6 d. ago Kenya To Open More Passport Centres Across Nairobi, Counties

Kenya To Open More Passport Centres Across Nairobi, Counties  Dawan Africa

Sport

6 d. ago Kenya to open more passport centers across Nairobi, counties

Kenya to open more passport centers across Nairobi, counties  Dawan Africa

Sport

7 d. ago Rise in autism cases highlighted as Kenya marks International Day of Persons with Disabilities

Rise in autism cases highlighted as Kenya marks International Day of Persons with Disabilities  Citizen Digital

Politics

9 d. ago HIV Infections Rise 19% in Kenya as Nairobi Emerges as National Hotspot

Nairobi County has emerged as Kenya’s HIV infection hotspot, recording the highest number of new cases in the country. Fresh statistics from the National Syndemic Disease Control Council (NSDCC) reveal a troubling 19 percent surge in new HIV infections over the past year, with cases jumping from 16,752 to 19,991. Ten Counties Account for 60% of All New HIV Cases Ten Kenyan counties; Nairobi, Migori, Kisumu, Homa Bay, Busia, Siaya, Kakamega, Nakuru, Mombasa, and Bungoma, drove 60% of all new HIV infections in 2024. Nairobi dominated the list with 3,045 new cases, while Migori recorded 1,572 infections and Kisumu registered The post HIV Infections Rise 19% in Kenya as Nairobi Emerges as National Hotspot appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Politics

1 week ago County First Ladies Target Health Equity, Education Access in New Plan

NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 30 – The County First Ladies Association (CFLA) has launched an ambitious four-year strategic plan aimed at transforming health, education, gender equality and economic resilience across all 47 counties. Unveiled in Nairobi, the 2025–2028 blueprint outlines wide-ranging community-focused interventions that seek to uplift women, children, youth and vulnerable households through improved access […] The post County First Ladies Target Health Equity, Education Access in New Plan appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

Events

1 week ago Vote Counting Underway in 22 Electoral Areas After Day Marked by Violence

NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 27 – Vote counting is underway across all 22 areas that participated in Thursday’s by-elections, following a day that was marked by pockets of violence and heightened political tension. Polling officially closed at 5:00 PM, and tallying has commenced in constituency and ward tallying centres under the supervision of the Independent Electoral […] The post Vote Counting Underway in 22 Electoral Areas After Day Marked by Violence appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

Events

1 week ago At least 44 dead and hundreds missing after fire engulfs Hong Kong tower blocks

At least 44 people have been killed in a huge fire that has engulfed multiple high-rise buildings in Hong Kong’s Tai Po district. There are reports that some residents were trapped in the building, and police say 279 people are still missing. More than 760 firefighters were deployed to tackle the blaze on Wednesday afternoon, […] The post At least 44 dead and hundreds missing after fire engulfs Hong Kong tower blocks appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

Events

2 w. ago Maasai Elders in Narok and Kajiado endorse end of FGM and Child Marriage

NAIROBI, Kenya Nov 25 – Maasai elders from Kajiado and Narok counties have made a historic declaration to end Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) and child marriage, marking a significant cultural shift in the protection of girls’ rights. The elders announced that they will lead intergenerational dialogues to strengthen community accountability and champion legal, policy, and […] The post Maasai Elders in Narok and Kajiado endorse end of FGM and Child Marriage appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

Politics

2 w. ago World Bank Warns Kenya’s Debt Could Raise Cost of Living and Doing Business

The Kenyan economy has reached a critical point, with high public debt and weak revenue collection continuing to squeeze the country’s fiscal space. This may raise the cost of living and deepen the cost of doing business, according to the World Bank. The warning comes in the bank’s 32nd Kenya Economic Update, released on Monday in Nairobi. The report shows that Kenya’s total public debt now stands at Sh12 trillion, equivalent to 68.7 per cent of GDP, highlighting ongoing macroeconomic vulnerabilities. “A rise in the primary deficit contributed 1.3 percentage point growth in total public debt, with domestic debt remaining The post World Bank Warns Kenya’s Debt Could Raise Cost of Living and Doing Business appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Economics

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.

Events

3 w. ago Ruto promises further decentralization as govt moves to create new admin units

Government moves to decentralize public services with new sub-counties in Marsabit and three subregions in Nairobi, improving access to government services and mobile registration campaigns for residents.

Politics

3 w. ago How the 25.5km Kiambu Road Expansion Will Ease Nairobi Commutes

The dualling of the 23.5-kilometre Muthaiga -Kiambu -Ndumberi road, commonly known as Kiambu Road, is set to significantly ease traffic congestion between Nairobi and Kiambu counties, marking a major milestone in the government’s infrastructure modernization plan. According to a dispatch issued on Tuesday, the project will widen the current two-lane single carriageway into a four-lane dual carriageway with two-lane service roads and pedestrian ways on both sides. The project aims at ensuring smooth travel by improving connectivity and enhancing safety to accommodate increasing volumes of traffic between the two counties. The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA), which is implementing the The post How the 25.5km Kiambu Road Expansion Will Ease Nairobi Commutes appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Politics

4 w. ago Nairobi, 39 counties to get light rains from Nov 11–17 as temperatures rise to highs of 38°C

Nairobi, 39 counties to get light rains from Nov 11–17 as temperatures rise to highs of 38°C  MSN

Politics