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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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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Minister says Kenya is on course to propelling floriculture to full potential

Minister says Kenya is on course to propelling floriculture to full potential

Kenya is the third-largest exporter of cut flowers globally, exporting to over 60 countries. The industry injects a staggering Ksh100 billion annually into the economy. It creates over 200,000 direct jobs and sustains more than a million livelihoods through backward- and forward-linkages.

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Kenya unveils its ‘bold’ clean energy and mobility plans at nation’s EPRA innovation conference

Kenya unveils its ‘bold’ clean energy and mobility plans at nation’s EPRA innovation conference

With discussions underway on regulatory resilience, energy financing and youth led innovation, the conference is expected to produce actionable outcomes that will shape Kenya’s energy policies and investments for years to come.

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Consumers grapple with soaring goat prices in Mombasa ahead of Muslim Eid al-Adha holiday

Consumers grapple with soaring goat prices in Mombasa ahead of Muslim Eid al-Adha holiday

Despite the losses, traders say they are determined to ensure quality livestock reaches customers during this festive season. Injured animals, often affected during transit, are retained for personal consumption, while healthy goats are offered for sale.

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India, Europe and US carmakers alarms rise after China slams brakes on critical mineral exports

India, Europe and US carmakers alarms rise after China slams brakes on critical mineral exports

Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are expected to talk this week, White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt told reporters on Tuesday, and the export ban is expected to be high on the agenda.

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Africa’s biggest flower expo opens in Kenya with calls for export reforms in trade, logistics

Africa’s biggest flower expo opens in Kenya with calls for export reforms in trade, logistics

Meanwhile, as the global demand for organically produced flowers continues to rise, this year’s IFTEX showcases Kenya’s commitment to innovation, digital transformation, and environmentally conscious trade practices.

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Angry Kenyan engineers question why state trains them but hires Chinese for mega infrastructure projects

Angry Kenyan engineers question why state trains them but hires Chinese for mega infrastructure projects

Currently, women make up only about 14 per cent of engineers in Kenya, a figure Kiteme described as alarmingly low, especially given the volume of ongoing and upcoming development projects.

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Police reservists lay bare hitherto unknown illicit narcotics trafficking in northern Kenya after netting 72 bales of marijuana

Police reservists lay bare hitherto unknown illicit narcotics trafficking in northern Kenya after netting 72 bales of marijuana

The government has of late heightened surveillance and patrols along the porous border with Ethiopia as efforts are redoubled to get rid of criminals and illegal trade including human trafficking.

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