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- 1Nearly a million Kenyan households face food insecurity as El Niño nears●Nearly a million Kenyan households face food insecurity as El Niño approaches
United Nations agencies warn that close to one million households in Kenya are facing food insecurity as an El Niño weather event approaches the region. The warning highlights fears that heavy rains and flooding could destroy crops and worsen hunger in a country already dealing with drought. Aid organisations are being urged to prepare for a worsening humanitarian situation in the coming months.
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The U.S. Embassy in Kenya has issued an advisory following a cyber breach in the country, urging caution among citizens and organizations potentially affected. Details about the breach, including who was targeted and the scale of the incident, have not been fully disclosed, but the embassy's involvement has drawn attention to growing cybersecurity concerns in Kenya.
- 3Kenya mortgage loans rise to Ksh307 billion●CBK: Mortgage loans hit Ksh307B as average borrowing rises to Ksh10M
The Central Bank of Kenya reports that mortgage loans have reached Ksh307 billion, with the average mortgage rising to about Ksh10 million. The figures point to continued growth in Kenya's housing finance market, but also highlight affordability pressures as borrowing sizes climb, a topic drawing attention from homebuyers, lenders and property analysts.
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The ICC Tri-Series is being played in Kenya, with attention on the grounds hosting the matches. Cricket coverage in the region is focused on the venues, team preparations, and conditions at the Kenyan grounds as the tri-nation tournament progresses. Details on participating teams and results remain limited.