State withdrawal of bill to delist herbal stimulant from protected crops excites farmers in central Kenya  

State withdrawal of bill to delist herbal stimulant from protected crops excites farmers in central Kenya  

The Crops Act (Amendment) Bill 2025, which he said had already sailed through the first reading in the National Assembly, could have spelt doom to thousands of farmers who rely on it for income.

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‘Virgin Mary’: Spectre of Jesus ‘Mother’ in western Kenya pulls in pilgrims from all over East Africa to ‘Bethlehem of Busia’

‘Virgin Mary’: Spectre of Jesus ‘Mother’ in western Kenya pulls in pilgrims from all over East Africa to ‘Bethlehem of Busia’

Judith Nafula’s home has transformed into what some are calling the “Bethlehem of Busia” – attracting hundreds of visitors seeking miracles, healing and divine encounters. The visitors reportedly come from as far as Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda and even Congo to marvel at the divine powers of the self-proclaimed Mary, the mother of Jesus.

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Kajiado lands $1.3 million for Climate Resilience Projects from government

Kajiado lands $1.3 million for Climate Resilience Projects from government

Kajiado’s unique and diverse landscapes, ranging from forests and grasslands to rivers and wetlands were identified as vital assets in achieving sustainable development goals. Barasa noted that the preservation of these ecological systems not only advances Kenya’s afforestation agenda but also strengthens essential environmental services that benefit local communities.

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Africans should not fear Africa: We cannot make a plea to foreign investors while we channel our own capital elsewhere

Africans should not fear Africa: We cannot make a plea to foreign investors while we channel our own capital elsewhere

The current acceleration of cuts should instead be seen as a wake-up call: we must look for solutions within the continent’s borders. When the “Africa 2063” initiative was set out by the African Union over a decade ago it was not a 50-year vision of an Africa dependent on aid, but one of a global powerhouse charting its own path. The responsibility for delivering this vision is ours.

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Museveni’s 40 years’ gift to Uganda: The Pearl of Africa is now an undisputed slave labour reservoir

Museveni’s 40 years’ gift to Uganda: The Pearl of Africa is now an undisputed slave labour reservoir

Uganda has experienced 40 years of de-development and suppressed human potential and the right to development. Schemes such as Operation Wealth Creation, Parish Development Model and Myooga, which ultimately are tools of de-development are being cast as tools of development at the periphery. Fortunate for the rulers, most citizens are unable to perceive what is going on.

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UN-Habitat, Nairobi and Paris launch global partnership to advance social and affordable housing for all

UN-Habitat, Nairobi and Paris launch global partnership to advance social and affordable housing for all

Speaking during the signing event held during the United Nations Habitat Assembly in UN Complex in Gigiri, Nairobi Executive Director of UN-Habitat Anacláudia Rossbach said that these initiatives build on the call by 193 countries requesting UN-Habitat to advance efforts on adequate housing.

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Musk sides with hardline US Republicans to ramp up attacks on Trump tax, spending bill

Musk sides with hardline US Republicans to ramp up attacks on Trump tax, spending bill

Top congressional Republicans rejected his criticism and one White House official on Wednesday called the Tesla CEO’s moves “infuriating.” Another White House official, speaking on condition of anonymity, on Wednesday said Musk’s complaints represented “one disagreement” in an otherwise harmonious relationship, adding that Trump was committed to getting the bill passed despite Musk’s stance.

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Nationals of six African countries among 12 others banned from entering US on terrorism concerns

Nationals of six African countries among 12 others banned from entering US on terrorism concerns

The countries affected are Afghanistan, Myanmar, Chad, Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Haiti, Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan and Yemen.

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Ex-Sudan PM Hamdok accuses military and paramilitary of atrocities, doubts any side can win the war

Ex-Sudan PM Hamdok accuses military and paramilitary of atrocities, doubts any side can win the war

Fighting between the army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces has left at least 24,000 dead, though many believe the true toll is far worse. Both sides stand accused of war crimes.

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After over 100 years of mining gold Kakamega is now set for its first refinery at cost of $5 million

After over 100 years of mining gold Kakamega is now set for its first refinery at cost of $5 million

The governor used the occasion to highlight key development milestones in the county and reaffirm his administration’s commitment to economic transformation, infrastructure development and youth empowerment.

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