Booming reptile trade raises concerns over wildlife welfare and disease risks
By Chemtai Kirui | Nairobi A growing trade in captive-bred reptiles and exotic wildlife in the country is
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Wednesday, September 9, 2026
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A new diplomatic capital rises as the United Nations bets billions on Nairobi
By Chemtai Kirui | Nairobi A Ksh44.2 billion (USD340 million) United Nations expansion project launched in Nairobi this week
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Ruto, Macron push debt reform and investment deals at Africa summit
By Chemtai Kirui | Nairobi President William Ruto and French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday pushed for reforms to
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Debt pressure dominates hearings as Parliament scrutinises record KSh4.78 trillion budget
By Chemtai Kirui | Nairobi Parliamentary committees reviewing the proposed KSh4.78 trillion budget this week came under pressure to
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Government pushes local mineral processing as investors eye rare earth tender
By Chemtai Kirui | Nairobi The government has opened a tender for the Mrima Hill rare earth deposit in
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Global health summit in Nairobi pushes Africa-led reforms
By Chemtai Kirui | Nairobi Global health leaders in Nairobi on Monday called for a shift away from donor-driven
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Corruption in Health and Civil Registry Hits Women Hardest, Report Finds
Rising bribe demands and sextortion cases disproportionately affect women’s access to essential public services, EACC survey shows By Chemtai Kirui
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Ruto orders State House wall moved, signals crackdown on illegal developments
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Africa’s Cities Under Pressure as Leaders Seek Solutions at Nairobi Forum
Leaders push to turn urban policy into investment-ready projects as housing deficit and climate risks grow By Chemtai Kirui |
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Tense Reunion as Ruto, Gachagua Share Stage in Nyandarua
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