1 hour ago Kenya on high alert as U.S. considers new immigration restrictions across Africa

Kenya on high alert as U.S. considers new immigration restrictions across Africa  Hiiraan

Politics

1 hour ago “Arrest Him Now”: Civil Society and Lawyers Demand Prosecution of DIG Lagat Over Ojwang’s Death

NAIROBI, Kenya, June 17—Civil society leaders, prominent lawyers and political figures are demanding the immediate arrest and prosecution of Deputy Inspector General of Police Eliud Lagat following the death of teacher and blogger Albert Ojwang while in police custody—calling his decision to “step aside” a hollow gesture. Outrage has grown since Monday when Lagat issued […] The post “Arrest Him Now”: Civil Society and Lawyers Demand Prosecution of DIG Lagat Over Ojwang’s Death appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

Events

1 hour ago Kenyan Academic Helps Shape Global Dialogue on Migration and Culture at Cambridge University

Cambridge, UK, June 17 – Dr Natalya Din-Kariuki, a Kenyan-born scholar, played a pivotal role in Migrant Forms: Creative Futures, a symposium held at Magdalene College, University of Cambridge. The one-day event brought together global artists, academics, writers, and chefs to examine how migration intersects with art and knowledge-making. The symposium also served as a […] The post Kenyan Academic Helps Shape Global Dialogue on Migration and Culture at Cambridge University appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

Culture

2 h. ago Mudavadi tells off global community for undermining African peace strategies

NAIROBI, Kenya, June 16— Foreign Affairs Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has warned the international community against pursuing unilateral approaches to conflict resolution in Africa, cautioning that such efforts risk undermining regional mechanisms dedicated to securing lasting peace—particularly in the Horn of Africa and the Great Lakes region. His remarks come amid heightened tensions between Rwanda […] The post Mudavadi tells off global community for undermining African peace strategies appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

Politics

3 h. ago 41 young Kenyans leaders selected for 2025 Mandela Washington Fellowship

 NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 16- The U.S. Embassy in Nairobi has announced the selection of 41 “outstanding young Kenyan leaders” for the 2025 Mandela Washington Fellowship (MWF), a flagship program of the Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI). The selected fellows will participate in a six-week academic and leadership program at top U.S. universities and leadership institutes […] The post 41 young Kenyans leaders selected for 2025 Mandela Washington Fellowship appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

Politics

3 h. ago (WATCH) Rape arrest at British Army Training Unit Kenya (BATUK) reignites abuse claims from local women

The arrest of a British soldier accused of rape at an army barracks in Nanyuki, Kenya, has put a long-running, and very current, scandal involving mistreatment of local women by members of the forces – even, allegedly, murder and cover ups – back in the spotlight. Kenyan lawmakers began a public inquiry in 2024 about […] The post (WATCH) Rape arrest at British Army Training Unit Kenya (BATUK) reignites abuse claims from local women appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

Events

4 h. ago Interventions Issue 6: Kenya Is Not in Crisis – Kenya Is the Crisis

Interventions Issue 6: Kenya Is Not in Crisis – Kenya Is the Crisis  Tricontinental: Institute for Social Research

Events

4 h. ago Kenya's vaccine manufacturing dream: 1,000 days of delays and broken promises

Kenya's vaccine manufacturing dream: 1,000 days of delays and broken promises  Daily Nation

Sport

4 h. ago Poghisio Warns Ruto: ‘Gen Z Silence Is Not Defeat, They’re Watching and Plotting’

Former Senate Majority Leader Samuel Poghisio has cautioned President William Ruto’s administration against misreading the silence of Kenya’s youth as contentment, warning that a political storm is quietly brewing beneath the surface. Speaking during a televised interview on Monday, June 16, 2025, Poghisio said the Kenya Kwanza government had failed to grasp the gravity of the message delivered by Gen Z protesters during the mass demonstrations of June 2024. Those protests, which forced the government to momentarily backtrack on several unpopular policies, were a wake-up call the administration has chosen to ignore, he said. “Gen Zs may be quiet and The post Poghisio Warns Ruto: ‘Gen Z Silence Is Not Defeat, They’re Watching and Plotting’ appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Events

4 h. ago Wajackoyah Reveals Why He Rejected Land, Cash and CS Post from Kenya Kwanza

Roots Party leader and 2022 presidential candidate George Wajackoyah has claimed that Kenya Kwanza officials recently attempted to entice him into joining the government with grand promises of wealth, power, and land. “Recently, the Ruto group offered me a lot of money. Some governor came to me and offered me to join with the promise of a CS position, and others have been telling me to join them with goodies that we shall send you a helicopter and give you a 150-acre parcel of land around Narok,” he disclosed. Wajackoyah said he firmly rejected the offers, insisting he would only The post Wajackoyah Reveals Why He Rejected Land, Cash and CS Post from Kenya Kwanza appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Politics

4 h. ago ‘Running a Country Is Serious Business’ – Matiang’i Slams Poor Governance

Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i has issued a stern reminder that governing a country is a serious responsibility that demands competence, clear policy direction, and a commitment to public service. Speaking with Kenyans in Texas, Matiang’i voiced concern over what he termed a growing wave of policy confusion and service disruption, particularly in the education sector. He blamed the current situation on poor planning and an apparent lack of focused leadership. “Running a country is not child’s play,” he said. “This is serious business. The learning curve in leadership is long, and the decisions made affect millions of people.” The post ‘Running a Country Is Serious Business’ – Matiang’i Slams Poor Governance appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Politics

4 h. ago Kenya Denies Involvement in Sudan Conflict, Reaffirms Neutral Peace Role

The Kenyan government has firmly denied allegations suggesting its involvement in the ongoing Sudan conflict, emphasizing that it is not supplying arms to either side of the warring factions. Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura issued a strong rebuttal on Monday, dismissing the claims as “false and misleading.” His statement came in response to a recent investigative exposé aired by a local media outlet, which implied Kenya had a covert role in fueling the bloody conflict in Sudan. Mwaura clarified that Kenya’s role in Sudan is entirely diplomatic and geared toward peacebuilding. He said the country remains focused on mediating between the The post Kenya Denies Involvement in Sudan Conflict, Reaffirms Neutral Peace Role appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Events

4 h. ago ‘Eight coaches in four years’: Tough choices won title for Kenya Police

‘Eight coaches in four years’: Tough choices won title for Kenya Police  Daily Nation

Sport

4 h. ago Oscar Sudi’s Sh145m 'empowerment' blitz rattles Ruto allies in Mt Kenya

Oscar Sudi’s Sh145m 'empowerment' blitz rattles Ruto allies in Mt Kenya  Daily Nation

Politics

5 h. ago Embattled Kenya police deputy 'steps aside' after death in custody

Embattled Kenya police deputy 'steps aside' after death in custody  Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS)

Events

11 h. ago ‘Striking’ species feared locally extinct in Kenya seen for first time in decade

‘Striking’ species feared locally extinct in Kenya seen for first time in decade  Miami Herald

Events

11 h. ago Diplomacy in Motion: Kenya and Finland Align for a Changing World

Diplomacy in Motion: Kenya and Finland Align for a Changing World  ZAWYA

Politics

11 h. ago Mum who left husband and 3 kids to live with toyboy in Kenya mud hut admits ‘huge mistake'

Mum who left husband and 3 kids to live with toyboy in Kenya mud hut admits ‘huge mistake'  Daily Express

Politics

12 h. ago Kenya deputy police chief steps aside amid death in custody probe

Kenya deputy police chief steps aside amid death in custody probe  Punch Newspapers

Events

12 h. ago Kenya Airways to spend over KSh 50 billion to buy new planes in fleet expansion plan

Kenya Airways to spend over KSh 50 billion to buy new planes in fleet expansion plan  MSN

Economics