4 h. ago IEBC replaces expelled Senator Gloria Orwoba with Consolata Wakwabubi

NAIROBI, Kenya Aug 16 – The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has formally removed Gloria Magoma Orwoba from the list of nominated women senators, replacing her with Consolata Nabwire Wakwabubi under the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party. The change was confirmed in a Gazette notice dated August 15, 2025, signed by IEBC Chairperson Erastus […] The post IEBC replaces expelled Senator Gloria Orwoba with Consolata Wakwabubi appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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20 h. ago Kindiki urges proactive oversight over Governor by MCAs devoid of harassment

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 15 — Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has urged Members of County Assemblies (MCAs) to exercise their oversight mandate with integrity and diligence, cautioning against using it to harass, blackmail, or extort governors. Speaking at the closing ceremony of the 9th Devolution Conference in Homa Bay County on Friday, Kindiki lauded devolution as […] The post Kindiki urges proactive oversight over Governor by MCAs devoid of harassment appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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22 h. ago PHOTOS of the New Proposed KSh34 Billion UN Complex in Nairobi

Fresh artist renders have landed for the next phase of the United Nations complex in Gigiri, Nairobi, giving the clearest look yet at how the campus will evolve into a modern, accessible and net-zero conference hub. At the heart of the plan is a new 1,600-seat Assembly Hall flanked by a visitors centre, a media centre and an expanded mix of meeting rooms. The upgrade aims to boost Nairobi’s in-person meeting capacity from about 2,000 to 9,000 participants, a big step up for UNEA, UN-Habitat Assembly and other high-level forums that already call Gigiri home. The renders show low-rise, pavilion-style The post PHOTOS of the New Proposed KSh34 Billion UN Complex in Nairobi appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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22 h. ago UDA aspirant in Malava MP race Enock Andanje dies after collapsing

The incident occurred during a widows’ empowerment forum in Malava attended by Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi.

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22 h. ago Nairobi Hospital Disowns Herman Manyora’s Claim to Chairmanship

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 15 – The Board of Management of the Kenya Hospital Association (KHA), which runs The Nairobi Hospital, has warned the public against dealing with political analyst Herman Manyora in any capacity. In a public notice dated July 4, 2025, the board said Manyora’s claim to the position of chairman was the product […] The post Nairobi Hospital Disowns Herman Manyora’s Claim to Chairmanship appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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24 h. ago Kenya: Chief Justice Koome Warns Govt After Ruto's Bail Criticism

Kenya: Chief Justice Koome Warns Govt After Ruto's Bail Criticism  allAfrica.com

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24 h. ago AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL KENYA CALLS FOR THOROUGH INVESTIGATIONS INTO THE ALLEGED CHILD SEX TRAFFICKING EXPOSED BY THE BBC EYE DOCUMENTARY

AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL KENYA CALLS FOR THOROUGH INVESTIGATIONS INTO THE ALLEGED CHILD SEX TRAFFICKING EXPOSED BY THE BBC EYE DOCUMENTARY  Amnesty Kenya

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26 h. ago Proposed law sparks backlash over President’s role in Senior Counsel awards

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 15 — The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) and the Senior Counsel Bar have rejected a proposed amendment to the Advocates Act that would give the President unilateral authority to confer the prestigious rank of Senior Counsel. In a statement on Thursday, LSK President Faith Odhiambo warned that the proposal threatens to […] The post Proposed law sparks backlash over President’s role in Senior Counsel awards appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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28 h. ago CJ Koome slams executive over attacks on judges after Ruto bail protest

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 15 — Chief Justice Martha Koome has hit back at President William Ruto’s criticism of anticipatory bail, warning the Executive against undermining judicial independence through public attacks on judges. Speaking at the Law Society of Kenya Annual Conference in Kwale on Thursday, Koome said grievances with court decisions — even by the […] The post CJ Koome slams executive over attacks on judges after Ruto bail protest appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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28 h. ago Mudavadi: Local missteps harm and scare foreign investors at counties

HOMA BAY, Kenya, Aug 15 – Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has warned against harming foreign investors at county levels saying it damages bilateral relations and erodes investor confidence.  Mudavadi, also the Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs said foreign investments just like local investments in our respective counties must be properly safeguarded.  He […] The post Mudavadi: Local missteps harm and scare foreign investors at counties appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

Economics

32 h. ago Malala Alleges Sinister Assassination Plot Against Rigathi Gachagua

The Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) has alleged that the government is plotting to abduct former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua when he returns from the United States. In a Thursday, August 14 statement, DCP Deputy Party Leader Cleophas Malala said Deputy President Kithure Kindiki and Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen had issued public threats to arrest Gachagua. Malala further alleged that the party had received credible intelligence pointing to a more sinister plan. “While our Party Leader was abroad forging a path for democratic renewal, the regime was hatching a dangerous and cold-blooded plot. Deputy President Kithure Kindiki and The post Malala Alleges Sinister Assassination Plot Against Rigathi Gachagua appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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32 h. ago Ruto Accuses MPs of Running “Extortion Rings” and Judges of Shielding Graft Suspects

President William Ruto identified Parliament and the Judiciary as the weakest links in Kenya’s war against corruption, accusing lawmakers of soliciting bribes instead of exercising proper oversight. The President claimed that some parliamentary committees have morphed into “extortion rings,” allegedly demanding money from witnesses in exchange for favorable reports. Speaking in Homa Bay, he also accused the Judiciary of enabling corruption by granting anticipatory bail to suspects. Ruto said state officers have fallen prey to parliamentary committee extortion and urged the Speakers of both the Senate and the National Assembly to take action. He stressed that Parliament, like any other The post Ruto Accuses MPs of Running “Extortion Rings” and Judges of Shielding Graft Suspects appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Sport

32 h. ago Thika’s Road to City Status: Wamatangi Makes Strong Case in Senate

Thika town is steadily moving closer to city status, with Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi leading the charge in the Senate. The Senate Devolution Committee, chaired by Wajir Senator Abass Mohamed, has already begun hearings on the proposal. During the hearings, Governor Wamatangi described Thika as one of Kenya’s fastest emerging industrial hubs with a thriving manufacturing sector that is still attracting investors. Formerly called the “Birmingham of Africa” due to its good climate, farming fertility, town planning, cultural heritage, and industrial growth, Wamatangi said Thika nows offers tremendous potential for development with available land and its location along the Trans-Africa The post Thika’s Road to City Status: Wamatangi Makes Strong Case in Senate appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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43 h. ago Kenya: Senator Ali Roba urges Ruto govt to shield Mandera from Somalia’s unending wars: “At all costs”

Kenya: Senator Ali Roba urges Ruto govt to shield Mandera from Somalia’s unending wars: “At all costs”  Horseed Media

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44 h. ago Kindiki warns against ‘useless trickery’ in Baringo primaries as UDA eyes crucial Senate seat

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 14 — Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has urged officials of the ruling party to ensure a fair and transparent process for selecting a single candidate in the upcoming Baringo Senate by-election, warning that internal divisions could cost UDA the seat. Speaking while hosting 3,000 grassroots leaders from Baringo, Kindiki said the party […] The post Kindiki warns against ‘useless trickery’ in Baringo primaries as UDA eyes crucial Senate seat appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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46 h. ago BBC denies paying interviewees in Maai Mahiu child trafficking exposé

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 14 – The BBC has denied paying or coaching interviewees featured in its explosive documentary on Kenya’s child sex trade in Maai Mahiu, following allegations from the government that some accounts in the film were fabricated. In a statement released Thursday, BBC News described the BBC Africa Eye investigation — Madams: Exposing […] The post BBC denies paying interviewees in Maai Mahiu child trafficking exposé appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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49 h. ago Ajua Merges with RMS to Lead Kenya’s CX Market, Eyes West Africa Return

Ajua Merges with RMS to Lead Kenya’s CX Market, Eyes West Africa Return - Tech | Business | Economy  Techeconomy

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52 h. ago Govt Sends Special Team to Probe Siakago Arson, Warns Rogue Officers

NAIROBI, Kenya Aug 13 – The government has dispatched a special investigative team to Siakago Town, Mbeere North, following two days of unrest that left several businesses reduced to ashes and residents nursing injuries. Public Service, Human Capital Development and Special Programmes Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku, addressing a community meeting at the Mbeere North Deputy […] The post Govt Sends Special Team to Probe Siakago Arson, Warns Rogue Officers appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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56 h. ago “We Want Ksh16M Too”: Kingi’s Humorous Appeal to Ruto After Senators Thrash Governors 5 Nil

There was a moment of humor at the Devolution Conference in Homa Bay when Senate Speaker Amason Kingi playfully dared President William Ruto to reward senators for their recent football victory over governors. Senator Kingi proposed that senators be rewarded for having defeated governors 5–0, just as the President had previously rewarded national team Harambee Stars for its victory against Morocco, Angola, and Congo. Addressing the conference on Wednesday, 13 August 2025, Kingi argued that the Senate’s Bunge FC squad, which also deserved the sort of accolades given to the Harambee Stars. “In keeping with your generosity, Mr President, that The post “We Want Ksh16M Too”: Kingi’s Humorous Appeal to Ruto After Senators Thrash Governors 5 Nil appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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56 h. ago Nairobi Leads in County Revenue Allocation as Ruto Approves Ksh415B Share

President William Ruto signed into law the County Allocation of Revenue Bill, 2025, and the County Public Finance Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2023, raising counties’ equitable share of national revenue to Ksh415 billion from Ksh387.4 billion for the financial year 2025/2026. The County Allocation of Revenue Bill, sponsored by Senate Finance and Budget Committee chair Ali Roba, details how the Ksh415 billion will be distributed among Kenya’s 47 counties using the revenue-sharing formula approved by Parliament. Nairobi County will receive the highest share at Ksh21.4 billion, then Nakuru at Ksh14.4 billion, Turkana at Ksh13.8 billion, and Kakamega at Ksh13.6 billion. Taita The post Nairobi Leads in County Revenue Allocation as Ruto Approves Ksh415B Share appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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