2 h. ago PHOTOS of the New Proposed KSh34 Billion UN Complex in Nairobi

Fresh artist renders have landed for the next phase of the United Nations complex in Gigiri, Nairobi, giving the clearest look yet at how the campus will evolve into a modern, accessible and net-zero conference hub. At the heart of the plan is a new 1,600-seat Assembly Hall flanked by a visitors centre, a media centre and an expanded mix of meeting rooms. The upgrade aims to boost Nairobi’s in-person meeting capacity from about 2,000 to 9,000 participants, a big step up for UNEA, UN-Habitat Assembly and other high-level forums that already call Gigiri home. The renders show low-rise, pavilion-style The post PHOTOS of the New Proposed KSh34 Billion UN Complex in Nairobi appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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7 h. ago Kenya launches Huawei ICT competition to promote digital literacy among youth

Kenya launches Huawei ICT competition to promote digital literacy among youth  Xinhua

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12 h. ago Malala Alleges Sinister Assassination Plot Against Rigathi Gachagua

The Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) has alleged that the government is plotting to abduct former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua when he returns from the United States. In a Thursday, August 14 statement, DCP Deputy Party Leader Cleophas Malala said Deputy President Kithure Kindiki and Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen had issued public threats to arrest Gachagua. Malala further alleged that the party had received credible intelligence pointing to a more sinister plan. “While our Party Leader was abroad forging a path for democratic renewal, the regime was hatching a dangerous and cold-blooded plot. Deputy President Kithure Kindiki and The post Malala Alleges Sinister Assassination Plot Against Rigathi Gachagua appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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12 h. ago Karura Forest Spared as Court Slashes Kiambu Road Expansion Land

The Environment and Land Court in Milimani has delivered a significant win for environmental defenders, ruling that only 0.1233 hectares of Karura Forest can be allocated for the expansion of Kiambu Road – a drastic reduction from the 51.64 acres licensed to the Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) by the Kenya Forest Service (KFS). In its Thursday judgment, the court also annulled two special user licenses previously issued by KFS, citing the lack of public participation in the decision-making process. This landmark ruling follows months of legal wrangling after the Greenbelt Movement filed a petition in December last year, opposing The post Karura Forest Spared as Court Slashes Kiambu Road Expansion Land appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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32 h. ago Kenya's Mental Health Gap Persists As New Plan Seeks Nationwide Access

Kenya's Mental Health Gap Persists As New Plan Seeks Nationwide Access  allAfrica.com

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38 h. ago Exclusive — the US plan to bring Kenyans to SA to process Afrikaner ‘refugees’

Exclusive — the US plan to bring Kenyans to SA to process Afrikaner ‘refugees’  Daily Maverick

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52 h. ago A8 expansion part of Usahihi Expressway plan, not a competing alternative: Everstrong

The firm explained that the Usahihi Expressway is designed as a corridor-wide infrastructure solution, combining a new expressway with targeted upgrades to the current A8 to improve safety, reduce travel time, and stimulate economic growth.

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57 h. ago Now, Nairobi’s JKIA to Undergo Major Expansion, Solidifying Kenya’s Position as a Top Tourism Destination

Now, Nairobi’s JKIA to Undergo Major Expansion, Solidifying Kenya’s Position as a Top Tourism Destination  Travel And Tour World

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60 h. ago KeNHA Rejects Nairobi–Mombasa Expressway Plan After Evaluation Review

The government has defended its decision to reject the proposal report for the Nairobi–Mombasa (Usahihi) Expressway, saying it failed to meet the set evaluation criteria. In a public notice dated August 12, 2025, Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) stated that it had been presented with a Privately Initiated Proposal (PIP) to build, design, finance, operate, maintain, and ultimately transfer the road in a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) framework. The expressway would have run 459 kilometres from Mlolongo in Machakos County to Bonje in Mombasa County. KeNHA had initially granted the proposal conditional approval to advance to the Project Development Phase (PDP). The post KeNHA Rejects Nairobi–Mombasa Expressway Plan After Evaluation Review appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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60 h. ago Hussein Mohammed: Fan Discipline Key to Future of Kenyan Football

Football Kenya Federation (FKF) boss Hussein Mohammed has asked football supporters traveling to the CHAN games at Kasarani Stadium to plan to get there early – at least five hours before the game – so they can avoid last-minute congestion and enjoy a trouble-free match day experience. Addressing the media on Tuesday, 12th August 2025, Mohammed urged fans to plan ahead and avoid falling into the trap of arriving at the stadium at the very last minute. He invited fans to pre-load their tickets on their phone before arriving, which would greatly speed up the checking process when they arrive The post Hussein Mohammed: Fan Discipline Key to Future of Kenyan Football appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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3 d. ago Starlink Faces Subscriber Decline In Kenya Amid Growing Competition And Regulatory Challenges

Starlink Faces Subscriber Decline In Kenya Amid Growing Competition And Regulatory Challenges - Report  Broadcast Media Africa

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3 d. ago CS Chirchir Pushes for ‘User Pay’ Road Charges to Fund Major Highway Projects

The government has urged Parliament to approve a fresh proposal that seeks to introduce a national tolling policy to fund road development through a “user pay charges” strategy. The authorities argue that the move is needed to address budget deficits and offer a long-term means of funding the infrastructure. Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir told the National Assembly’s Departmental Committee on Transport and Infrastructure that when approved, the plan will prioritise major highways for tolling, remit revenue realized to road upkeep, and hold high levels of accountability in managing funds. He said the policy aims to maximise revenue from toll The post CS Chirchir Pushes for ‘User Pay’ Road Charges to Fund Major Highway Projects appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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4 d. ago Kenya turns to AfDB, China Exim for $2b airport expansion after dropping Adani deal

Kenya turns to AfDB, China Exim for $2b airport expansion after dropping Adani deal  Business Insider Africa

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4 d. ago Kenya taps development banks for airport expansion after ditching Adani deal

Kenya taps development banks for airport expansion after ditching Adani deal  Reuters

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4 d. ago Kenya Seeks to Become Africa's Vaccine Hub with New $250 Million Facility and Digital Health Plan

Kenya Seeks to Become Africa's Vaccine Hub with New $250 Million Facility and Digital Health Plan  TechAfrica News

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4 d. ago Kenya: Ruto's Advisor Defends Govt's Plan for Compensating Victims of Protests, Riots

Kenya: Ruto's Advisor Defends Govt's Plan for Compensating Victims of Protests, Riots  allAfrica.com

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7 d. ago President Ruto says initiative to compensate protest victims to unite Kenyans

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 8 – President William Ruto says the formation of an initiative to compensate victims of protests is part of a broader plan to heal the nation and unite citizens. Speaking during the funeral of former Karachuonyo Member of Parliament and gender equality icon Phoebe Asiyo in Homa Bay on Friday, President Ruto […] The post President Ruto says initiative to compensate protest victims to unite Kenyans appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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7 d. ago Netanyahu divides Israelis and allies with plan for new military push in Gaza

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s controversial plans for a new military push in the Gaza Strip have raised warnings from the army leadership, opposition from hostage families and concerns that more Palestinians will be killed. They also risk isolating his country even further. In a meeting of the security cabinet that lasted 10 hours, ministers […] The post Netanyahu divides Israelis and allies with plan for new military push in Gaza appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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7 d. ago Boda Boda Bonanza: Ruto Pledges Cheaper Bikes and Easier Repayment Terms

President William Ruto has vowed to reduce the price of motorbikes by half, an initiative he maintains will empower the common man in Kenya to own a bike and improve their economic status. The President made the pledge during a meeting with bodaboda representatives of each of the sub-counties in the country at State House Nairobi on Thursday, August 7, 2025. The President set out a series of actions to ease motorcycle ownership and further develop the boda boda business. According to the proposed plan, the cost of purchasing a motorcycle will reduce significantly – from Ksh190,000 to Ksh95,000. The The post Boda Boda Bonanza: Ruto Pledges Cheaper Bikes and Easier Repayment Terms appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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7 d. ago “I Haven’t Forgotten You” – Ruto Tells Boda Boda Riders and Mama Mbogas

President William Ruto has strongly refuted claims that his government has abandoned boda boda riders and mama mbogas – a group he has forever been calling the pillars of his bottom-up economic program. Addressing a meeting with national boda boda leaders at State House yesterday, Ruto reiterated the government’s emphasis on addressing welfare issues of ordinary Kenyans at the grassroots level. “There are many people criticizing me, saying I have forgotten boda boda riders and mama mbogas in our plan,” Ruto said in Swahili. “But I want to respond clearly today. Every government policy that this administration has rolled out The post “I Haven’t Forgotten You” – Ruto Tells Boda Boda Riders and Mama Mbogas appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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