27 h. ago China’s data regulator promises accelerated digital infrastructure reforms

China has become the world's largest holder of artificial intelligence patents, owning about 60 percent of the global total, and has achieved breakthroughs in core technologies including chips, homegrown operating systems and humanoid robots.

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29 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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29 h. ago Nairobi to Make History Hosting First DaVinci International Film Africa Festival

Tourism and Wildlife Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Maino has said that Nairobi will be the host city for the first DaVinci International Film Africa Festival in 2026, a feat that will place Kenya’s cultural and creative economies on the global platform. Speaking on Thursday, August 14, 2025, at the opening of DaVinci FilmAfrica in Nairobi, Maino described the event as a vibrant celebration of film, music, art, and culture. She noted that not only will the festival unify people from all walks of life but that it will also drive economic development and firmly position Kenyan talent on the international stage. The post Nairobi to Make History Hosting First DaVinci International Film Africa Festival appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Culture

29 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 Homa Bay’s Big Leap: Governor Wanga Credits Ruto for Historic Development Boom

Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga praised President William Ruto’s Kenya Kwanza regime for scaling up development of the county’s infrastructure. Speaking on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, during the ongoing Devolution Conference, Governor Wanga credited the progress to a strong national–county relationship. She referred to the establishment of a broad-based government as a milestone that ushered in revolutionary programs in the region. She emphasized that the collaboration flourished despite Homa Bay not voting for Ruto in the past General Election. “I want to thank you for your partnership in transforming Homa Bay to make it worthy of hosting this conference. When The post Homa Bay’s Big Leap: Governor Wanga Credits Ruto for Historic Development Boom appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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53 h. ago “We Want Ksh16M Too”: Kingi’s Humorous Appeal to Ruto After Senators Thrash Governors 5 Nil

There was a moment of humor at the Devolution Conference in Homa Bay when Senate Speaker Amason Kingi playfully dared President William Ruto to reward senators for their recent football victory over governors. Senator Kingi proposed that senators be rewarded for having defeated governors 5–0, just as the President had previously rewarded national team Harambee Stars for its victory against Morocco, Angola, and Congo. Addressing the conference on Wednesday, 13 August 2025, Kingi argued that the Senate’s Bunge FC squad, which also deserved the sort of accolades given to the Harambee Stars. “In keeping with your generosity, Mr President, that The post “We Want Ksh16M Too”: Kingi’s Humorous Appeal to Ruto After Senators Thrash Governors 5 Nil appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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68 h. ago Kenya's Ruto on Trump's Radar as US Probes China, RSF Links | Firstpost Africa | N18G

Kenya's Ruto on Trump's Radar as US Probes China, RSF Links | Firstpost Africa | N18G  Firstpost

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3 d. ago Dozens killed in attack on Sudan camp for people who had fled war

At least 40 people have been killed in an attack on a camp for displaced people in Sudan’s western Darfur region, according to an aid group that works there. The Abu Shouk Emergency Response Room said Monday’s assault was carried out by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The resistance committee in nearby el-Fasher city, made […] The post Dozens killed in attack on Sudan camp for people who had fled war appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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3 d. ago Senator Hezena Wins Court Protection Against Estranged Boyfriend

Nominated Senator Hezena Lemaletian has obtained temporary court orders protecting her from her estranged boyfriend, Musa Hussein Lenyumpa, banning him from contacting or harassing her in any way. In his ruling, Magistrate Festus Terer prohibited Musa from assaulting, threatening, harassing, or interfering with the senator’s well-being. The court also barred him from using her name, image, or likeness for personal or commercial gain, publishing any information about her, or accessing her home or workplace until further orders are given. Represented by lawyer Danstan Omari, the ODM-nominated Senator told the court that their relationship was limited to a Samburu customary courtship, The post Senator Hezena Wins Court Protection Against Estranged Boyfriend appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Events

4 d. ago China extends tariff suspension on US goods in reciprocal move

BEIJING, China, Aug 12 – China will continue to suspend 24 percentage points of additional duty rate on imports from the United States within 90 days starting from 12:01 pm Tuesday, while retaining the remaining additional tariffs of 10 percent on those articles, according to an announcement from the Customs Tariff Commission of the State […] The post China extends tariff suspension on US goods in reciprocal move appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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4 d. ago ‘Any attempt to occupy Gaza must be firmly opposed’: China tells UNSC

NEW YORK, United States, Aug 12 — China has joined the voices of United Nations leaders and most UN Security Council nations, urging the international community to take all necessary actions before a greater disaster unfolds in Palestine, given the urgency at hand. Fu Cong, China’s permanent representative to the UN, said: “Any attempt to […] The post ‘Any attempt to occupy Gaza must be firmly opposed’: China tells UNSC appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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4 d. ago China’s Foshan city winning battle against chikungunya fever

BEIJING, China, Aug 11 — The city of Foshan in Guangdong province is winning the battle against chikungunya fever, with more than 90 percent of patients there having been cured and discharged from hospitals, and the number of new cases witnessing a significant reduction over the weekend. Among the recovered patients, the oldest is 95 […] The post China’s Foshan city winning battle against chikungunya fever appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

Events

4 d. ago CHAN 2024: Kenya’s footballers to be paid bonuses for CHAN wins

CHAN 2024: Kenya’s footballers to be paid bonuses for CHAN wins  Sportstar

Sport

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

Transport

5 d. ago Capital FM, China Daily Africa Ink Content Partnership to Expand Global Coverage

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 11 — Capital FM has signed a content-sharing partnership with China Daily, aimed at broadening the scope of news and feature stories available to Kenyan audiences. The agreement, signed in Nairobi by Capital FM Managing Director Mr Symon Bargurei and China Daily Africa Bureau Director Mr Wang Xiaodong, will see Capital FM republish articles from the China Daily newspaper […] The post Capital FM, China Daily Africa Ink Content Partnership to Expand Global Coverage appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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5 d. ago Web System To Curb Corruption Takes The Day at YSK’s 8th National STEM Exhibition

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 11 – Two students from Nova Pioneer Boys High School Eldoret, Kon Lual Ajok and Ian Mwadiloh have emerged as the overall winners of the 8th Young Scientists Kenya (YSK) National Science and Technology Exhibition. Their blockchain-powered project, Afronomy Chain, is a web system that enables real-time tracking of public funds from […] The post Web System To Curb Corruption Takes The Day at YSK’s 8th National STEM Exhibition appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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5 d. ago When love ends, proof begins: Hard lessons from Kenya’s matrimonial property battles

When love ends, proof begins: Hard lessons from Kenya’s matrimonial property battles  Daily Nation

Events

5 d. ago Song, dance as Kenyans celebrate Harambee Stars after historic win over Morocco

Song, dance as Kenyans celebrate Harambee Stars after historic win over Morocco  MSN

Culture

5 d. ago Impressive Kenya close in on knockout stages of African Nations Championship after Group A win against Morocco

Impressive Kenya close in on knockout stages of African Nations Championship after Group A win against Morocco  Flashscore.com

Sport

5 d. ago India Raises Concerns Over China’s Mega Dam on Brahmaputra Headwaters

NEW DELHI, India Aug 10 – The Indian government has expressed concern over reports that China has begun constructing a mega dam on the lower reaches of the Yarlung Tsangpo in Tibet, which forms the upper course of the Brahmaputra River. Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh told the Rajya Sabha on […] The post India Raises Concerns Over China’s Mega Dam on Brahmaputra Headwaters appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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