12 h. ago Former Zambian President Lungu to be buried in SA amid escalating stand

According to the family spokesman Makebi Zulu, the private ceremony will be conducted in Johannesburg, South Africa.

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16 h. ago State rolls out to campaign register every Kenyan and their dependents in SHA

NAIROBI, Kenya Jun 20 – President William Ruto says the government is rolling out a campaign to register every Kenyan and their dependents in Social Health Authority to enhance health planning. Speaking during the Third National Executive Retreat, Ruto announced that the exercise will give the national and devolved governments the ability to plan for […] The post State rolls out to campaign register every Kenyan and their dependents in SHA appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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18 h. ago OPINION | BWIRE: Why Kenya’s War on the Press Is a War on Democracy

Kenya’s newsrooms are undergoing profound transformation — both in professional practice and operating environments — as recent public protests over governance have revealed. Tensions between the media, critics, and the government have escalated alarmingly, while access to credible information from public institutions has dwindled. This vacuum has allowed disinformation and manipulation to thrive. While critiques […] The post OPINION | BWIRE: Why Kenya’s War on the Press Is a War on Democracy appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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19 h. ago Matiang’i returns back in Kenya to focus on 2027 Presidential Bid

NAIROBI, Kenya Jun 20 – Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i returned to Kenya last evening after resigning from his international job to focus on his 2027 presidential campaign. Matiang’i, who has declared his intention to vie for the presidency in May, briefly flew back to the United States to finalize the handover process at […] The post Matiang’i returns back in Kenya to focus on 2027 Presidential Bid appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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21 h. ago Ruto Sticks to ‘eCitizen – School Fees’ Payment .. Vows Action Against Defiant School Heads

President William Ruto is not backing down on his plan to move every shilling of public money through the eCitizen platform. Speaking at the Third National Executive Retreat in Kajiado on June 19, the Head of State told officials that “all government payments will be done on eCitizen,” and singled out school heads who still issue physical receipts as the next target for enforcement. Ruto argued that digital payments are the surest way to stamp out leakages and blamed resistance on administrators who “have things to hide.” He urged parents to insist on paying fees online and warned that institutions The post Ruto Sticks to ‘eCitizen – School Fees’ Payment .. Vows Action Against Defiant School Heads appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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21 h. ago “Ruto is Completely Unhinged” – Omtatah Says President Running Kenya From His Pocket

Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah has launched a stinging attack on President William Ruto, accusing him of abusing state power, mismanaging public funds, and treating government like a personal enterprise. In a hard-hitting interview aired on K24 TV on Thursday, June 19, 2025, Omtatah painted a bleak picture of Ruto’s leadership, warning that it threatens both Kenya’s democracy and economy. “William Ruto is completely unhinged. He’s making decisions that defy logic and is running the country from his pocket. The budget doesn’t matter anymore,” Omtatah charged. The senator also took issue with Ruto’s recent comments in Lugari, where the President declared The post “Ruto is Completely Unhinged” – Omtatah Says President Running Kenya From His Pocket appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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21 h. ago Wilson Sossion Warns of Political Anarchy If Kenya Fails to Address Protest Triggers

Former Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) Secretary-General Wilson Sossion has sounded the alarm over Kenya’s growing political unrest, urging the government to address the root causes of the protests before the country plunges into chaos. In a televised interview on Thursday, June 19, 2025, Sossion emphasized that the ongoing demonstrations are not spontaneous reactions from frustrated citizens, but rather carefully orchestrated political events. He pointed out that the lack of a known figurehead behind the protests has only made it more difficult for law enforcement to contain the situation. “President Ruto does not convene demonstrations, and the leader of The post Wilson Sossion Warns of Political Anarchy If Kenya Fails to Address Protest Triggers appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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21 h. ago Gen Z Threats Force Lawyer to Abandon Defense of Cops in Nairobi Protest Shooting

A lawyer representing the two police officers accused of shooting hawker Boniface Mwangi Kariuki during protests in Nairobi has officially withdrawn from the case. Felix Keaton, who had been defending Constables Masinde Barasa and Duncan Kiprono, announced on Wednesday that he had stepped down from the high-profile case due to escalating safety concerns for both himself and his family. Keaton revealed that he had received over 1,000 threatening phone calls and text messages from online activists demanding he abandon the case. “I have received over 1,000 messages and calls from Gen Z because of representing a police suspect. As such, The post Gen Z Threats Force Lawyer to Abandon Defense of Cops in Nairobi Protest Shooting appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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32 h. ago President of Kenya sends congratulatory letter to President Ilham Aliyev

President of Kenya sends congratulatory letter to President Ilham Aliyev  Trend News Agency

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33 h. ago Kenya 2027: Ruto’s defiance on power transfer fuels talk of a cornered presidency

Kenya 2027: Ruto’s defiance on power transfer fuels talk of a cornered presidency  The Africa Report.com

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34 h. ago DP Kindiki pushes Cabinet to deliver ‘tangible’ results in the second half of Ruto’s term

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 19— Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has called on government officials to shift focus from planning to tangible delivery as the Kenya Kwanza administration reaches its midterm point. DP Kindiki emphasized the need for honest introspection on the government’s performance, particularly in implementing the ambitious pledges made during the 2022 General Election campaign. […] The post DP Kindiki pushes Cabinet to deliver ‘tangible’ results in the second half of Ruto’s term appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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34 h. ago Kindiki: Radical and Bold commitment calls for public scrutiny

NAIROBI, Kenya Jun 19 – Deputy President Kithure Kindiki urged Cabinet Secretaries and senior government officials that the government must now shift its full focus from planning to tangible delivery of its promises to the people. Speaking during the Third National Executive Retreat opening at KCB Leadership Centre, Kajiado County, DP Kindiki acknowledged the mounting […] The post Kindiki: Radical and Bold commitment calls for public scrutiny appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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35 h. ago ALTERED: This video of Kenya’s President William Ruto speaking about Uganda is edited

ALTERED: This video of Kenya’s President William Ruto speaking about Uganda is edited  PesaCheck

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40 h. ago No, Kenyans did not vote in Uganda in bid to unseat president Yoweri Museveni as claimed online

No, Kenyans did not vote in Uganda in bid to unseat president Yoweri Museveni as claimed online  Africa Check

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40 h. ago Russia, Ukraine ready to meet for peace talks after June 22: Putin

XINHUA – Russian and Ukrainian negotiators are prepared to resume direct talks after June 22, Russian President Vladimir Putin said Thursday during a meeting with the leaders of major global news agencies in St. Petersburg. Putin reaffirmed Russia’s openness to dialogue, including a possible meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. However, he raised concerns over […] The post Russia, Ukraine ready to meet for peace talks after June 22: Putin appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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43 h. ago Babu Owino Accuses Government of Sanctioning Police Brutality, Demands Ruto Takes Responsibility

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 19 – Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino has accused the government of issuing shoot-to-kill orders against civilians and called on President William Ruto to take full responsibility for what he termed as “deliberate, targeted attacks” on unarmed protesters during Tuesday’s demonstrations. Speaking at Kenyatta National Hospital on Wednesday morning after […]

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43 h. ago Govt advises Kenyans in Israel and Iran to minimise movement as war escalates

Kenyans in distress or in need of urgent support can now reach out to the State Department for Diaspora Affairs via: Phone: +254 20 7876000 / +254 114 757002 or Email: Consular@diaspora.go.ke

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45 h. ago Ojwang’s Family Defends Ruto’s Ksh2M Donation Amid Public Backlash

The family of the late teacher and blogger Albert Ojwang’ has thanked President William Ruto for personally reaching out to comfort them following Albert’s death while in police custody. Family spokesperson Harman Opiyo commended the President for calling Albert’s father, Meshack Ojwang’, to express his condolences. He described the gesture as one that reflects empathy and leadership. “President Ruto saw it necessary to comfort us, and as a family, we appreciate this gesture. It is his responsibility as a national leader to show concern,” said Opiyo. Alongside the condolence message, President Ruto also extended a donation of Ksh2 million to The post Ojwang’s Family Defends Ruto’s Ksh2M Donation Amid Public Backlash appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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45 h. ago Political Parties Fund: UDA Tops List as ODM, Jubilee and Wiper Secure Millions

President William Ruto’s United Democratic Alliance (UDA) is set to receive the lion’s share of the Political Parties Fund, with an allocation of KSh480 million, making it the top beneficiary among registered political parties in Kenya. UDA’s windfall reflects its strong showing in the last general election, which remains the primary criterion for fund allocation. In the Kenya Kwanza coalition, other affiliated parties are also set to benefit. Ford Kenya, led by National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, has been allocated KSh21 million. Maendeleo Chap Chap (MCC), associated with Labour CS Alfred Mutua, will receive KSh10.5 million, while Pamoja African Alliance The post Political Parties Fund: UDA Tops List as ODM, Jubilee and Wiper Secure Millions appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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48 h. ago MPs pin hopes on NPSC Nominees to spearhead accountability for rogue officers

NAIROBI, Kenya Jun 18 – Members of the National Assembly have backed the nomination of new National Police Service Commissioners (NPSC), emphasizing the urgent need for comprehensive reforms in the police service amid escalating public outrage over alleged brutality and a worsening relationship between law enforcement and citizens. Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma urged […] The post MPs pin hopes on NPSC Nominees to spearhead accountability for rogue officers appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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