40 h. ago Karura Forest Spared as Court Slashes Kiambu Road Expansion Land

The Environment and Land Court in Milimani has delivered a significant win for environmental defenders, ruling that only 0.1233 hectares of Karura Forest can be allocated for the expansion of Kiambu Road – a drastic reduction from the 51.64 acres licensed to the Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) by the Kenya Forest Service (KFS). In its Thursday judgment, the court also annulled two special user licenses previously issued by KFS, citing the lack of public participation in the decision-making process. This landmark ruling follows months of legal wrangling after the Greenbelt Movement filed a petition in December last year, opposing The post Karura Forest Spared as Court Slashes Kiambu Road Expansion Land appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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57 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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63 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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3 d. ago Senator Hezena Wins Court Protection Against Estranged Boyfriend

Nominated Senator Hezena Lemaletian has obtained temporary court orders protecting her from her estranged boyfriend, Musa Hussein Lenyumpa, banning him from contacting or harassing her in any way. In his ruling, Magistrate Festus Terer prohibited Musa from assaulting, threatening, harassing, or interfering with the senator’s well-being. The court also barred him from using her name, image, or likeness for personal or commercial gain, publishing any information about her, or accessing her home or workplace until further orders are given. Represented by lawyer Danstan Omari, the ODM-nominated Senator told the court that their relationship was limited to a Samburu customary courtship, The post Senator Hezena Wins Court Protection Against Estranged Boyfriend appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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3 d. ago Governor Wanga Aims to Transform Homa Bay into Kenya’s Cape Town

Homa Bay County Governor Gladys Wanga has launched a bold vision to transform Homa Bay into a top tourist and investment hub, drawing lessons from Cape Town, South Africa. Speaking on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, in Homa Bay, ahead of the Devolution Conference, Wanga cited the county’s vast untapped potential in tourism, the blue economy, and urbanization. She pointed out that Homa Bay boasts the longest coastline along Lake Victoria and thus a unique advantage to transform the county by its wide beachfront. “We are hoping to be the Cape Town of Kenya because we have the longest stretch of The post Governor Wanga Aims to Transform Homa Bay into Kenya’s Cape Town appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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4 d. ago Kenya Cuts Key Rate for Seventh Time in Row to Bolster Economy

Kenya Cuts Key Rate for Seventh Time in Row to Bolster Economy  Bloomberg.com

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5 d. ago China’s Foshan city winning battle against chikungunya fever

BEIJING, China, Aug 11 — The city of Foshan in Guangdong province is winning the battle against chikungunya fever, with more than 90 percent of patients there having been cured and discharged from hospitals, and the number of new cases witnessing a significant reduction over the weekend. Among the recovered patients, the oldest is 95 […] The post China’s Foshan city winning battle against chikungunya fever appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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5 d. ago CHAN 2024: Kenya’s footballers to be paid bonuses for CHAN wins

CHAN 2024: Kenya’s footballers to be paid bonuses for CHAN wins  Sportstar

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5 d. ago Introduction to financing the future of smartphone access in Kenya’s informal economy report

Introduction to financing the future of smartphone access in Kenya’s informal economy report  Canalys

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5 d. ago Kenya’s Fiscal Consolidation Can’t Be Pushed Further, Mbadi Says

Kenya’s Fiscal Consolidation Can’t Be Pushed Further, Mbadi Says  Bloomberg.com

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5 d. ago Mbadi reaffirms Govt’s commitment to compensate protest victims

Mbadi clarified that the program will also include compensation for police officers who have been injured or killed in the line of duty while maintaining law and order during the demonstrations

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5 d. ago Web System To Curb Corruption Takes The Day at YSK’s 8th National STEM Exhibition

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 11 – Two students from Nova Pioneer Boys High School Eldoret, Kon Lual Ajok and Ian Mwadiloh have emerged as the overall winners of the 8th Young Scientists Kenya (YSK) National Science and Technology Exhibition. Their blockchain-powered project, Afronomy Chain, is a web system that enables real-time tracking of public funds from […] The post Web System To Curb Corruption Takes The Day at YSK’s 8th National STEM Exhibition appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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5 d. ago Song, dance as Kenyans celebrate Harambee Stars after historic win over Morocco

Song, dance as Kenyans celebrate Harambee Stars after historic win over Morocco  MSN

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6 d. ago Impressive Kenya close in on knockout stages of African Nations Championship after Group A win against Morocco

Impressive Kenya close in on knockout stages of African Nations Championship after Group A win against Morocco  Flashscore.com

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7 d. ago Kenya newspapers review: John Mbadi, Kipchumba Murkomen face jail time over e

Kenya newspapers review: John Mbadi, Kipchumba Murkomen face jail time over e-Citizen charge  MSN

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8 d. ago Kenya’s gig economy experiencing explosive growth, but digital rights risks persist

Kenya’s gig economy experiencing explosive growth, but digital rights risks persist - BAKE  The Eastleigh Voice

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9 d. ago WORLD Muslim prisoners, Kenya’s vote, Canadian travelers, Pride parades

WORLD Muslim prisoners, Kenya’s vote, Canadian travelers, Pride parades  Windy City Times

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9 d. ago Digital Vaccination Drive in Kenya Aims to Boost Meat and Dairy Production In Rural Economy

Digital Vaccination Drive in Kenya Aims to Boost Meat and Dairy Production In Rural Economy  Travel And Tour World

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9 d. ago CHAN CHAN: Kenya will not drop guard despite DR Congo win – Omija

CHAN CHAN: Kenya will not drop guard despite DR Congo win – Omija  Africa Top Sports

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9 d. ago Govt to Sell KPC Shares as CS Mbadi Eyes Ksh100 Billion Privatisation Windfall

The National Treasury aims to collect around Ksh100 billion from the sale of Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) shares through an Initial Public Offering (IPO) at the Nairobi Securities Exchange. The proceeds will help fund key development projects and reduce Kenya’s reliance on borrowing. A Sessional Paper tabled in Parliament on May 5, 2025, outlines the proposed KPC privatisation, which the Treasury says is critical to financing the 2025/26 national budget. Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi told MPs the IPO will support public service delivery, infrastructure development, and long-term economic goals. He noted that the proposed privatisation balances economic empowerment, national The post Govt to Sell KPC Shares as CS Mbadi Eyes Ksh100 Billion Privatisation Windfall appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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