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How KNEC plans to stop cheating in 2026 exams
All examination containers to be secured and monitored remotely using smart padlocks, Knec CEO Dr David Njegere says technology used last year in 250 centres.
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Mbadi hits out at Sifuna, says opposition lacks economic agenda
The National Treasury CS John Mbadi has hit out at Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna saying that criticising President William Ruto should not be an agenda for a presidential candidate.
Kericho Annex Prison under scrutiny over death of remand prisoner
Brenda Chemutai was reportedly found hanging from a double-decker bed at around 9 am when her fellow cellmates were having breakfast on Friday.
Pregnant woman found dead by roadside in Kirinyaga with head, hip injuries
Police investigating incident after body of pregnant woman found by the roadside on Piai-Itangi Murram road in Mwea East, Kirinyaga, with visible injuries to the head and hip.
Sports
'Knowledge is power' - Awoniyi
Nigeria's Taiwo Awoniyi explains why he values education so highly, having completed a course which could see him become one of football's future leaders.
Politics
Ruto downplays rivalry over oil refinery in East Africa
President William Ruto has played down suggestions of rivalry between Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania over competing refinery projects.
Dangote: 'Nobody can make Africa great but us'
Africa's richest man says Africans should take the fate of their continent in their own hands, rather than relying on foreigners.
Politics
The journalist who became king in Uganda
Edward Rukidi Nyabongo I has been crowned king of Tooro in a ceremony attended by Uganda's President Museveni.
Politics
Son of Zambian bishop detained in post-election raid fears for his father's safety
Trevor Mwamba was detained last month with other opposition figures and charged with treason, his son says.
Outrage as KDF officers detain human rights team along Malindi-Lamu highway
The officers had covered their faces and refused to identify themselves when challenged by the human rights team.
Politics
Kalonzo signals at working with Ruto if 2027 poll is free and fair
Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka has signalled that the opposition could accept the outcome of the 2027 General Election and consider working with President William Ruto.
Politics
ODM delegates reject Sakaja using the party for gubernatorial bid
They insisted ODM should not allow an outsider to join the party and use its ticket to contest for the gubernatorial seat
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Ammie Sekhon explores tech used to identify and remove counterfeit products online.
Tigray capital 'out of cash' as fighting escalates, resident tells BBC
A resident of Mekelle says the city is calm but people are stressed after the outbreak of fighting in the region.
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Adrienne Murray follows NASA scientists in Iceland researching a rare total solar eclipse.
Lifestyle
No. 1: Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump: Remembering who brought the hostages home
Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump helped achieve what few in Jerusalem thought possible, bringing every Israeli hostage home and reshaping the Middle East.
Politics
No. 2: Benjamin Netanyahu: Shaping Israel’s politics and global image for a generation
Netanyahu has become more than Israel’s prime minister for many. Abroad, for instance, he has become Israel’s symbol and the lightning rod for much of the hatred directed against the Jewish…
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No. 3: Gadi Eisenkot: Israel’s next prime minister?
The former IDF chief has emerged as the leading opposition challenger to Netanyahu, offering voters a path to a post-Netanyahu Israel.
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No. 4: Naftali Bennett: The former PM seeking a comeback to ‘repair Israel’
Since returning to politics, Bennett has shifted from his previous campaigns, taking a more liberal position while maintaining a strong right-wing stance on security.
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No. 5: Ronald Lauder: Standing at the forefront of the fight against antisemitism
Lauder has never confined himself to quiet philanthropy - he continues to use his position to demand accountability from political leaders.
The haunting Masters meltdown that changed Rory McIlroy's career
Slumped on his club, head buried in his arm, Rory McIlroy looked on the verge of tears.
Lifestyle
The most beautiful sections of China's Great Wall
Having lived in Beijing for almost 12 years, I've had plenty of time to travel widely in China.
Sports
Look of the Week: Blackpink headline Coachella in Korean hanboks
Bringing the second day of this year's Coachella to a close, K-Pop girl group Blackpink made history Saturday night when they became the first Asian act to ever headline the festival. To a…
Entertainment
Scientists film deepest ever fish on seabed off Japan
Cruising at a depth of 8,336 meters (over 27,000 feet) just above the seabed, a young snailfish has become the deepest fish ever filmed by scientists during a probe into the abyss of the…
Business
Still haven't filed your taxes? Here's what you need to know
So far this tax season, the IRS has received more than 90 million income tax returns for 2022.
Business
Retail spending fell in March as consumers pull back
Spending at US retailers fell in March as consumers pulled back amid recessionary fears fueled by the banking crisis.
Business
Silicon Valley Bank collapse renews calls to address disparities impacting entrepreneurs of color
When customers at Silicon Valley Bank rushed to withdraw billions of dollars last month, venture capitalist Arlan Hamilton stepped in to help some of the founders of color who panicked…