25 m. ago U.S. Embassy, CS Duale Move to Calm Fears Over Kenya’s Patient Data Privacy

The Ministry of Health has dismissed allegations that the government traded off Kenyans’ personal medical data under the newly signed health cooperation deal between Kenya and the United States. Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale issued a statement on Sunday reaffirming that the agreement clearly safeguards Kenya’s ownership of all health data and the intellectual property associated with the systems covered under the deal. According to Duale, the framework focuses strictly on aggregate-level data, such as national reports and dashboard summaries, and does not authorize the sharing of private information, including names, ID numbers, phone contacts, physical addresses, or individual medical The post U.S. Embassy, CS Duale Move to Calm Fears Over Kenya’s Patient Data Privacy appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Politics

26 m. ago “Ruto is Selling Everything that is Working”: Gachagua Uses Cow Metaphor to Criticize Safaricom Sale

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has sharply criticized President William Ruto for selling off key national assets, including Safaricom, without involving the public. Speaking on Sunday, December 7, 2025, during a church service at Christian Dominion Ministries in Kasarani, Nairobi, Gachagua warned that Kenya is losing vital institutions that have historically driven the economy. He argued that the government’s decision to sell Safaricom shares undervalues one of the country’s most profitable enterprises. “The country is being sold every day. Safaricom has been one of the greatest revenue generators for our country, about Ksh18B to Ksh20B every year. Sasa share moja The post “Ruto is Selling Everything that is Working”: Gachagua Uses Cow Metaphor to Criticize Safaricom Sale appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Economics

28 m. ago “Not a Normal Election”: Kalonzo Predicts Turbulent 2027 if Trends Persist

Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has warned that the 2027 General Election may not resemble a normal democratic contest if current governance and political patterns continue. Kalonzo delivered the warning on Saturday, December 6, during the Lower Eastern Advocates Forum end-of-year celebrations in Machakos County. The event, which started at 6pm and ran past midnight, brought together judges, magistrates, advocates, and regional leaders including Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti and Makueni Governor Mutula Kilonzo Junior. “This country is in a revolutionary mode. What you are going to see next time isn’t a normal election,” Kalonzo said. Claims of Flawed By-Elections and The post “Not a Normal Election”: Kalonzo Predicts Turbulent 2027 if Trends Persist appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Politics

30 m. ago Gachagua to ODM: “You Don’t Have to Sit With Me, Sit With Kalonzo”

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has doubled down on his commitment to a united Opposition, vowing that the United Opposition coalition will field a single presidential candidate to challenge President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election. Gachagua made the declaration on Sunday during a church service at Christ Dominion Ministries in Kasarani, Nairobi, where he accused the Kenya Kwanza administration of plotting to divide the Opposition. He maintained that the alleged schemes had collapsed. “I want to assure you that we are steadfast and will remain united in the Opposition. We will liberate this country together,” he said. Claims The post Gachagua to ODM: “You Don’t Have to Sit With Me, Sit With Kalonzo” appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Politics

33 m. ago Opiyo Wandayi: Government Has Already Implemented Key NADCO Reforms

Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has dismissed claims by Opposition leaders regarding the implementation of the National Dialogue Committee (NADCO) report, insisting the government has already acted on key recommendations. Speaking on Sunday, Wandayi pushed back against remarks made at the burial of Beryl Odinga, where several political figures alleged that the government had ignored the NADCO proposals. He argued that the statements were not only inaccurate but also risked misleading Kenyans. “A number of our political friends who have walked with us in the past came to condole with us, notably Wiper Leader Kalonzo Musyoka and former CS Eugene The post Opiyo Wandayi: Government Has Already Implemented Key NADCO Reforms appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Politics

75 m. ago The dark web of Airbnb deaths, dating apps and online messaging in Kenya

The dark web of Airbnb deaths, dating apps and online messaging in Kenya  Daily Nation

Events

2 h. ago Trump puts Kenya at centre of new US security strategy in Africa amid great power rivalry

Trump puts Kenya at centre of new US security strategy in Africa amid great power rivalry  the-star.co.ke

Politics

2 h. ago Kenya Power lists areas to experience electricity interruptions on Monday, December 8

Kenya Power lists areas to experience electricity interruptions on Monday, December 8  MSN

Politics

7 h. ago Western Kenya gears for political shift as Khalwale leaves Ruto camp

Western Kenya gears for political shift as Khalwale leaves Ruto camp  standardmedia.co.ke

Politics

7 h. ago UDA youths rebuke Gachagua, endorse Kindiki as Mt Kenya kingpin: "Posturing and masquerading"

UDA youths rebuke Gachagua, endorse Kindiki as Mt Kenya kingpin: "Posturing and masquerading"  MSN

Sport

9 h. ago Duale dismisses claims Kenya will share personal medical records with US

Duale dismisses claims Kenya will share personal medical records with US  Citizen Digital

Politics

11 h. ago Why banks hold the key to fixing Kenya’s insurance trust issue

Why banks hold the key to fixing Kenya’s insurance trust issue  Business Daily

Politics

11 h. ago Kenya’s digital rebound TikTok leads social media 3.3m users surge

Kenya’s digital rebound TikTok leads social media 3.3m users surge  Business Daily

Politics

11 h. ago Ulinzi Starlets shoot down Kenya Police in FKF Women Premier League

Ulinzi Starlets shoot down Kenya Police in FKF Women Premier League  Daily Nation

Events

12 h. ago CS Ruku urges Mt Kenya to back gov't for continued development

CS Ruku urges Mt Kenya to back gov't for continued development  Citizen Digital

Politics

13 h. ago AfDB backs Kenya’s green skills drive as universities and youth prepare for climate

AfDB backs Kenya’s green skills drive as universities and youth prepare for climate-economy careers  Africa Sustainability Matters

Events

14 h. ago Kenya’s Future Icons: Profile Of Amos Wanjala, Kenyan Playing Football In Spain

Kenya’s Future Icons: Profile Of Amos Wanjala, Kenyan Playing Football In Spain  The Kenya Times

Sport

14 h. ago Kenya Unveils its New Tourism Strategy, Integrating Cultural Experiences with MICE to Boost Sustainable Tourism, Job Creation, and Economic Growth

Kenya Unveils its New Tourism Strategy, Integrating Cultural Experiences with MICE to Boost Sustainable Tourism, Job Creation, and Economic Growth  Travel And Tour World

Politics

14 h. ago Maasai Morans swap spears for footballs in fight to protect lions

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 7 — A thrilling showdown unfolded this weekend as four top teams from the greater Amboseli landscape—Rombo, Kuku, Eselenkei, and ALOCA—competed in the finals of the 2025 Maasai Football League. Beyond the goals and celebrations, the rapidly growing community sports initiative is driving a remarkable shift in attitudes toward wildlife and conservation. […] The post Maasai Morans swap spears for footballs in fight to protect lions appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

Sport

15 h. ago Pressure on Kenya as African Court orders immediate implementation of 2017 Ogiek ruling

Pressure on Kenya as African Court orders immediate implementation of 2017 Ogiek ruling  the-star.co.ke

Events