China to tax contraceptives to spur birth rates as economic pressures from its aging population rise

China to tax contraceptives to spur birth rates as economic pressures from its aging population rise

Despite these efforts, experts believe China’s chances of reversing its low birth rate are slim, especially since it is one of the most expensive countries in which to raise children.

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As mining becomes integral part of economy, Kenya unveils first post-mining land use advisory

As mining becomes integral part of economy, Kenya unveils first post-mining land use advisory

Principal Secretary Kimtai hailed the report as a breakthrough achieved through extensive stakeholder engagement and scientific input, saying it reflected the collective aspirations of communities, experts, government institutions, and industry players.

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Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Referral Hospital to hire own students, chief executive reveals

Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Referral Hospital to hire own students, chief executive reveals

The assurance was given by Chief Executive Officer Joshua Okise during the admission of 25 students into the for January intake healthcare assistant course, marking the fourth cohort since the programme was launched.

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Minister warns against ‘ethnicising’ national schools as troubling questions emerge over theft of education funds in north-eastern Kenya

Minister warns against ‘ethnicising’ national schools as troubling questions emerge over theft of education funds in north-eastern Kenya

“They (marginalised regions) have the opportunity to develop institutions of the highest standards possible in Kenya, not just for the children of those areas, but for the children of Kenya,” Gachagua said, adding that comparable counties in western, Rift Valley and Mt Kenya regions had used smaller amounts to establish “beautiful institutions.”

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In Museveni’s 40 year presidency, Uganda transformed from a promising democracy to present theatre of servitude and sycophancy

In Museveni’s 40 year presidency, Uganda transformed from a promising democracy to present theatre of servitude and sycophancy

January 15, Ugandans’ date with destiny. They will chose (or be forced to retain) President Museveni or dump him for Bobi Wine (Kyagulanyi Ssentamu). In Ugandan context, though, it is said, “history teaches us that we don’t learn from history.” Museveni is the still point of a turning wheel.

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Google launches Gemini 3 AI for Kenya that demonstrates PhD-level reasoning

Google launches Gemini 3 AI for Kenya that demonstrates PhD-level reasoning

Beyond benchmarks, Gemini 3 Pro brings a new quality to every interaction. Its responses are designed to be smart and direct, trading cliché for genuine insight to act as a true thought partner.

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Rabid Trump’s ‘Quiet, Piggy’ snap at Bloomberg’s female reporter sends White House into a spin

Rabid Trump’s ‘Quiet, Piggy’ snap at Bloomberg’s female reporter sends White House into a spin

Lucey asked Trump a question about the Epstein files during the meeting. In response, Trump, who has now twice changed his opinion about releasing the files, distanced himself from Jeffrey Epstein and said they “had a very bad relationship for many years.”

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Al Shaabab terrorist IED kills two police officers, injures five in Garissa on Kenya-Somalia border

Two police officers from the Border Patrol Unit died on the spot while five others are in critical condition after their vehicle ran over an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) on Liboi-Kulan road in Garissa today during a patrol. Local authorities said that the IED is suspected to have been planted...

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Under pressure foreign minister responds to concerns over abuse of Kenyans in diaspora

Under pressure foreign minister responds to concerns over abuse of Kenyans in diaspora

Our assessment shows that public participation is one of the most expenditure-heavy stages in the policy and legislative processes for the Executive. As a result, most initiatives stagnate at this stage sometimes for multiple financial years due to budget constraints.

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Kakamega and Nyanza regions in western Kenya ban pesticide hawking as PCPB cracks down on contrabands  

Kakamega and Nyanza regions in western Kenya ban pesticide hawking as PCPB cracks down on contrabands  

Speaking in Kakamega town, the PCPB Compliance and Enforcement Officer for Western and Nyanza regions Nicholas Muendo said pesticides should only be sold by licensed agrovets, noting that hawkers are not licensed to do such business.

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