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03, Sep 2026
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SHA is growing fast. But is Kenya’s healthcare promise reaching patients?

SHA has registered over 32 million Kenyans, but gaps in contributions, medicines, health workers and access raise questions about Kenya's UHC promise.

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KRA and police to access courier records under new Kenya delivery rules

KRA and police to access courier records under new Kenya delivery rules

Kenya's new courier rules will require digital delivery platforms to record parcel details and customer information for access by regulators and police.

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Lamu Residents Demand 70% of Jobs as Dangote's $17bn Refinery Nears Costruction

Lamu Residents Demand 70% of Jobs as Dangote's $17bn Refinery Nears Costruction

Lamu residents are calling on the government and Dangote Group to reserve at least 70% of jobs from the proposed $17 billion refinery for local people. The community also wants training opportunities, greater involvement in project negotiations and a lega

Business / 26, Aug 2026

US pauses visa appointments worldwide, this is how Kenyans are affected

US pauses visa appointments worldwide, this is how Kenyans are affected

The US has paused or adjusted visa appointments worldwide as the Trump administration launches new training for consular officers amid a wider immigration crackdown.

International / 26, Aug 2026

Argwings Kodhek Protests Put Nairobi's Trader Crackdown Under Spotlight

Argwings Kodhek Protests Put Nairobi's Trader Crackdown Under Spotlight

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Guinea landfill collapse kills 30 just as authorities planned to shut it down

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At least 30 people died after a landfill collapsed in Guinea's capital, Conakry. The site was due to close the same day after authorities deemed it unsafe.

International / 24, Aug 2026

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