17 h. ago Sakaja urges police to arrest vandals masquerading as protestors

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 15 – Nairobi Governor Sakaja Johnson has issued a firm call for the arrest of individuals caught vandalizing public and private property during recent protests in the city, emphasizing that destruction will not be tolerated under the guise of civic expression. Speaking at Friends Comprehensive School in Kivaywa, Kakamega County, where he […] The post Sakaja urges police to arrest vandals masquerading as protestors appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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18 h. ago ‘You listen, you laugh, you guide,’ Rachel’s Fathers’ day message to President Ruto

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 15 – First Lady Rachel Ruto marked Father’s Day with a message to President William Ruto, celebrating him not only as Kenya’s Head of State but as a devoted father and pillar of their family. In her tribute shared through official platforms, the First Lady wished the President a Happy Father’s Day, […] The post ‘You listen, you laugh, you guide,’ Rachel’s Fathers’ day message to President Ruto appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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43 h. ago Charlene Ruto Calls for Generational Ceasefire after murder of Albert Ojwang

Charlene expressed deep sorrow and introspection in the wake of the incident, describing the loss as both painful and deeply troubling.

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44 h. ago First Lady Rachel calls for fostering conducive environment for PWDs

She was speaking at Huruma grounds in Eldoret during this year's International Albinism Awareness Day.

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44 h. ago Former First Lady Margaret Kenyatta urges GenZ to be agents of change

NAIROBI, Kenya Jun 14 – Former First Lady Margaret Kenyatta has called on young people to step boldly into the world as agents of change, urging them to use their talents to uplift others and pursue excellence in every endeavor. Speaking at Brookhouse School’s 17th graduation ceremony at the Karen Campus, where 170 students marked […]

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62 h. ago AU Chief warns escalation of hostilities in the Middle East, threat to international peace

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 13 — The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has expressed deep concern following reports of an Israeli airstrike on Iran, warning that the situation threatens to further destabilize the already volatile Middle East region. In a statement issued on Thursday, Youssouf condemned the renewed hostilities and called for […] The post AU Chief warns escalation of hostilities in the Middle East, threat to international peace appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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62 h. ago Kenya calls on Israel, Iran to exercise restraint as tensions escalate in the Middle East

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 13 — Kenya has joined the growing international chorus calling for calm as tensions between Israel and Iran continue to escalate, following reports of Israeli airstrikes targeting Iranian nuclear sites and top scientists and military officials. Nairobi has warned that further provocation could have dire consequences for regional and global stability. In […] The post Kenya calls on Israel, Iran to exercise restraint as tensions escalate in the Middle East appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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65 h. ago Stick to our agreement, ODM tells UDA over increased abductions

NAIROBI, Kenya Jun 13 – The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party has sharply criticized the government over what it describes as increasing police brutality and illegal abductions, calling for an immediate end to the use of force against civilians. In a statement posted on its official X account, the Raila Odinga led party accused the […] The post Stick to our agreement, ODM tells UDA over increased abductions appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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66 h. ago FIDA calls for justice for Baby thrown from balcony by intoxicated uncle

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 13 – The Federation of Women Lawyers in Kenya (FIDA-Kenya) has condemned the tragic death of Baby Amanda, a toddler who was allegedly thrown from the balcony of a residential apartment by her intoxicated uncle in Nairobi. According to a statement released on Thursday, FIDA-Kenya expressed deep sorrow over the incident at […] The post FIDA calls for justice for Baby thrown from balcony by intoxicated uncle appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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3 d. ago “Your Heart is in Wamunyoro” – Tensions Rise in Ruto’s Camp as Sudi Slams Cherargei Over Murkomen Attacks

Kapseret MP Oscar Sudi has taken a public swipe at Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei, intensifying internal tensions within the Kenya Kwanza camp just a day after a fiery Senate session involving Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen. The lash out follows Murkomen’s Wednesday grilling over the controversial death of social media influencer Albert Ojwang. Senator Cherargei, who has consistently criticized Murkomen’s leadership, renewed calls for the CS to resign, accusing him of failing to safeguard national security. Sudi quickly came to Murkomen’s defense. On Thursday, June 12, he posted on X (formerly Twitter), accusing Cherargei of disguising political attacks on President The post “Your Heart is in Wamunyoro” – Tensions Rise in Ruto’s Camp as Sudi Slams Cherargei Over Murkomen Attacks appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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3 d. ago Kenya cuts environment budget to Sh103.8 billion despite climate change pressures

Kenya cuts environment budget to Sh103.8 billion despite climate change pressures  The Eastleigh Voice

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3 d. ago DP Kindiki says no one will be spared in pursuit of justice for Albert Ojwang

NAIROBI, Kenya Jun 12 – Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has called for full accountability in the death of Albert Ojwang, a teacher who died while in police custody, insisting that all individuals involved regardless of rank or role must face the law. Addressing the matter publicly for the first time, the Deputy President emphasized the […] The post DP Kindiki says no one will be spared in pursuit of justice for Albert Ojwang appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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3 d. ago CS Mbadi emphasises need for stict financial discipline to reduce debt

NAIROBI, Kenya, June 12 – Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has sounded the alarm over Kenya’s mounting public debt, calling for strict financial discipline, strategic economic planning, and more efficient revenue mobilization to avert a potential fiscal crisis. While presenting the 2024/2025 national budget estimates in the National Assembly, Mbadi acknowledged the government is operating […] The post CS Mbadi emphasises need for stict financial discipline to reduce debt appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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3 d. ago Ruto Urges Prosecutors to Embrace AI in Fight Against Transnational Crime

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 12 – President William Ruto has called on prosecutors across the Commonwealth to embrace artificial intelligence (AI) and emerging technologies as a strategic tool in strengthening justice systems and combating increasingly complex transnational crimes. Speaking at the closing ceremony of the 23rd Commonwealth Heads of Prosecuting Agencies Conference (HOPAC) in Mombasa, Ruto […] The post Ruto Urges Prosecutors to Embrace AI in Fight Against Transnational Crime appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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3 d. ago President Ruto condoles with Albert Ojwang’s family in telephone call

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 12 – President William Ruto has condoled with the family of social media influencer Albert Ojwang through a telephone call to his parents and widow. During the call, the head of state assured them of justice and accountability over his death while in police custody. On Weednesday, the head of state urged […] The post President Ruto condoles with Albert Ojwang’s family in telephone call appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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3 d. ago “You Never Taught Me!” – Cherargei Fires Back After Murkomen Claims Senator Was His “Below Average” Student

Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has vehemently denied claims by Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen that he was his student, dismissing the CS’s assertion as a mere political ploy to deflect accountability. The fiery exchange erupted in the Senate when CS Murkomen appeared before the House on Wednesday to address questions surrounding the arrest and subsequent death in police custody of social media personality and teacher Albert Ojwang’. During the session, Murkomen took a moment to address the persistent criticisms leveled against him by Senator Cherargei, particularly the Nandi Senator’s repeated calls for his resignation over perceived incompetence. Murkomen specifically mentioned The post “You Never Taught Me!” – Cherargei Fires Back After Murkomen Claims Senator Was His “Below Average” Student appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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4 d. ago Viewpoint: ‘Kenya must balance GMO adoption against concerns about environmental impact and preserving traditional farming

Viewpoint: ‘Kenya must balance GMO adoption against concerns about environmental impact and preserving traditional farming  Genetic Literacy Project

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4 d. ago Another One: Nonini Threatens Car Dealer With Lawsuit Over ‘Goliath wa Bungoma’ Skit

Hip-hop star Hubert “Nonini” Nakitare has fired a fresh legal warning shot, accusing luxury car dealer Carstore Hub Limited of lifting his 2009 hit Kadhaa for an online advert fronted by TikTok sensation “Goliath wa Bungoma”. In a 10 June demand letter, his advocate James T. Makori says the dealership synchronized the track with a 31 May promo video “for its own capitalistic gain” without securing a synchronization licence, a move the rapper calls a clear copyright breach. The claim revives memories of Nonini’s landmark court victory last year, when a Nairobi magistrate awarded him up to KSh 4 million The post Another One: Nonini Threatens Car Dealer With Lawsuit Over ‘Goliath wa Bungoma’ Skit appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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4 d. ago Murkomen Brushes Off Resignation Calls Over Ojwang’s Death in Police Custody

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has brushed aside renewed calls for his resignation following the brutal death of blogger Albert Omondi Ojwang’, who died while in police custody. Addressing the Senate during a plenary session on Wednesday, Murkomen defended his tenure and rejected the criticism, saying demands for him to step down have become a political chorus he’s all too familiar with. “Some people speak as if I am six months old in this office. Even when I was two months in the office, they said I should resign. It is a song I have heard,” he told the Senate. The post Murkomen Brushes Off Resignation Calls Over Ojwang’s Death in Police Custody appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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4 d. ago Salasya Slams Ruto’s Plan to Regulate Campaigns: “Kenya Is Not Uganda”

Mumias East MP Peter Salasya has come out strongly against a proposed law by President William Ruto’s administration aimed at regulating political campaigns, calling it a dangerous assault on Kenya’s democracy. In a bold statement posted on his official X account on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, Salasya warned that such legislation could usher in an era of political repression reminiscent of Uganda’s current authoritarian climate. “I wish to categorically and unapologetically state my strong opposition to any legislative attempt by President William Ruto’s administration to regulate or control political campaigns in Kenya under the guise of law and order,” he The post Salasya Slams Ruto’s Plan to Regulate Campaigns: “Kenya Is Not Uganda” appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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