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Here are the latest news stories from BBC News Africa related to Kenya:

Top Stories

  1. Kenya's President Uhuru Kenyatta to step down: Kenya's President Uhuru Kenyatta has announced that he will step down as the chairman of the ruling Jubilee Party, paving the way for a new leader to take over.
  2. Kenya's economy grows by 5.5%: Kenya's economy has grown by 5.5% in the first quarter of the year, driven by a surge in agriculture and manufacturing, according to the country's statistics agency.
  3. Kenya's opposition leader Raila Odinga to run for president: Kenya's opposition leader Raila Odinga has announced that he will run for president in the country's 2022 elections, despite being 77 years old.

Regional News

  1. Ethiopia and Kenya agree to end border dispute: Ethiopia and Kenya have agreed to end a long-standing border dispute, with both countries signing a deal to demarcate their shared border.
  2. Sudan and South Sudan agree to normalise relations: Sudan and South Sudan have agreed to normalise their relations, with both countries signing a deal to end a long-standing feud.
  3. Tanzania's President John Magufuli dies: Tanzania's President John Magufuli has died at the age of 61, with the country's vice-president Samia Suluhu Hassan taking over as acting president.

Other News

  1. Kenya's wildlife conservation efforts praised: Kenya's efforts to conserve its wildlife have been praised by conservationists, with the country's national parks and reserves home to a wide range of animals, including lions, elephants, and giraffes.
  2. Kenya's education system faces challenges: Kenya's education system is facing challenges, with many schools struggling to provide adequate facilities and resources, leading to concerns about the quality of education.
  3. Kenya's tourism industry grows: Kenya's tourism industry has grown, with the country attracting a record number of tourists in 2020, driven by its natural beauty, wildlife, and cultural attractions.

These are just a few of the latest news stories from BBC News Africa related to Kenya.