost learners in schools audit: PS Bitok reveals
May 08, 2026 05:30 (EAT) • 2 days ago

Gov't uncovers over 800,000 ghost learners in schools audit: PS Bitok reveals

Bitok said authorities have already taken disciplinary action against 30 school principals suspected of manipulating student data.He also noted that several education officers overseeing the affected regions have also faced sanctions as investigations continue.

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National Youth Council set to reboot with 2026 elections, targets unemployment crisis
April 24, 2026 12:06 (EAT) • 2 weeks ago

National Youth Council set to reboot with 2026 elections, targets unemployment crisis

Wawira said that the nomination forms for the election will be available both online and in person and must be submitted with a letter of introduction from a local chief.

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Mwaura: Fuel protests will push country deeper into crisis
April 20, 2026 11:46 (EAT) • 2 weeks ago

Mwaura: Fuel protests will push country deeper into crisis

Mwaura noted that the country is still recovering from the KSh6 billion in losses incurred during last year’s demonstrations. 

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Kenya eyes new fuel import routes as Hormuz uncertainty persists
April 18, 2026 12:48 (EAT) • 3 weeks ago

Kenya eyes new fuel import routes as Hormuz uncertainty persists

The government is considering additional measures to mitigate fuel shortages.

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Government defends G-to-G fuel model amid opposition criticism
April 16, 2026 03:08 (EAT) • 3 weeks ago

Government defends G-to-G fuel model amid opposition criticism

Mwaura said the G-to-G deal was introduced to address the fuel crisis experienced in 2022, when the country faced shortages and volatile prices.

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State targets coffee, sugar debts in new budget plan
April 13, 2026 06:01 (EAT) • 3 weeks ago

State targets coffee, sugar debts in new budget plan

Mwaura said Ksh 2 billion has already been allocated in the current budget to begin settling the debt owed to coffee farmers.

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Konza Technopolis ready for global investment, CEO Okwiri says
April 10, 2026 09:49 (EAT) • 1 month ago

Konza Technopolis ready for global investment, CEO Okwiri says

Konza has been deliberately designed as a “live, work, and play” environment to foster innovation, accelerate business growth, and promote sustainable urban living.

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Mwaura: Give Ruto time, he has delivered more in 3 years than any other president
April 03, 2026 01:12 (EAT) • 1 month ago

Mwaura: Give Ruto time, he has delivered more in 3 years than any other president

Mwaura accused the opposition of portraying themselves as the only figures capable of uniting the country.He claimed many of these leaders - mostly former government officials themselves - have gone to great lengths to position themselves as better suited to lead the...

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Kenya taps blue economy to tackle youth unemployment
March 26, 2026 11:13 (EAT) • 1 month ago

Kenya taps blue economy to tackle youth unemployment

 KMFRI Chief Executive Officer Dr Paul Orina highlighted the country’s progress in advancing the blue economy, with a focus on aquaculture, marine conservation, and youth empowerment through fisheries-based livelihoods.

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