67 h. ago Mars rock found in Niger sells for millions in New York – now the country wants answers

“Brazen! It is brazen!” Prof Paul Sereno says down the phone line from Chicago. He makes no effort to disguise his anger that a rare meteorite from Mars discovered two years ago in the West African nation of Niger ended up being auctioned off in New York last month to an unnamed buyer. The palaeontologist, […] The post Mars rock found in Niger sells for millions in New York – now the country wants answers appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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69 h. ago Gachagua Defends Remarks: “I’m Speaking Truth, Not Insulting Kenya”

Democracy for Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua came out in his defense after his recent utterances against the leadership of Kenya, reiterating that his statements are fact-based and driven by a desire for good governance. While addressing the Kenyan diaspora at Holy Names University in San Francisco on Sunday, August 10, 2025, Gachagua reiterated that his comments were meant for the leaders and not the nation or its people. “I am not talking ill of my country, just speaking the truth. I am not saying that Kenya is bad; it is a beautiful country, with good people but with poor The post Gachagua Defends Remarks: “I’m Speaking Truth, Not Insulting Kenya” appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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5 d. ago Kenya Validated by WHO as having eliminated sleeping sickness

Sleeping sickness is the second neglected tropical disease to be eliminated in Kenya with the country having been certified free of the Guinea worm disease in 2018.

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9 d. ago Bishop Kotut Rebukes Kenyan Youth for Insulting Ruto: “You Need to Change”

African Inland Church (AIC) Bishop William Kotut has strongly criticized the country’s youth for constantly speaking ill of Kenya and its leaders. While delivering a sermon at AIC Kabartonjo on Sunday, August 3, 2025, the bishop condemned what many dismiss as casual name-calling, warning that such negativity carries serious consequences. “Words cut deeper than physical wounds,” he said, urging young people to recognize the power their speech holds. In a firm and biblical warning, Bishop Kotut told the youth to change their behavior or risk facing the same fate as the young men who mocked the prophet Elijah in the The post Bishop Kotut Rebukes Kenyan Youth for Insulting Ruto: “You Need to Change” appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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1 week ago Kenya's opponents Zambia last country to arrive for 2024 Chan

Kenya's opponents Zambia last country to arrive for 2024 Chan  Daily Nation

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3 w. ago Kisumu County, Swiss NGO Partners to Boost Vocational Training and Skills Development

KISUMU, Kenya, July 20 – The Kisumu County Government has partnered with Comundo, a Swiss organization, to strengthen vocational training centres and promote skills development tailored to the job market. Comundo Country Director Marc Bloch said the partnership aligns with Kenya’s commitment to Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) as a pathway to global […] The post Kisumu County, Swiss NGO Partners to Boost Vocational Training and Skills Development appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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3 w. ago Nyong’o commits to strengthening vocational training centers in Kisumu

KISUMU, Kenya, Jul 18 – The Kisumu County Government is partnering with Comundo, a Swiss organization to strengthen its vocational training centres and promote skills development for the job market. Comundo Country Director Marc Bloch says the partnership aligns with Kenya’s commitment to TVET for global competitiveness. Bloch says at Akado vocational training in Kisumu […] The post Nyong’o commits to strengthening vocational training centers in Kisumu appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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4 w. ago Kenya Country Focus Report provides a new roadmap to economic prosperity in Kenya

Kenya Country Focus Report provides a new roadmap to economic prosperity in Kenya  African Development Bank Group

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4 w. ago Kenya’s Debt Strategy Isn’t Enough, Warns World Bank Country Director

World Bank Kenya country director Qimiao Fan says the country needs to do better and act quickly to transform how it spends money from the government and be more financially disciplined if it is to raise resources for key development projects. While appearing for an interview with NTV on Tuesday, Qimiao Fan acknowledged that the country’s achievement in trimming its debt-to-GDP ratio from over 70% to about 67% towards the end of last year is praiseworthy. However, he cautioned that this will not in itself guarantee continued financial stability or accelerated economic growth. “Kenya has been able to reduce its The post Kenya’s Debt Strategy Isn’t Enough, Warns World Bank Country Director appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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4 w. ago Iran rejects ‘absolutely fabricated’ isolation claims amid nuclear standoff

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jul 14 — Iran’s Ambassador to Kenya, Ali Gholampour, has dismissed claims that his country is facing diplomatic isolation amid escalating tensions with Israel. Instead, the diplomat asserted that a majority of the international community has condemned recent attacks on Iranian territory. Speaking on Capital in the Morning, Gholampour described the narrative of […] The post Iran rejects ‘absolutely fabricated’ isolation claims amid nuclear standoff appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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4 w. ago “I’m the Guy to Get Things Done,” Matiang’i Declares in Bold Leadership Pitch

Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i has presented himself as the solution to Kenya’s deep-rooted problems, declaring that the country has grown weary of constant political theatrics. During a live television interview on Monday, July 14, 2025, Matiang’i stated that he was ready to roll up his sleeves and repair broken systems. His eyes fixed on the presidency in the 2027 elections, he declared that tangible change is possible if leaders regain trust and stay focused on serving the people. He added that Kenyans are now more mature and are willing to entrust leadership to people who have a record The post “I’m the Guy to Get Things Done,” Matiang’i Declares in Bold Leadership Pitch appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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4 w. ago Kenyans Must Cut Ties With Legacy Politicians, Says Willis Otieno

Political commentator Willis Otieno has taken a direct swipe at Kenya’s veteran political class, saying the country must move on from legacy politicians. In a Monday, July 14, 2025, comment, Otieno described the veteran leaders as a drag on the country, accusing them of decades of betrayal, corruption, and rhetoric. “Legacy politicians are the dead weight holding this country back. They’ve recycled themselves through every regime, switching parties like underwear, clinging to power with nothing to show but scandals, land grabs, and broken promises,” he said. Otieno called for a clean break with the past, arguing that real progress will The post Kenyans Must Cut Ties With Legacy Politicians, Says Willis Otieno appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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