16 h. ago Malala Alleges Sinister Assassination Plot Against Rigathi Gachagua

The Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) has alleged that the government is plotting to abduct former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua when he returns from the United States. In a Thursday, August 14 statement, DCP Deputy Party Leader Cleophas Malala said Deputy President Kithure Kindiki and Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen had issued public threats to arrest Gachagua. Malala further alleged that the party had received credible intelligence pointing to a more sinister plan. “While our Party Leader was abroad forging a path for democratic renewal, the regime was hatching a dangerous and cold-blooded plot. Deputy President Kithure Kindiki and The post Malala Alleges Sinister Assassination Plot Against Rigathi Gachagua appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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16 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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23 h. ago MSI Reproductive Choices Kenya Marks 40 Years of Expanding Women’s Health Access

MSI Reproductive Choices Kenya Marks 40 Years of Expanding Women’s Health Access  healthbusiness.co.ke

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33 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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56 h. ago President Ruto launches construction of Tom Mboya University Student’s Village

The facility marks the beginning of a nationwide initiative to provide 170,000 beds for students in technical training colleges.

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56 h. ago A8 expansion part of Usahihi Expressway plan, not a competing alternative: Everstrong

The firm explained that the Usahihi Expressway is designed as a corridor-wide infrastructure solution, combining a new expressway with targeted upgrades to the current A8 to improve safety, reduce travel time, and stimulate economic growth.

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57 h. ago Iran sees Kenya as gateway to East African markets: Agriculture minister

Iran sees Kenya as gateway to East African markets: Agriculture minister  IRNA English

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61 h. ago Now, Nairobi’s JKIA to Undergo Major Expansion, Solidifying Kenya’s Position as a Top Tourism Destination

Now, Nairobi’s JKIA to Undergo Major Expansion, Solidifying Kenya’s Position as a Top Tourism Destination  Travel And Tour World

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3 d. ago Kenya’s Central Bank cuts benchmark rate to 9.50% in seventh consecutive reduction

Kenya’s Central Bank cuts benchmark rate to 9.50% in seventh consecutive reduction  african markets

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3 d. ago Kenya's Interest Rate Cuts: Unlocking Growth Opportunities in East Africa's Emerging Markets

Kenya's Interest Rate Cuts: Unlocking Growth Opportunities in East Africa's Emerging Markets  AInvest

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3 d. ago Kenya’s HoneyCoin raises $4.9 million to expand stablecoin cross

Kenya’s HoneyCoin raises $4.9 million to expand stablecoin cross-border payments into new markets  TechCabal

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4 d. ago Kenya turns to AfDB, China Exim for $2b airport expansion after dropping Adani deal

Kenya turns to AfDB, China Exim for $2b airport expansion after dropping Adani deal  Business Insider Africa

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4 d. ago Kenya taps development banks for airport expansion after ditching Adani deal

Kenya taps development banks for airport expansion after ditching Adani deal  Reuters

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4 d. ago Kenya’s Ksh12.5B Galana Kulalu project set to redefine East Africa’s food security and climate

Kenya’s Ksh12.5B Galana Kulalu project set to redefine East Africa’s food security and climate-resilient agriculture  Africa Sustainability Matters

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4 d. ago ‘Riggy G is Beyond Threats’ – Gachagua Tells Kindiki to Act, Not Threaten

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has taken aim at his successor, Kithure Kindiki, cautioning the deputy president against issuing him threats. Speaking in the USA on Sunday, August 10, 2025, the DCP party leader urged Kindiki to focus on taking action rather than making statements. “I have seen that person called Soprano issuing a lot of threats every day. Oh, mimi ni fire, mimi ni noma. I want to tell him to take time and read Wole Soyinka. In one of his greatest works, he says a tiger does not declare its tigritude, it pounces. So if you are what The post ‘Riggy G is Beyond Threats’ – Gachagua Tells Kindiki to Act, Not Threaten appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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4 d. ago Kenya Hit by Fatal Road, Rail and Plane Accidents, Several Dead in Kisumu, Naivasha, Githurai and Makueni, What You Need to Know Now

Kenya Hit by Fatal Road, Rail and Plane Accidents, Several Dead in Kisumu, Naivasha, Githurai and Makueni, What You Need to Know Now  Travel And Tour World

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5 d. ago Bangladesh Marks Hasina’s Ouster Amid Hopes and Rising Tensions

DHAKA, Bangladesh Aug 10 – Thousands of people gathered in central Dhaka this week to mark the first anniversary of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s ouster, celebrating what many see as the promise of a “New Bangladesh.” In heavy rain, interim leader Muhammad Yunus stood alongside political party heads and activists to unveil plans for a […] The post Bangladesh Marks Hasina’s Ouster Amid Hopes and Rising Tensions appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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5 d. ago Bangladesh Marks Hasina’s Ouster Amid Hopes and Rising Tensions, legal challenge

DHAKA, Bangladesh Aug 10 – Thousands of people gathered in central Dhaka this week to mark the first anniversary of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s ouster, celebrating what many see as the promise of a “New Bangladesh.” In heavy rain, interim leader Muhammad Yunus stood alongside political party heads and activists to unveil plans for a […]

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6 d. ago Elon Musk's Starlink loses subscribers in Kenya's market as consumers revert to local providers

Elon Musk's Starlink loses subscribers in Kenya's market as consumers revert to local providers  MSN

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6 d. ago Kenya Launches Bold New Data Strategies to Power Sustainable Development

Kenya Launches Bold New Data Strategies to Power Sustainable Development  World Bank

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