15 h. ago New Homa Bay safe house rekindles Kenya’s fight against gender

New Homa Bay safe house rekindles Kenya’s fight against gender-based violence  Daily Nation

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17 h. ago Plainclothes Police Shoot Dead Two Suspected Robbers in Nairobi

Nairobi police officers in plain clothes gunned down two suspected robbers on Tuesday afternoon after they attacked and robbed a man of an unknown amount of money along Moi Avenue, Nairobi. According to witnesses and police reports, a gang of five targeted a customer shortly after he withdrew an undisclosed sum of money from a bank. The suspects grabbed the cash and attempted to flee. Officers on patrol quickly responded to the incident and shot two of the suspects, while the remaining three escaped on foot during the midday confrontation. A manhunt for the fleeing suspects is ongoing, said Central The post Plainclothes Police Shoot Dead Two Suspected Robbers in Nairobi appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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32 h. ago 2 suspected robbers shot dead in dramatic chase along Nairobi’s Moi Avenue

Two suspected robbers shot dead by police in Nairobi’s Moi Avenue after a man was robbed; authorities launch manhunt for remaining suspects.

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34 h. ago IEBC to Gen Z: Push for Change is Futile Without a Voter’s Card

NAIROBI, Kenya Dec 9 – The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has issued a blunt challenge to Kenya’s youth, particularly Gen Z, warning that their bold calls for national reforms and political accountability will amount to nothing unless they take the crucial step of registering as voters. Despite Gen Z’s rising political activism, the […] The post IEBC to Gen Z: Push for Change is Futile Without a Voter’s Card appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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36 h. ago IEBC Moves to Fix Procurement Bottlenecks Before 2027 Election

NAIROBI, Kenya Dec 9 – The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is implementing a far-reaching financial strategy with the National Treasury designed to shield the 2027 General Election from the chaotic tender wars that have historically disrupted Kenya’s electoral preparations. IEBC Commissioner Ann Nderitu, speaking on Capital FM, revealed that the Commission is negotiating […] The post IEBC Moves to Fix Procurement Bottlenecks Before 2027 Election appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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50 h. ago Nyoro alleges plot to hike day school fees, vows resistance in Parliament

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 8 — Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has vowed that Parliament will block any attempt by the government to increase fees for day secondary schools from January, accusing the National Treasury of slashing capitation by Sh9,370 per learner. Nyoro said MPs would not support measures that load extra costs on households already struggling […] The post Nyoro alleges plot to hike day school fees, vows resistance in Parliament appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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54 h. ago ‘Ballot papers have more security features than the Kenyan money’ – IEBC commissioner

‘Ballot papers have more security features than the Kenyan money’ – IEBC commissioner  People Daily

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59 h. ago IEBC Chair Ethekon: Stealing an Election in Kenya Is Impossible

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 8 – Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Chairperson Edung Ethekon has asserted that election theft in Kenya is “an impossibility,” citing strengthened transparency measures, improved technology and strict audit trails that the commission deployed in the November 27 by-elections. Speaking during a post-election debrief with stakeholders, Ethekon defended the credibility of […] The post IEBC Chair Ethekon: Stealing an Election in Kenya Is Impossible appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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60 h. ago IEBC Chair Ethekon Warns of ‘Super Agents’ Hijacking Elections, Cites Alarming Political Interference

NAIROBI, Kenya Dec 8 – Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Chairperson Edung Ethekon has sounded the alarm over what he termed a dangerous rise of “super agents” who allegedly disrupted the November 27 by-elections through intimidation, violence and unlawful interference in the electoral process. Speaking during a stakeholder engagement meeting, Ethekon said the commission […] The post IEBC Chair Ethekon Warns of ‘Super Agents’ Hijacking Elections, Cites Alarming Political Interference appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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61 h. ago IEBC Confirms 99% Functionality of KIEMS Kits in November 27 By

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 8 – The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) says the Kenya Integrated Election Management Systems (KIEMS) kits performed at 99% functionality during the November 27 by-elections, ensuring transparency despite challenges such as voter apathy and attempts to influence the outcome. Speaking on the integrity of the polls, Chairman Edung Ethekon emphasized […] The post IEBC Confirms 99% Functionality of KIEMS Kits in November 27 By-Elections appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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61 h. ago Gender Based Violence in Kenya: How a national crisis is undermining Social Sustainability

Gender Based Violence in Kenya: How a national crisis is undermining Social Sustainability  Africa Sustainability Matters

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65 h. ago Gachagua to ODM: “You Don’t Have to Sit With Me, Sit With Kalonzo”

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has doubled down on his commitment to a united Opposition, vowing that the United Opposition coalition will field a single presidential candidate to challenge President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election. Gachagua made the declaration on Sunday during a church service at Christ Dominion Ministries in Kasarani, Nairobi, where he accused the Kenya Kwanza administration of plotting to divide the Opposition. He maintained that the alleged schemes had collapsed. “I want to assure you that we are steadfast and will remain united in the Opposition. We will liberate this country together,” he said. Claims The post Gachagua to ODM: “You Don’t Have to Sit With Me, Sit With Kalonzo” appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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66 h. ago Opiyo Wandayi: Government Has Already Implemented Key NADCO Reforms

Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has dismissed claims by Opposition leaders regarding the implementation of the National Dialogue Committee (NADCO) report, insisting the government has already acted on key recommendations. Speaking on Sunday, Wandayi pushed back against remarks made at the burial of Beryl Odinga, where several political figures alleged that the government had ignored the NADCO proposals. He argued that the statements were not only inaccurate but also risked misleading Kenyans. “A number of our political friends who have walked with us in the past came to condole with us, notably Wiper Leader Kalonzo Musyoka and former CS Eugene The post Opiyo Wandayi: Government Has Already Implemented Key NADCO Reforms appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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3 d. ago BWIRE: Poverty is the silent enemy fuelling Kenya’s political chaos

BWIRE: Poverty is the silent enemy fuelling Kenya’s political chaos  the-star.co.ke

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5 d. ago Ignore claims that newly elected Kenyan MP David Ndakwa is dead

Ignore claims that newly elected Kenyan MP David Ndakwa is dead  Africa Check

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5 d. ago 15 foreign missions in Tanzania urge probe on deaths cites evidence of concealment

NAIROBI, Kenya Dec 5 – A total of 17 diplomatic missions, including the EU Delegation, the UK, and Canada, have issued a joint statement condemning the violence and demanding the release of bodies following a crackdown on protests in Tanzania after the disputed October 29, general elections. The missions cited credible evidence of concealment of […] The post 15 foreign missions in Tanzania urge probe on deaths cites evidence of concealment appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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5 d. ago Panyako: Govt Tried to Bribe Me With Cabinet Position After Malava By

United Opposition candidate Seth Panyako now claims that President William Ruto’s administration attempted to lure him with a Cabinet Secretary position just days after he lost the Malava by-election. Speaking on Radio Maisha Wednesday, December 3, Panyako said the alleged offer came on November 28, describing it as an insult to voters who endured violence and intimidation during the campaigns. He said he rejected the overture because it went against the principles of his campaign and the sacrifices his supporters made. According to Panyako, the government’s approach represented “the highest level of inhumanity” and signaled that “sycophants” were running the The post Panyako: Govt Tried to Bribe Me With Cabinet Position After Malava By-Election appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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6 d. ago Governor Barasa Orders Probe After Three Die in Kakamega Mining Forum Violence

NAIROBI, Kenya Dec 4- Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa has ordered an immediate and thorough investigation following a tragic outbreak of violence at a public participation meeting on Thursday, which claimed the lives of three people and left eighteen others seriously injured. The incident occurred at Emusali in Ikolomani Constituency during a NEMA-convened forum discussing the […] The post Governor Barasa Orders Probe After Three Die in Kakamega Mining Forum Violence appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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6 d. ago Kindiki Vows to Crush Bandits in Meru as Government Intensifies Security Operations

MERU, Kenya Dec 4 – Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has warned bandits terrorising residents of Meru County that they will face the full force of the government, saying security operations in the region will be intensified to wipe them out. Kindiki said more specialised security officers and National Police Reservists have been deployed to the […] The post Kindiki Vows to Crush Bandits in Meru as Government Intensifies Security Operations appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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6 d. ago Gender violence costs Kenya's private sector Sh96bn, IFC says

Gender violence costs Kenya's private sector Sh96bn, IFC says  Business Daily

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