Research: People with at least three doses of Covid vaccine are at 36 per cent risk of breast cancer, 43 per cent bladder cancer

Research: People with at least three doses of Covid vaccine are at 36 per cent risk of breast cancer, 43 per cent bladder cancer

Evidence pointing to the dangers of the Covid-19 vaccines is growing, yet governments refuse to release detailed information on vaccinations versus health incidents, Campbell said, calling that failing “quite outrageous.”

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Kenya, with support of EU and Germany, kicks off national data governance policy formulation

Kenya, with support of EU and Germany, kicks off national data governance policy formulation

German Embassy Deputy Head of Cooperation Friederike Hemker noted that Germany, through GIZ, is proud to support this initiative as part of its longstanding development cooperation.

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Kirk’s assassination divides world, testimony to to his influence on the right and rejection among Blacks

Kirk’s assassination divides world, testimony to to his influence on the right and rejection among Blacks

The outpouring of grief, anger and defiance over his death also testified to his influence and impact abroad, especially among groups on the right as diverse as white Afrikaners in South Africa, anti-immigration parties in Europe, libertarians in South America and ultranationalist Israelis in the Middle East. It also gave those movements an opportunity to air their grievances against their own political opponents.

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Kenya lobbies IMO member states to support its candidature for Category C slot in the organisation

Kenya lobbies IMO member states to support its candidature for Category C slot in the organisation

Mining, Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs Cabinet Secretary, Hassan Ali Joho, has affirmed that Kenya’s candidacy represents an opportunity to contribute significantly to global maritime governance by amplifying the voice of Africa, the Indian Ocean region and the Global South.

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Kenya revives vehicle manufacturing industry as it pushes transition to electric buses

Kenya revives vehicle manufacturing industry as it pushes transition to electric buses

Matatu sector players welcomed the partnership, although CitiHopa CEO Judy Thuo raised concerns about high electricity costs that make operations expensive.

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South Sudan on cliff-hanger as First Vice President Machar is charged with treason, terrorism

South Sudan on cliff-hanger as First Vice President Machar is charged with treason, terrorism

Edmund Yakani, a prominent civic leader in South Sudan, warned that the suspects should be presented in a competent court and not what he described as “a kangaroo court of law.” He said he hopes citizens will be able to attend court proceedings.

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Are GMOs really safe? Geneticist says outdated rules ignore mounting health risks

Are GMOs really safe? Geneticist says outdated rules ignore mounting health risks

In studies conducted by independent academics, but even upon close scrutiny of the industry data submitted for market approval – even in relatively short-term, 90-day feeding studies – you saw biochemical changes in the blood indicative of liver and kidney dysfunction. This is with Bt corn containing just one or at most two varieties of Bt toxin.

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Lake Victoria Basin Commission boss says Mara River faces existential threats despite regional gains

Lake Victoria Basin Commission boss says Mara River faces existential threats despite regional gains

LVBC Executive Secretary Masinde Bwire says the basin was under siege from deforestation in the Mau Forest, rapid land-use changes and pollution, factors he warned could alter the river’s hydrology and jeopardise the annual wildebeest migration that draws global attention to Kenya and Tanzania.

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Kenya: Regional governments lobby for bigger slice of Tourism Promotion Fund billions 

Kenya: Regional governments lobby for bigger slice of Tourism Promotion Fund billions 

The county government in conjunction with the National Museums of Kenya has independently mapped out and documented over 30 heritage sites within the county. Some of them include Dedan Kimathi Kahiga-ini site-where Mau war veteran, Kimathi was shot and captured by British soldiers on October 21, 1956; Kangubiri Detention Camp, which served as a detention camp and was used as a screening and interrogation centre for Mau detainees and the Tree Tops Lodge where the longest serving British monarch, the late Queen Elizabeth was staying in 1952 when she ascended to the throne.

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State says it’s assembling a digital army of young Kenyans to repulse misinformation, disinformation and cyber threats

State says it’s assembling a digital army of young Kenyans to repulse misinformation, disinformation and cyber threats

At the same time, the Executive Director of Sharp Education Centre Paul Wanjohi said that instilling values in learners from an early age was critical in shaping how technology was used.

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