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Author: kenyans.co.kePublished on: September 30, 2026Country: Kenya

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On September 30, 2026, several events took place in Kenya. CBK approved 29 new digital lenders to curb unregulated lenders. IEBC set October 30 as the deadline for accreditation of observers and media for the Migwani Ward by-election. Kenya Railways is upgrading the Nairobi railway network with new stations at Talanta and Laini Saba. EACC investigator Christine Ombaka received a global award for her anti-corruption work. The SRC suspended new salaries and benefits for some county officials due to rising wage bills.

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