How Kenya’s Uji Power porridge became a modern superfood
Uji power, a nutritionally enhanced version of Kenya’s traditional fermented porridge, became a trending recipe in 2025 as Kenyans rediscovered the health value of ancestral foods.
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Ruto pumps Sh2 billion capital injection into KCC
President William Ruto has announced a final KSh2 billion capital injection into state-owned Kenya Cooperative Creameries, commonly known as New KCC, declaring no further public funds will be committed without comprehensive reforms that prioritise farmers in ownership and decision-making. Speaking on 3 January in Moiben, Uasin Gishu County, Ruto revealed the government had already injected…
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Inside Betika and the rise of Kenya’s gambling economy
Betika, Kenya’s largest sports betting platform, remained among the country’s most searched terms in 2025, reflecting both its enormous popularity and ongoing social debates.
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US captures Venezuela President Nicolas Maduro
The US has struck Venezuela and captured its President Nicolas Maduro, who has been taken out of the country, President Donald Trump said on Saturday. The US has not made such a direct intervention in Latin America since the invasion of Panama in 1989 to depose military leader Manuel Noriega. “The United States of America…
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KWS announces death of iconic elephant Craig
Kenya Wildlife Service has announced the death of Craig, one of Africa’s last legendary super tuskers, who passed away early on 3 January 2026 at the age of 54 in Amboseli National Park. The announcement marks the loss of a global conservation icon whose massive, ground-sweeping tusks and unusually calm demeanor made him one of…
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How AI is reshaping work, Education, and Society in Kenya
ChatGPT remained one of Kenya’s most searched technology terms in 2025 as AI adoption reshaped education, work, and creative industries across the country.
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Govt releases Ksh44.2 billion for 2026 academic year
Kenya government has disbursed KSh44.2 billion in capitation funds to public schools ahead of the 2026 academic year, aiming to ensure a smooth reopening on 5 January and uphold the policy of free basic education amid lingering financial strains. Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Migos Ogamba announced the release on 2 January, stating the funds would…
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Oburu Oginga rejects claims ODM already sold to Ruto
Oburu Oginga, leader of Kenya’s Orange Democratic Movement, has rejected persistent rumours that the opposition party has been sold to President William Ruto, declaring that the party is “too big and costly” for anyone to buy and asserting that he would be its automatic presidential candidate in 2027 should the party run independently. Speaking to…
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How Kendrick Lamar’s Grammy-winning diss track conquered Kenya
Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Not Like Us’ became Kenya’s second most searched song lyrics in 2025, cementing the American rapper’s enormous popularity among Kenyan hip-hop fans.
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Ruto pledges KSh 1.4 billion to complete Bukhungu Stadium
President William Ruto announced a fresh injection of KSh 1.4 billion to finish the long-delayed Bukhungu Stadium in Kakamega County, renewing hopes that the venue will become Western Kenya’s premier sports hub ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations. The pledge came on New Year’s Day during the finals of the Fernandes Barasa Governor…
