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According to Türk, governments are yet to act despite growing recognition of the need for AI regulations, leaving a small number of technology companies and their owners with enormous influence over the technology.
Read briefingMaraga said the enforcement exercise that began on Monday, September 7, was based on a presidential directive rather than an enacted law, arguing that the government cannot use a State House announcement to alter Kenya’s constitutional and regional obligations.
Read briefingUDA and ODM have made progress on a joint manifesto and public messaging, but negotiations over whether to adopt electoral zoning in Coast and Nyanza are emerging as a major hurdle ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Read briefingThe boats had left The Gambia and were heading towards the Canary Islands when they became stranded, leaving those on board exposed to harsh conditions for an extended period.
Read briefingHafidh, 80, died at around 8 am while receiving treatment for a heart condition at Emilio Mzena Memorial Hospital in Zanzibar.
Read briefingThe warning comes despite earlier signs of recovery across Kenya’s Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASALs) following rainfall received in March.
Read briefingScientists have recovered ancient DNA from South African mammal fossils dating back up to 50,000 years, opening new possibilities for studying Africa’s extinct wildlife and past biodiversity.
Read briefingThe project is expected to reduce travel time and transport costs along the corridor while improving access to markets and services in northern Kenya. The wider regional vision is to connect Kenya with Somalia and Ethiopia through improved transport infrastructure.
Read briefingSpeaking in Kirinyaga, Nyoro said his party’s top priority would be to introduce free basic education from January 2028, including school meals for all learners, without imposing new taxes.
Read briefingLebanon's President Joseph Aoun has appealed to the international community to "take immediate action to stop these violations" of the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Lebanon.
Read briefingKisii Senator Richard Onyonka revealed to the Eastleigh Voice that the dates for the planned retreat will be set during the Nairobi Linda Mwananchi rallies slated for next weekend.
Read briefingARCAFIM will operate in Rwanda, Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania, with the ambition of reaching about 260,000 smallholder farmers and 500 rural micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), according to the statement.
Read briefingThe team will have the power to regulate its own procedure, including developing rules of procedure and work plans as well as holding meetings to enable the effective discharge of its mandate.
Read briefingTheir return comes just days after four people were killed in Lokwar in an attack allegedly carried out by suspected raiders from neighbouring West Pokot County.
Read briefingThe strikes followed Iranian missile attacks on a US aircraft carrier and a guided-missile destroyer, with CENTCOM saying both warships evaded the missiles and no American personnel were injured.
Read briefingWanyonyi and Cherotich delivered commanding victories in Brussels as Kenya secured two Diamond League titles and two additional podium finishes.
Read briefingMore than 21 people, including women and children, were killed in the latest attack in South Kordofan, forcing civilians to flee as violence and displacement continue to worsen across Sudan.
Read briefingAt least 37 people died after inhaling toxic fumes during suspected illegal pipeline tapping in Rivers State, with many others still missing as authorities face calls for an investigation.
Read briefingUN rights office says more than 33,000 Palestinians remain displaced from Jenin, Nur Shams and Tulkarm camps, raising concerns over forcible transfer, ethnic cleansing and collective punishment.
Read briefingA knee injury suffered against Tottenham has ruled out the Charlton Athletic defender for the rest of the season and threatens his participation in Kenya’s upcoming AFCON qualifiers.
Read briefingParliamentary report highlights staffing shortages, language barriers and funding constraints at Kenya’s Rabat mission, urging urgent measures to strengthen the embassy’s operations.
Read briefingSome all-purpose cleaners contain ingredients such as ammonia, bleach or acids that may damage particular materials. On stainless-steel fridges, cookers and microwaves, they can leave streaks or affect the finish.
Read briefingPatients who received fluconazole were more likely to experience a reduction in their IBD disease activity. During the eight‑week follow‑up period, they were less likely to experience worsening of their condition.
Read briefingIf successful, it could provide the first objectively verified bedside method to identify cardiac patients at higher risk of pulmonary complications, the statement said.
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