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<title>Kenyan Youth, NCCK Call for Greater Digital Access and Inclusive Governance to Empower Young Innovators</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Kenyan youth and civic leaders have called for greater youth inclusion in governance, affordable digital access, stronger support for innovation and sustainable enterprises. The 4th National Youth Convening, held at Ufungamano House in Nairobi from September 21–25, 2026, highlighted barriers including high internet and device costs, limited digital skills, unreliable power, financial constraints and complex regulations. Delegates also urged responsible technology use, stronger digital literacy, data protection and action against misinformation and disinformation. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 21:32:12 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Ounah Khalayi</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Kenyan Youth Youth Empowerment Youth Inclusion Digital Access Digital Transformation Innovation Artificial Intelligence Good Governance Youth Participation Digital Literacy Entrepreneurship Sustainable Enterprises Youth Livelihoods Civic Participation Data Privacy Misinformation Disinformation Economic Empowerment NCCK National Youth Convening Kenya</media:keywords>
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<title>KDF Officers to Access Affordable Homes Under New 4% Mortgage Scheme</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ More than 50,000 Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) personnel will now access affordable homeownership through a government-backed 4% mortgage scheme following a partnership between the Government of Kenya and KCB Bank. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 21:20:32 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>NCCK Mourns 16 Learners Lost in Utumishi Girls Academy Dormitory Fire, Calls for Accountability</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The National Council of Churches of Kenya (NCCK) has expressed deep sorrow following the tragic death of 16 learners in a dormitory fire at Utumishi Girls Academy. The Council has extended condolences to affected families, called for thorough investigations, and urged authorities to enforce school safety standards to prevent future tragedies. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 21:06:05 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Ounah Khalayi</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>#UtumishiGirlsAcademy #SchoolFire #NCCK #KenyaEducation #SchoolSafety #LearnerSafety #Condolences #EducationNews #KenyaNews #DormitoryFire #StudentSafety #JusticeForLearners</media:keywords>
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<title>Ministry of Energy and Petroleum Launches Construction of 114 Solar Mini&amp;Grids in Underserved Counties</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Ministry of Energy and Petroleum has launched the construction of 114 solar-powered mini-grids under the Kenya Off-Grid Solar Access Project (KOSAP), targeting over 1.5 million people across 14 underserved counties. The initiative aims to expand electricity access, stimulate economic growth, create jobs, and improve public services through clean and sustainable energy solutions. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 10:07:01 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Ounah Khalayi</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>#KOSAP #SolarEnergy #RenewableEnergy #KenyaEnergy #MiniGrids #UniversalElectricity #CleanEnergy #WorldBank #REREC #KPLC #EnergyAccess #SustainableDevelopment #Isiolo #KenyaDevelopment</media:keywords>
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<title>National Council of Churches of Kenya Calls for Integrity, Electoral Accountability, and Urgent Reforms Ahead of 2027 Elections</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The NCCK Central Region has urged stronger anti-corruption enforcement, credible elections, healthcare reforms, and youth accountability ahead of Kenya’s 2027 General Election during a regional consultation forum held in Sagana. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 09:34:27 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Ounah Khalayi</dc:creator>
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<title>KRA Recovers KSh 452.5 Million in Major Cargo Clearance Fraud Syndicate: Cracks Down on Rogue Agents and Staff</title>
<link>https://thetellingtimes.co.ke/kra-recovers-ksh-4525-million-in-major-cargo-clearance-fraud-syndicate-cracks-down-on-rogue-agents-and-staff</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has recovered KSh 452.5 million after uncovering a major scheme involving irregular cargo clearance and revenue accounting irregularities. In response, KRA has suspended the licenses of 21 clearing agents pending investigations and interdicted 6 staff members for violating customs procedures. The crackdown has triggered wider criminal investigations by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), targeting clearing agents, importers, and other parties involved. Additional audits are ongoing to recover any further lost revenue. KRA has reaffirmed its zero-tolerance policy on misconduct and urged importers to use only official payment channels. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 13:32:24 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Ounah Khalayi</dc:creator>
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<title>KRA Marine Unit Boosts Border Security and Revenue Collection on Lake Victoria</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Kenya Revenue Authority’s (KRA) Marine Unit has enhanced border security and sealed key revenue loopholes along Lake Victoria, demonstrating significant progress in combating illicit trade and boosting tax collection in the region. In the Financial Year 2023/2024, the Marine Unit intercepted illicit and uncustomed goods valued at Ksh 3.19 million, recovering Ksh 1.6 million in revenue from the operations. The intercepted items were largely linked to small-scale traders attempting to smuggle goods through unauthorized lake routes. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2025 10:27:39 +0300</pubDate>
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