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Countdown to Dangote refinery launch as ship carrying equipment docks in Lamu

Published on September 28, 2026

Source: NTV KenyaBy Nick Mwirigi👁 37 views

William RutoUDA

The first vessel carrying equipment for the construction of Dangote oil refinery has arrived at Lamu Port. The project, worth over two trillion shillings, is expected to be officially launched on Wednesday next week, with Kenya Ports Authority Managing Director Captain William Ruto saying construction activities have already begun. According to the government, the project will benefit neighbouring countries, withโ€ฆ

The first vessel carrying equipment for the construction of Dangote oil refinery has arrived at Lamu Port.

The project, worth over two trillion shillings, is expected to be officially launched on Wednesday next week, with Kenya Ports Authority Managing Director Captain William Ruto saying construction activities have already begun.

According to the government, the project will benefit neighbouring countries, with oil expected to be sourced from Turkana County.

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Ruto, Uhuru, Kalonzo and other leaders mourn Martha Karua's father

Published on September 28, 2026

Source: Citizen DigitalBy News Desk👁 34 views

William RutoUDA

President William Ruto has passed his condolences to the Karuasโ€™ family after the passing of Mwalimu Jackson Karua, father of the People's Liberation Party (PLP) leader Martha Karua. Mwalimu Karua died on Sunday at his home in Kirinyaga County.  In his condolence message, President Ruto stated that Mwalimu Karua had devoted his life to teaching and service, leaving an impactโ€ฆ

President William Ruto has passed his condolences to the Karuasโ€™ family after the passing of Mwalimu Jackson Karua, father of the People's Liberation Party (PLP) leader Martha Karua.

Mwalimu Karua died on Sunday at his home in Kirinyaga County. 

In his condolence message, President Ruto stated that Mwalimu Karua had devoted his life to teaching and service, leaving an impact on many lives.

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Japanese anime actor fights TikTok over AI voice cloning

Published on September 28, 2026

Source: Citizen DigitalBy News Desk👁 20 views

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A high-profile Japanese anime voice actor has taken TikTok to court over videos he says feature an artificial intelligence clone of his "lustrous" baritone, with a verdict due on Wednesday. AI imitation is a growing concern among performers worldwide, and the threat has roiled Japan's storied animation industry, whose voice actors are sometimes worshipped as much as their characters byโ€ฆ

A high-profile Japanese anime voice actor has taken TikTok to court over videos he says feature an artificial intelligence clone of his "lustrous" baritone, with a verdict due on Wednesday.

AI imitation is a growing concern among performers worldwide, and the threat has roiled Japan's storied animation industry, whose voice actors are sometimes worshipped as much as their characters by fans.

The lawsuit filed by Kenjiro Tsuda, known for his starring roles in mega-franchises including "Jujutsu Kaisen" and "Yu-Gi-Oh!", is believed to be the country's first seeking to defend an individual's vocal identity against AI-generated copies.

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Kindiki's coronation as Mt Kenya kingpin faulted for not involving all elders

Published on September 28, 2026

Source: Citizen DigitalBy News Desk👁 35 views

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United Democratic Alliance (UDA) MPs have dismissed Deputy President Prof Kithure Kindiki's coronation as the Mt Kenya region's kingpin and spokesperson. MPs George Kariuki of Ndia, George Koimburi (Juja) and George Gachagua (Ndaragwa) said that the exercise, that occured at Kirigiti stadium in Kiambu County a week ago, did not involve all elders and lacked the community's blessings. The lawmakersโ€ฆ

United Democratic Alliance (UDA) MPs have dismissed Deputy President Prof Kithure Kindiki's coronation as the Mt Kenya region's kingpin and spokesperson.

MPs George Kariuki of Ndia, George Koimburi (Juja) and George Gachagua (Ndaragwa) said that the exercise, that occured at Kirigiti stadium in Kiambu County a week ago, did not involve all elders and lacked the community's blessings.

The lawmakers spoke during a meeting with Kiama Kia Ma elders in Juja constituency in Saturday. They maintained that the region's leadership mantle is still held by former President Uhuru Kenyatta, who assumed the role in 2011.

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Ethiopia accuses Eritrea, Sudan of backing Tigray rebels amid clashes

Published on September 27, 2026

Source: Breaking news from AFRICA, Maghreb and Sub-Saharan Africa - France 24By FRANCE 24👁 39 views

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Ethiopiaโ€™s army chief accused Eritrea and Sudan on Sunday of backing armed groups fighting federal troops, as clashes with Tigrayan rebels intensified. The Tigray Peopleโ€™s Liberation Front said it was waging a โ€œdefensive warโ€ and seized airports. A humanitarian source said rebels captured the Afar town of Erebti on Sunday.

Ethiopiaโ€™s army chief accused Eritrea and Sudan on Sunday of backing armed groups fighting federal troops, as clashes with Tigrayan rebels intensified. The Tigray Peopleโ€™s Liberation Front said it was waging a โ€œdefensive warโ€ and seized airports. A humanitarian source said rebels captured the Afar town of Erebti on Sunday.

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Ken Lusaka: Why canโ€™t the opposition also smuggle voters from Uganda if they think it is easy?

Published on September 27, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Mabonga Makhanu👁 31 views

William RutoUDA

Bungoma Governor Ken Lusaka has come out to refute claims of voter smuggling from Uganda to Kenya to vote for President William Ruto in 2027, telling the opposition to also smuggle voters if they think the vice is easy. Speaking to the media in an interview aired on Sunday, September 28, 2026, the former Senate […]

Bungoma Governor Ken Lusaka has come out to refute claims of voter smuggling from Uganda to Kenya to vote for President William Ruto in 2027, telling the opposition to also smuggle voters if they think the vice is easy. Speaking to the media in an interview aired on Sunday, September 28, 2026, the former Senate […]

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Lusaka: Sifuna has disrupted Rutoโ€™s support in Western Kenya

Published on September 27, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Mabonga Makhanu👁 40 views

William RutoEdwin SifunaUDA

Bungoma Governor Ken Lusaka, who doubles as President William Rutoโ€™s Western Kenya re-election coordinator, has come out to admit that all was well in Western Kenya counties and that the region was behind the head of state until Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna entered the political scene and disrupted their arithmetic. While speaking during an interview […]

Bungoma Governor Ken Lusaka, who doubles as President William Rutoโ€™s Western Kenya re-election coordinator, has come out to admit that all was well in Western Kenya counties and that the region was behind the head of state until Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna entered the political scene and disrupted their arithmetic. While speaking during an interview […]

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Ruto: Expansion of Mzima Springs water project to begin this year

Published on September 27, 2026

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William RutoUDA

Expansion of the Mzima Springs water project in Taita-Taveta County will commence this year, President William Ruto has announced. The President said the Government will mobilise KSh30 billion for the project to tackle perennial water shortages in the county and neighbouring areas. The project, to be financed through the National Infrastructure Fund, will provide water to Mwatate, Voi and Tavetaโ€ฆ

Expansion of the Mzima Springs water project in Taita-Taveta County will commence this year, President William Ruto has announced.

The President said the Government will mobilise KSh30 billion for the project to tackle perennial water shortages in the county and neighbouring areas.

The project, to be financed through the National Infrastructure Fund, will provide water to Mwatate, Voi and Taveta constituencies and also supply Mombasa City.

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Ruto turns to God as he reflects on obstacles facing his leadership

Published on September 27, 2026

Source: People DailyBy David Nthua👁 39 views

William RutoUDA

President William Ruto has turned to faith amid opposition to his leadership, saying a sermon on overcoming obstacles appeared to have been prepared specifically for him. Speaking in Taita Taveta on Sunday, September 27, 2026, the President said he had been encouraged by a message that no human being could oppose what God had decided. […]

President William Ruto has turned to faith amid opposition to his leadership, saying a sermon on overcoming obstacles appeared to have been prepared specifically for him. Speaking in Taita Taveta on Sunday, September 27, 2026, the President said he had been encouraged by a message that no human being could oppose what God had decided. […]

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