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Masks come off as Israel vaunts virus victory Jerusalem, Undefined, April 18 – Israelis stepped into the streets without masks on Sunday for the first time in a year, a key milestone as the. 2021-04-18 12:52:21
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China-U.S. Joint Statement Addressing the Climate Crisis BEIJING, China, April 18 – China and the United States have issued a joint statement addressing the climate crisis after talks between China Spe. 2021-04-18 11:10:52
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Biden hits the golf course for first time in presidency Wilmington, United States, April 18 – President Joe Biden played golf for the first time in his presidency Saturday, hitting the fair. 2021-04-18 10:42:15
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Canada records second case of rare blood clot after AstraZeneca shot TORONTO, Canada Apr 18 – Canadian health authorities said Saturday the country has recorded a second case of rare but serious blood clotting lin. 2021-04-18 09:08:45
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Kenyans urged to embrace local tourism to revive the economy MACHAKOS, Kenya Apr 18 – Kenyans have been urged to embrace local tourism to help revive the economy, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic.. 2021-04-18 07:06:27
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Victor Bwire: Mr President, review the curfew hours, Kenyans are suffering Mr. President, I am writing to bring to your attention a few issues relating to gaps in the implementation of containment measures on the COVID-19 pan. 2021-04-18 06:46:55
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Motorists flouting night curfew in Nairobi forced to stay on the road until midnight NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 18- Motorists caught up in the COVID-19 night curfew of 8pm to 4am in Nairbi were forced to stay on the road until after 11pm. In . 2021-04-18 06:27:36
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Queen Elizabeth II lays to rest her 'strength and stay' Prince Philip Queen Elizabeth II on Saturday bid farewell to her late husband, Prince Philip, at a royal funeral like no other, restricted by coronavirus rules but . 2021-04-17 17:46:15
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Kenya registers 20 new COVID-19 deaths and 1,027 infections NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 17- The COVID-19 fatalities in Kenya rose to 2,463 Saturday after 20 more deaths were recorded. Health Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Ka. 2021-04-17 17:35:46
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4 KTDA officials detained in their offices as DCI detectives camp outside NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 17- Detectives were on Saturday still camping inside and outside the Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA) headquarters, hours after. 2021-04-17 14:15:20
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Govt urged to Prioritize health research in public Universities NAIROBI, Kenya Apr 17 – The government has been urged to prioritize funding of research in Kenyan tertiary institutions to enable local professi. 2021-04-17 14:08:10
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Covid death toll passes three million as India cases surge NAIROBI, Kenya Apr 17 – The global Covid-19 death toll passed three million on Saturday as the pandemic continues to speed up despite vaccinatio. 2021-04-17 13:45:57
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Murgor: Judiciary irredeemable without fresh blood The Senior Counsel made the remarks during an interview by the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) which entered the fifth day in search of the next Ch. 2021-04-17 12:53:06
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Eritrea says troops in Ethiopia's Tigray, vows pullout Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, April 17 – Eritrea has acknowledged its troops are participating in the war in Ethiopia’s northern Tigray region b. 2021-04-17 10:48:37
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Queen Elizabeth II to bury her 'strength and stay' Prince Philip WINDSOR, United Kingdom Apr 17 – Queen Elizabeth II bids a final farewell to her late husband, Prince Philip, on Saturday, at a funeral restrict. 2021-04-17 09:41:31
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China, U.S. ready for cooperation on climate change BEIJING, April 17 (Xinhua) — Chinese Vice Premier Han Zheng on Friday met via video link with John Kerry, visiting U.S. Special Presidential Env. 2021-04-17 09:32:51
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It was a loan! says Kenyan woman who transferred Sh31mn to Nigerian businessman NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 17- A Kenyan woman who transferred Sh31 million to a Nigerian businessman was on Friday hard-pressed to explain the circumstances . 2021-04-17 08:10:59
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Internet access uneven across sub-Saharan Africa as campaign dubbed #UnmuteTheWorld launched to address gap NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 17 – A campaign dubbed #UnmuteTheWorld, has been launched to make internet access a fundamental right and ensure 3.7 billion pe. 2021-04-17 07:36:59
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CBK approves liquidation of Chase Bank NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 17 – The Central Bank Of Kenya has approved the liquidation of Chase Bank Limited. The bank regulator through a statement sa. 2021-04-17 07:20:44
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Murgor: JSC irredeemable without fresh blood The Senior Counsel made the remarks during an interview by the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) which entered the fifth day in search of the next Ch. 2021-04-16 18:29:37
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Murgor: Judiciary irredeemable without external support The Senior Counsel made the remarks during an interview by the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) which entered the fifth day in search of the next Ch. 2021-04-16 18:26:32
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Murgor says Judiciary irredeemable without external support, says 'insiders' derailing the institution The Senior Counsel made the remarks during an interview by the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) which entered the fifth day in search of the next Ch. 2021-04-16 18:24:53
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President Kenyatta declares 4 commissioner slots at IEBC vacant The vacancies arose after the resignation of Vice Chairperson Cornie Nkatha Maina and Commissioners Paul Kurgat and Margaret Mwachanya in 2018, and Ro. 2021-04-16 13:26:28
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Coronavirus: Latest global developments Paris, France, April 16 – Here are the latest developments in the coronavirus crisis: – Top seer dies – A Hindu seer dies and 80 ot. 2021-04-16 13:23:18
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Murgor says Constitution short of naming CJ third in succession Murgor, while responding to Justice Mohammed Warsame, a Judicial Service Commission panelist, said the omission of the Chief Justice as the third in l. 2021-04-16 12:42:06
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France says 'highly probable' EU won't renew AZ orders Paris, France, April 16 – The European Union is very unlikely to renew its Covid-19 vaccine contracts with pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca, . 2021-04-16 12:35:37
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Chinese FM calls for greater progress in China-EU relations in post-pandemic era BEIJING, China, April 15 – China and the European Union (EU), as comprehensive strategic partners, should work together to maintain the politica. 2021-04-16 10:45:07
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Kenya-UK joint COVID-19 committee holds inaugural talks A statement shared by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs noted that the committee also deliberated on the various science and health issues that led to t. 2021-04-16 10:31:54
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Shooting kills 8 in US city of Indianapolis: police Washington, United States, April 16 – At least eight people were killed in a shooting in the US city of Indianapolis by a gunman who is believe. 2021-04-16 10:08:16
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Woman in Sh300mn gold scam arrested after a year-long search Police identified the suspect as Pauline Adhiambo Odok alias Rose Omamo and has been on the run since May 2020.. 2021-04-16 09:43:26
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JSC declines Murgor's bid to have Mwilu recuse herself from CJ interview Murgor was set to face the JSC panel on Thursday as the fifth candidate seeking to replace David Maraga.. 2021-04-16 06:00:50
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All teachers, support staff to take COVID jabs in a bid to sacure school calendar NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 15 — President Uhuru Kenyatta on Thursday directed that all teachers and support staff be allowed to take the COVID vaccine init. 2021-04-15 17:32:04
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KCPE exam cheats to receive results, colluding tutors to carry the cross While making the announcement during the release of 2020 results, Magoha said examiners involved in cheating cases will face the law.. 2021-04-15 17:14:58
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Chinese investment spurs Africa's transformation agenda: experts NAIROBI, Kenya, April 15 – Massive injection of capital from China into Africa’s economies is hastening the realization of the continent&#. 2021-04-15 14:21:08
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Top US envoy Blinken in Afghanistan for troop withdrawal talks Kabul, Afghanistan, April 15 – US Secretary of State Antony Blinken made an unannounced visit to Afghanistan Thursday to brief officials on Was. 2021-04-15 13:49:06
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Judge Marete terms 'inexact' mental disability inscription a non-issue Justice Marete who was appearing before the Judicial Service Commission panel interviewing candidates shortlisted for the position of Chief Justice, s. 2021-04-15 13:40:13
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Somalia condemns 'threats' from foreign allies Mogadishu, Somalia, April 15 – Somalia has accused some of its foreign backers of undermining its sovereignty after the embattled government wa. 2021-04-15 11:24:12
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ATPU arrests 2 women in Dagoretti after recovering weapons linked to terror NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 15 – The Anti-Terrorism Police Unit (ATPU) agents on Wednesday arrested two women after recovering a sniper rifle, four pistols . 2021-04-15 10:43:26
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Labour court judge Njagi Marete faces CJ recruitment panel NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 15 – Justice David Marete was the fourth candidate to face the Judiciary Service Commission on Thursday as interviews for the co. 2021-04-15 10:27:04
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Labour court judge Njangi Marete faces CJ recruitment panel NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 15 – Justice David Marete was the fourth candidate to face the Judiciary Service Commission on Thursday as interviews for the co. 2021-04-15 10:25:24
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UN Security Council to meet on Tigray crisis United Nations, United States, April 15 – The United Nations Security Council is set to meet Thursday to discuss the crisis in Ethiopia’s. 2021-04-15 09:50:39
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With giant swabs and grumpy camels, Kenya hunts for next deadly virus Machakos, Kenya, April 15 – Kicking and grunting under the restraint of three men, the camel makes its displeasure known as Kenyan veterinarian. 2021-04-15 08:12:16
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EPRA retains March Fuel Prices after two consecutive hikes NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 14- Motorists in Nairobi will continue to purchase Super petrol at Sh122.81 from April 14 to May 14. The Energy and Petroleum Regu. 2021-04-14 18:42:10
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6 centres in Nyanza and Northeastern listed for premature exposure of KCSE Education Cabinet Secretary George Magoha said the eleven examination officials including centre mangers, supervisors and invigilators had been arrest. 2021-04-14 18:29:50
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COVID positivity rate slows to 13pc, 3 deaths reported in 24 hours Three deaths were also reported over the same period while 23 others picked from audited data filed in March raising the country's death toll to 2,42. 2021-04-14 18:11:14
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7 years on, more than 100 Chibok girls still missing Lagos, Nigeria, April 14 – Seven years after hundreds of schoolgirls were abducted by Boko Haram jihadists in Chibok, northeast Nigeria, more t. 2021-04-14 14:52:53
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CoG says Sh19.8bn remitted by Treasury, Sh66bn outstanding The Council of Governors on Wednesday however said Sh66 billion for the months of January, February and March was still outstanding.. 2021-04-14 14:16:18
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Prevailing virus containment measures to remain in force until May 29 The order applies to both disease infected areas where the curfew runs from 8pm to 4am and the rest of the country where the curfew starts at 10pm and. 2021-04-14 14:07:57
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Koome tasked to explain an after hours poll-related ruling in 2017 Justice David Manjanja, a commissioner, raised the issue noting Koome was part of the bench that heard and determined a case overturning a High Court . 2021-04-14 13:57:54
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China welcomes U.S. companies' participation in modernization process: premier BEIJING, April 13 (Xinhua) — Chinese Premier Li Keqiang said on Tuesday that China welcomes the active participation of companies from the Unite. 2021-04-14 13:37:14
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Runyenjes Law courts closed temporarily after 8 COVID cases reported Acting Chief Justice Philemona Mwilu on Wednesday said urgent matters for Runyenjes Law Courts shall be handled at Embu and Kerugoya Law Courts.. 2021-04-14 09:58:54
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Koome appears before the JSC in second attempt for CJ slot Koome, who was feted by the United Nations for her advocacy for the rights of children in conflict with the law as well as victims, unsuccessfully sou. 2021-04-14 09:48:47
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Somali president signs law extending mandate for two years: state media Mogadishu, Somalia, April 14 – Somalia’s President Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed has signed a controversial law extending his mandate for ano. 2021-04-14 09:46:57
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African Union wants five vaccine-making centres on continent Nairobi, Kenya, April 14 – The African Union on Tuesday announced the launch of a partnership to manufacture vaccines at five research centre. 2021-04-14 08:46:33
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1 virus-related death reported in 24 hours, 25 others reconciled from past records Health Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe also said there were 1,607 COVID patients admitted in various health facilities, while 5,996 patients were on ho. 2021-04-13 18:26:08
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JSC quizzes CJ hopeful Mbote over intellectual property breach Prof Mbote explained that the paper was submitted on behalf of the University of Nairobi Law School and that the money was eventually returned when Mi. 2021-04-13 17:25:28
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Abdulkadir Haji pays emotional tribute to late father in maiden Senate speech In his maiden speech on Tuesday as the newly sworn in Senator, Haji told the Senators that the biggest lesson he learned from his late father was the . 2021-04-13 15:11:01
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Three steps towards more resilient and inclusive post-COVID-19 economies By Rodger Voorhies In the year since COVID-19 hit, economies across Africa have experienced a dramatic slowdown. Even countries with limited initial i. 2021-04-13 15:05:20
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Prof Mbote defends limited exposure in Judiciary, says teaching law an asset Mbote highlighted her career path noting how she has trained judges and drafted government policies, specifically gender and environmental policies.. 2021-04-13 12:41:30
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Abdulkadir Haji sworn in as Garissa Senator Haji secured the seat after the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission announced that there was no contest for the seat as only one candidate. 2021-04-13 11:58:14
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Several U.S. states shut down Johnson & Johnson vaccine sites after adverse reactions reported WASHINGTON, United States of America, April 13- Several states in the United States have temporarily shut down some vaccine sites after people suffere. 2021-04-13 11:58:14
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ODP denies remarks attributed to DP Ruto on Western Sahara status Ken Osinde, Ruto's Chief of Staff wrote to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Monday refuting the claims published by Moroccan agencies and a number o. 2021-04-13 11:49:19
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Kenyan official says China-built Lamu port to be operational in June NAIROBI, Kenya April 13 – A Chinese-built seaport in Kenya’s coastal island of Lamu will be operational in June, a Kenya Ports Authority (. 2021-04-13 11:38:46
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China concerned about Japan's decision to release Fukushima water into sea: FM BEIJING, April 12 (Xinhua) — China has expressed its grave concerns through diplomatic channels about Japan’s decision to dispose of radio. 2021-04-13 11:24:41
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Somali MPs vote to extend president's term for two years Mogadishu, Somalia, April 13 – Somalia’s lower house of parliament on Monday voted to extend the president’s mandate for two years,. 2021-04-13 09:11:41
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DR Congo's Tshisekedi in full control of new govt: official KINSHASA, DR Congo, Apr 12- Felix Tshisekedi, president of the DR Congo, is in full control of a new government unveiled Monday following a four-month. 2021-04-12 19:15:22
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Justice Chitembwe sheds tears while explaining why judges must listen to suspects NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 12-Justice Said Juma Chitembwe shed tears before a panel of the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) Monday which interviewed him for. 2021-04-12 18:23:50
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Why farmers should support Coffee Bill 2020 A constitutional petition in the High Court by five cooperative societies seeking to halt the enforcement of the Crop (Coffee) General Regulations, 20. 2021-04-12 18:05:27
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Court declines to stop interviews for Chief Justice NAIROB I, Kenya, Apr 12- The High Court has declined to stop the interviews for the recruitment of a new Justice that kicked off Monday. Two petitione. 2021-04-12 17:53:11
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Kenya records 20 more deaths from COVID-19 as vaccination gathers steam NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 12 – Kenya recorded 20 more deaths from COVID-19 on Monday, including 18 that were detected from an audit from last month ra. 2021-04-12 17:40:21
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34 migrants dead after boat capsizes off Djibouti: IOM Djibouti, Djibouti, April 12 – Thirty-four migrants drowned on Monday after their boat capsized off the coast of Djibouti, the International Or. 2021-04-12 14:48:35
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Philippines receives more Sinovac vaccines purchased from China MANILA, Philippines April 12 (Xinhua) — The Philippines on Sunday received the second batch of Sinovac Biotech’s CoronaVac vaccines purcha. 2021-04-12 13:52:38
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Chitembwe prescribes enhanced Judiciary-Executive engagement, practical application of the law Justice Chitembwe, 54, keen to succeed David Maraga who retired in January 2021 on attaining the mandatory retirement age of 70, noted he will build o. 2021-04-12 13:44:09
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Kenya added on list of designated states for Mandatory quarantine in Ireland NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 12- Kenya has been added to the list of designated states for mandatory hotel quarantine in Ireland due to the increased infection. 2021-04-12 13:17:45
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Magoha maintains school calendar unchanged, hopeful virus situation remains under control Under the current school calendar, the third term will start on May 10 and run until July 16 when the learners will break for one week.. 2021-04-12 13:16:08
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China to celebrate CPC centenary with mass activities BEIJING, China, April 12 — China will launch mass activities to mark the 100th anniversary of the Communist Party of China (CPC). Various activi. 2021-04-12 12:31:34
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Myanmar's Suu Kyi hit with new criminal charge Yangon, Myanmar, April 12 – Myanmar’s ousted civilian leader Aung San Suu Kyi was hit with a fresh criminal charge on Monday, as the junt. 2021-04-12 12:05:55
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Probe ordered after US police pepper-spray Black soldier Washington, United States, April 12 – The governor of the US state of Virginia vowed a full investigation Sunday after footage emerged of two p. 2021-04-12 09:32:47
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Another black man shot dead by US police in Minnneapolis where George Floyd was killed MINNEAPOLIS, United States Apr 12 – Protests broke out Sunday night after US police fatally shot a young Black man in a suburb of Minneapolis &#. 2021-04-12 07:40:26
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One of them will be Kenya's next Chief Justice NAIROBI, Kenya Apr 12 – The search for Kenya's new Chief Justice to replace David Maraga who retired in January 2021 officially kicks off Monday. 2021-04-12 07:40:26
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The Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine bet that paid off PARIS, France Apr 11 – With a strategic alliance, 24-hour production and a bit of luck, Pfizer and BioNTech were able to roll out their Covid va. 2021-04-11 21:02:09
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Uganda, Tanzania, oil giants open way for pipeline construction KAMPALA, Uganda Apr 11 – The governments in Kampala and Dodoma joined oil companies Total of France and CNOOC of China in signing a series of ac. 2021-04-11 20:53:07
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Interview: Chinese model of engagement with African countries genuine — Ugandan party official KAMPALA, Uganda Apr 11 (Xinhua) — “At the moment, you can drive from one corner of Uganda to another border on tarmac, mainly built by Chi. 2021-04-11 20:37:41
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486 new COVID cases and 18 deaths reported in Kenya NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 11- The country's COVID-19 infection rate was at 11.8 per cet Sunday, with 486 cases reported. Health Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kag. 2021-04-11 20:12:22
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Tanzanian president arrives in Uganda for signing of key oil pipeline deal KAMPALA, Uganda Apr 11 – Tanzanian President Samia Hassan Suluhu on Sunday arrived here to witness the signing of a tripartite deal that will ki. 2021-04-11 14:32:08
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Kenya's elephant number increases at 2.8 pct annually in past 30 years amid fall in poaching NAIROBI, Kenya Apr 11 – Kenya’s elephant population has gradually increased at an annual rate of approximately 2.8 percent over the last t. 2021-04-11 14:23:57
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EU and AU want urgent solution to Somalia political crisis NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 11- International players among them the African and European Union have called for an urgent solution to the current political st. 2021-04-11 13:24:13
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KRA urges Kenyans to file tax returns early, avoid June deadline NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 11- The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has asked Kenyans and entities yet to file their tax returns to do so using the iTax platfor. 2021-04-11 12:54:05
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India's states flag COVID-19 vaccine shortage NEW DELHI, April 11 (Xinhua) — Chief Minister of the northern Indian state of Punjab Amarinder Singh Saturday said they have only five days of C. 2021-04-11 11:35:34
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Xi urges resolute efforts to curb telecom, online fraud BEIJING, Apr 11 – Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for acting on the people-centered philosophy and fully implementing crackdown, prevent. 2021-04-11 11:28:18
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Revamped Tax Appeals Tribunal means a boost to resolution of tax disputes In the course of the day-to-day tax administration process, tax disputes are inevitable. Tax disputes arise especially where a taxpayer disagrees with. 2021-04-11 09:57:06
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Myanmar's post-coup civilian death toll climbs past 700 YAGON, Myanmar Apr 11 – A security guard was wounded in a bomb blast outside a military-owned bank in Myanmar’s second-biggest city Sunday. 2021-04-11 09:46:17
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Harry but no Meghan at pared-back funeral for Prince Philip Londres, United Kingdom, April 11 – The funeral of Queen Elizabeth II’s husband, Prince Philip, will take place next week, Buckingham Pal. 2021-04-11 07:51:39
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Myanmar youth fight internet outages with underground newsletter Yangon, Myanmar, April 11 – Myanmar youth are fighting the junta’s internet shutdown and information suppression with an explosive underg. 2021-04-11 07:33:16
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21 deaths recorded as COVID-19 pandemic continue to ravage the country NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 10- The third wave of COVID-19 pandemic continues to ravage the country, with cases of death now at 2,330, after 24 fatalities wer. 2021-04-10 17:48:10
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Jane Marriott: I agree, red-listing affects us all The COVID-19 pandemic has been going on for over a year now. The damage has been immense: lives lost, jobs lost, education interrupted for our childre. 2021-04-10 15:48:53
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Gun salutes fired across UK in tribute to Prince Philip LONDON, UK Apr 10 – Gun salutes echoed around the United Kingdom on Saturday as the military paid solemn tribute to Queen Elizabeth II’s h. 2021-04-10 13:35:25
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Kenya and Tanzania renewing ties under President Suluhu's tenure NAIROBI, Kenya Apr 10 – Kenya and Tanzania have committed to strengthen ties after months of strained relations, fuelled by border closures during t. 2021-04-10 13:18:11
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Kenyan Man who slit his son's throat arrested at JKIA while fleeing the country NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 10- A man accused of killing his son in June last year was on Friday arrested as he attempted to flee the country. The man identif. 2021-04-10 11:49:02
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Govt outlines measures to facilitate KCSE candidates travel back home after exams NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 10 – The Ministry of Education has directed County Directors of Education to work closely with County Commissioners to ens. 2021-04-10 11:39:24
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Shortage of COVID-19 Vaccine hampering Roll-out in Africa NAIROBI, Kenya Apr 9 – Less than 2% of the 690 million COVID-19 vaccine doses administered to date globally have been in Africa, where most countrie. 2021-04-10 11:14:34
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Shortage hampering COVID-19 Vaccine Roll-out in Africa NAIROBI, Kenya Apr 9 – Less than 2% of the 690 million COVID-19 vaccine doses administered to date globally have been in Africa, where most countrie. 2021-04-10 11:06:56
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China opposes addition of 7 companies to US export-control list: MOC BEIJING, China, April 10– China is opposed to the United States including seven Chinese supercomputing entities in its “entity list”. 2021-04-10 10:45:55
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Veteran ruler Guelleh re-elected Djibouti president for fifth term Djibouti, Djibouti, April 10 – Djibouti’s veteran ruler Ismail Omar Guelleh was re-elected for a fifth term as president with more than 9. 2021-04-10 10:13:59
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Virus lockdowns around the world as vaccine efforts stumble Mumbai, India, April 10 – Fresh lockdowns and curfews were imposed on tens of millions of people from India to Argentina on Saturday, as Covid-. 2021-04-10 09:57:48
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LSK alarmed by increased murder cases in the country, wants action NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 9- The Law Society of Kenya has raised alarm over increased cases of insecurity, mysterious disappearances and brutal killings by . 2021-04-10 08:51:22
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Hong Kong Governance reforms no basis for external aggression Today's unanimous vote by China's top legislature to strengthen governance laws of Hong Kong should be seen within the bigger context of advancing the. 2021-04-09 19:43:02
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President Kenyatta mourns Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh NAIROBI, Kenya Apr 9 —President Uhuru Kenyatta has joined other world leaders in mourning Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh who passed away Frida. 2021-04-09 19:07:05
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DMX, rapper known for signature growls and hip hop hits, has died NEW YORK, United States Apr 9 – DMX, the hardcore hip-hop star whose ominous, snarling raps chronicled the violence and struggles of the America. 2021-04-09 18:50:06
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Kenya registers 17 New COVID-19 deaths and 1,091 infections NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 9- The Ministry of Health has reported 17 new COVID-19 deaths that occurred in the last one month, pushing fatalities in the count. 2021-04-09 18:21:43
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Kenya registers 17 New COVID-19 deaths and 1,091 infections NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 9- The Ministry of Health has reported 17 new COVID-19 deaths that occurred in the last one month, pushing fatalities in the count. 2021-04-09 18:19:55
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UNHCR's proposal to Kenya in camps closure threat NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 9- The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has proposed to enhance voluntary repatriation in safety and dignity . 2021-04-09 17:57:39
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Chief Justice interviews set for next week NAIROBI, Kenya Apr 9 – The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) is next week on Monday set to begin interviews for the recruitment of a new Chief J. 2021-04-09 17:44:35
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Kenyan Activists decry continued harassment by the State against activists NAIROBI, Kenya Apr 9 – A consortium of human right groups has faulted the government over the continued arbitrary arrests and detention of activ. 2021-04-09 16:09:10
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Atwoli re-Elected COTU SG for the 5th term NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 9- Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU) Secretary General Francis Atwoli was on Friday re-elected unopposed for the 5th. 2021-04-09 13:49:01
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Queen Elizabeth II's husband Prince Philip is dead NAIROBI, Kenya Apr 9 – Queen Elizabeth II’s 99-year-old husband Prince Philip, who was recently hospitalised and underwent a successful he. 2021-04-09 13:31:59
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Queen Elizabeth II's husband Prince Philip dead age 99 London, United Kingdom, April 9 – Britain’s Prince Philip, a constant presence at Queen Elizabeth II’s side for decades, died Frida. 2021-04-09 13:28:21
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Egyptologists uncover 'lost golden city' buried under the sands Cairo, Egypt, April 9 – Archaeologists have uncovered the remains of an ancient city in the desert outside Luxor that they say is the “la. 2021-04-09 12:45:06
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Greta Thunberg to skip COP26 over unfair vaccine rollouts: AFP interview Stockholm, Sweden, April 9 – Swedish climate campaigner Greta Thunberg said Friday she plans to skip the COP26 climate summit in Glasgow this N. 2021-04-09 12:31:10
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U.S.-China cooperation vital for faster global recovery: IMF chief WASHINGTON, United States of America, April 9 – Cooperation between the United States and China, the world’s two largest economies, would . 2021-04-09 12:08:46
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Ex-secretary of state Pompeo to join Fox News Washington, United States, April 9 – Donald Trump’s top diplomat Mike Pompeo has been hired to appear on Fox News as a “contributor. 2021-04-09 09:12:18
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Polls open in Djibouti as veteran ruler Guelleh seeks fifth term Djibouti, Djibouti, April 9 – Voting began Friday in Djibouti where Ismail Omar Guelleh is seeking an all but assured fifth term as president of. 2021-04-09 08:47:42
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Ex-Kamukunji aspirant Ibrahim Johnny is dead NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 9- Outspoken Jamia Mosque senior official and former Kamukunji aspirant Ibrahim Ahmed alias Johnny is dead. Johnny, as he was fond. 2021-04-09 08:12:00
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No Gains in COVID-19 Fight if Africa is Neglected: Mo Ibrahim Foundation NAIROBI, Kenya, April 9 – Mo Ibrahim Foundation has raised concern that there will be no end in sight in the fight against the COVID-19 crisis i. 2021-04-09 07:49:10
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Open Letter to MPs from Fisher Peoples Counties Dear Honourable Members of Parliament drawn from indigenous fisher communities I am writing this missive to you over some small nagging matters faci. 2021-04-09 07:41:35
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Xi urges Germany, EU to cooperate with China to bring more certainty, stability to world BEIJING, China April 8 – Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday urged Germany and the European Union (EU) to make joint efforts with China to. 2021-04-08 15:30:53
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The agony of teen mothers in Nairobi's Kibera slum In Kibra, the largest slum in the capital Nairobi and the largest urban slum in Africa, most of the dwellers live on less than a dollar a day.. 2021-04-08 15:27:12
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Coronavirus: Latest global developments Paris, France, April 8 – Here are the latest developments in the coronavirus crisis: – India lacks jabs – More than 700 million peo. 2021-04-08 15:01:09
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Sputnik importer seeking to re-export 73,946 unutilized vaccines after ban MoH had prior to the ban warned Sputnik V distributors against marketing the vaccine at a time when suppliers had begun administering the jab to a sec. 2021-04-08 14:25:58
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Blood clots linked to AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine, listed as very rare side effects: EMA BRUSSELS, April 7 (Xinhua) — The European Medicines Agency (EMA) confirmed on Wednesday that the occurrence of blood clots with low blood platel. 2021-04-08 11:37:22
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Activist arrested for slurring President Uhuru over IMF loan freed on Sh500,000 cash bail Edwin Kiama who was arrested on Tuesday was freed on a Sh500,000 cash bail after a spirited defense by his lawyers who included former Constitutional . 2021-04-08 11:22:29
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AKUH and German Govt donate COVID testing kits to MoH NAIROBI, Kenya Apr 7 – Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi (AKUH,N) has donated over 20,000 Covid-19 testing kits valued at Sh44 million to th. 2021-04-08 10:42:00
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Online exhibitions on China's poverty alleviation through tourism held in Malta Valleta, April 8 – Photos and videos illustrating stories and experiences of poverty alleviation through tourism in China are being exhibited on. 2021-04-08 09:11:36
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19-year-old who beheaded his grandmother in Kisumu to remain in custody awaiting probe The investigating officer, Benedict Mwanza, narrated to the court the scene of the incident where they found the body of 70-year-old Jane Adhiambo.. 2021-04-08 08:50:26
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Mozambique jihadist insurgency rocks regional stability Johannesburg, South Africa, April 8 – The violent escalation of an insurgency in northern Mozambique last month has whipped up fresh concerns a. 2021-04-08 08:34:03
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Activist arrested for slurring President Kenyatta over IMF loan set for bail hearing Edwin Kiama spent a second night in police custody on Wednesday after the Prosecution sought for 14 days to complete their investigations over his twe. 2021-04-08 07:28:17
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18 COVID-triggered deaths picked from audited records nationwide There 1,591 patients admitted in various health facilities countrywide including 236 who were in the Intensive Care Unit as of Wednesday.. 2021-04-08 06:28:41
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Omamo, UK's Raab to form joint team to address travel restrictions A diplomatic standoff has been brewing between the two countries after Britain on April 2 communicated its decision to add Kenya to the list of countr. 2021-04-07 17:36:17
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IS-linked militants 'chased' from Mozambique town of Palma: president Maputo, Mozambique, April 7 – Mozambique’s President Filipe Nyusi on Wednesday said Islamic State-linked insurgents had been forced out o. 2021-04-07 16:06:38
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CoG says Sh85.2bn held by Treasury impeding counties' COVID response CoG said that Treasury is yet to disburse Sh78bn for January, February and March with two months remaining to the end of the financial year.. 2021-04-07 15:18:08
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Ex-Nairobi Governor Kidero tests positive for COVID Kidero said he will be undergoing isolation for the next two weeks and advised those who had come into contact with him to get tested.. 2021-04-07 15:00:15
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Police station attacked in southeast Nigeria a day after jailbreak Lagos, Nigeria, April 7 – Gunmen stormed a police station in southeast Nigeria and freed prisoners, a day after the restive region was hit by a. 2021-04-07 14:52:56
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IMF says investments in vaccines 'pay for themselves' Washington, United States, April 7 – Public spending aimed at accelerating Covid-19 vaccination campaigns and ending the pandemic will generate. 2021-04-07 14:43:05
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France opens archives on Rwanda genocide Paris, France, April 7 – The French government on Wednesday ordered the opening up of significant state archives concerning the genocide in Rwa. 2021-04-07 11:02:58
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15 killed in a road crash along Mombasa-Malindi Highway The accident, which involved a Garissa-bound Muhsin Bus and Sabaki Shuttle minibus, occurred at around 7am at Kwa Mkikuyu stage in Kizingo area.. 2021-04-07 11:00:15
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COVID-19 has aggravated Africa's vulnerability to climate change: President Kenyatta The Head of State spoke Tuesday evening at State House, Nairobi during a virtual leaders' dialogue on the African Covid-Climate Emergency organised by. 2021-04-07 10:01:17
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President Kenyatta mourns businessman Sobhagayachand Shah Shah, 86, is a prominent Kenyan businessman and entrepreneur, who owns, among other investments, the Sarit Center in Westlands, Nairobi County.. 2021-04-07 09:53:15
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Karatina Law Courts temporarily closed after 17 staffers contract COVID-19 Acting Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu said the closure will allow a thorough disinfection and fumigation of the court station prior to reopening.. 2021-04-07 09:40:24
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Sudan says Nile dam talks end without progress due to "Ethiopian obstinacy" KHARTOUM, Sudan, April 7 – Sudan on Tuesday blamed the lack of progress during the new round of talks over the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (. 2021-04-07 09:31:26
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China urges U.S. to lift all illegal sanctions against Iran as nuclear talks resume VIENNA, Austria, April 7- Chinese envoy on Tuesday urged the United States to lift all illegal sanctions against Iran and its “long-arm jurisdic. 2021-04-07 09:02:07
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IEBC declares no contest in Garissa senatorial mini-poll, Abdul Haji named Senator-Elect Political parties had been given until March 30 to nominate candidates for the seat, and only Addulkadir Mohamed of the ruling Jubilee Party filed his. 2021-04-07 08:48:37
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Djibouti president set to clinch fifth term Nairobi, Kenya, April 7 – Djibouti’s President Ismail Omar Guelleh is expected to extend his two-decade rule of the tiny Horn of Africa n. 2021-04-07 08:28:08
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China issues white paper on poverty alleviation China's State Council Information Office on Tuesday issued a white paper titled "Poverty Alleviation: China's Experience and Contribution.". 2021-04-07 07:00:03
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Biden announces all adults in US eligible for Covid vaccine by April 19 WASHINGTON, United States Apr 7 – All adults across America will be eligible for Covid-19 vaccines within two weeks, President Joe Biden announc. 2021-04-07 06:43:40
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IMF lends to restore sustainable Economic growth I love Africa and I love the way Africans grasp some facts of reality and turn them into fiction. The petition by a section of Kenyans against IMFR. 2021-04-06 19:09:29
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COVID positivity rate slows to 13.5pc, 14 virus-related deaths authenticated Nairobi accounted for the highest number of cases in the country at 246, nearly 10 times the number of cases in Kiambu which came in second with 29 ca. 2021-04-06 19:01:05
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Amnesty International urges Kenya to champion refugees' agenda at UNSC The agency made the appeal on Tuesday as a 14-day ultimatum issued by President Uhuru Kenyatta's government to close Dadaab and Kakuma refugees camp o. 2021-04-06 16:22:29
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Nairobi Assembly suspends sittings indefinitely with 40 MCAs on COVID treatment While announcing the suspension of sittings on Tuesday, Nairobi Speaker Benson Mutura reported that more than 40 MCAs had contracted the disease, incl. 2021-04-06 15:53:42
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Several dozen jihadists, including commander, killed in Mali: UN Bamako, Mali , April 6 – More than 40 jihadists, including a senior commander, were killed last week after they attacked United Nations peacek. 2021-04-06 15:39:11
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Tanzanian president says 'not proper' to ignore Covid-19 Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, April 6 – Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan said Tuesday it was “not proper to ignore” the coronavir. 2021-04-06 14:36:57
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Natembeya says leaders undermining disarmament in Baringo, Turkana and Laikipia Netembeya, during a presser, said the leaders add no value to the national government's operation to disarm civilians even as he urged them to keep of. 2021-04-06 13:00:42
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KNEC examiner arrested after sharing KCSE Maths paper on WhatsApp Machakos DCIO Rhoda Kanyi reported that the Principal was arrested after posting KCSE Mathematics Paper 2 which was starting on Tuesday morning, on he. 2021-04-06 12:41:30
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At least 40 dead in fighting in Sudan's Darfur: UN Khartoum, Sudan, April 6 – At least 40 people have been killed and 58 injured in three days of clashes in Sudan’s West Darfur state, the . 2021-04-06 11:28:47
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What China offers with white paper on poverty alleviation BEIJING, China, April 7- China on Tuesday released a white paper on poverty alleviation, expounding how the world’s most populous country has el. 2021-04-06 10:16:31
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KCPE results will be ready in 2 weeks: Magoha Education Cabinet Secretary Prof George Magoha on Tuesday said examiners under the Kenya National Council of Examination (KNEC) had embarked on markin. 2021-04-06 09:39:45
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US joins talks aimed at salvaging Iran nuclear deal Vienna, Austria, April 6 – The United States will on Tuesday join talks in Austria’s capital Vienna aimed at salvaging an international a. 2021-04-06 09:31:05
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Nigeria's 'social satirist' fights injustice with art When in 2019 Nigerian painter Julius Agbaje depicted President Muhammadu Buhari as the Joker, he never imagined that a year later his portrait would b. 2021-04-06 09:10:49
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Ruto's budget man, Ichungwah, leads MPs in demanding a COVID relief plan The legislators urged the government to use the recently approved Sh257 billion loan from the International Monetary Fund to support the worst hit gro. 2021-04-05 19:00:41
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KQ to suspend UK flights on Friday following red alert listing A statement from the airline on Monday indicated the suspension will take effect from the midnight of Friday, April 9, 2021 until further notice.. 2021-04-05 18:38:24
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KQ to suspend UK flight on Friday following red alert listing A statement from the airline on Monday indicated the suspension will take effect from the midnight of Friday, April 9, 2021 until further notice.. 2021-04-05 18:34:34
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COVID-related ICU admissions rise to 200, 20 virus linked deaths reported Health Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe said another 240 patients were also on supplementary oxygen, 17 of whom were in the High Dependency Unit.. 2021-04-05 18:13:04
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Ethiopian Airlines pilot lands at wrong Zambia airport Lusaka, Zambia, April 5 – An Ethiopian Airlines cargo plane flying into Zambia accidentally landed at an airport that is still under construct. 2021-04-05 16:14:30
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UN tribunal denies early release to Rwanda genocide mastermind NAIROBI, Kenya, April 5 – A UN tribunal in Tanzania has denied a request for early release by a man considered the mastermind of the 1994 genoci. 2021-04-05 14:15:21
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Applications to join Diploma Teacher Training Colleges to close on April 20 Early Learning and Basic Education Principal Secretary Dr. Julius Jwan said candidates could either pick Diploma in Primary Teacher Education (DPTE) o. 2021-04-05 12:31:08
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Sibling clash over food leaves 1 dead in Kangundo "The elder brother was claiming his younger brother is used to eating all the food," Kangundo OCPD Philis Kanina said.. 2021-04-05 12:13:02
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Chinese FM urges U.S. to truly respect China's core interests BEIJING, China April 4 – Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Sunday urged the United States to truly respect China’s c. 2021-04-05 09:47:56
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City cop due for surgery to reattach an ear bitten off by a woman The injured officer collected the piece of his ear from the ground and rushed to hospital for treatment.. 2021-04-05 08:57:50
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DR Congo hosts 'last chance' talks over contested Nile dam Kinshasa, DR Congo, April 5 – Foreign ministers from Egypt, Ethiopia and Sudan held talks in Kinshasa on Sunday over Addis Ababa’s contes. 2021-04-05 08:20:30
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UK to announce new international travel rules London, United Kingdom, April 5 – Britain will on Monday set out plans to restart international travel, using a “traffic-light” sys. 2021-04-05 07:58:21
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Kenya registers 18 COVID-19 deaths and 911 new infections NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 4- The Ministry of Health on Sunday reported 18 COVID-19 deaths raising fatalities in the country to 2,224. Health Cabinet Secreta. 2021-04-04 17:57:58
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Ethiopia PM says army fighting 'on eight fronts', including Tigray Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.April 4 – Ethiopia’s military is fighting “on eight fronts” in hotspots including the northern Tigray r. 2021-04-04 17:30:44
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Pope urges vaccines for poor in Easter message Vatican City, Holy See, April 4 – Pope Francis urged Catholics to remain hopeful in his Easter Sunday address, calling vaccines an “essen. 2021-04-04 13:13:37
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KMA supports govt ban on COVID vaccines by private sector NAIROBI, Kenya Apr 4 – The Kenya Medical Association (KMA) has lauded the move by the government to ban the importation, distribution and admini. 2021-04-04 11:53:55
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China to work with ASEAN on promoting peace talks in Myanmar: Chinese FM FUZHOU, April 4 – China will communicate and coordinate with all parties, while working concertedly with the Association of Southeast Asian Nati. 2021-04-04 11:13:24
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Data on weather and use of technology critical in improving food security Use of technology and simplified data on weather and management of production processes are the key to sustainable food security in Kenya. Traditional. 2021-04-04 08:27:08
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Ethiopia says Eritrean troops have 'started to evacuate' Tigray Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, April 4 — Ethiopia said Saturday that Eritrean troops fighting in its conflict-hit Tigray region had “started to e. 2021-04-04 08:15:48
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17 missing after Indonesia boats collision Jakarta, Indonesia, April 4 – Rescuers were searching for 17 missing fishermen after two boats collided in waters off Indonesia’s West Ja. 2021-04-04 07:30:46
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Kenya hits back at UK travel ban, countries practicing vaccines apartheid NAIROBI, Kenya, April 3 – Kenya has fired back a the UK, a day after London imposed travel restrictions for anyone from Kenya over COVID-19 desp. 2021-04-03 20:15:20
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20 COVID-19 deaths in Kenya as 1,184 cases recorded NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 2- Kenya on Saturday recorded 20 new COVID-19 deaths, including 18 which had not been detected in the ast month. This raised fatal. 2021-04-03 16:05:12
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Coronavirus: Latest global developments Here are the latest developments in the coronavirus crisis: – UK logs more AstraZeneca blood clot cases Britain’s Medicines and Healthcare. 2021-04-03 15:48:32
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Xi Focus: Xi leads China's green development Source: Xinhua| 2021-04-03 00:33:23|Editor: huaxia Chinese President Xi Jinping, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China. 2021-04-03 15:22:10
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Kenya concerned at attacks in S.Southern targeting truck drivers after recent killings NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 3- Kenya has raised concerns over attacks on Kenyans in South Sudan after several fatalities were reported in an attack targeting . 2021-04-03 15:08:08
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Glowing tributes as Kiambaa MP Paul Koinange is buried NAIROBI, Kenya Apr 3 – Family and friends paid glowing tributes at the burial of Paul Koinange, the Kiambaa MP who succumbed to COVID-19. Koinan. 2021-04-03 15:06:24
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Govt Urged not to neglect Persons with Autism during COVID-19 NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 3 – The Government should ensure healthcare services for persons with autism remain accessible, even as focus continues to r. 2021-04-03 14:41:27
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Kenyans concerned at attacks in S.Sudan targetting truck drivers after recent killings NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 3- Kenya has raised concerns over attacks on Kenyans in South Sudan after several fatalities were reported in an attack targeting . 2021-04-03 11:01:55
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U.S. has no right to interfere in Hong Kong affairs: commissioner's office of Chinese foreign ministry HONG KONG, April 2 (Xinhua) — The U.S. blatant interference in Hong Kong affairs has once again exposed its notorious “double standards. 2021-04-03 09:09:00
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Rebel group says more than 12,000 displaced by Myanmar junta air strikes Yangon, Myanmar , April 2 – A rebel group has accused Myanmar’s military of deploying “excessive force”, saying on Saturday . 2021-04-03 08:53:09
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19 COVID deaths in Kenya amid vaccines row NAIROB I, Kenya, Apr 2- The Ministry of Health on Friday reported 19 new COVID-19 deaths that occurred on diverse dates pushing fatalities to 2,186 on. 2021-04-02 20:43:14
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Dull Easter as nairobi streets deserted over COVID measures NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 2- The economic meltdown occasioned by the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent measures to contain it were evident Friday as streets . 2021-04-02 20:27:57
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Kenya bans importation of Sputnik V by private entities NAIROBI, Kenya Apr 2 – Kenya announced Friday it had banned the importation, distribution and administration of COVID-19 vaccines by private ent. 2021-04-02 19:52:50
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England to ban travel from four new countries Including Kenya London, United Kingdom, April 2 – The UK government said Friday it would add four countries to its so-called red list banning incoming travel. 2021-04-02 19:02:53
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Four UN troops killed in attack in northern Mali Bamako, Mali, April 2 – Four United Nations peacekeepers were killed early Friday when suspected jihadists attacked their camp in Aguelhok in no. 2021-04-02 17:54:51
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MultiChoice offers exciting Kenyan content for the April holidays NAIROBI, Kenya, April 2 – DStv and GOtv have lined up an unmatched entertainment list of exciting Kenyan content made in Kenya by Kenyans that i. 2021-04-02 14:23:58
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Churches remain closed in Kenya during Easter after ban over COVID NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 2- Churches remained closed in Friday, with others opting for virtual services following an order by President Uhuru Kenyatta who . 2021-04-02 13:24:55
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UK bans travel from Kenya after listing the country in the red list category NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 2- The United Kingdom has issued new restrictions on travel from Kenya in measures aimed at containing the spread of COVID-19 afte. 2021-04-02 12:51:36
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Only 10pc of Kenyans have collected Huduma Namba cards NAIROBI, Kenya, April 1 – Only 10 percent of Huduma Namba cards have been collected by Kenyans despite the distribution to national registration. 2021-04-02 12:37:40
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More than 1.4 million people face acute starvation in Kenya NAIROBI, Kenya, April 1 – Government spokesperson Cyrus Oguna Thursday said more than 1.4 million Kenyans are facing hunger and starvation, and . 2021-04-02 12:29:29
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Egypt's Suez Canal says to seek over 1-bln-USD compensation for losses caused by stuck ship CAIRO, April 1 — Egypt’s Suez Canal Authority (SCA) will seek over 1 billion U.S. dollars in compensation for the losses caused by the con. 2021-04-02 12:21:34
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Niger president to be sworn in after 'attempted coup' Niamey, Niger, April 2 – Niger’s newly-elected president Mohamed Bazoum is set to be sworn into office on Friday, a democratic watershed . 2021-04-02 11:59:41
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It was a prank! ODM says of Raila's 2022 bid NAIROBI, Kenya Apr 2 – So kenyans were fooled on April 1 that Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Party leader Raila Odinga was among three candiates w. 2021-04-02 11:25:15
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President Kenyatta rules out tax reliefs because lockdown is not countrywide NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 1- President Uhuru Kenyatta has ruled out tax reliefs to cushion Kenyans and businesses during the partial lockdown affecting five. 2021-04-02 08:37:11
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President Kenyatta rules out tax reliefs because lockdown is partial NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 1- President Uhuru Kenyatta has ruled out tax reliefs to cushion Kenyans and businesses during the partial lockdown affecting five. 2021-04-02 08:34:16
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Promoting local production will lead to regional industrialization The establishment of an effective Common External Tariff in the East Africa region will lead to the exponential growth of the manufacturing sector. 2021-04-02 07:42:21
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President Kenyatta opens new roads, affirms Govt's commitment to decongest Nairobi NAIROBI, Kenya Apr 1 – President Uhuru Kenyatta today commissioned the 4.2 kilometre access road connecting the Nairobi Inland Container Depot a. 2021-04-01 16:50:53
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14 more dead in Kenya as 984 COVID cases recorded NAIROBI, Kenya Apr 1 – 14 people succumbed to coronavirus on Thursday raising the total number of virus-related fatalities in the country to 2, . 2021-04-01 16:40:08
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Liberians reject Weah plan for shorter terms, dual citizenship Monrovia, Liberia, April 1 – Liberians have rejected plans to shorten presidential terms and to allow dual citizenship, the country’s ele. 2021-04-01 16:21:41
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Libya, China discuss mutual cooperation after new gov't approved TRIPOLI, Libya, April 1 – Libyan Foreign Minister Najla al-Mangoush on Wednesday met with Chinese Charge d’Affaires to Libya Wang Qimin in. 2021-04-01 15:55:39
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UoN, USIU, Strathmore and Mt Kenya among universities attracting foreign students NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 1 – A new study released on Thursday has for the first time shown the population of foreign students in Kenyan universities . 2021-04-01 15:47:02
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Allies raise alarm over health of hunger-striking Navalny Moscow, Russia , April 1 – Supporters of jailed Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny are raising deep concerns about his decision to launch a hunger . 2021-04-01 15:36:16
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15 arrested for aiding cheating in KCSE exams NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 1- 15 people, among them a University student, were on Thursday arrested in Busia for aiding cheating in the Kenya Certificate of . 2021-04-01 14:44:09
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Governors want World Bank's Sh4.6bn grant diverted to aid COVID-19 war NAIROBI, Kenya Apr 1 – Governors now want the Sh4.6 billion which was allocated by the World Bank as conditional grants to the counties to suppo. 2021-04-01 14:37:58
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UK imposes more sanctions on Myanmar military-linked interests London, United Kingdom , April 1 – Britain on Thursday announced sanctions against the Myanmar Economic Corporation (MEC) for its role “. 2021-04-01 14:29:42
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Kiambaa MP Paul Koinange to be buried on Saturday NAIROBI, Kenya Apr 1 – Kiambaa MP Paul Koinange will be buried on Saturday at his rural home. According to the family of the late lawmaker, Ko. 2021-04-01 14:27:31
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Major roadblocks during Easter to enforce COVID-19 lockdown NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 1- The National Police Service (NPS) is set to mount 33 roadblocks in all the major highways leading into and out of the zoned are. 2021-04-01 14:20:36
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Odinga, Oparanya and Joho seeking ODM presidential ticket NAIROBI, Kenya, April 1 – Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, Kakamega Governor Wycliffe Oparanya and his Mombasa counterpart Ali Hassan Joho ha. 2021-04-01 13:49:52
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Chinese envoy elaborates China's position on situation in Myanmar UNITED NATIONS, April 1 – During the United Nations Security Council consultations on Wednesday, Zhang Jun, China’s permanent representati. 2021-04-01 09:20:17
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Over 8,000 Mozambique attack survivors find refuge: UN Pemba, Mozambique April 1 – More than 8,100 people have reached safety outside the northern Mozambican town of Palma a week after it was besieg. 2021-04-01 09:01:45
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Macron orders schools closure, nationwide partial lockdown to rein in COVID-19 resurgence PARIS, France April 1 – To slow down the coronavirus spread and pave the way for a gradual return to normalcy by mid-May, schools in France will. 2021-04-01 08:46:32
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Four people, including child, shot and killed in California Orange, United States, April 1 – Four people, including a child, were shot and killed Wednesday evening at an office building in Southern Calif. 2021-04-01 08:15:29
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Supporting victims an integral element in defeating terrorism Terrorism is an attack on humanity. The ultimate impact of the barbaric acts of violent extremists manifests itself in the untold physiological, psych. 2021-04-01 07:42:35
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COVID-19 pandemic: Balancing prevention measures with a progressive economy A year has now passed since WHO declared COVID-19 a global pandemic yet the virus continues to wreak havoc in every corner of the world. On 26th March. 2021-04-01 07:01:18
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Ministry of Health puts health workers on notice over vaccine bribery claims Health Chief Administrative Secretary Mercy Mwangangi said the AstraZeneca vaccine being administered in health facilities countrywide is free of char. 2021-03-31 17:15:28
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Sputnik V vaccine distributors warned against marketing Willis Akwale, Chairperson of the Taskforce on Vaccine Deployment and Vaccination, noted that while the vaccine had received emergency use authorizati. 2021-03-31 16:43:41
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CS Kagwe roots for social protection to mitigate economic challenges arising from covid restrictions NAIROBI, Kenya Mar 31 – The Cabinet Secretary for Health Senator Mutahi Kagwe has underscored the role of social protection programmes' to ease . 2021-03-31 16:11:06
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HRW says Rwanda cracking down on YouTubers, bloggers Nairobi, Kenya, March 31 – Rwanda, after clamping down on free speech in traditional media, is now arresting and threatening those who have tur. 2021-03-31 13:49:21
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BioNTech-Pfizer say Covid vaccine 100% effective on 12-15 year olds Berlin, Germany, March 31 – BioNTech-Pfizer said Wednesday their vaccine showed 100 percent efficacy against the coronavirus in 12 to 15 year o. 2021-03-31 13:29:03
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Tributes pour in for Kiambaa MP Paul Koinange Deputy President William Ruto, Opposition Leader Raila Odinga and Speaker of National Assembly Justin Muturi are among leaders who reacted with grief . 2021-03-31 12:36:53
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China, WHO joint research to boost global cooperation in COVID-19 origin tracing: spokesperson BEIJING, China March 31 – China believes that the joint research carried out by the World Health Organization (WHO) and China will play a positi. 2021-03-31 11:53:20
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Standing firm against hostile Kisii community Culture discriminating women in politics KISII, Kenya Mar 31 – Despite the increasing presence of women aspiring for elective leadership positions in most parts of the country, gender-b. 2021-03-31 11:40:40
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Naivasha law courts shut for 10 days after staff tests positive Acting Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu, through a statement, said the decision was reached after the Head of Station held an emergency meeting with both. 2021-03-31 10:03:42
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Gunfire heard near presidency in Niger capital: residents Niamey, Niger, March 31 – Residents of Niger’s capital Niamey said Wednesday they heard shots, including from heavy weapons, during the n. 2021-03-31 09:33:02
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Head of WHO's international experts hails cooperation with China WHO experts stand outside the Huanan seafood market in Wuhan, Hubei Province, central China. /CGTN The release of the report on the global tracing of . 2021-03-31 09:18:41
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WHO expert: Future research on COVID-19 origin not limit to one region The WHO-led expert team at the Hubei Center for Animal Disease Control and Prevention in Wuhan, February 2, 2021. /CFP All conclusions and recommendat. 2021-03-31 09:11:38
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Biden picks Black women, first Muslim for federal judgeships Washington, United States, March 31 – President Joe Biden nominated several Black women, an Asian American and the first Muslim ever to federal. 2021-03-31 09:06:08
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US orders diplomats out of Myanmar as violence spirals Yangon, Myanmar, March 31 – The United States on Wednesday ordered the departure of non-essential diplomats from Myanmar, amid growing violence. 2021-03-31 08:53:11
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Capitol police sue Trump over January 6 riot Washington, United States, March 31 – Two Capitol Police officers sued former US president Donald Trump Tuesday for inciting the January 6 insu. 2021-03-31 08:15:11
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President Kenyatta mourns Kiambaa MP Paul Koinange as a steadfast peace supporter Koinange who served as the Chairpersons of the National Assembly's Departmental Committee on Administration and National Security passed away Wednesda. 2021-03-31 07:48:57
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DP Ruto vaccinated with Russia's Sputnik V NAIROBI, Kenya Mar 31 – Deputy President William Ruto has been vaccinated against COVID-19 but not with the Astrazeneca jab imported by the gove. 2021-03-30 21:08:03
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Grand Mullah and Donald Kipkorir get Russia's Sputnik V jab NAIROBI, Kenya, March 30 – Top lawyers Ahmednassir Abdullahi and Donald Kipkorir Tuesday became the first Kenyans to receive the Russian-manufac. 2021-03-30 16:59:08
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Egypt's Sisi warns Ethiopia dam risks 'unimaginable instability' Ismailia, Egypt, March 30 – Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi warned Tuesday that Ethiopia’s enormous dam project, upstream on the . 2021-03-30 16:03:13
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China providing vaccine aid to 80 countries, 3 int'l organizations: FM spokesperson BEIJING, China, March 30 – China is providing vaccine aid to 80 countries and three international organizations, exporting vaccines to more than. 2021-03-30 15:51:36
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Tanzania president picks deputy, as grim stampede toll emerges Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, March 30 – Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan on Tuesday picked the country’s finance minister to be. 2021-03-30 15:36:08
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Mama Sarah Obama laid to rest in Kogelo The body was interred next to the grave of her husband, Obama's grandfather, in a ceremony presided over by Kisumu Muslim Community Chairperson Sheikh. 2021-03-30 14:27:15
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Kenya signs deal with New Zealand, AU to boost geothermal sector NAIROBI, Kenya March 30 – Kenya on Tuesday signed a Memorandum of Arrangement (MOA) with New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT. 2021-03-30 13:16:17
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Kenyan police arrest 3, seize cache of weapons in border region NAIROBI, Kenya, March 30 – Kenyan police said Tuesday they have arrested three suspects and recovered a cache of weapons during a security opera. 2021-03-30 12:44:33
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Three women polio workers shot dead in Afghanistan Jalalabad, Afghanistan, March 30 – Gunmen killed three Afghan women involved in a nationwide polio immunisation programme Tuesday, officials sa. 2021-03-30 12:31:03
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US sends ambassador to join Palau leader on Taiwan visit Taipei, Taiwan, March 30 – The United States sent its Palau ambassador to Taiwan this week, in a rare visit by a serving diplomat that has rile. 2021-03-30 12:16:40
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Portugal sending 60 troops to beleaguered Mozambique Lisbon, Portugal, March 30 – Portugal is to send around 60 troops to its former colony Mozambique following an attack by Islamic State-linked j. 2021-03-30 11:34:46
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Myanmar crackdown death toll passes 500 Yangon, Myanmar, March 30 – The death toll in the Myanmar military’s crackdown on protesters has passed 500, as armed rebel groups on Tue. 2021-03-30 11:23:25
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AstraZeneca Covid shots not recommended for under 55s in Canada Ottawa, Canada, March 30 – Canadian experts on Monday recommended halting the use of AstraZeneca Covid-19 shots for people aged under 5. 2021-03-30 10:56:08
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Tanzanian police say 45 died in stampede at Magufuli tribute Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, March 30 – Tanzanian police announced Tuesday that 45 people had died during a stampede in Dar es Salaam on March 21 a. 2021-03-30 10:44:52
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Briton neighbouring DP Ruto's private residence quizzed after drone intrusion Nairobi police boss Augustine Nthumbi said the man, a neighbor of the Deputy President, had since handed over the drone to police.. 2021-03-30 10:44:52
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CS Magoha expels NYS personnel from examination centres in Machakos The servicemen and women were on standby to provide security in the ongoing Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE).. 2021-03-30 09:57:22
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S.Africa's ruling party issues warning over graft, infighting Johannesburg, South Africa, March 30 – South Africa’s embattled ruling party on Monday issued a stern warning to members facing graft or . 2021-03-30 09:15:39
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ICC rules on appeal by Congolese 'Terminator' warlord The Hague, Netherlands, March 30 – The International Criminal Court will decide Tuesday on an appeal by a Congolese warlord dubbed the “T. 2021-03-30 09:01:58
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Lil Nas X 'Satan Shoe' collab triggers lawsuit from Nike New York, United States, March 30 – It’s been quite a few days for sneakers, Satan and the artist Lil Nas X. It started with a recently r. 2021-03-30 08:58:36
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Biden says 90 pct of adult Americans eligible to be vaccinated in 3 weeks WASHINGTON, March 29 – U.S. President Joe Biden announced on Monday that 90 percent of adult Americans will be eligible to get COVID-19 vaccinat. 2021-03-30 08:47:32
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Xi calls for China-Burundi joint efforts to safeguard international justice BEIJING, China, March 29 – Chinese President Xi Jinping said Monday that China and Burundi should strengthen unity and cooperation and make join. 2021-03-30 08:25:18
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Motherhood on the brink: Pregnant women in Yemen under famine and violence Midwife Shrook Khalid Saeed tells UNFPA Executive Director Dr. Natalia Kanem about a harrowing delivery. © UNFPA Yemen CRATER, Yemen – ". 2021-03-30 07:23:54
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Trade unionists decry State clampdown on public sector unions The unions which include the Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU), Kenya County Government Workers Union, Kenya Union o. 2021-03-29 18:22:35
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COVID positivity rate shoots up to 26.6pc with 902 cases Kagwe also reported 18 virus-related deaths which he noted were fatalities that occurred on diverse dates but whose verification delayed.. 2021-03-29 18:07:18
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Thousands fleeing besieged Mozambique town by boat Pemba, Mozambique, March 29 – Thousands of survivors of coordinated jihadist attacks in northern Mozambique’s Palma town were arriving on. 2021-03-29 14:36:18
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KCPE, KCSE examiners to be issued curfew exemption passes: TSC TSC Chief Executive Officer Nancy Macharia on Monday said all KCPE and KCSE examiners will be given special passes to access marking centers in Nairo. 2021-03-29 14:11:32
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Rwanda's female motorcycle rider defies odds to join male-dominated job KIGALI, Rwanda, March 28 – In Kicukiro trading center located in Kigali’s suburb, streets roar with the sound of commerical motorcycles &#. 2021-03-29 13:35:13
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Egypt's Sisi hails 'success' of Suez ship rescue Cairo, Egypt, March 29 – Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi on Monday hailed the “success” of an operation to unwedge the gian. 2021-03-29 13:16:58
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Barack Obama's step grandmother Sarah to be buried on Tuesday in Kogelo The family did not share the cause of the death of their matriarch but dismissed rumors that she succumbed to COVID-19.. 2021-03-29 13:09:02
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Egypt arrests eight over fatal train crash, revises death toll Cairo, Egypt, March 29 – Egypt has arrested eight people over a train collision last week, prosecutors said in a statement Monday that also rev. 2021-03-29 13:00:46
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Myanmar bloodshed 'absolutely outrageous', Biden says after deadly weekend Yangon, Myanmar, March 29 – US President Joe Biden led global condemnation of an “absolutely outrageous” crackdown by Myanmar’. 2021-03-29 10:45:56
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African countries have much to learn from "Chinese miracle", says Tuju NAIROBI, Kenya March 29 – China’s exceptional economic and political success can be called as the “Chinese miracle,” from whic. 2021-03-29 10:25:11
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Odinga, Nyong'o and Orengo mourn Mama Sarah Obama Kisumu County Government confirmed that Mama Sarah died at Jaramogi Teaching and Referral Hospital on Monday after a short illness.. 2021-03-29 09:43:49
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Obama's Kenyan 'granny' dies aged 99 Nairobi, Kenya, March 29 – Sarah Obama, the grandmother of former US President Barack Obama, has died aged 99 in western Kenya, her daughter to. 2021-03-29 09:33:28
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Western views of human rights don't represent int'l community: Chinese FM ABU DHABI, March 28 – Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Sunday that the views of human rights held by some Western co. 2021-03-29 09:16:00
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President Kenyatta mourns Mama Sarah Obama as an icon of family values In his message of comfort, the President mourned the Obama family matriarch as an icon of family values and a philanthropist whose contribution to the. 2021-03-29 08:47:12
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Biden faces tough choices in Afghanistan as troop withdrawal deadline nears KABUL, March 29 – U.S. President Joe Biden has mulled over extending the May 1 deadline set last year by his predecessor Donald Trump with the T. 2021-03-29 08:47:12
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Judiciary suspends in person court sittings in 5-county area zoned as virus hotspot Acting Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu directed that all registries, courts, and tribunals in the five counties of Nairobi, Machakos, Kajiado, Kiambu an. 2021-03-29 08:38:00
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2 university students perish in a an accident along Nakuru-Kericho highway Kericho County Police Commander, Silas Gichunge said seven other people were injured in the 6pm road crash.. 2021-03-29 08:32:09
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Dozens killed in Mozambique Islamist attack: government Maputo, Mozambique, March 29 – Dozens of people were killed in coordinated jihadist attacks in northern Mozambique’s Palma town, the gove. 2021-03-29 08:32:09
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Ever Given container ship starts to move in Suez Canal: tracking sites Cairo, Egypt, March 29 – The massive container ship which has been blocking the Suez Canal for almost a week started to move on Monday, accordi. 2021-03-29 07:45:28
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Palm Sunday marked amid restrictions on processions The banning of processions is part of new regulations reimposed by the Interfaith Council headed by Catholic Archbishop Anthony Muheria to curb the sp. 2021-03-28 16:58:49
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Ex-Madagascar leader Didier Ratsiraka dies at 84 Antananarivo, Madagascar, Mar 28 – Madagascar’s longtime former leader Didier Ratsiraka, a naval officer and instigator of a sociali. 2021-03-28 16:11:40
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CA fines Homeboyz Radio Sh1mn, suspends show after presenters glorified GBV The station was further directed to publish a public apology in two newspapers with nationwide circulation, as well as air the same apology on the sta. 2021-03-28 14:40:20
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CAK fines Homeboyz Radio Sh1mn, suspends show after presenters glorified GBV The station was further directed to publish a public apology in two newspapers with nationwide circulation, as well as air the same apology on the sta. 2021-03-28 12:35:21
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Kenyans have until 8pm to access or leave 5-county area zoned as virus hotspot The zoned area outlined by President Uhuru Kenyatta on Friday includes counties of Nairobi, Machakos, Kiambu, Kajiado and Nakuru.. 2021-03-28 09:45:47
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1,152 more COVID cases as Kenya gets into new lockdown in red counties NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 27- The Ministry of Health has reported 1,152 new COVID-19 cases a day after President Uhuru Kenyatta announced tough new measures. 2021-03-27 17:42:42
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China announces sanctions on U.S., Canadian individuals, entity BEIJING, China March 27 – China on Saturday announced sanctions on relevant U.S. and Canadian individuals and entity, citing the two countries&#. 2021-03-27 16:04:20
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Myanmar junta puts on show of force as 24 protesters killed in crackdowns Myanmar security forces killed at least 24 protesters on Saturday, one of the bloodiest days since the military seized power in a coup, as the junta s. 2021-03-27 15:45:52
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Fare thee well Robin Njogu NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 27- Journalist Robin Njogu was laid to rest at his rural home in Cherangany Saturday, in a ceremony attended by friends, family an. 2021-03-27 13:07:04
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Chinese ambassador urges cooperation, refutes fabricated reports on Xinjiang in CNN interview WASHINGTON, March 27 – Chinese Ambassador to the United States Cui Tiankai called for international cooperation based on equality, mutual benefi. 2021-03-27 11:32:19
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You have until Sunday 8pm to travel to locked counties: Govt NAIROBI, Kenya Mar 27- The government has eased the lockdown restrictions issued Friday by President Uhuru Kenyatta to enable anyone caught off-guard . 2021-03-27 10:57:17
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'Five dead' as building collapses in Egypt Cairo, Egypt, March 27 – Five people died and more than 20 were wounded Saturday as a building collapsed in the Egyptian capital Cairo, local au. 2021-03-27 10:53:49
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Biden invites world leaders to virtual climate summit: White House WASHINGTON, March 26 – U.S. President Joe Biden invited 40 world leaders to attend a virtual summit on climate change on April 22 and 23, the Wh. 2021-03-27 09:03:09
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Over 180 people trapped in Mozambique hotel after insurgent attack Maputo, Mozambique, March 27 – More than 180 people including expatriate workers are trapped inside a hotel in a northern Mozambique town under. 2021-03-27 08:14:49
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No single case of "forced labor" found in Xinjiang: BCI Shanghai office SHANGHAI, China Mar 26 (Xinhua) — The Shanghai representative office of the Better Cotton Initiative (BCI) said Friday that it has never found a. 2021-03-27 07:50:00
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Global jabs pass half a billion as WHO seeks vaccines for poor nations PARIS, France Mar 27 – Health officials have rolled out more than 510 million coronavirus vaccine doses around the world, but with big gaps betw. 2021-03-27 07:33:26
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How teen mums who have been left behind in Tanzania are getting their future back SHILELA, Shinyanga, Tanzania Mar 27 —When Glory* became pregnant at the age of 13, she felt worthless and despaired as she watched her dreams slip . 2021-03-27 06:58:54
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WHO urges countries to donate 10 mn vaccine doses 'immediately' Geneva, Switzerland, March 26 – The WHO called Friday for the donation of 10 million Covid-19 vaccine doses to ensure that every country could . 2021-03-26 18:25:44
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Security services ordered to be firm on lockdown enforcement amid virus surge The President specifically suspended all curfew passes and exemption cards, while directing the Interior and Health ministries to issue new ones after. 2021-03-26 17:40:54
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Myanmar activists cited for Nobel Peace Prize Oslo, Norway , March 26 – The civil disobedience movement that has sprung up in Myanmar since the military coup has been nominated for the 2. 2021-03-26 17:35:14
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Indefinite closure of Parliament over virus concerns puts BBI reggae on hold Dealing a major blow to the proponents of the BBI who were keen to have a national referendum by June, the Head of State asked Speakers Justin Muturi. 2021-03-26 17:23:46
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Kenya reports 2,008 virus cases prompting lockdowns in hardest hit counties Nairobi county registered 1,071 cases, followed by Nakuru which posted 189. Kiambu recorded 105 cases, Machakos 84 and Mombasa 76.. 2021-03-26 17:09:15
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Navalny complains of nerve pain in Russian prison Moscow , Russia, March 26 – Jailed Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny said Friday he was suffering from nerve pain in a notorious Russian penal colon. 2021-03-26 17:04:19
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Tanzania holds burial ceremony for former President Magufuli DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania, March 26 – Tanzania on Friday held a burial ceremony for former President Magufuli in his native town of Chato in Geita. 2021-03-26 16:38:41
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China's goal has never been to surpass U.S.: FM spokesperson BEIJING, China, March 26 – The goal of China has never been to surpass the United States, but to constantly surpass itself and become a better v. 2021-03-26 16:34:09
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President Kenyatta gets COVID-19 jab NAIROBI, Kenya Mar 26 – Kenya’s president Uhuru Kenyatta has been vaccinated against COVID-19 on the day he issued new tough restrictions . 2021-03-26 14:41:51
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Kenya imposes Nairobi lockdown, closes schools, to contain Covid-19 NAIROBI, Kenya Mar 26 – Kenya imposed a lockdown in the capital Nairobi and four other counties Friday in measures to contain the rising infecti. 2021-03-26 14:09:40
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Kenya tightens measures, again, to curb rise in COVID infections NAIROBI, Kenya Mar 26 – Kenya announced tight restrictions Friday, in measures aimed at curbing the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic after the th. 2021-03-26 13:56:52
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Kenya tightens measures, again, to curb rise in COVID infecions NAIROBI, Kenya Mar 26 – Kenya announced tight restrictions Friday, in measures aimed at curbing the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic after the th. 2021-03-26 13:40:13
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KRA appoints two Commissioners to enhance leadership capacity NAIROBI, Kenya Mar 26 – The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced appointments of two substantive Commissioners as part of an ongoing lead. 2021-03-26 11:40:53
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France slams Russia's Sputnik vaccine as 'propaganda' tool Paris, France , March 26 – France on Friday accused Russia of using its Sputnik V Covid-19 vaccine as a tool to spread Moscow’s influenc. 2021-03-26 11:11:32
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President Kenyatta mourns former Kuria East MP Shadrack Manga and media personality Lorna Irungu NAIROBI, Kenya Mar 26 —President Uhuru Kenyatta has mourned the deaths of former Kuria East MP Shadrack Roger Mwita Manga who died on Thursday night. 2021-03-26 11:04:31
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Uhuru directs his Cabinet to get COVID vaccine NAIROBI, Kenya Mar 26 – President Uhuru Kenyatta has ordered his entire Cabinet and members of the Executive to lead by example and get vaccinat. 2021-03-26 10:14:44
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Magoha issues tough warning against cheating as KCSE exams kick-off KISII, Kenya Mar 26 – Education Cabinet Secretary George Magoha has assured that this year's Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) exa. 2021-03-26 10:01:19
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Macron to be given report over French role in Rwanda genocide Paris, France, March 26 – A commission of historians will after two years work on Friday submit to President Emmanuel Macron a potentially expl. 2021-03-26 09:09:51
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'Green gold': Avocado craze drives crop theft in S.Africa Tzaneen, South Africa, March 26 – Flashing green-and-white lights illuminated the night as the three private security vehicles rolled into the . 2021-03-26 08:31:25
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Biden announces new goal of 200 mln vaccine doses in 100 days WASHINGTON, March 26 – U.S. President Joe Biden announced on Thursday a new goal of administering 200 million COVID-19 vaccine doses to American. 2021-03-26 08:02:46
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Ethiopia PM Abiy says Eritrea to withdraw troops from Tigray Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, March 26 – Eritrea will pull its troops out of Ethiopia’s northern Tigray region, Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ah. 2021-03-26 07:43:28
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LSK Council extends Havi's suspension for 60 days NAIROBI, Kenya Mar 25 – The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) Council has resolved to suspend its President Nelson Havi for a further 60 days pending t. 2021-03-25 19:41:50
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US Securities exchange acts against firm claiming to have COVID loan facility with Kenya NAIROBI, Kenya, March 25 – Treasury Cabinet Secretary Ukur Yattani says United States Securities Exchange Commission has acted against a company. 2021-03-25 19:16:31
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media fraternity, Friends and Family mourn robin njogu as cheerful, Gentle and Loving NAIROBI, Kenya, March 25 – Friends and family converged at the All Saints Cathedral church Thursday for the funeral service of journalist Robin . 2021-03-25 17:36:13
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ODM hints at post-BBI alliance as 2022 alignments take shape NAIROBI, Kenya, March 25 – The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) says it is working on a post-Building Bridges Initiative (BBI) alliance that wil. 2021-03-25 17:05:49
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MoH urges politicians, clerics to take COVID jab to boost public confidence The appeal followed concerns by a section of Kenyans, especially those on social media, questioned why their leaders including President Uhuru Kenyatt. 2021-03-25 17:00:51
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One Kenya Alliance to support Jubilee candidates in May by-elections NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 25- FORD Kenya, KANU, Wiper and Amani National Congress (ANC) parties under the umbrella of the newly formed 'One Kenya Alliance' . 2021-03-25 16:46:06
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Major strides in Kenya's use of contraceptives as unintended pregnancies decline: study NAIROBI, Kenya, March 25 – Kenya has made remarkable progress in the use of family planning, this is according to the Performance Monitoring for. 2021-03-25 15:23:44
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Kenya to prioritize over 58-year-old's for COVID vaccine to curb deaths NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 25 – Kenya has included people aged over 58 in the priority list for the COVID-19 vaccine that was rolled out last month for. 2021-03-25 14:14:43
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Kenya to prioritize over 60-year-old's for COVID vaccine to curb deaths NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 25 – Kenya has included people aged over 58 in the priority list for the COVID-19 vaccine that was rolled out last month for. 2021-03-25 14:10:04
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Navigation in Suez Canal temporarily suspended, rescue work on stuck ship continues CAIRO, Egpyt March 25 – Navigation in the Suez Canal has been suspended temporarily until the re-floatation work on a ship grounded in a new cou. 2021-03-25 13:53:51
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S.Africa's top court hears bid to jail 'cynical' Zuma for contempt Johannesburg, South Africa, March 25 – South Africa’s top court on Thursday heard an urgent application seeking to have ex-president Jaco. 2021-03-25 13:27:32
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Slum in Sierra Leone capital gutted by fire Freetown, Sierra Leone, March 25 – A slum in Sierra Leone’s capital Freetown was destroyed in a fire late Wednesday, the city authorities. 2021-03-25 13:06:20
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Hotel Rwanda 'hero' refuses trial, star US witness takes stand Kigali, Rwanda, March 25 – Paul Rusesabagina, the polarising hero of the hit movie “Hotel Rwanda,” refused Wednesday to participate. 2021-03-25 11:50:00
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Get vaccinated against COVID, Ruto urges Kenyans DP Ruto said it is imperative that as many Kenyans as possible endeavor to get the Oxford AstraZeneca jab noting that being inoculated will help contr. 2021-03-25 11:09:39
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Ruto hints at ditching Jubilee Party for UDA amid onslaught on allies While admitting of being aware of powerful individuals in and outside government hell bent to have him kicked out from the Jubilee Party, DP Ruto note. 2021-03-25 10:56:41
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China donates anti-pandemic medical supplies to UNECA ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia, March 24 – The Mission of the People’s Republic of China to the African Union (AU) on Wednesday donated a batch of . 2021-03-25 10:32:38
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MSF says staff witness Ethiopian troops execute civilians in Tigray Nairobi, Kenya, March 25 – The medical charity Doctors Without Borders (MSF) said Wednesday its staff had been attacked, and had witnessed Ethi. 2021-03-25 10:21:15
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China donates COVID-19 vaccines to Sudan KHARTOUM, Sudan. March 25 – The Chinese government will donate a batch of Sinopharm COVID-19 vaccines to Sudan, Chinese Ambassador to Sudan Ma X. 2021-03-25 10:01:34
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Uganda warns of flash floods, landslides as first rain season starts KAMPALA, Uganda, March 25 – Uganda’s Ministry of Water and Environment on Wednesday warned that the country will face destructive flash fl. 2021-03-25 09:45:27
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The Voice of Cancer Survivors By Terry Nzau and Esther Kiragu NAIROBI, Kenya Mar 25 – Jane Frances is a six and a half years cancer survivor. The 55-year-old survived a rare . 2021-03-25 07:29:42
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UNHCR pleads with Kenya not to close Dadaab and Kakuma refugee camps NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 25- The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) now says the drastic decision by Kenya to close Dadaab and Kakuma re. 2021-03-25 07:24:15
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High Court suspends President Kenyatta's Executive Order on KTDA Factory elections, subsidiaries NAIROBI, Kenya Mar 25 – The High Court in Nairobi has issued a conservatory order suspending the implementation of President Uhuru Kenyatta's Ex. 2021-03-25 07:17:20
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3 people killed, several injured in Mandera IED attack blamed on Al Shabaab NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 24- Three people were on Wednesday morning killed and several injured following an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) attack in Man. 2021-03-24 17:28:48
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Jubilee hands tickets for Bonchari, Juja and Garissa by-elections NAIROBI, Kenya Mar 24 – The Jubilee Party has handed nomination certificates to candidates who will vie in the Parliamentary by-election in Bonc. 2021-03-24 17:22:12
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18 more dead as COVID's third wave hits hard in Kenya NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 24 – The coronavirus situation in Kenya kept a 16.5 percent positivity rate Wednesday in the third wave of the pandemic that. 2021-03-24 17:01:01
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Twelve dead in new DR Congo attack blamed on ADF militia Beni, DR Congo, March 24 – Twelve people have been killed in a fresh attack by the notorious ADF militia in eastern Democratic Republic of Cong. 2021-03-24 14:01:17
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White House says considering executive actions on gun safety in wake of Colorado shooting WASHINGTON, March 23 (Xinhua) — White House press secretary Jen Psaki told reporters Tuesday that the Joe Biden administration is considering ta. 2021-03-24 11:01:25
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Kenya issues new ultimatum for closure of Dadaab and Kakuma refugee camps NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 24- Kenya has issued a 14-day ultimatum to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) to provide a road map for the. 2021-03-24 10:19:39
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Malala removed as Senate Deputy Minority Leader NAIROBI, Kenya Mar 24 – Kakamega Senator Cleophas Malala has been removed as the Senate Deputy Minority Leader. An Orange Democratic Movement (O. 2021-03-24 10:03:58
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Kenya approves Russia's Sputnik V COVID vaccine for emergency use NAIROBI, Kenya Mar 24 – NAIROBI, Kenya Mar 24 – Kenya confirmed Wednesday it had approved emergency use of Russia’s Sputnik V CPVOD-. 2021-03-24 09:52:53
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Giant ship blocks Suez Canal after 'gust of wind' knocks it off course Cairo, Egypt, March 24 – Tugs worked Wednesday to free a giant container ship stuck in the Suez Canal after a gust of wind blew it off course, . 2021-03-24 09:52:53
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Chinese, Russian FMs hold talks, reach strategic consensus NANNING, March 23 — Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi held talks on Tuesday with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, with. 2021-03-24 07:49:20
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Congo's Sassou Nguesso re-elected with 88.57% of vote Brazzaville, Congo, March 24 – The Republic of Congo’s veteran president, Denis Sassou Nguesso, has been re-elected with 88.57 percent of. 2021-03-24 07:32:05
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China rebukes U.S., Canada, Britain, EU over Xinjiang-related sanctions BEIJING, China, March 23 – China on Tuesday strongly condemned the sanctions imposed by the United States, Canada, Britain and the European Unio. 2021-03-24 07:16:45
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