Nairobi, Kenya: The World Bank has sent a strong anti-graft message to the government of Kenya, saying that deep-seated governance issues and corruption continue to act as severe anchors against its long-term economic potential.According to the 34th Kenya Economic Update released by the World Bank Group on November 4, 2026, in Nairobi, the country’s real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) accelerated to 5.2% year-on-year in the first half of 2026.
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Kenyans Borrow KSh1.16 Trillion Through Safaricom’s Fuliza in Six Months
Kenyans borrowed KSh1.16 trillion through Safaricom’s Fuliza overdraft service in the six months to September 2026, representing an 84 per cent increase compared to the KSh629 billion recorded during a similar period in 2025.The latest figures highlight the growing reliance on mobile-based credit facilities among M-Pesa customers seeking to complete transactions despite having insufficient funds in their accounts.
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Kisii University Student Brandon Maindi Reportedly Found Dead in His House
The Kisii University community has been thrown into mourning following the reported death of Brandon Maindi, a fourth-year student who was allegedly found dead inside his house.Maindi, who hailed from Busia County, was pursuing his studies at the institution before his sudden death under unclear circumstances.
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Sironga Girls High School Student Reportedly Missing After Leaving Aunt’s Home
Concern is growing over the disappearance of Chelsea Camilla, a Grade 10 student at Sironga Girls High School in Kisii County, who has reportedly been missing since Thursday morning.Chelsea, who is expected to join Grade 11 next year, had been staying with her maternal aunt in Lolgorian before she went missing under unclear circumstances.
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Mike Sonko Releases CCTV Footage Allegedly Showing Nyambura Mburu Meeting City Lawyer at Westlands Airbnb
Sonko said the footage was obtained from Escada Apartments along Lantana Road in Westlands, Nairobi, where Room 301 had reportedly been booked by an individual identified as K. Mutai.According to the former governor, Mutai booked the accommodation for October 17 and 18, with CCTV cameras capturing movements of the individuals who reportedly accessed the room.
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AFC Leopards Fail to Close Gap on Gor, Migori Youth’s Unbeaten Run Ends
AFC Leopards failed reduce the gap in on reigning league champions Gor Mahia at the top of the Kenyan Premier League as newcomers Migori Youth's unbeaten run came to an end on Saturday, 7 November 2026.3K FC 0 AFC Leopards 0Tom Ikara saved a crucial penalty to ensure AFC Leopards extended their SportPesa League unbeaten run against 3K FC at Moi Stadium, Embu,
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17-Year-Old Dies After Alleged Fall From 9th Floor of Ruiru Airbnb
A 17-year-old boy has died after allegedly falling from the ninth floor of an Airbnb apartment in Gwaka-iru, near Ruiru River in Kiambu County, in an incident that has prompted police investigations.The teenager, identified as Michael Mwangi, reportedly died following an altercation at the apartment where he had been staying in the company of two men and a girl.
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“We Won’t Leave Married Men”: Akothee’s Sister Cebbie Koks Sparks Online Debate
Social media personality Cebbie Koks, the younger sister of Kenyan musician Akothee, has sparked an online debate after publicly reacting to a post about women dating married men.The controversy started after a Facebook user shared a statement opposing women who pursue married men, particularly those who have left their own marriages.
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Machakos Man Stabs Wife and 2-Year-Old Daughter to Death Before Taking Own Life
A family tragedy has been reported in Lower Kwandoo village, Mwala Sub-County, Machakos County, after a 45-year-old man allegedly stabbed his wife and their two-year-old daughter to death before taking his own life.The incident occurred on Saturday, leaving residents of the village shocked and grieving following the deaths of the three family members.
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From Kenya To The World: Meet 6 Highly Accomplished Kenyan Surgeons Working Overseas
In this storyFor many years, Kenya has produced some of Africa’s highest-qualified medical professionals.While many of the country’s sons and daughters have built successful careers at home, others have gone on to leave a lasting mark in some of the world’s best hospitals.