Police in Kenya are on high alert ahead of a second round of anti-government protests organized by the opposition which have been declared illegal by the government.Source: Voice of America
Day: March 26, 2023
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Health PS Urges County To Conduct Extensive Screening To Curb Increased TB
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Speaking during Worl…
Agency Rolls Out Programme To Promote Science, Technology And Mathematics
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Through the…
Labour-Based Model, Ideal For NG-CDF Projects
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County Director of Tourism Thomas Ouko said the signature event targets to woo v…
Senate To Deepen Collaboration With Independent Offices To Spearhead Devolution
The Senate has embarked on a move to enhance and deepen collaboration with Constitutional Commissions and Independent offices for successful implementation of devolution processes.
The Speaker of the Senate Amason Kingi said the house remains committed…