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Sorrow and fears of bleak life for widows of cops in their early 20s

Young women, mostly in their early or mid 20s, express grief at being widowed early and staring at a bleak future.

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State, donors have offered relief to flood victims, says Khalif

Mandera is one of the most affected by floods, which have killed several people, displaced hundreds and left a trail of destruction.

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Canada issues travel advisory against Kenya over power blackouts

Kenya has experienced three major power blackouts in the past year alone.

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37 police officers killed in line of duty in a year, officials say

Dozens of officers have either been killed or seriously injured in the line of duty.

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Stalled projects: Report shows contractors in North Eastern lack capacity

Regional commissioner Otieno says some 10 projects are yet to be completed.

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Heavy rains return to many places this week – Met

Forecast singles out 9 counties that should look out for resurgent heavy rains.

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Kenya's renewed effort to end open defecation by 2030

Only 25 per cent of Kenyans have hand-washing facilities with soap and water at home

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Stalled projects: Report shows contractors in Northeastern lack capacity

Regional commissioner Otieno says some 10 projects are yet to be completed across the region

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HUSSEIN: How NEP can rise from flood crisis

The status quo is no longer sustainable, and it is imperative for the leaders and residents chart a transformative agenda.

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Obado's PA disputes Airtel call records in Sharon's murder case

He has been charged alongside Obado and clerk Caspal Obiero.

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