Kenya news updates
Here are some recent news updates from Kenya:
Politics
- The Kenyan government has launched a new digital platform to enhance transparency and accountability in the management of public funds. The platform, called the "Public Finance Management System", allows citizens to track government expenditure and revenue in real-time. (Source: The Star)
- The opposition party, ODM, has accused the government of planning to rig the upcoming general elections. The party has called for the resignation of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) chairman, Wafula Chebukati. (Source: Nation Africa)
Economy
- The Kenyan shilling has continued to weaken against major currencies, with the exchange rate reaching a record low of 108.5 against the US dollar. The Central Bank of Kenya has attributed the decline to a surge in demand for foreign currency. (Source: Business Daily Africa)
- The government has launched a new initiative to promote local manufacturing and reduce reliance on imports. The "Buy Kenya Build Kenya" campaign aims to increase local production and consumption of goods and services. (Source: The East African)
Health
- The Kenyan government has launched a new vaccination campaign to combat a surge in measles cases. The campaign aims to vaccinate over 10 million children against measles and other vaccine-preventable diseases. (Source: The Nation)
- The Ministry of Health has announced a new plan to improve healthcare services in rural areas. The plan includes the construction of new health facilities and the recruitment of more healthcare workers. (Source: Capital FM)
Sports
- The Kenyan national football team, Harambee Stars, has qualified for the 2022 Africa Cup of Nations. The team defeated South Sudan 2-1 in a qualifying match to secure a spot in the tournament. (Source: Goal.com)
- The Kenyan athlete, Eliud Kipchoge, has won the 2022 London Marathon. Kipchoge finished the race in a time of 2:04:38, setting a new course record. (Source: BBC Sport)
Other News
- A severe drought has affected several counties in Kenya, with over 2 million people in need of food assistance. The government has launched a relief effort to provide aid to affected communities. (Source: UN News)
- A new wildlife sanctuary has been established in Kenya to protect endangered species. The sanctuary, called the "Ol Pejeta Conservancy", is home to over 100 endangered animals, including rhinos and chimpanzees. (Source: The Guardian)
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