16 h. ago Ruto names former IEBC Returning Officer John Lorionokou as Parties Registrar

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 15 – President William Ruto has nominated John Cox Lorionokou as the new Registrar of Political Parties, replacing Ann Nderitu whose tenure has ended. State House said it had forwarded Lorionokou’s nomination, made on the recommendation of the Public Service Commission, to the National Assembly for vetting and approval in accordance with […] The post Ruto names former IEBC Returning Officer John Lorionokou as Parties Registrar appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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20 h. ago MoD mulls increased KDF presence on Kenya–Ethiopia border to counter cross

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 15 — The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) is considering increasing troop deployment along the Kenya–Ethiopia border to curb insecurity in the volatile Todonyang area of Turkana County. In a statement on Thursday, the Ministry of Defence said Cabinet Secretary Soipan Tuya met Turkana North MP Ekwom Nabuim at Defence Headquarters to discuss […] The post MoD mulls increased KDF presence on Kenya–Ethiopia border to counter cross-border attacks appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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26 h. ago MPs to Grill Auditor General Gathungu over Compromised Audit Reports

MPs have summoned Auditor General Nancy Gathungu to account for what they term a troubling drop in the quality of audit reports from her office. Their action follows allegations that some officers in the audit office are colluding with leaders of state agencies to sanitise questionable financial records. During a joint sitting of the Public Investment Committee on Governance and the Education Committee on Wednesday, lawmakers voiced alarm over audits that seem to ignore glaring irregularities, forcing committees to uncover the breaches on their own. Bumula MP Wanami Wamboka, who chairs the committee, accused the audit office of watering down The post MPs to Grill Auditor General Gathungu over Compromised Audit Reports appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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35 h. ago Public Health PS Mary Muthoni Leads Kenya Delegation to COMESA Health Ministers Meeting in Lusaka

LUSAKA, Zambia Aug 14 – Public Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni is leading a Ministry of Health delegation to Lusaka, Zambia, for the Second Meeting of COMESA Ministers of Health, which opened on Thursday with a call for joint action to boost Africa’s capacity to produce essential health products. The two-day conference brings together health […] The post Public Health PS Mary Muthoni Leads Kenya Delegation to COMESA Health Ministers Meeting in Lusaka appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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42 h. ago South Sudan denies deal with Israel to resettle Palestinians from Gaza

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 14 — South Sudan has dismissed reports that it is in discussions with Israel to resettle Palestinians from the war-torn Gaza Strip in the East African nation. In a statement issued Wednesday, South Sudan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation described the claims as “baseless” and inconsistent with the country’s official […] The post South Sudan denies deal with Israel to resettle Palestinians from Gaza appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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43 h. ago MPs committee summons Auditor General over poor quality of reports

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 14 – Auditor General Nancy Gathungu has been summoned to appear before Parliament over what lawmakers described as poor quality audit reports that allegedly shield errant State agencies from scrutiny. Members of the National Assembly’s Public Investment Committee (PIC) on Education and Governance yesterday accused officials from her office of colluding with […] The post MPs committee summons Auditor General over poor quality of reports appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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47 h. ago KENYA ARMY FORMATION AND CORPS COMMANDERS PERFORMANCE CONTRACT SIGNING

KENYA ARMY FORMATION AND CORPS COMMANDERS PERFORMANCE CONTRACT SIGNING  Ministry of Defence – Kenya

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50 h. ago British Army Unit in Kenya Risks Being Declared Hostile Witnesses

The National Assembly Defence Committee has warned that senior officials from the British Army Training Unit Kenya (BATUK) will have to be declared hostile witnesses after they skipped a scheduled appearance in Parliament to respond to questions over alleged crimes committed by their soldiers in the country. The Defence Committee had summoned BATUK representatives alongside Defence Cabinet Secretary Soipan Tuya. However, only Tuya and her principal secretary, Patrick Mariru, attended the session. CS Tuya told lawmakers she could not account for the BATUK officials’ absence, saying her ministry had fulfilled its role through the Foreign Affairs docket. Committee chair Nelson The post British Army Unit in Kenya Risks Being Declared Hostile Witnesses appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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50 h. ago HELB Unveils New Ksh500,000 Loan for Civil Servants at 4% Interest

The Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) has partnered with the Ministry of Public Service to launch a new low-interest loan aimed at helping civil servants advance their education and professional skills. In a statement on Wednesday, August 13, HELB announced that the Civil Servants Training Revolving Fund (TRF) is open to employees in the National Government, County Governments, the National Police Service, and the Teachers Service Commission (TSC). Under the scheme, eligible civil servants can apply for funding to pursue certificate, diploma, higher national diploma, master’s, PhD, and professional courses at recognised universities and training institutions within Kenya. HELB highlighted The post HELB Unveils New Ksh500,000 Loan for Civil Servants at 4% Interest appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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50 h. ago New Education Rules to Curb Fake Certificates and Boost Academic Credibility

MPs have approved new regulations to establish a unified system for recognising and accrediting qualifications at all education levels nationwide. The move is designed to enhance the quality and authenticity of education and training certificates across the country. The National Assembly Delegated Legislation Committee, chaired by Ainabkoi MP Samuel Chepkonga, debated and endorsed the Kenya National Qualifications Framework (General) Regulations, 2025, on Tuesday. During the committee session, Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba presented the regulations alongside Kenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA) CEO Alice Kande and Council Chairperson Stanley Kiptis. “The Committee on Delegated Legislation has considered and adopted new regulations The post New Education Rules to Curb Fake Certificates and Boost Academic Credibility appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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64 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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66 h. ago Kenya wants a funded IMF programme, central bank governor says

Kenya wants a funded IMF programme, central bank governor says  Reuters

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67 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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69 h. ago How a recent Kenyan court case could reshape transfer pricing in the funds industry

How a recent Kenyan court case could reshape transfer pricing in the funds industry  Polity.org.za

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3 d. ago 54,000 Young Kenyans to Receive Ksh50,000 Startup Grants Next Month

President William Ruto has set a program to cover 190,000 young Kenyans through savings schemes and startup grants. Speaking on Tuesday, August 2025, during International Youth Day celebrations in Kakamega County, Ruto said the government will help these beneficiaries join the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) to build financial discipline and secure their future. He explained that about 110,000 young entrepreneurs, roughly 70 from every ward in the country, will each receive Ksh50,000 in startup capital. The funding aims to boost youth-led businesses and drive economic growth from the grassroots up. “I am pleased to report that the first phase of 54,000 young people will receive The post 54,000 Young Kenyans to Receive Ksh50,000 Startup Grants Next Month appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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4 d. ago Gender CS Cheptumo Responds After Brutal Attack on Bella Comedy at Kutit Festival

Gender, Culture and Children Services Cabinet Secretary Hanna Wendot Cheptumo has strongly condemned the assault on content creator Bella Comedy during the Kutit Festival at the Carnivore Grounds over the weekend. “I have watched a deeply disturbing video of the incident. We condemn, in the strongest possible terms, any act of violence, harassment, or assault against women and girls,” said the CS. Cheptumo noted that such actions are criminal and also absolute contraventions of the constitutional fundamental rights and freedoms. “Such acts are not only criminal but also a direct violation of the fundamental rights and freedoms enshrined in our The post Gender CS Cheptumo Responds After Brutal Attack on Bella Comedy at Kutit Festival appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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4 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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4 d. ago 𝟖,𝟎𝟎𝟎 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐍𝐠𝐚𝐚𝐤𝐚𝐚–𝐓𝐰𝐚𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐮, 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐮 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐝, 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐬𝐨𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐚𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐝 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐚 𝐦𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐋𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥 𝟑 𝐡𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥. Funded by World Vision Kenya and Mountain

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4 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 Governor Nyong’o Urges Ruto to Rein in Bnbs Over Rising Femicide Cases

Kisumu Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o has urged President William Ruto to step in and control the rapid growth of low-budget, short-stay facility centers in Kenya. The facilities, popularly known as bnbs, are rapidly replacing traditional hotels as customers opt to lodge in them due to their low prices. Typically, a bnb is a rented, fully equipped home with minimal amenities, where guests pay only for the stay and have the option to cook their own meals. However, Nyong’o warns that these spaces have increasingly become hotspots linked to femicide cases. Speaking at the funeral of former Karachuonyo MP Phoebe Asiyo, Kisumu The post Governor Nyong’o Urges Ruto to Rein in Bnbs Over Rising Femicide Cases appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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