28 h. ago Not so fast! Kenyans remind Gachagua of past remarks on violent crackdown on protests

Not so fast! Kenyans remind Gachagua of past remarks on violent crackdown on protests  Citizen Digital

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28 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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28 h. ago Korogocho MCA Rejects Claims He Bankrolled Nairobi CBD Violence

Korogocho MCA Absalom Odhiambo is pushing back against online accusations that he paid goons to wreck Tuesday’s anti-DIG Eliud Lagat protest in the city centre. In a video posted on X Thursday night, the first-term ward rep insisted he “had no involvement in the protest,” and welcomed a full Directorate of Criminal Investigations probe. The demonstration started calmly but turned ugly when unidentified men armed with clubs and stones attacked marchers outside the National Archives, sending hawkers and commuters scrambling for cover. Odhiambo says whoever hired the attackers must face the law. “And if a protest has to happen, it The post Korogocho MCA Rejects Claims He Bankrolled Nairobi CBD Violence appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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28 h. ago TVET Learners to Earn Certifications in 3 Months Under Kenya’s New CBET System

Kenya’s technical training landscape is set for a major transformation as all Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions prepare to fully adopt the Competency-Based Education and Training (CBET) curriculum by January 2026. This shift aims to equip learners with practical, market-driven skills that meet the evolving demands of the labor market. The announcement came during a stakeholder engagement forum held at Kenya Coast Polytechnic in Mombasa, where TVET principals from the Coast region were updated on the ongoing reforms. Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba said the overhaul is part of the government’s strategy to modernize the education system The post TVET Learners to Earn Certifications in 3 Months Under Kenya’s New CBET System appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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28 h. ago Two Convicted Accomplices Sentenced for Aiding 2019 Dusit D2 Hotel Terror Attack in Nairobi

A court has sentenced two men to 30 years in prison each for their role in the 2019 Dusit D2 Hotel terror attack that left 21 people dead and several others injured. The Kahawa Anti-Terror Court on Thursday convicted 61-year-old madrassa teacher Mohamed Abdi Ali on 14 counts of facilitating a terrorist act. He received 15 years for each count, to run concurrently, along with an additional 15 years for conspiracy to commit a terrorist offense. His co-accused, 22-year-old Hussein Mohamed Abdille Ali, was handed two separate 15-year sentences, one for conspiracy and another for facilitating a terrorist act. The The post Two Convicted Accomplices Sentenced for Aiding 2019 Dusit D2 Hotel Terror Attack in Nairobi appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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37 h. ago Kenya court sentences two to jail terms for aiding 2019 hotel attackk

Kenya court sentences two to jail terms for aiding 2019 hotel attackk  africanews.com

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37 h. ago Kenya jails two convicts for 30 years over 2019 hotel attack

Kenya jails two convicts for 30 years over 2019 hotel attack  TRT Global

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39 h. ago Kenyan court sentences men for aiding Al Shabab militants in 2019 hotel attack

Kenyan court sentences men for aiding Al Shabab militants in 2019 hotel attack  Los Angeles Times

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41 h. ago Kenyan court sentences two men to 30 years in prison for aiding 2019 hotel attack

Kenyan court sentences two men to 30 years in prison for aiding 2019 hotel attack  Reuters

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42 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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42 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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43 h. ago 2 suspects convicted over 2019 Dusit D2 terror attack jailed for 30 years

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 19 – The Kahawa Anti-Terror Court has sentenced a 61-year-old madrassa teacher to 30 years’ imprisonment for facilitating a terrorist attack at the Dusit D2 Hotel Complex in Nairobi. Mohamed Abdi Ali was sentenced to 15 years for each of 14 charges of Facilitation of a Terrorist act contrary to Section 9A […] The post 2 suspects convicted over 2019 Dusit D2 terror attack jailed for 30 years appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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48 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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49 h. ago (WATCH) ‘No war in the Middle East!’ – Protesters rally outside White House as Iran

Post Content The post (WATCH) ‘No war in the Middle East!’ – Protesters rally outside White House as Iran-Israel attacks continue appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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50 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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52 h. ago Digital Fraud Epidemic: 4 in 5 Kenyans Targeted by Online Scammers with Vicious New Tactics

Digital fraud is becoming increasingly rampant in Kenya, with four out of five citizens reporting they’ve been targeted in recent months. According to a new report by TransUnion, scammers are taking advantage of Kenya’s rapidly expanding digital landscape to carry out more sophisticated attacks. The report, based on a nationwide survey conducted between November 21 and December 9, 2024, revealed that 82% of Kenyans had received fraudulent emails, texts, phone calls, or online messages in the three months leading up to the study. Alarmingly, 11% of those targeted confirmed they had fallen victim to at least one scam. Cybercriminals are The post Digital Fraud Epidemic: 4 in 5 Kenyans Targeted by Online Scammers with Vicious New Tactics appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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3 d. ago Kenya: Violence Erupts in Kenya As 'Goons' Attack Protesters Over Death in Police Custody

Kenya: Violence Erupts in Kenya As 'Goons' Attack Protesters Over Death in Police Custody  allAfrica.com

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3 d. ago “I’m Not a Government Prop”.. Mukuru Affordable Housing Beneficiary Speaks Up

Jerusha Muthoni, a beneficiary of the Mukuru affordable housing project, has publicly refuted allegations that she is a mere prop used by the government. Muthoni, who received a house from President William Ruto, addressed these claims on Tuesday. Speaking during the Kenya Urban Forum in Nakuru, Muthoni acknowledged that some Kenyans were accusing her of being manipulated by the government to sway public opinion. She also noted the circulation of photos of other women meeting the President, falsely identified as her, to further these misleading narratives. “Some people say that the President walks with me in Kisii. Some say that The post “I’m Not a Government Prop”.. Mukuru Affordable Housing Beneficiary Speaks Up appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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3 d. ago Violence erupts in Kenya as 'goons' attack protesters over death in police custody

Violence erupts in Kenya as 'goons' attack protesters over death in police custody  RFI

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3 d. ago Kenya’s Standard newspaper didn’t report that Kamba community has revolted against ex

Kenya’s Standard newspaper didn’t report that Kamba community has revolted against ex-deputy president Gachagua  Africa Check

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