10 h. ago Orengo Assures Siaya Residents Flagship Projects Fully Funded Despite Delays

KISUMU, Kenya, Dec 10 – Siaya Governor James Orengo has assured residents that flagship county projects remain fully funded and on course despite visible delays caused by slow Exchequer releases from the National Treasury. Speaking to the media on Tuesday after delivering the State of the County Address at the Siaya County Assembly, Orengo said […] The post Orengo Assures Siaya Residents Flagship Projects Fully Funded Despite Delays appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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17 h. ago Police Launch Search After Four Juveniles Escape From Kisumu Children Remand Home

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 9 — Police in Kisumu have opened investigations after four juvenile remandees escaped from the Kisumu Children Remand Home on Monday. The minors, three aged 17 and one aged 13, reportedly fled through the roof of the store within the facility. As of Tuesday, the four had not yet been rearrested. According […] The post Police Launch Search After Four Juveniles Escape From Kisumu Children Remand Home appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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19 h. ago Betty Bayo’s Mother Alleges Foul Play, Demands Inquest into Gospel Singer’s Death

The mother of late gospel singer Betty Bayo is calling on authorities to launch an official inquest into her daughter’s untimely death. Bayo passed away on November 10, 2025, at Kenyatta National Hospital, where she had been receiving medical treatment. A family spokesperson, joined by the singer’s husband Hiram Gitau, confirmed that she succumbed to leukaemia. Now, Joyce Wairimu Mbugua, Bayo’s mother, has petitioned the Director of Public Prosecution (DPP) through Omenke Andeje & Company Advocates, seeking an urgent investigation into the circumstances surrounding her daughter’s death. The family suspects foul play in the demise of the ‘11th Hour’ hitmaker. The post Betty Bayo’s Mother Alleges Foul Play, Demands Inquest into Gospel Singer’s Death appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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33 h. ago Nairobi’s Eastlands community receives 2 buses to support income generation

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 9 — Shining Hope for Communities (SHOFCO) has donated two fully equipped buses to Nairobi’s Eastlands community, a move aimed at boosting income-generation initiatives and improving access to affordable transport services. The SHOFCO Urban Network (SUN)-branded buses were officially handed over during a vibrant ceremony in Embakasi West, attended by hundreds of […] The post Nairobi’s Eastlands community receives 2 buses to support income generation appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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34 h. ago Silent Warrior 2025 opens in Nairobi as global SOF leaders tackle evolving threats

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 9 – The Vice Chief of the Defence Forces (VCDF), Lieutenant General John Omenda, on Monday presided over the official opening of the Silent Warrior 2025 Conference in Nairobi on behalf of the Chief of the Defence Forces, General Charles Kahariri. The forum brings together senior military leaders from Africa, the United […] The post Silent Warrior 2025 opens in Nairobi as global SOF leaders tackle evolving threats appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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35 h. ago President William Ruto at the official launch of the Tsavo West Rhino Sanctuary. State House Kenya William Samoei Ruto Kenya Wildlife Service

President William Ruto at the official launch of the Tsavo West Rhino Sanctuary. State House Kenya William Samoei Ruto Kenya Wildlife Service  facebook.com

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37 h. ago Sanitation governance and its implications on environmental health in Nakuru City, Kenya

Sanitation governance and its implications on environmental health in Nakuru City, Kenya  German Institute of Development and Sustainability (IDOS)

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43 h. ago Govt Officials, MPs Linked to Recruitment Scams Exploiting Kenyans in Gulf States

Senators have accused several government officers and Members of Parliament of running rogue recruitment agencies that leave desperate Kenyans stranded abroad after promising lucrative jobs. Lawmakers allege that some officials in the Ministries of Labour and Foreign Affairs, along with members of the National Assembly’s Departmental Committee on Labour, maintain ties to unscrupulous firms exploiting job seekers. The allegations surfaced following testimonies from Kenyan migrant workers stranded in Qatar during a visit by the Senate Standing Committee on Trade and Tourism. Embu Senator Alexander Mundigi described how these agencies, some linked to MPs and officials, lure job seekers only to The post Govt Officials, MPs Linked to Recruitment Scams Exploiting Kenyans in Gulf States appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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43 h. ago Kenyans Assured of Stable Electricity Supply During Festive Season

Kenyans can look forward to a reliable and sufficient electricity supply during the festive season, the Kenya Electricity Generating Company (KenGen) has assured. In a statement on Monday, KenGen pointed out that its Seven Forks hydro cascade is producing at high capacity, supplying the country with plenty of renewable, low-cost electricity amid unpredictable global energy prices. “As of the morning of December 8, total hydro generation from the system stood at 473.14MW against an installed capacity of 600.4MW,” said KenGen Managing Director and CEO, Eng. Peter Njenga. Reservoir Levels Healthy, Generation Stable According to the latest dam readings from KenGen, The post Kenyans Assured of Stable Electricity Supply During Festive Season appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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50 h. ago KHRC demands suspension of Ikolomani gold mine after violent Public forum

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 8 – The Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC) has called on the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) to immediately suspend the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) process for the proposed Ikolomani Gold Mine by Shanta Gold following a violent public participation session on December 4. KHRC said the forum, intended as […] The post KHRC demands suspension of Ikolomani gold mine after violent Public forum appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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52 h. ago MoH publishes full Kenya–US health deal after public pressure

NAIROBI, Kenya Dec 8 – The Ministry of Health has released the full 37-page agreement on the Sh208 billion Kenya–US Health Cooperation Framework, making the document publicly accessible for the first time. In a statement shared on its official X handle, the Ministry said the publication was done “in line with Article 35 on Access […] The post MoH publishes full Kenya–US health deal after public pressure appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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57 h. ago Sigei urges collective action to uphold human rights at 2025 High Court Summit

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 8 — Realisation of the Bill of Rights requires joint commitment from all three arms of government and both levels of governance, the Chairperson of the Senate Standing Committee on Justice, Legal Affairs and Human Rights, Senator Hillary Sigei, has said. Speaking when he officially opened the 2025 High Court Human Rights […] The post Sigei urges collective action to uphold human rights at 2025 High Court Summit appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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60 h. ago Arati, Barasa Tie for Top Position in Politrack Africa County Governance Index

Arati and Barasa, both first-term governors, were lauded for consistent progress in infrastructure expansion, prudent fiscal management, and improved social services.

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62 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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62 h. ago National Assembly Opens Public Participation on Safaricom 15% Stake Sale Amid Backlash

NAIROBI, Kenya Dec 8 – The National Assembly has officially initiated the public participation process for the government’s plan to sell a 15% stake in Safaricom PLC. This proposed partial divestment, contained in Sessional Paper No. 3 of 2025, is expected to raise approximately Sh244.5 billion but has drawn sharp criticism regarding potential undervaluation and […] The post National Assembly Opens Public Participation on Safaricom 15% Stake Sale Amid Backlash appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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64 h. ago City Hall Clarifies Tariff and Pricing Policy, Dismisses Parking Fee Hike Claims

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 8 – The Nairobi County Government has clarified the purpose of the newly introduced Tariff and Pricing Policy 2025–2030, dismissing claims circulating in some media that parking fees in the capital will be raised from Sh300 to Sh520. The county’s Receiver of Revenue, Tiras Njoroge explained that the policy is a strategic […] The post City Hall Clarifies Tariff and Pricing Policy, Dismisses Parking Fee Hike Claims appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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4 d. ago 𝐊𝐢𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐮’𝐬 𝐒𝐡𝟓.𝟖 𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐡𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝟗𝟎 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 Kisumu is set for a major housing shake

𝐊𝐢𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐮’𝐬 𝐒𝐡𝟓.𝟖 𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐡𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝟗𝟎 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 Kisumu is set for a major housing shake-up as the Sh5.8 billion Lumumba Affordable Housing Project, one of the largest in the Nyanza region nears completion,  facebook.com

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4 d. ago The Lumumba Affordable Housing Project: Transforming the Skyline of Kisumu City

KISUMU, Kenya Dec 6 – It’s lunch hour, the over 1200 workers at Lumumba Affordable Housing Project gather outside for a quick lunch. There are over 10 serving points maned by different ‘Mathe wa Food’ as the workers fondly refer to them. This is replicated everyday as the Project gathers momentum towards its completion slated […] The post The Lumumba Affordable Housing Project: Transforming the Skyline of Kisumu City appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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5 d. ago Sweden to cut Aid to Tanzania, Mozambique, Liberia, Bolivia, Zimbabwe, redirect funds to Ukraine

Officials indicated that the transition will occur gradually to allow affected countries to adjust and seek alternative support sources.

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5 d. ago 19 Doctors in Garissa finally get Permanent and Pensionable Terms After County–KMPDU Talks

NAIROBI, Kenya Dec 5 – Garissa County has agreed to confirm 19 doctors, currently on two-year contracts to Permanent and Pensionable terms once their contracts expire next year. This was among key resolutions reached in a meeting between Governor Nathif Jama and Kenya Medical Practitioners Pharmacists & Dentists Union (KMPDU) officials. The county also committed […] The post 19 Doctors in Garissa finally get Permanent and Pensionable Terms After County–KMPDU Talks appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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