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Kenya News Agency Government move to automate tea payments to protect farmers Nairobi Leo Kithure Kindiki Makes Appeal to Uhuru Kenyatta Days after Ruto's Attacks Nairobi Leo Passaris Makes U-Turn on Running for MP, Announces Bid for Third Term K24 Digital Back-to-school shopping: Which supermarkets have the best deals and how to compare prices online K24 Digital Outrage as dad abandons 7-year-old on Mount Fuji with soda and snack while he hikes to the top Kahawa Tungu Ex- High Court Judge Joseph Mbalu Mutava dies - Kahawatungu France 24 Middle East live: Iran allows several Iraqi oil tankers to pass through Hormuz strait France 24 Ebola epidemic in DR Congo is spreading 18 times faster than deadliest outbreak on record France 24 Dozens missing after gold mine collapse in Central African Republic France 24 FIFA sanctions Argentina over brawl at World Cup final game France 24 Ethiopia uncorks a wine boom, Bordeaux vines driving exports and local demand France 24 Turkey accuses Netanyahu of 'genocide', Israeli PM calls Erdogan 'antisemitic dictator' Citizen Digital Dozens of civilians killed, kidnapped as jihadists clash in Nigeria BBC News Father leaves 7-year-old son alone on Mount Fuji to continue hike, reports say Al Jazeera Maresca faces daunting task to succeed Guardiola at Man City Al Jazeera Pakistan’s PTI seeks contempt action over jailed Imran Khan’s hospital move Al Jazeera More than 16,000 doses of Ervebo vaccine arrive in Ebola-hit DR Congo People Daily Kalonzo mourns death of Justice Joseph Mutava Mbalu TUKO "Died at scene": Several killed after road crash involving police vehicle TUKO “Dad is smiling with pride”: Wavinya celebrates son’s Hult graduation TUKO "Who told him": Gachagua claims popular senator was to board Ng'eno's chopper TUKO Greener pastures: 10 European countries where Africans could get visas easily DW News Small German airplane crashes in Croatia, killing 2 K24 Digital Long-distance drivers-NTSA row: Why truckers are spooked over Class CD licence endorsement Citizen Digital Ruto attends women’s church congress in Machakos, says broad-based Gov't will end tribal politics TUKO Double loss: Clip of Paul Ng’eno at his bro’s burial emerges after his own death People Daily Ruto presides over closing ceremony of Women of Faith Congress in Machakos People Daily Kawangware crackdown: Police destroy over 27,000 litres of illicit brew, 2 arrested TUKO Video: US woman with 3 husbands goes viral among African TikTok users France 24 Russian strikes Zelensky's hometown in Ukraine, killing 15 people, wounding 130 France 24 Israeli settlers kill Palestinian teen in the occupied West Bank France 24 TikTok settles children's privacy case with $400 million payment France 24 France's Fontainebleau forest reopens one month after wilfire France 24 Maradona's 'Hand of God' ball in match against England goes for auction France 24 Children among wounded in Zelensky's hometown, struck by Russian drones France 24 The gang boss accused of killing rapper Tupac blames his nephew in murder trial Kenya News Agency Kirinyaga water model goes global Kenya News Agency Police probe shooting of three youths during Governor Nassir’s event Kenya News Agency Energy Committee alarmed over Homa Bay’s low electricity connectivity Kenya News Agency Kamariny stadium at 50 percent complete K24 Digital AFC Leopards set to unveil 2026/27 squad against KCCA FC K24 Digital How to clean plastic school water bottles safely using white vinegar Al Jazeera Former world champion boxer Zolani Tete shot and killed in South Africa Citizen Digital Nurses vow to continue strike, reject court return-to-work orders TUKO For graduates: Equity Bank advertises entry-level jobs, managerial positions Citizen Digital Spurs spending spree vital to raise standards: De Zerbi People Daily Jubilee raises concerns over proposed school hours KBC Digital Wetangula says Ruto re-election will accelerate development in western region K24 Digital ‘It was all scripted’ – Gen Z Mama Mboga says she was never a couple with Dappaman K24 Digital Term 3 preparation: How to set up budget-friendly study desk that boosts focus Al Jazeera Australia bite back as 18 wickets fall on day one of second Bangladesh Test Al Jazeera Iran says new US sanctions violate sovereignty of other states People Daily Maina Njenga makes public comeback after months out of the spotlight People Daily Embu elders reject Nembure meeting that installed Kindiki as Mt Kenya East spokesman KBC Digital Former High Court Judge Justice Mutava Mbalu dies K24 Digital Neville backs Alvarez move as Arsenal seek Champions League breakthrough K24 Digital Kenya Met releases 5-day weather forecast for Sunday, August 23 to Thursday, August 27 Citizen Digital Kindiki intensifies onslaught on Gachagua, says he was a fool to be impeached by "small people" TUKO "Great loss to industry": Tributes pour in for senior KCB official after death People Daily Husband of Kibwezi East MP and former High Court judge Joseph Mutava Mbalu dies France 24 Marseille kick off new Ligue 1 season by thrashing Strasbourg at home BBC News Sydney Marathon medal wrongly features Munich stadium TUKO "May God comfort the family": Kenyans mourn Johana Ng’eno’s brother Paul Al Jazeera Nakashima pounds Fritz, Bejlek beats Keys in Cincinnati upsets Standard Media The fault lines beneath Mulembe's United Opposition Nation Africa BOC Kenya raises interim dividend despite 40pc profit dip K24 Digital Massive traffic builds up on Thika Road after truck breaks down near Bluepost K24 Digital Brentford vs Tottenham Hotspur: Match preview and  key stats Citizen Digital Late Emurua Dikirr MP Johanna Ng’eno’s brother, Paul, dies Nation Africa Hassan Omar Mombasa governor bid exposes cracks in UDA, ODM Coast pact Nation Africa Explainer: Who are the candidates running for UN secretary-general? Nation Africa Turning Kenya’s beef and fisheries into engines of industrial growth Nation Africa The rebirth of Ngugi wa Thiong’o’s liberated zone Nation Africa ‘Things Fall Apart’, Gachagua, Kindiki and Mount Kenya battle Nation Africa Former High Court Judge Joseph Mutava Mbalu dies Citizen Digital LA28 Olympic ticket sales top 6 million; next public sale set for 2027 People Daily Education shake-up: MPs invite Kenyans to have their say on new tertiary funding, placement Bills Nairobi Leo Rigathi Gachagua Mourns Johana Ng'eno's Brother Nairobi Leo MP in Mourning After Husband's Sudden Death Kahawa Tungu D'Angelo Net Worth - Kahawatungu Kahawa Tungu Bodaboda Riders Petition Parliament to Probe Mogo Auto - Kahawatungu Kahawa Tungu How to Check Blood Pressure at Home - Kahawatungu Kahawa Tungu How to Check Body Temperature of an Infant at Home - Kahawatungu Kahawa Tungu How to Check If an Infant Is Teething - Kahawatungu Kahawa Tungu Homicide team joins probe and search at Samburu helicopter crash site - Kahawatungu Kahawa Tungu How to Check If an Infant Is Sick at Home - Kahawatungu Kahawa Tungu How to Check If an Infant Is Hungry - Kahawatungu Kenya News Agency Mombasa County rolls out interest-free loans for small scale traders Kenya News Agency APN greater than college masterclass graduates its second cohort Kenya News Agency Government to connect all villages to the grid KBC Digital NACADA seizes over 27,000 litres of illicit alcohol in Nairobi, Nyakach KBC Digital Government steps up efforts to improve maternal, newborn health France 24 South Korea ship to test alternative Arctic route as Mideast conflict disrupts shipping BBC News 'Multiple' deaths after Teesside collision between police vehicle and car Al Jazeera Panama Canal to reduce shipping as ‘extreme’ El Nino approaches Al Jazeera How will Trump’s tariffs affect Canada’s economy? TUKO Tragic loss: Justice Joseph Mbalu Mutava dies after sudden illness People Daily Gachagua mourns with Johanna Ngeno family following death of late MP’s brother TUKO Blow for Trump: US court overturns visa ban targeting over 30 African nations K24 Digital Mzungu Mjanjez reveals how her baby daddy inspired her Arsenal content Business Daily M-Pesa Trail Pivotal as Kenyan Court Orders Sh995K Refund in Friendship Loan Row TUKO Khalwale’s house, Nyamu’s leaked chats: 5 top stories you might have missed Citizen Digital Former High Court Judge Joseph Mbalu Mutava dies France 24 South Korea to send first container ship through Arctic route People Daily We don’t need to be rich — David Ndii hits back at critics of Ruto’s healthcare plans People Daily Gachagua returns to Embu as he finalizes engagements ahead of US diaspora visit Al Jazeera Somalia child hunger crisis deepens after aid cuts, UNICEF says Al Jazeera World Bank projects war-hit Lebanon’s economy to contract by 6.4 percent Al Jazeera ‘Young generations just want to leave’: Libya, 15 years after Tripoli fell Al Jazeera MLS Disciplines Global Icon Lionel Messi with Undisclosed Fine for On-Field Misconduct TUKO Gachagua Offers Solace to Mother After Second Son's Death in Six Months K24 Digital Hull City vs Manchester United: Match preview, team news and prediction Citizen Digital Kabete Mourns Man Fatally Attacked by Roaming Pack of Stray Dogs, Community Demands Urgent Action Citizen Digital Ukrainian Football Giants Shakhtar Donetsk Find Champions League Home at Chelsea's Stamford Bridge Citizen Digital US-Canada Trade Relations Sour as New 50% Tariffs Take Effect After Failed Talks TUKO Nairobi Mother's Viral Reply to Daughter's Oxford Dream Highlights KSh 37 Million Reality Nairobi Leo Mombasa Governor's Bodyguard Accused of Firing Weapon, Injuring One During Public Gathering Kahawa Tungu The Unseen Hand of Radio Royalty: Fred Norris's $22 Million Fortune Unpacked Kahawa Tungu Donell Jones: Unpacking the R&B Crooner's $500,000 Fortune and Enduring Musical Impact Kahawa Tungu Lisa “Left Eye” Lopes Net Worth - Kahawatungu Kahawa Tungu The Enduring Legacy of Big Pun: A Hip-Hop Icon's Tragic Ascent and $3 Million Fortune Kahawa Tungu The Enduring Beat: J Holiday's $1.5 Million Journey Through R&B's Evolving Landscape K24 Digital Kiambu Court Halts TSC Bid to Restrict Teachers' Social Media, Citing Constitutional Concerns TUKO Kenya's Universities Fund Opens 2026/2027 Scholarship Portal for First-Time Students TUKO Kenyan TikToker Sheryl Gabriella Navigates Financial Tumult After Losing Major Brand Deals in 2026 TUKO Murkomen Challenges Opposition Over Homa Bay Violence, Dismisses 'Goonism' as National Crisis BBC News Could these alternative homes be the future in a hotter Britain? K24 Digital Talanta vs Amahoro: Why Rwanda’s stadium has a slight edge over Kenya’s premier facility K24 Digital Kenya Braces for Varied Weather on August 22, 2026: From Chilly Highlands to Scorching North K24 Digital El Niño rains: Counties along Kenya’s rivers facing rising flood risk TUKO World Bank Blacklists Kenyan eCitizen Manager for Five Years Citing Fraud and Obstruction BBC News As they return to the UK, Harry and Meghan search for a brand that sticks People Daily From party name to political brand: Why Sifuna may have already won the Linda Mwananchi fight Citizen Digital 'Filled with cobwebs': Muragara residents decry insecurity as police post lies dormant for 8 years Citizen Digital 200 golfers set for NCBA Golf Series in Nyali DW News Panama Canal to cap ship transits due to El Nino drought KBC Digital Farouk Kibet backs Wetang’ula to succeed Ruto in 2032 Nairobi Leo Johana Ng'eno's Brother Dies Hours After Gachagua Offers to Help Him Nairobi Leo Kenya Met Predicts Showers, Sunny Conditions in Counties This Saturday Kahawa Tungu John Melendez Net Worth - Kahawatungu People Daily Wafula Buke urges Linda Mwananchi to return to Homa Bay after chaotic rally KBC Digital Russian strikes on Ukraine kill two, officials say, a day after deadly attack on mall KBC Digital TikTok to pay $400m to US in one of largest child privacy settlements TUKO Video: Khalwale sends mourners away as he, his sons fill wife's grave with soil TUKO KSh 4k monthly: Starlink explains process to get new high-speed internet TUKO 195 Mbps internet: Ruto’s jet returns with impressive upgrades after year abroad Nation Africa Kenyan arrested in Zanzibar over illegal tour operations Nation Africa Gachagua: Only Scotland Yard and FBI can be trusted to probe MP Johana Ng'eno's death, not DCI Nation Africa Kindiki: How can a Deputy President be chased away by the whole country? Can't be me Nation Africa Redsan talks about his music and what to expect during Redsdan@30 Nation Africa Popular Ohangla musician Emma Jalamo begins Nyanza tour Nation Africa When it's painfully tight: Living with vaginismus and how to treat it Nation Africa US judge reinstates visas for 75 nations banned by Trump Nation Africa Murkomen breaks silence on Homa Bay violence, blames opposition for ignoring police intelligence France 24 Russian strikes in Ukraine kill at least two people, injure several others Al Jazeera ‘It was a tsunami’: Floods leave death trail in India’s Assam Al Jazeera China’s new moon mission could unlock secret of lunar ice: Why that matters KBC Digital Canada says it will match US tariffs ‘dollar for dollar’ as trade talks break down K24 Digital School reopening: Term 3 closing date, national exams and holiday dates parents should know K24 Digital Cricket: Kenya to host Super 90 League for three consecutive seasons K24 Digital GTA 6 leaks: Everything to know about the world’s most anticipated game TUKO Another loss: Johanna Ng'eno's brother dies hours after Gachagua promise Citizen Digital World Bank sanctions eCitizen director James Ayugi and his company TUKO "Nilienda kwa wakili": DeMathew's wife accuses family of exploiting his name Citizen Digital Argentina's Paredes suspended for 10 games for World Cup fight TUKO "Karibu dad": Kenyan man welcomes father in Australia after years of convincing TUKO Slight pressure on KSh: Kenya's forex reserves decline for 3rd consecutive week Kahawa Tungu TikTok to pay $400m to US in one of largest child privacy settlements - Kahawatungu Kahawa Tungu Canada says it will match US tariffs 'dollar for dollar' as trade talks break down - Kahawatungu Kahawa Tungu Tupac murder accused told police in 2008 his nephew fired fatal shots - Kahawatungu Kahawa Tungu Murkomen says Kenya does not have a goons crisis - Kahawatungu Kahawa Tungu Two children die after suspected aflatoxin poisoning in Kitui - Kahawatungu Kahawa Tungu From garbage mountain to green haven: How Arati gave Kisii’s ugliest dump site a new life - Kahawatungu Kahawa Tungu Machogu’s political gamble: The Perilous road back in the big, elusive hunt for Kisii Governor’s seat - Kahawatungu Kahawa Tungu Governor Nyaribo promises to deliver his manifesto by April 2027 - Kahawatungu Citizen Digital Teacher accused of sodomising pupil, infecting him with STI, arrested People Daily DIG Lagat: No evidence linking police to goonism France 24 Carney says Canada will match US tariffs 'dollar for dollar' after failed trade negotiations Al Jazeera Nigeria and the Sahel: A growing security divide Al Jazeera Palestinian teen shot and killed in West Bank attack, UN responds Al Jazeera Inundated Philippine communities seek answers over flood control funds Citizen Digital OPINION: Homa Bay’s dusty roads are not a failure of the Luo community K24 Digital Wavinya Ndeti shares proud moment as son earns master’s degree with distinction K24 Digital Kihumbuini Stadium: Sakaja bets on Ksh277M project to nurture talent in Kangemi, Kawangware and Westlands Business Daily Ruth Ngei, 55, keeps growing muscle, defying the science of ageing TUKO "She's left 4 kids": Family of late senior KCB Bank official Rosemary speaks Standard Media Let the games begin: Inside IEBC's 2027 election calendar Al Jazeera US imposes 50 percent tariffs on $20bn in Canadian goods after talks fail Al Jazeera At least 13 Tunisians missing as migrant boat headed for Italy capsizes TUKO "More savings": Safaricom waives Pochi fees for transactions up to KSh 200 TUKO Sifuna allays supporters' concerns of new political party as IEBC deadline looms People Daily Mavoko MP Patrick Makau vows to stand with Sifuna in 2027 presidential bid People Daily Johanna Ngeno’s brother dies shortly after their mother appeals to Gachagua for help Citizen Digital Iraola wants to sign wingers to boost Liverpool's attacking options K24 Digital Term 3 is only nine weeks: Exam preparation tips for KPSEA, KJSEA and KCSE candidates K24 Digital Lampard calls on Coventry to use Arsenal loss as Premier League lesson Nairobi Leo Eric Mugaa Murithi: Kenya’s Youngest CS Putting Water Engineers to Task TUKO "Of course I'm scared": Jill Biden talks about ex-US leader Joe's cancer battle People Daily Mijungu accuses Matiang’i of hypocrisy over condemnation of goonism and extrajudicial killings
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Ebola epidemic in DR Congo is spreading 18 times faster than deadliest outbreak on record

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Ebola epidemic in DR Congo is spreading 18 times faster than deadliest outbreak on record
Health · The Horizon Wire

More than 2,500 people have already died in the Ebola epidemic currently gripping the Democratic Republic of Congo. The UN coordinator for the outbreak has warned that the virus is spreading exponentially – adding that an existing pool of funds is set to run out within weeks. Details by Catherine Viette.

Reporting originally appeared via France 24. Read the full source for additional context.