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Shock as Chinese Worker is Found Dead at Talanta Stadium Construction Site
Police are investigating the death of a Chinese worker discovered unresponsive in a toilet block at Nairobi's Talanta Stadium site, the second fatality reported there in recent months.
NTSA Releases County-by-County List of Accredited Driver Health Screening Centres
The National Transport and Safety Authority has published an updated roster of approved medical facilities authorised to conduct mandatory driver fitness tests across Kenya.
Court Halts Gikomba Market Demolition in Nairobi After Legal Challenge
Nairobi's Environment and Land Court orders halt to demolition and eviction notices at Gikomba, Shaurimoyo, and Kamukunji pending hearing on constitutionality of enforcement actions.
The Star Reports 10,000 Jobs Created on the High-Gear Rironi-Mau Summit Highway Project
The Star newspaper states the Rironi-Mau Summit upgrade has created 10,000 direct and indirect jobs and boosted businesses around Limuru, while the government spokesperson's update details progress on the 139km Rironi-Naivasha-Gilgil dual carriageway without specifying employment numbers.
Why Corporate Structure is the Best Route for Kenya National Infrastructure Fund
Dr Benard Chitunga writes that Kenya's planned National Infrastructure Fund should function as a corporate entity to secure operational independence, attract top talent, and shield long-term projects from political interference.
Why Nairobi Water Bills are Set to Rise This Month
Nairobi Water and Sewerage Company raises tariffs 15-30 per cent from this month for five million residents to cover higher costs and fund 180km of new pipelines plus 100km of sewer lines under its five-year expansion plan.
Kenyan Businesses Face Losses as Shippers Ground Vessels Over Middle East War
Major lines Maersk, CMA CGM and MSC have grounded vessels and suspended Suez Canal passages amid the Israel-US-Iran conflict, delaying tea, coffee and avocado exports at Mombasa port while adding surcharges and raising fuel costs.
State Kicks Off Search for Big Contractors to Upgrade JKIA
Kenya's State Department for Aviation invited bids Tuesday from contractors with Sh100 billion liquidity, and East Africa track records for JKIA design-build works that include terminal expansions and a new runway, to finish within three years under full government funding.
Road Safety Body Seeks Cancellation of Licenses Issued Over Past Six Years
Citing 'bogus' licenses and escalating road carnage, the Road Safety Association of Kenya (RSAK) demands the suspension of all driving licenses acquired in the last six years and calls for immediate government action.