14 h. ago Destination Portfolio: Wasini Channel, Kenya, Matthew Sullivan

Destination Portfolio: Wasini Channel, Kenya, Matthew Sullivan  DivePhotoGuide

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3 d. ago Global Child Deaths Set to Rise for the First Time in 25 Years, Gates Foundation Warns, Urging Action From Leaders

NAIROBI, Kenya Dec 4 – The number of children dying before their fifth birthday is projected to rise for the first time this century, reversing decades of global progress, according to new data in the Gates Foundation’s 2025 Goalkeepers Report released today. The report shows that 4.6 million children died before age five in 2024, […] The post Global Child Deaths Set to Rise for the First Time in 25 Years, Gates Foundation Warns, Urging Action From Leaders appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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4 d. ago Hotcake destination: How Dubai is courting travellers from Kenya

Hotcake destination: How Dubai is courting travellers from Kenya  Business Daily

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4 d. ago Mandera Joins Wajir, Garissa, and Lamu Counties in UK’s Latest Travel Warning Amid Rising Safety Concerns in Kenya– Is Your Destination Safe?

Mandera Joins Wajir, Garissa, and Lamu Counties in UK’s Latest Travel Warning Amid Rising Safety Concerns in Kenya– Is Your Destination Safe?  Travel And Tour World

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4 d. ago Wamatangi demands IG Kanja’s attention after bullet pierced neighbour’s roof

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 3 – Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi has raised concerns about his safety after a live bullet pierced the roof of a neighbor’s house near his Kibiku residence in Kabete on Sunday afternoon. The incident occurred while the Governor was inspecting his home, prompting questions about the circumstances under which the shot was […] The post Wamatangi demands IG Kanja’s attention after bullet pierced neighbour’s roof appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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4 d. ago NTSA, Police Roll Out Tough Festive Crackdown to Curb Holiday Road Carnage

Transport authorities have urged the public to exercise extra caution on the roads this festive season, even as they roll out tougher patrols, mobile courts, and stronger enforcement designed to curb the annual spike in December accidents. Matatu operators and safety agencies are already warning of rising cases of reckless driving, driver fatigue, poorly maintained vehicles, and general indiscipline along major highways. To address these concerns, the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) and the National Police Service have confirmed the deployment of more officers to ensure strict compliance with traffic laws. NTSA director of road safety Andrew Kiplagat stated The post NTSA, Police Roll Out Tough Festive Crackdown to Curb Holiday Road Carnage appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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4 d. ago Galana Kulalu Declared Special Economic Zone in Kenya’s Largest Land Commercialisation Drive

Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe has officially gazetted Galana Kulalu as a Special Economic Zone (SEZ), a strategic move aimed at unlocking Kenya’s large-scale farming potential and attracting global agribusiness investment. CS Kagwe made the announcement on Tuesday during a briefing on the government’s ongoing agricultural transformation initiatives. He explained that SEZ status will accelerate value addition in edible oils, cereals, horticulture, livestock, and industrial crops, while providing investors with tax incentives, simplified regulatory approvals, and enhanced infrastructure support. “Designating Galana Kulalu as a Special Economic Zone will position Kenya as a top destination for agricultural investment,” Kagwe said. The The post Galana Kulalu Declared Special Economic Zone in Kenya’s Largest Land Commercialisation Drive appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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1 week ago Mexico Joins Spain, Italy, Switzerland, France and Kenya as Fodors Warns Against Travel to These Destinations in 2026, Here Is What You Need To Know

Mexico Joins Spain, Italy, Switzerland, France and Kenya as Fodors Warns Against Travel to These Destinations in 2026, Here Is What You Need To Know  Travel And Tour World

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2 w. ago How Scammers Are Targeting Kenyans Through Sophisticated UK Visa Fraud

Kenyans intending to travel to the United Kingdom have been advised to be very careful following the unmasking of a highly organized visa scam ring by the UK government. The warning has come out at a period when fraudulent deals that take advantage of anxiety and desperation among applicants are on the rise. The British High Commission in Kenya warned in a statement on Monday that fraudsters have scaled up their tactics, calling, emailing, and creating fake websites to dupe applicants into revealing personal information. “If you receive an unexpected email, telephone call or letter from someone who claims to The post How Scammers Are Targeting Kenyans Through Sophisticated UK Visa Fraud appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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2 w. ago Duale: Muslim and Northeastern Communities Will ‘Pay Back’ Ruto at the Ballot

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale on Sunday hailed President William Ruto for transformative initiatives benefiting the North Eastern region and the broader Muslim community, asserting that the people “will pay back” through the ballot in the 2027 elections. Speaking in Wajir town during the historic coronation of Sultan Abdirahman Sultan Hussein, where he was the chief guest, Duale applauded the President for a landmark policy that has eased access to national identification documents for residents of Garissa, Wajir, Mandera, and other counties. For decades, communities in Kenya’s border regions had to contend with bureaucratic impediments, discrimination, and unnecessary vetting before The post Duale: Muslim and Northeastern Communities Will ‘Pay Back’ Ruto at the Ballot appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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3 w. ago Kenya imposes $5,000 levy for containers destined for South Sudan

Kenya imposes $5,000 levy for containers destined for South Sudan  Radio Tamazuj

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3 w. ago Study Exposes Toxic Mercury in Popular Skin Whitening Products Sold Online and Locally

A new study has found that about half of skin-lightening creams sold on the market contain high, unsafe levels of mercury: a potent neurotoxin that can affect a range of body parts from the kidneys, nervous system, and skin, down to one’s immune and respiratory systems. The findings have revived concerns about the safety of popular cosmetic products, especially those marketed as “lightening” or “brightening” creams. The research, conducted by the Zero Mercury Working Group (ZMWG) and titled “Zero out toxic production: End the unscrupulous manufacturing of mercury-added skin whiteners,” found mercury concentrations in some creams thousands of times above The post Study Exposes Toxic Mercury in Popular Skin Whitening Products Sold Online and Locally appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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