3 h. ago Babu Owino seeks law to clear reformed offenders’ criminal records in draft bill

NAIROBI, Kenya Aug 14 – Embakasi East Member of Parliamebt Babu Owino has tabled a legislative proposal seeking to allow certain criminal records to be expunged once offenders have served their sentences, a move he says will give reformed Kenyans a fair shot at employment and reintegration into society. Appearing before the National Assembly’s Justice […] The post Babu Owino seeks law to clear reformed offenders’ criminal records in draft bill appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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7 h. ago EACC arrests Kibra police officer who demanded Sh4,000 bribe to arrest defilement suspect

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 14 — Detectives from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) have arrested a police officer attached to Sarangombe Police Post on allegations of soliciting and receiving a bribe in connection with a defilement case. According to the anti-graft agency, Police Constable Philip Ochieng Adongo allegedly demanded Sh4,000 from a complainant as an […] The post EACC arrests Kibra police officer who demanded Sh4,000 bribe to arrest defilement suspect appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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11 h. ago Wamuchomba locked out of Parliament for 20 days after walking out on Murkomen

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 14 — House Speaker Moses Wetangula has handed Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba a 20-day suspension after she walked out of the chamber as Transport Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen responded to a supplementary question she had posed. The Speaker termed her actions disrespectful to the House, even as Wamuchomba insisted the punishment would […] The post Wamuchomba locked out of Parliament for 20 days after walking out on Murkomen appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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14 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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14 h. ago Ruto’s KNCHR Nominee Duncan Ojwang’ Withdraws Days Before Vetting

President William Ruto’s pick for Chairperson of the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR), Duncan Oburu Ojwang’, has declined the appointment, just days after his nomination reached Parliament for vetting. In a formal letter to National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, Ojwang’ cited personal reasons and a potential conflict of interest for stepping down. His decision has forced the Justice and Legal Affairs Committee to suspend its scheduled vetting, with the appointing authority now tasked with finding a new nominee for the influential human rights watchdog. Addressing legislators on Tuesday, Speaker Wetang’ula confirmed he had received Ojwang’s withdrawal letter. He The post Ruto’s KNCHR Nominee Duncan Ojwang’ Withdraws Days Before Vetting appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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28 h. ago EACC seeks recovery of Sh15mn from Laikipia Speaker Labaala over forged KCSE papers

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 12 – The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) on Tuesday raided the residence and offices of Laikipia County Assembly Speaker Lantano Labaala over allegations of forging academic certificates to secure his position. According to the commission, preliminary investigations indicate that Labaala allegedly used a falsified Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) to […] The post EACC seeks recovery of Sh15mn from Laikipia Speaker Labaala over forged KCSE papers appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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38 h. ago SocialBoosting TikTok Followers: Are They Worth It for Growing Accounts?

The TikTok growth landscape in 2025 presents unprecedented challenges for content creators seeking to build meaningful audiences. With over 1.8 billion active users and millions of videos uploaded daily, standing out from the crowd requires strategic thinking beyond just creating great content. This reality has led many creators to explore whether SocialBoosting TikTok followers represent a worthwhile investment for accelerating account growth, or if the risks outweigh the potential benefits. The Economics of TikTok Growth Building a substantial TikTok following organically can take months or even years, depending on your niche, content quality, and posting consistency. For creators looking to The post SocialBoosting TikTok Followers: Are They Worth It for Growing Accounts? appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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53 h. ago Kindiki says govt unmoved by ‘sectarian’ push to restore targeted ID vetting

Kindiki said the directive by President William Ruto to ease the vetting process remains in force, noting it seeks to eliminate past practices that unfairly targeted certain communities.

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61 h. ago Kenya seeks $4bln to extend railway, in talks with Etihad Rail

Kenya seeks $4bln to extend railway, in talks with Etihad Rail - report  ZAWYA

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62 h. 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 CS Oparanya urges farmers to utilize reforms on modernisation of coffee farming

NAKURU, Kenya, Aug 11 – Cooperatives and MSMEs Development Cabinet Secretary, Wycliffe Oparanya has urged farmers to take advantage of the ongoing reforms and programmes that seek to modernise coffee farming and make it more rewarding. The CS pledged full government backing for efforts to revitalise the once vibrant sector with an ambitious target of […] The post CS Oparanya urges farmers to utilize reforms on modernisation of coffee farming appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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3 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 Wetang’ula tells ODM MPs to fall in line after Raila backs Ruto re

BUSIA, Kenya Aug 10 – Speaker of the National Assembly Moses Wetangula has called on undecided ODM leaders to rally behind President William Ruto second-term bid. He told christian faithfuls at the Harvest Center Fellowship Church, that former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has already pledged to back President William Ruto beyond 2027. “ODM leaders who […] The post Wetang’ula tells ODM MPs to fall in line after Raila backs Ruto re-election bid appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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4 d. ago From scandal to silence: The forgotten grave of happy valley’s most infamous woman

From scandal to silence: The forgotten grave of happy valley’s most infamous woman  Daily Nation

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6 d. ago Kenya Seeks Morocco’s Cybercrime Expertise to Bolster Security

Kenya Seeks Morocco’s Cybercrime Expertise to Bolster Security  Morocco World News

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6 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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6 d. ago AndBeyond Opens New Safari Lodge on Conservancy in Kenya's Laikipia Region

AndBeyond Opens New Safari Lodge on Conservancy in Kenya's Laikipia Region  TravelAge West

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7 d. ago DPP opposes bid by Anglo Leasing accused to have defence heard by acquitting magistrate

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 7 – The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has opposed an application by accused persons linked to the Anglo Leasing scandal seeking to have their defence heard by the trial magistrate who had earlier acquitted them. The accused, through their defence team, requested the Milimani Chief Magistrate’s Court to transfer the case […] The post DPP opposes bid by Anglo Leasing accused to have defence heard by acquitting magistrate appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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7 d. ago Govt to Sell KPC Shares as CS Mbadi Eyes Ksh100 Billion Privatisation Windfall

The National Treasury aims to collect around Ksh100 billion from the sale of Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) shares through an Initial Public Offering (IPO) at the Nairobi Securities Exchange. The proceeds will help fund key development projects and reduce Kenya’s reliance on borrowing. A Sessional Paper tabled in Parliament on May 5, 2025, outlines the proposed KPC privatisation, which the Treasury says is critical to financing the 2025/26 national budget. Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi told MPs the IPO will support public service delivery, infrastructure development, and long-term economic goals. He noted that the proposed privatisation balances economic empowerment, national The post Govt to Sell KPC Shares as CS Mbadi Eyes Ksh100 Billion Privatisation Windfall appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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8 d. ago Kenya Tea Development Agency seeks solar PV bids from developers

Kenya Tea Development Agency seeks solar PV bids from developers  African Energy

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