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Interpol operation uncovers surge in ketamine and vape‑based synthetic drugs

A multinational Interpol raid seized 650 tonnes of synthetic drugs, with ketamine overtaking methamphetamine in volume and new vape‑delivered substances like DMT …

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Kenya and Japan launch health partnership to expand local drug and technology production

Kenya and Japan have agreed to deepen health cooperation, focusing on local manufacturing of medicines, diagnostics and training of health workers.

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Government to enlist social media influencers for official programme communication

Kenya’s government will partner with digital creators to translate policy briefs into accessible online content, inviting proposals through the Creative Economy Office.

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Spain Calls Snap Election for 29 November Amid Housing Crisis Protests

Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announced a 29 November snap election after parliament rejected housing reforms and nationwide protests over an 87‑year‑old tenant’s …

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Funding Competition Slows Dualling of Mombasa‑Nairobi Highway, KeNHA Says

KeNHA cites competition for government funds as a key obstacle to expanding the Mombasa‑Nairobi highway, delaying safety‑focused dualling projects.

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Defence Challenges Lack of Proof in Sh30,000 Body‑Release Case at Mbagathi Hospital

In Mbagathi Hospital court, defence counsel argues no evidence shows the alleged Sh30,000 payment ever reached the three accused staff.

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Quick Mart launches Ksh15 billion IPO, applications close Oct 30 ahead of NSE listing

Quick Mart’s Ksh15 billion IPO opens on Oct 5, with a minimum purchase of 500 shares and a deadline of Oct 30, …

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KCB urges cheaper digital payments as transaction volumes stall

KCB’s Common Cents campaign pushes Kenyans to cut fees by using bank-to-wallet transfers and direct bill payments amid slowing mobile‑money transaction growth.

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Posta Kenya’s digital overhaul drives growth and launches national address system

Postmaster General John Kipyegon Tonui’s digital push has yielded over 10% financial growth and a new digital address platform for banks, e‑commerce …

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Betika Boosts Grassroots Football as Jeff Kuria Tournament Crowns Champions in Kiambu

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Borabu families claim loss of Sh234 million after failed land deal, demand lawyer investigation

Hundreds of Borabu residents say they handed over life savings for a promised farm in Trans Mara, but received no land, prompting …

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Defence Forces Memorial Hospital Performs First Red Blood Cell Exchange at the Facility

A 15‑year‑old sickle‑cell patient underwent the first red blood cell exchange at Defence Forces Memorial Hospital on Oct 2, expanding specialised care …

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