85 m. ago Governor Sakaja Slams Protest Vandalism, Urges Swift Police Action

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has condemned the recent spate of vandalism and looting that accompanied protests in the city, urging police to swiftly apprehend those behind the destruction. Speaking during an interdenominational prayer service at Friends Comprehensive School in Kivaywa, Kakamega County, Sakaja voiced his frustration at how criminal groups had hijacked otherwise peaceful demonstrations to wreak havoc. He warned the youth against being misled by political actors who exploit their frustrations for personal agendas. “Demonstrating is your constitutional right, but let me be clear, destroying property is not part of that right,” Sakaja said. The governor disclosed that law The post Governor Sakaja Slams Protest Vandalism, Urges Swift Police Action appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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88 m. ago JKIA Detectives Nab Woman with 626 Grams of Ingested Cocaine

Anti-Narcotics detectives at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) arrested a 26-year-old woman, Wendy Mbeke Muli, for attempting to smuggle cocaine hidden in her body. Detectives intercepted Mbeke on June 13, 2025, just before she boarded an outbound flight, after her suspicious behavior raised red flags during routine screening. Officers immediately subjected her to a thorough search and placed her under medical observation after confirming she had ingested foreign substances. While in custody, Mbeke excreted two drug pellets later that day and six more on June 14, bringing the total to eight pellets. The seized pellets contained cocaine weighing approximately 626.65 The post JKIA Detectives Nab Woman with 626 Grams of Ingested Cocaine appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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15 h. ago Former US Vice President Al Gore urges Kenya's climate champions to speak out against fossil fuels

Former US Vice President Al Gore urges Kenya's climate champions to speak out against fossil fuels  standardmedia.co.ke

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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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17 h. ago DP Kindiki urges Kenyans to guard country against political strife

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 15 – Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has urged Kenyans to love their country and jealously guard it against political strife and disunity propagated by those keen to destabilize the nation. Speaking on Sunday during a Church Service at AIC Nairagie Enkare in Narok East, Narok County, the DP encouraged citizens to be […] The post DP Kindiki urges Kenyans to guard country against political strife 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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19 h. ago PS Omollo urges politicians not to use Albert Ojwang’s death for personal gains

KISUMU, Kenya, Jun 15 – Politicians in the country have been warned against using the untimely death of blogger Albert Ojwang in a police cell to advance their political interests. Principal Secretary Ministry of Interior and National Coordination Raymond Omollo says it is unfortunate that politicians have turned the death into a political duel. Omollo […] The post PS Omollo urges politicians not to use Albert Ojwang’s death for personal gains appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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36 h. ago Kenya marks World Blood Donor Day as state, Red Cross urge donations to save lives

Kenya marks World Blood Donor Day as state, Red Cross urge donations to save lives  The Eastleigh Voice

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37 h. ago Sakaja: Justice for Ojwang, But No Room for Violence or Destruction of Property

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 14 – Nairobi Governor Sakaja Johnson has strongly condemned the recent destruction of property during protests in Nairobi, urging Kenyans to pursue justice through peaceful means not violence. Speaking during a women and youth empowerment event at Sambut Primary School in Kamagut Ward, Sakaja addressed the recent killing of media team associate […] The post Sakaja: Justice for Ojwang, But No Room for Violence or Destruction of Property appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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44 h. ago CJ Koome urges inclusion of Judiciary in national ICT projects

The CJ explained that the launch of the project in 42 court stations marks the scaling up of the Judiciary’s digital transformation journey

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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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68 h. ago Newly Ordained Assumptionists in Kenya Warned against Preaching “own message”, Urged to Herald “God's marvellous deeds”

Newly Ordained Assumptionists in Kenya Warned against Preaching “own message”, Urged to Herald “God's marvellous deeds”  aciafrica.org

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3 d. ago Uhuru Kenyatta Scores Political Comeback After Court Victory

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has secured a major legal win, bringing an end to the long-standing leadership battle within the Jubilee Party. In a landmark ruling on Thursday, June 12, the High Court upheld the resolutions made during Jubilee’s National Delegates Conference (NDC) held in May 2023. The decision delivered a crushing defeat to the rival faction that had attempted to wrest control of the party from Uhuru’s leadership. The court also confirmed Saitoti Torome as the new National Chairman and reinstated Jeremiah Kioni as Secretary-General, officially ousting the opposing group led by East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) MP Kanini The post Uhuru Kenyatta Scores Political Comeback After Court Victory 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 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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4 d. ago No June 25 Public Holiday: State Dismisses Opposition Push to Honour Slain Protesters

The government has dismissed calls from opposition leaders to declare June 25 a public holiday in remembrance of Gen Z protesters killed during the 2024 anti-government demonstrations. Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka had urged Kenyans to stay away from work on that day, calling it a symbolic gesture to honor the young lives lost during the protests. However, Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura firmly rejected the proposal, making it clear that June 25 will not be recognized as a public holiday. He urged citizens to continue with their daily economic activities without interruption. “We have The post No June 25 Public Holiday: State Dismisses Opposition Push to Honour Slain Protesters appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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4 d. ago Binance, VAC back Kenya’s Crypto Regulation, urge tax reform

Binance, VAC back Kenya’s Crypto Regulation, urge tax reform  Capitalfm.co.ke

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4 d. ago Kenya’s Changing Role in East Africa: Mediation or Interference?

Kenya’s Changing Role in East Africa: Mediation or Interference?  Mwakilishi.com

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