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Larry Madowo Responds to Backlash Over Appearance at Charlene Ruto’s Engagement

CNN international correspondent Larry Madowo has pushed back against critics on social media following his surprise appearance at the traditional engagement ceremony for Charlene

August 10, 2026

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Kenya’s Shisha Ban Goes Up in Smoke After High Court Verdict

The High Court has lifted Kenya’s ban on shisha, ruling that the continued enforcement of the prohibition is unlawful and unconstitutional. In a judgement

July 29, 2026

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High Court Asked to Silence Loud Music in Matatus

A Nairobi-based lawyer has filed a petition seeking orders to stop matatus from playing loud while carrying passengers. High Court Advocate Samuel Barongo Nyamari

July 29, 2026

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Sony, Universal, Warner Move to Nairobi Set to Boost Kenyan Artists and Producers

Three of the world’s leading music powerhouses, Sony, Universal, and Warner Music Group, will soon set up shop in Nairobi, President William Ruto announced

July 22, 2026

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Skai Jackson Issues Apology After Backlash Over Kenya Mirror Remarks

American actress Skai Jackson has apologized for remarks she made about Kenya, saying her comments reflected what she experienced during a visit to a

July 22, 2026

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Nairobi Tops Africa as Gen Z’s Biggest Spotify Streaming City

Nairobi is Africa’s most Gen Z-driven music streaming city, with more than half of all Spotify streams in the Kenyan capital now coming from

July 15, 2026

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Nyamu Unveils 2052 Roadmap to Become Kenya’s First Female President

Nominated Senator Karen Nyamu has laid out an ambitious, multi-decade roadmap to State House, declaring she will eventually become Kenya’s first woman president. Her

July 10, 2026

Entertainment·News·Politics

Morara Kebaso Makes Surprise Jubilee Move as He Eyes MP Seat

Political activist Morara Kebaso has announced that he has left the Independent Party of Kenya and will instead join the Jubilee Party ahead of

July 1, 2026

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Filmmaker Peter Murimi Receives Prestigious Oscar Academy Invitation

Kenyan documentary filmmaker Peter Murimi has received an invitation to join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, the body behind the Oscars.

June 26, 2026

Entertainment·News·TV

Netflix Hit Sparks Piracy Row as The Polygamist Appears on Nairobi Streets

Zimbabwean author Sue Nyathi, best known for her novel The Polygamist has reacted strongly to the appearance of bootleg copies of her book in Nairobi.

June 25, 2026

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Ezekiel Mutua Faces Fresh Court Test in Ksh22.6 Million Pay Dispute

A Milimani High Court will rule on a preliminary objection in a case involving former Kenya Film Classification Board (KFCB) chief executive officer Ezekiel

June 18, 2026

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Boniface Mwangi Questions Kenya’s Moral Character in a Candid Interview on Faith

Activist Boniface Mwangi sparked a wave of online conversation after sharing his raw reflections on spirituality, religion, and the current state of Kenya’s moral

June 10, 2026

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Eric Omondi Pleads Not Guilty to Obstructing Traffic With 120 Jerricans on Kimathi Street

Comedian Eric Omondi pleaded not guilty to a charge of obstructing the operation of motor vehicles on a public road. When the case came

June 9, 2026

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Machoka Denies Ksh500,000 Settlement in Robert Alai Court Battle

Radio personality Fred Machoka denied reports that he has withdrawn the civil case he filed against Kileleshwa MCA Robert Alai. He made the clarification

June 9, 2026

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Court Blocks Black Market Records From Touching Harry Craze and Fathermoh’s Music

Musicians Harry Otieno Adoyo alias Harry Craze, and Moses Otieno Ojwang, popularly known as Fathermoh, have secured a temporary legal victory against Black Market

May 28, 2026

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No Passengers, No Problem: Watch Kitale Matatu Crews Hold Relay Races During Nationwide Strike

While tens of thousands of Kenyans struggled to get to work on Monday, matatu crews in Kitale found their own way to wait out

May 19, 2026

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End of an Era as Ann Njogu Announces Emotional Exit From Staarabika Show

In a move that marks the end of a major era in Swahili radio, celebrated broadcaster Ann Njogu has announced her departure from Radio

May 19, 2026

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Pastor Kanyari’s Supporter Tattoos His 2027 Campaign Slogan on Her Chest

A devoted supporter has tattooed Salvation Healing Ministry founder Pastor Victor Kanyari’s 2027 political slogan across her chest to popularize the preacher’s upcoming parliamentary

May 19, 2026

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