3 h. ago Kenya, Senegal top Africa electricity regulatory performance rankings

Kenya, Senegal top Africa electricity regulatory performance rankings  EnviroNews Nigeria

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5 h. ago Chinese Student who raped 10 women In London and China Gets Life Prison Sentence

A Chinese PhD student named by police as “one of the most prolific predators” in the UK has been sentenced to life with a minimum term of 24 years. Zhenhao Zou, a Chinese national, drugged and raped three women in London and another seven in China between September 2019 and May 2023. Three of the […] The post Chinese Student who raped 10 women In London and China Gets Life Prison Sentence appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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5 h. ago No matter our disagreements and disappointments, we have to have a country first: Raila

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 20 – Leaders must do what is right and not what is easy and popular, former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has said. Odinga discouraged leaders from doing what is convenient or flowing with the current and instead make bold decisions to transform the country and address the challenges facing the people. “My […] The post No matter our disagreements and disappointments, we have to have a country first: Raila appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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6 h. ago Court throws out criminal charges against activist Rose Njeri

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 20 – A Nairobi Court has thrown out two criminal charges against activist Rose Njeri over an anti-finance bill website. Trial magistrate Geoffrey Onsarigo said the charges as framed by the state against the Activist did not disclose an offence. He further pointed out that the charge sheet was defective and did […] The post Court throws out criminal charges against activist Rose Njeri appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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6 h. ago Aga Khan University Hospital Opens 54th Outreach Medical Centre in Westlands

NAIROBI, June 20 – The Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi, has opened its 54th Medical Centre along Rhapta Road in Westlands, further expanding its footprint in the provision of quality healthcare services. The Rhapta Medical Centre will offer a wide range of general and specialist services, including Obstetrics and Gynaecology, ENT, Paediatrics, a Well-Baby Clinic, Counselling […] The post Aga Khan University Hospital Opens 54th Outreach Medical Centre in Westlands appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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6 h. ago EACC recovers 12 land parcels worth Sh320mn in Kakamega and Bungoma

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jn 20 – The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has recovered and surrendered to the rightful owners 12 parcels of prime public land, valued at Sh320 million, that had been illegally acquired in Kakamega and Bungoma counties. These parcels, consisting of government houses, were acquired by private individuals in collusion with public officials. […] The post EACC recovers 12 land parcels worth Sh320mn in Kakamega and Bungoma appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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8 h. ago Senegal and Kenya Top African Development Bank’s Electricity Regulatory Index, as Regulators Drive Tangible Reforms

Senegal and Kenya Top African Development Bank’s Electricity Regulatory Index, as Regulators Drive Tangible Reforms  African Development Bank Group

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8 h. ago State rolls out to campaign register every Kenyan and their dependents in SHA

NAIROBI, Kenya Jun 20 – President William Ruto says the government is rolling out a campaign to register every Kenyan and their dependents in Social Health Authority to enhance health planning. Speaking during the Third National Executive Retreat, Ruto announced that the exercise will give the national and devolved governments the ability to plan for […] The post State rolls out to campaign register every Kenyan and their dependents in SHA appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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8 h. ago Successful jobs in diaspora applicants from Coastal Counties to complete Youth Fund application on Friday

NAIROBI, Kenya Jun 20 – Successful applicants of the Kazi Majuu program in four coastal counties have been asked to complete their Youth Fund applications between today and tomorrow, as part of the final onboarding process for their overseas employment placements. Labour and Social Protection Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua confirmed that the applicants, who were […] The post Successful jobs in diaspora applicants from Coastal Counties to complete Youth Fund application on Friday appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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10 h. ago OPINION | BWIRE: Why Kenya’s War on the Press Is a War on Democracy

Kenya’s newsrooms are undergoing profound transformation — both in professional practice and operating environments — as recent public protests over governance have revealed. Tensions between the media, critics, and the government have escalated alarmingly, while access to credible information from public institutions has dwindled. This vacuum has allowed disinformation and manipulation to thrive. While critiques […] The post OPINION | BWIRE: Why Kenya’s War on the Press Is a War on Democracy appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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11 h. ago Matiang’i returns back in Kenya to focus on 2027 Presidential Bid

NAIROBI, Kenya Jun 20 – Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i returned to Kenya last evening after resigning from his international job to focus on his 2027 presidential campaign. Matiang’i, who has declared his intention to vie for the presidency in May, briefly flew back to the United States to finalize the handover process at […] The post Matiang’i returns back in Kenya to focus on 2027 Presidential Bid appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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12 h. ago Ruto Sticks to ‘eCitizen – School Fees’ Payment .. Vows Action Against Defiant School Heads

President William Ruto is not backing down on his plan to move every shilling of public money through the eCitizen platform. Speaking at the Third National Executive Retreat in Kajiado on June 19, the Head of State told officials that “all government payments will be done on eCitizen,” and singled out school heads who still issue physical receipts as the next target for enforcement. Ruto argued that digital payments are the surest way to stamp out leakages and blamed resistance on administrators who “have things to hide.” He urged parents to insist on paying fees online and warned that institutions The post Ruto Sticks to ‘eCitizen – School Fees’ Payment .. Vows Action Against Defiant School Heads appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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13 h. ago Not so fast! Kenyans remind Gachagua of past remarks on violent crackdown on protests

Not so fast! Kenyans remind Gachagua of past remarks on violent crackdown on protests  Citizen Digital

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13 h. ago Ben Githae Waves a White Flag, Tells Gen Z “Please, No More Greetings”

Ben Githae, the voice behind Jubilee’s 2017 campaign anthem Tano Tena, spent Thursday on vernacular radio pleading with the very online generation that has spent three weeks roasting him. The Kikuyu gospel star lifted both hands and asked for mercy, saying the backlash over his recent State House visit had turned his phone into a war zone. “I want to apologize to all Kenyans, especially Gen Z. I have surrendered, and I don’t want to be greeted like you greeted me three weeks ago. Please forgive me if I have wronged you,” – Ben Githae on Inooro FM, June 19 The post Ben Githae Waves a White Flag, Tells Gen Z “Please, No More Greetings” appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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13 h. ago “Ruto is Completely Unhinged” – Omtatah Says President Running Kenya From His Pocket

Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah has launched a stinging attack on President William Ruto, accusing him of abusing state power, mismanaging public funds, and treating government like a personal enterprise. In a hard-hitting interview aired on K24 TV on Thursday, June 19, 2025, Omtatah painted a bleak picture of Ruto’s leadership, warning that it threatens both Kenya’s democracy and economy. “William Ruto is completely unhinged. He’s making decisions that defy logic and is running the country from his pocket. The budget doesn’t matter anymore,” Omtatah charged. The senator also took issue with Ruto’s recent comments in Lugari, where the President declared The post “Ruto is Completely Unhinged” – Omtatah Says President Running Kenya From His Pocket appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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13 h. ago Kasarani Scores the Big One: Kenya Handed CHAN 2024 Final as CAF Locks in East Africa Venues

Kenya’s long-awaited shot at redemption has arrived. Nearly eight years after losing CHAN 2018 over shoddy stadia, the country will stage the African Nations Championship (CHAN) final on 30 August 2025 at Nairobi’s Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani. The decision, confirmed in a fresh Confederation of African Football (CAF) circular on Thursday, completes the venue jigsaw for the tournament co-hosted with Tanzania and Uganda. How the fixtures line up Stage Date Venue City Capacity* Opening match 2 Aug 2025 Benjamin Mkapa Stadium Dar es Salaam 60 000 Group phase 2–23 Aug 2025 See pools below Nairobi, Dar, Kampala, Zanzibar — The post Kasarani Scores the Big One: Kenya Handed CHAN 2024 Final as CAF Locks in East Africa Venues appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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13 h. ago Mining is not as good as trading! Bow Miner test: BTC earns $20,000 a day, ETH earns $30,000 a day, and DOGE earns $15,000 a day!

Against the backdrop of rising global inflation and greater volatility in financial markets, the value of Bitcoin as “digital gold” has become increasingly prominent. Its scarcity, decentralization, and anti-inflation capabilities make it an important choice for asset allocation for institutional and individual investors. Bow Miner cloud mining platform, with its low threshold and high flexibility, is becoming an ideal way for ordinary people to participate in Bitcoin mining and obtain long-term returns. Why choose Bow Miner to mine Bitcoin? ✅ Zero threshold start: No hardware investment is required, you can start mining after registration ✅ Fully automatic operation: 7*24 hours The post Mining is not as good as trading! Bow Miner test: BTC earns $20,000 a day, ETH earns $30,000 a day, and DOGE earns $15,000 a day! appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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13 h. ago Wilson Sossion Warns of Political Anarchy If Kenya Fails to Address Protest Triggers

Former Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) Secretary-General Wilson Sossion has sounded the alarm over Kenya’s growing political unrest, urging the government to address the root causes of the protests before the country plunges into chaos. In a televised interview on Thursday, June 19, 2025, Sossion emphasized that the ongoing demonstrations are not spontaneous reactions from frustrated citizens, but rather carefully orchestrated political events. He pointed out that the lack of a known figurehead behind the protests has only made it more difficult for law enforcement to contain the situation. “President Ruto does not convene demonstrations, and the leader of The post Wilson Sossion Warns of Political Anarchy If Kenya Fails to Address Protest Triggers appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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13 h. ago Ksh.8 Billion Hustler Fund Not Missing, Was Never Released, Govt Clarifies

The government has denied allegations that Ksh.8 billion allocated to the Hustler Fund is missing, clarifying that the funds were never released by the National Treasury. In a statement on Thursday, Principal Secretary for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprise Development, Susan Mang’eni, explained that the Ksh.8 billion flagged in the Auditor General’s report was set aside as counterpart funding. These funds were meant to match long-term pension savings for Hustler Fund beneficiaries, a component that was still under development during the 2022/2023 financial year. Mang’eni clarified that by the close of the audited financial year on June 30, 2023, the The post Ksh.8 Billion Hustler Fund Not Missing, Was Never Released, Govt Clarifies appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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13 h. ago Korogocho MCA Rejects Claims He Bankrolled Nairobi CBD Violence

Korogocho MCA Absalom Odhiambo is pushing back against online accusations that he paid goons to wreck Tuesday’s anti-DIG Eliud Lagat protest in the city centre. In a video posted on X Thursday night, the first-term ward rep insisted he “had no involvement in the protest,” and welcomed a full Directorate of Criminal Investigations probe. The demonstration started calmly but turned ugly when unidentified men armed with clubs and stones attacked marchers outside the National Archives, sending hawkers and commuters scrambling for cover. Odhiambo says whoever hired the attackers must face the law. “And if a protest has to happen, it The post Korogocho MCA Rejects Claims He Bankrolled Nairobi CBD Violence appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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