11 h. ago Thika’s Road to City Status: Wamatangi Makes Strong Case in Senate

Thika town is steadily moving closer to city status, with Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi leading the charge in the Senate. The Senate Devolution Committee, chaired by Wajir Senator Abass Mohamed, has already begun hearings on the proposal. During the hearings, Governor Wamatangi described Thika as one of Kenya’s fastest emerging industrial hubs with a thriving manufacturing sector that is still attracting investors. Formerly called the “Birmingham of Africa” due to its good climate, farming fertility, town planning, cultural heritage, and industrial growth, Wamatangi said Thika nows offers tremendous potential for development with available land and its location along the Trans-Africa The post Thika’s Road to City Status: Wamatangi Makes Strong Case in Senate appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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53 h. ago Court nullifies NHIF pending bills committee on data privacy grounds

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 13 — The High Court in Eldoret has declared the establishment of the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) Pending Medical Claims Verification Committee illegal. The court cited multiple constitutional breaches, including violations of patients’ right to privacy under Article 31 of the Constitution. Delivering judgment in Constitutional Petition No. E011 of 2025, […] The post Court nullifies NHIF pending bills committee on data privacy grounds appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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53 h. ago Kenyan farmers use bees, sesame to keep marauding elephants away

Kenyan farmers use bees, sesame to keep marauding elephants away  The Hindu

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59 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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59 h. ago Pavilion Kipkosgei Denies Attacking and Robbing Bella Comedy

Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) Renson Ingonga has charged Bernard Kipkosgei Koyumi, also known as Pavilion Kipkosgei, over the violent robbery and assault of comedian Carren Chepchumba, popularly known as Bella Comedy, during a cultural festival at Carnivore Gardens in Nairobi. Pavilion Kipkosgei appeared before the Kibera Law Courts on Tuesday, August 12, to answer charges of robbery with violence and assault causing actual bodily harm. In a statement issued the same day, the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) said the accused allegedly stole Ksh30,000 in cash and a Redmi 14 Pro smartphone worth Ksh26,000 from Bella The post Pavilion Kipkosgei Denies Attacking and Robbing Bella Comedy appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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59 h. ago Murkomen Warns Public Servants: “Respect the Govt or Get Sacked”

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has warned that no public servant should openly oppose the government, calling such conduct both illegal and unconstitutional. Speaking on Monday during the Jukwaa la Usalama Narok chapter, Murkomen stressed that public officers must respect the administration in power, regardless of their personal political opinions. “Hakuna chief, or Assistant Chief, or a police officer, atapatikana akiongea mambo against the government of the day. Hakuna. It is illegal and unconstitutional,” he said. The Interior CS maintained that political activism and partisan sloganeering have no place in public service. “Tukipata police officer anatusi rais, anaimba slogans za The post Murkomen Warns Public Servants: “Respect the Govt or Get Sacked” appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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3 d. ago US diplomat says Kenya retains prime spot in Africa policy amid unease over Beijing influence

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 12 – The United States has reaffirmed Kenya’s position as its primary partner in Africa, describing Nairobi as central to Washington’s Africa policy. US Embassy Nairobi Chargé d’Affaires Carla Benini said Kenya remains the first point of engagement for many American initiatives on the continent due to shared values in governance, rule […] The post US diplomat says Kenya retains prime spot in Africa policy amid unease over Beijing influence appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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3 d. ago Ugandan woman extradited to Kenya over cannabis trafficking arraigned

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 12 – A Ugandan woman accused of masterminding a high-stakes cannabis trafficking scheme was on Monday arraigned at the JKIA Law Courts, where she was charged with trafficking in narcotic drugs. The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) said Hellen Ikareut, believed to be a key figure in a transnational drug network, was […] The post Ugandan woman extradited to Kenya over cannabis trafficking arraigned appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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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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3 d. ago Lagat: Allegations in Blogger Ojwang’s Death Case Are Baseless

Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Police Eliud Lagat maintains that only the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has the authority to decide whether to charge him over the death of blogger Albert Omondi Ojwang, not the courts. Represented by lawyer Cecil Miller, Lagat argues that forcing the DPP to press charges against him would unlawfully override powers granted by the Constitution and set a dangerous precedent that erodes prosecutorial independence. “The petitioners’ prayer to have this court compel the DPP to prosecute the 11th Respondent is an improper attempt to take over the functions of independent institutions. This court cannot The post Lagat: Allegations in Blogger Ojwang’s Death Case Are Baseless appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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3 d. ago Kenyan farmers use bees and sesame to keep away marauding elephants

Kenyan farmers use bees and sesame to keep away marauding elephants  AP News

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4 d. ago Kenya's "White Elephant" Port Begins to Receive Large Boxships at Last

Kenya's "White Elephant" Port Begins to Receive Large Boxships at Last  The Maritime Executive

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6 d. ago Kenya newspapers review: John Mbadi, Kipchumba Murkomen face jail time over e

Kenya newspapers review: John Mbadi, Kipchumba Murkomen face jail time over e-Citizen charge  MSN

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8 d. ago Tears and outrage in South Africa as accused in pig farm murder walks free

South Africa’s state prosecutor has officially withdrawn charges against one of the farm workers accused of killing two black woman and feeding their bodies to pigs. Adrian de Wet was one of three men facing murder charges after Maria Makgato, 45, and Lucia Ndlovu, 34, were killed while allegedly looking for food on a pig […] The post Tears and outrage in South Africa as accused in pig farm murder walks free appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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8 d. ago Kenya charges two Burundians with illegal possession of elephant tusks

Kenya charges two Burundians with illegal possession of elephant tusks  The EastAfrican

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8 d. ago Magistrate Reprimands Ringtone for Taking Photos of Complainant in Karen Land Case

The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has recalled a police file in a high-profile land fraud case involving gospel singer Alex Apoko, popularly known as Ringtone, and his co-accused, Alfred Juma Ayora. The two are facing charges over an alleged Ksh50 million land scam involving property in Karen said to belong to Teresia Adhiambo. During a court session, the prosecution informed trial magistrate Dolphina Alego that the DPP intends to review the criminal charges against the duo. The prosecution requested one month to complete the review process. Meanwhile, the magistrate reprimanded Ringtone after he was caught taking photos of the The post Magistrate Reprimands Ringtone for Taking Photos of Complainant in Karen Land Case appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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8 d. ago Duo Charged Over Ksh1.1M Blood Kit Theft at Kenyatta Hospital

Two men were on Wednesday charged in a Nairobi court for allegedly stealing blood collection equipment worth over Ksh1.1 million from Kenyatta National Hospital. The suspects, Henry Theuri and Erick Otieno Omedo, are accused of stealing four cartons containing 24 automated blood collection kits and one carton of ordinary blood bags. The items, valued at Ksh1,125,870, are owned by the Nairobi Region Blood Transfusion Centre.. Prosecutors allege that the incident took place on July 29, 2025, within the hospital compound. In addition to the joint theft charges, Omedo faces another charge of dealing in suspected stolen goods. According to the The post Duo Charged Over Ksh1.1M Blood Kit Theft at Kenyatta Hospital appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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9 d. ago Scramble for Siaya Governor’s acting position with DG Oduol saying he’s in charge

KISUMU, Kenya, Aug 6 – Siaya Deputy Governor William Oduol has come out guns blazing affirming that he is the second in command in the absence of his Governor James Orengo. Oduol trained his guns on the County Assembly Speaker George Okode, who is currently representing the Governor in his duties. Okode early this week […] The post Scramble for Siaya Governor’s acting position with DG Oduol saying he’s in charge appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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9 d. ago Malala in Trouble Over Helicopter Stunt That Disrupted National School Games

Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) Deputy Leader Cleophas Malala is staring at criminal charges after allegedly landing a helicopter without clearance at Mumias Sports Complex during the national secondary school games finals. The dramatic landing occurred during halftime of a high-stakes match between Musingu High School and St. Joseph’s Kitale, stunning thousands of students, teachers, education officials, and spectators as the chopper descended onto the pitch mid-event. Western Region Police Commander Issa Muhamoud stated that Malala and the pilot of the helicopter will be charged. They will prosecute them on different charges, including endangering public safety, creating a public nuisance, The post Malala in Trouble Over Helicopter Stunt That Disrupted National School Games appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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9 d. ago Muthama’s Ex Charged With Forgery in Explosive Paternity, Property Dispute

A woman entangled in a high-profile paternity and property dispute with former Machakos Senator Johnson Muthama now faces forgery charges at the Milimani Law Courts. Nina Maria Wanjiku, Muthama’s estranged partner, allegedly forged a birth certificate on January 28, 1998, in Nairobi. According to the prosecution, she created the document – certificate number 300868 – with the intent to deceive, falsely presenting it as an official birth certificate issued by the Civil Registrar in Thika. Wanjiku also faces a second charge of forgery of a document. Detectives allege that she forged the doctored birth certificate at the Nairobi Immigration Office The post Muthama’s Ex Charged With Forgery in Explosive Paternity, Property Dispute appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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