6 h. ago Over 200 Killed in Iran, 20 in Israel as Missile Strikes Escalate Conflict

Iran launched a fresh barrage of missiles at Israel on Sunday evening, striking several cities including Tel Aviv and the northern coastal city of Haifa.

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11 h. ago IMF Graft Audit Team Lands in Kenya Ahead of Fresh Program Talks

IMF Graft Audit Team Lands in Kenya Ahead of Fresh Program Talks  Bloomberg.com

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13 h. ago Three Months Missing in Haiti: Family of Kenyan Officer Moves to Court for Answers

The family of missing Kenyan police officer Benedict Kabiru has taken the government to court, demanding transparency nearly three months after he vanished during a peacekeeping mission in Haiti. With no word from officials and growing fears that Kabiru may have been killed or abducted, the family says they have reached a breaking point. Kabiru disappeared on March 26, 2025, while participating in a rescue operation in Savien, a gang-controlled region northwest of Port-au-Prince. According to reports, gunmen ambushed him and other Kenyan officers during the mission. Since that day, government officials have failed to provide any clear or consistent The post Three Months Missing in Haiti: Family of Kenyan Officer Moves to Court for Answers appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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13 h. ago A Matter of Security: How Black Banx Addresses Consumers’ Safety Concerns

It goes without saying that banking digitally is as good as the norm in these highly technological times. People transfer money, open accounts, and manage investments from the palms of their hands. But with this convenience a common question continues to come up: is my money truly safe online? For many consumers, especially those stepping into digital finance for the first time, security, particularly the lack of it, can be a deal-breaker. This is how companies like Black Banx have become increasingly known and relied upon by millions. Founded in 2014 by German billionaire Michael Gastauer, Black Banx has grown The post A Matter of Security: How Black Banx Addresses Consumers’ Safety Concerns appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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28 h. ago Manhunt after two Minnesota state politicians targeted, one of them killed

Melissa Hortman, 55, a Democrat, and her husband were killed in Brooklyn Park, a city near Minneapolis.

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49 h. ago Homes of two Minnesota state lawmakers targeted in shootings

The homes of two Minnesota state lawmakers have been targeted in shootings early on Saturday morning, CBS News, the BBC’s US news partner, reported. They were the homes of State Senator John Hoffman and Minnesota House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman, both from the Democratic-Farmer-Labour (DFL) Party, in Champlin and Brooklyn Park, neighbouring cities near Minneapolis. […] The post Homes of two Minnesota state lawmakers targeted in shootings appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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51 h. ago 2 Kenya Air Force officers killed in military plane crash in Kwale

The fixed wing plane departed from Mombasa at 11:39am Saturday and was last seen near Diani before disappearing from the radar.

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57 h. ago REGULATION | European Commission (EU) Officially Lists Kenya as High

REGULATION | European Commission (EU) Officially Lists Kenya as High-Risk Country for Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing  BitKE

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2 d. ago Protests erupt in Kenya against police brutality and proposed finance bill

Protests erupt in Kenya against police brutality and proposed finance bill  JURIST Legal News

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3 d. ago Kenya’s treasury prioritises debt diversification amid IMF loan freeze

Kenya’s treasury prioritises debt diversification amid IMF loan freeze  The Africa Report.com

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3 d. ago Top govt figure in the dock for role in Kenyan scholarship scandal

Top govt figure in the dock for role in Kenyan scholarship scandal  The PIE News

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3 d. 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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3 d. ago Kenya’s Pivotal Role in Advancing Peacekeeping: A Decade of Partnership with the Triangular Partnership Programme

Kenya’s Pivotal Role in Advancing Peacekeeping: A Decade of Partnership with the Triangular Partnership Programme  Welcome to the United Nations

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3 d. ago Kenya: President Ruto Pledges Govt Commitment to Protect Kenyans From Rogue Police Officers

Kenya: President Ruto Pledges Govt Commitment to Protect Kenyans From Rogue Police Officers  allAfrica.com

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3 d. ago President Ruto pledges Govt commitment to protect Kenyans from rogue police officers

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 13 – President William Ruto has pledged the government’s commitment to protect Kenyans from rogue police amid mounting accusations of brutality and impunity after social media influencer Ojwang’s murder while in custody. Speaking during the destruction of 7,000 illegal firearms in Ngong, President Ruto sent a stern warning to law enforcement officers […] The post President Ruto pledges Govt commitment to protect Kenyans from rogue police officers appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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3 d. ago Govt rallies stakeholders to turn remittances into engines of growth

Govt rallies stakeholders to turn remittances into engines of growth  Kenya News Agency

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3 d. ago Israel Bombs Iran’s Nuclear Sites, Kills IRGC Chief in Major Escalation as War Threat Looms

NAIROBI, Kenya June 13 – Tensions in the Middle East reached a boiling point early Friday after Israel launched a sweeping military offensive on Iranian soil, striking what it described as the “heart” of Iran’s nuclear programme in a dramatic escalation of hostilities. According to a statement from the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), dozens of […] The post Israel Bombs Iran’s Nuclear Sites, Kills IRGC Chief in Major Escalation as War Threat Looms appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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3 d. ago Govt to Count Street Families Across All 47 Counties Starting June 29

The Ministry of Labour and Social Protection will launch a national street families census in the next two weeks in an effort to understand the current scale of homelessness across Kenya. The Street Families Rehabilitation Trust will lead the three-day exercise in all 47 counties, starting on June 29th. Officials anticipate a significant rise in the number of street families since the last count five years ago, which recorded 46,000 individuals living on the streets. The government has allocated Ksh. 50 million for the exercise, which is expected to provide critical data to inform future policy and rehabilitation efforts. Mary The post Govt to Count Street Families Across All 47 Counties Starting June 29 appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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3 d. ago Stadiums Near Completion as Kenya Steps Up CHAN and AFCON 2027 Readiness

Kenya is moving full steam ahead in its preparations to host the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) and the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), with Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya announcing that key stadiums and training facilities will be ready by June 25, 2025. While leading an inspection tour, Mvurya confidently reaffirmed the country’s commitment to delivering on its promises. He downplayed ongoing concerns over construction delays and logistical hurdles, assuring Kenyans that both tournaments will be hosted successfully. “We want to confirm to all Kenyans that we are ready to host CHAN and, in effect, we are also The post Stadiums Near Completion as Kenya Steps Up CHAN and AFCON 2027 Readiness appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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3 d. ago Govt Eyes Fresh IMF Financing to Stabilize Economy as Ksh465B Programme Nears Expiry

Kenya has formally approached the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to negotiate a new financing agreement as its current IMF-supported programmes approach their end. The government has relied heavily on the Extended Credit Facility (ECF) and Extended Fund Facility (EFF), which have provided over Ksh388 billion in funding during a time of severe debt strain. The IMF acknowledged receiving Kenya’s request and announced plans to send a mission team to Nairobi in September 2025 to begin formal negotiations. Speaking at a press briefing on June 11, 2025, Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) Governor Kamau Thugge confirmed that the government had already The post Govt Eyes Fresh IMF Financing to Stabilize Economy as Ksh465B Programme Nears Expiry appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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