2 h. ago Benin coup thwarted by loyalist troops, president tells nation

Benin’s president has appeared on television to reassure citizens of the West African nation that the situation was now “totally under control” following an attempted coup earlier in the day. “I would like to commend the sense of duty demonstrated by our army and its leaders, who have remained loyal to the nation,” Patrice Talon […] The post Benin coup thwarted by loyalist troops, president tells nation appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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3 h. ago “Ruto is Selling Everything that is Working”: Gachagua Uses Cow Metaphor to Criticize Safaricom Sale

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has sharply criticized President William Ruto for selling off key national assets, including Safaricom, without involving the public. Speaking on Sunday, December 7, 2025, during a church service at Christian Dominion Ministries in Kasarani, Nairobi, Gachagua warned that Kenya is losing vital institutions that have historically driven the economy. He argued that the government’s decision to sell Safaricom shares undervalues one of the country’s most profitable enterprises. “The country is being sold every day. Safaricom has been one of the greatest revenue generators for our country, about Ksh18B to Ksh20B every year. Sasa share moja The post “Ruto is Selling Everything that is Working”: Gachagua Uses Cow Metaphor to Criticize Safaricom Sale appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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3 h. ago Gachagua to ODM: “You Don’t Have to Sit With Me, Sit With Kalonzo”

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has doubled down on his commitment to a united Opposition, vowing that the United Opposition coalition will field a single presidential candidate to challenge President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election. Gachagua made the declaration on Sunday during a church service at Christ Dominion Ministries in Kasarani, Nairobi, where he accused the Kenya Kwanza administration of plotting to divide the Opposition. He maintained that the alleged schemes had collapsed. “I want to assure you that we are steadfast and will remain united in the Opposition. We will liberate this country together,” he said. Claims The post Gachagua to ODM: “You Don’t Have to Sit With Me, Sit With Kalonzo” appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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3 h. ago Ukraine war: Crisis of Kenyans being lured into Russia’s frontline

Ukraine war: Crisis of Kenyans being lured into Russia’s frontline  Daily Nation

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4 h. ago The dark web of Airbnb deaths, dating apps and online messaging in Kenya

The dark web of Airbnb deaths, dating apps and online messaging in Kenya  Daily Nation

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14 h. ago Ulinzi Starlets shoot down Kenya Police in FKF Women Premier League

Ulinzi Starlets shoot down Kenya Police in FKF Women Premier League  Daily Nation

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18 h. ago Why court ordered government to pay sugar investor Sh24 billion in damages

Why court ordered government to pay sugar investor Sh24 billion in damages  Daily Nation

Economics

19 h. ago Benin soldiers announce coup ahead of President Talon’s planned exit from office

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 7 – Soldiers in Benin announced on national television on Sunday that they have seized power and ousted President Patrice Talon. According to the BBC, the military declared the suspension of the constitution and the closure of all land borders and the country’s airspace. Lieutenant-Colonel Tigri Pascal was named head of a […] The post Benin soldiers announce coup ahead of President Talon’s planned exit from office appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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21 h. ago The river that kills: How climate change created Makueni's crocodile crisis

The river that kills: How climate change created Makueni's crocodile crisis  Daily Nation

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27 h. ago KICC and beyond: David Mutiso, the quiet genius who shaped Nairobi

KICC and beyond: David Mutiso, the quiet genius who shaped Nairobi  Daily Nation

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27 h. ago 22m passengers, two runways, new terminal: JKIA’s new expansion plan after Adani fallout

22m passengers, two runways, new terminal: JKIA’s new expansion plan after Adani fallout  Daily Nation

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38 h. ago ‘Please, leave us alone!’: Ida tells off politicians pressing Odinga family on 2027

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 6 – A sombre gathering at the burial of Beryl Odinga turned into a moment of emotional reflection on family, grief and political succession, as Ida Odinga delivered a firm message to political actors seeking to draw the mourning Odinga family into the 2027 alliances. Speaking after moving tributes from family members, […] The post ‘Please, leave us alone!’: Ida tells off politicians pressing Odinga family on 2027 appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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39 h. ago Standard Investment Bank marks 30 years of Kenyan excellence

Standard Investment Bank marks 30 years of Kenyan excellence  Daily Nation

Economics

39 h. ago UDA youth league tells off Gachagua, crowns Kindiki as Mt Kenya kingpin

UDA youth league tells off Gachagua, crowns Kindiki as Mt Kenya kingpin  People Daily

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40 h. ago Kalonzo outlines key steps to transform Kenya into a Singapore‑style nation

Kalonzo outlines key steps to transform Kenya into a Singapore‑style nation  People Daily

Politics

41 h. ago Dr. Joyce Kithure urges African women to lead change at FLAIR Gala in Nairobi

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 6 — Deputy President’s spouse, Dr. Joyce Kithure, has urged African women to continue pushing for recognition and inclusion in efforts to build a stronger and more prosperous continent. Kithure said Africa cannot afford to overlook the contributions of women who play a central role in its development. “Across Africa, women have […] The post Dr. Joyce Kithure urges African women to lead change at FLAIR Gala in Nairobi appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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41 h. ago China, France need to deepen exchanges and mutual understanding: Macron

BEIJING, China, Dec 6 — French President Emmanuel Macron stressed the need to deepen cultural and people-to-people exchanges as well as mutual understanding, to foster cooperation and jointly address global challenges, during his visit to Chengdu, capital of Sichuan province. Macron made the remarks while delivering a speech on Friday at Sichuan University in Chengdu […] The post China, France need to deepen exchanges and mutual understanding: Macron appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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42 h. ago President Ruto revokes Basil Criticos’ appointment as KenTrade Chairperson

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 6 — President William Ruto has revoked the appointment of former Taita Taveta MP Basil Criticos as Chairperson of the Kenya Trade Network Agency (KenTrade), ending his two-year tenure at the helm of the state agency. The decision was announced through a Gazette Notice dated December 5, 2025, which also removed board […] The post President Ruto revokes Basil Criticos’ appointment as KenTrade Chairperson appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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46 h. ago Ruto hails Washington engagement with Trump as watershed moment

President William Ruto described his Washington talks with US President Donald Trump as a watershed moment. The visit secured a historic $1.6bn Kenya–US Health Cooperation Framework boosting healthcare, investment, and security collaboration.

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47 h. ago Commonwealth places Tanzania on probation over rights violations

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 6 — The Commonwealth has issued its strongest rebuke to Tanzania in years, effectively placing the East African nation on probation and subjecting it to a series of mandatory political and human rights reforms. The move, announced Friday in the Concluding Statement of the 71st Commonwealth Ministerial Action Group (CMAG) meeting, marks […] The post Commonwealth places Tanzania on probation over rights violations appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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