33 h. ago JKIA Detectives Nab Woman with 626 Grams of Ingested Cocaine

Anti-Narcotics detectives at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) arrested a 26-year-old woman, Wendy Mbeke Muli, for attempting to smuggle cocaine hidden in her body. Detectives intercepted Mbeke on June 13, 2025, just before she boarded an outbound flight, after her suspicious behavior raised red flags during routine screening. Officers immediately subjected her to a thorough search and placed her under medical observation after confirming she had ingested foreign substances. While in custody, Mbeke excreted two drug pellets later that day and six more on June 14, bringing the total to eight pellets. The seized pellets contained cocaine weighing approximately 626.65 The post JKIA Detectives Nab Woman with 626 Grams of Ingested Cocaine appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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51 h. ago PS Omollo urges politicians not to use Albert Ojwang’s death for personal gains

KISUMU, Kenya, Jun 15 – Politicians in the country have been warned against using the untimely death of blogger Albert Ojwang in a police cell to advance their political interests. Principal Secretary Ministry of Interior and National Coordination Raymond Omollo says it is unfortunate that politicians have turned the death into a political duel. Omollo […] The post PS Omollo urges politicians not to use Albert Ojwang’s death for personal gains appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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4 d. ago Health Crisis Deepens as Fake Medicines Kill 100,000 Africans Each Year

NAIROBI, Kenya | June 13 – A newly released white paper warns that falsified antimalarial drugs are contributing to over 100,000 preventable deaths annually in Africa, underscoring a growing crisis in medicine distribution across the continent. The report, published jointly by CFAO, a leading pharmaceutical distributor in Africa, and the OPALS Foundation, reveals that one […] The post Health Crisis Deepens as Fake Medicines Kill 100,000 Africans Each Year appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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4 d. ago Kenya’s Pivotal Role in Advancing Peacekeeping: A Decade of Partnership with the Triangular Partnership Programme

Kenya’s Pivotal Role in Advancing Peacekeeping: A Decade of Partnership with the Triangular Partnership Programme  Welcome to the United Nations

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4 d. ago Govt Eyes Fresh IMF Financing to Stabilize Economy as Ksh465B Programme Nears Expiry

Kenya has formally approached the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to negotiate a new financing agreement as its current IMF-supported programmes approach their end. The government has relied heavily on the Extended Credit Facility (ECF) and Extended Fund Facility (EFF), which have provided over Ksh388 billion in funding during a time of severe debt strain. The IMF acknowledged receiving Kenya’s request and announced plans to send a mission team to Nairobi in September 2025 to begin formal negotiations. Speaking at a press briefing on June 11, 2025, Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) Governor Kamau Thugge confirmed that the government had already The post Govt Eyes Fresh IMF Financing to Stabilize Economy as Ksh465B Programme Nears Expiry appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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5 d. ago EACC Targets Salary Recovery as Officials Arrested Over Fake Academic Credentials

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 11–The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has arrested five individuals accused of fraudulently securing employment in public service using forged academic documents—setting the stage for not only criminal prosecution but also recovery of salaries and benefits paid out over the years. According to the Commission, the suspects—some still in office and others […] The post EACC Targets Salary Recovery as Officials Arrested Over Fake Academic Credentials appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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6 d. ago Man Dies in Naivasha After a Giraffe Kick, as Villagers Decry Delayed Compensation

A late-night ride turned tragic for 28-year-old boda boda operator Emmanuel Ekeno after a giraffe knocked him off his motorcycle on June 6 along a rural stretch of road near Kasarani, Naivasha North constituency. He died on the spot, becoming the first local fatality linked to a giraffe even as residents grapple with a string of earlier hippo and buffalo assaults. Emmanuel was seemingly kicked multiple times, including ramming him against the tarmac. The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) dispatched rangers to restrain the giraffe so police could collect Emmanuel’s body, but neighbours say help came too late. “Tulijua ni huyo The post Man Dies in Naivasha After a Giraffe Kick, as Villagers Decry Delayed Compensation appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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6 d. ago DOJO Sphere X vs. Flavour Beast Mode Max: Which Disposable Vape Reigns Supreme?

Are you stuck between Dojo Sphere X and Flavour Beast Mode Max? Not sure which one gives better value, stronger hits, or longer-lasting flavor? With so many advanced features packed into each device, it’s easy to feel stuck. Both vapes are popular in the disposable market for a reason. One is sleek, bright, and packed with tech, while the other is compact, powerful, and famous for its bold flavors. Choosing the right one can be tricky, especially when both offer so much. In this article, we’ll compare both devices side by side. We’ll cover design, features, performance, and overall value The post DOJO Sphere X vs. Flavour Beast Mode Max: Which Disposable Vape Reigns Supreme? appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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6 d. ago The Federation of Kenya Pharmaceutical Manufacturers (FKPM) Delegation Meets Health Principal Secretary to Advance Local Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

The Federation of Kenya Pharmaceutical Manufacturers (FKPM) Delegation Meets Health Principal Secretary to Advance Local Pharmaceutical Manufacturing  ZAWYA

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9 d. ago Kenya’s Kassait among 3 finalists for global Cybersecurity and Privacy Law Award

NAIROBI, Kenya Jun 8- Data Commissioner, Immaculate Kassait, has been named one of three finalists for this year’s Cybersecurity or Privacy Law Woman Professional award. The Office of the Data Commissioner lauded Kassait’s nomination, describing it as a recognition of her leadership and unwavering commitment to advancing data protection, privacy, and digital trust in Kenya […] The post Kenya’s Kassait among 3 finalists for global Cybersecurity and Privacy Law Award appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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1 week ago President Ruto to host Africa Green Industrialisation Initiative talks

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 7 — President William Ruto is set to host a High-Level Consultative Meeting at State House, Nairobi, aimed at advancing the Africa Green Industrialisation Initiative (AGII)—a continent-wide effort to position Africa as a global leader in green manufacturing and climate-smart industrialisation. The Friday meeting, convened in collaboration with the African Continental Free […] The post President Ruto to host Africa Green Industrialisation Initiative talks appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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1 week ago Treasury on the spot Over Controversial Plan to Raise Road Levy

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 5 – The National Treasury is facing sharp criticism from Parliament over a secretive plan to raise the Road Maintenance Levy by an additional Sh5 per litre of fuel to back a controversial securitisation deal, a move lawmakers say bypasses legal and legislative oversight. Appearing before the Public Debt and Budget Committee, […]

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1 week ago 90 military officers from Kenya, 15 allied states graduate from Senior Joint Command and Staff Course

NAIROBI, Kenya, June 5— Ninety military officers from Kenya and 15 allied nations have successfully completed a rigorous 48-week Senior Joint Command and Staff Course at the Joint Command and Staff College (JCSC) in Karen, Nairobi. The program is designed to equip mid-level officers with advanced leadership skills and strategic thinking capabilities. The course prepares […] The post 90 military officers from Kenya, 15 allied states graduate from Senior Joint Command and Staff Course appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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1 week ago KNUT demands 60pc salary increment as current CBA comes to an end

KERUGOYA, Kenya, Jun 4 – The Kenya National Union of Teachers is now demanding a 60 percent salary increment and a 30 percent increase in allowances. According to the union’s Secretary General Hesbon Otieno, the current Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) is set to expire on June 30 and teachers are expected to negotiate new terms […] The post KNUT demands 60pc salary increment as current CBA comes to an end appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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1 week ago Mudavadi in Zambia for 13th Ministerial Meeting of the African Union Committee of 10 Heads of State and Government

The high-level meeting, which began Tuesday, brings together representatives from ten African countries to advance the continent’s call for greater representation in global governance, particularly within the UNSC.

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1 week ago MTRH on the spot over unrecovered Intern salary advances, expired drugs

NAIROBI, Kenya June 4 – Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital (MTRH) was put on the spot by the National Assembly’s Public Investments Committee on Social Services, Administration and Agriculture over financial and operational irregularities flagged by the Auditor-General. Appearing before the Committee chaired by Navakholo MP Emmanuel Wangwe, MTRH Chief Executive Officer Philip Kirwa was […] The post MTRH on the spot over unrecovered Intern salary advances, expired drugs appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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2 w. ago Medical Supplies Firm Rolls Out 98 CT Scans, 400 Theatres and Labs in Kenyan Counties

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 2 – Sunview Medipro International has officially launched Phase 1 of a large-scale installation of advanced medical equipment across public health facilities at the national, county, and sub-county levels in Kenya. This transformative project, implemented under the National Equipment Service Program (NESP) by the Ministry of Health (MoH) in collaboration with the […] The post Medical Supplies Firm Rolls Out 98 CT Scans, 400 Theatres and Labs in Kenyan Counties appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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2 w. ago Aga Khan University Hospital inks deal to offer procedures costing up to Sh700,000 under SHA

NAIROBI,Kenya, May 28 — Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi (AKUH), has signed a strategic agreement with the Social Health Authority to offer advanced medical procedures, including kidney transplants and heart surgeries, with no out-of-pocket costs. Health Cabinet Secreatry Aden Duale signed the agreement with the facility’s CEO during an official ceremony at Aga Khan University’s […] The post Aga Khan University Hospital inks deal to offer procedures costing up to Sh700,000 under SHA appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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2 w. ago MoH urges sustained vigilance against tobacco, deceptive industry practices

According to the 2022 Tobacco and Drug Abuse Survey (TADSAS), tobacco use among adults aged 15 to 65 has declined to 8.5 per cent, down from 11.6 per cent in 2014.

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2 w. ago Mexican Meth Lab Bust In Kenya Reveals Shifting Nature Of Drug Trafficking In Africa

Mexican Meth Lab Bust In Kenya Reveals Shifting Nature Of Drug Trafficking In Africa  Eurasia Review

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