4 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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21 h. ago South Sudan denies deal with Israel to resettle Palestinians from Gaza

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 14 — South Sudan has dismissed reports that it is in discussions with Israel to resettle Palestinians from the war-torn Gaza Strip in the East African nation. In a statement issued Wednesday, South Sudan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation described the claims as “baseless” and inconsistent with the country’s official […] The post South Sudan denies deal with Israel to resettle Palestinians from Gaza appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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25 h. ago Kenya's Mental Health Gap Persists As New Plan Seeks Nationwide Access

Kenya's Mental Health Gap Persists As New Plan Seeks Nationwide Access  allAfrica.com

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30 h. ago American woman moves to Kenya after 10 years in US military, says she feels safer

American woman moves to Kenya after 10 years in US military, says she feels safer  MSN

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31 h. ago Exclusive — the US plan to bring Kenyans to SA to process Afrikaner ‘refugees’

Exclusive — the US plan to bring Kenyans to SA to process Afrikaner ‘refugees’  Daily Maverick

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44 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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48 h. ago Kenya Records Gains in Mobile and Internet Uptake, but Digital Divide Persists

Kenya Records Gains in Mobile and Internet Uptake, but Digital Divide Persists  TechAfrica News

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52 h. ago KeNHA Rejects Nairobi–Mombasa Expressway Plan After Evaluation Review

The government has defended its decision to reject the proposal report for the Nairobi–Mombasa (Usahihi) Expressway, saying it failed to meet the set evaluation criteria. In a public notice dated August 12, 2025, Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) stated that it had been presented with a Privately Initiated Proposal (PIP) to build, design, finance, operate, maintain, and ultimately transfer the road in a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) framework. The expressway would have run 459 kilometres from Mlolongo in Machakos County to Bonje in Mombasa County. KeNHA had initially granted the proposal conditional approval to advance to the Project Development Phase (PDP). The post KeNHA Rejects Nairobi–Mombasa Expressway Plan After Evaluation Review appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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52 h. ago Hussein Mohammed: Fan Discipline Key to Future of Kenyan Football

Football Kenya Federation (FKF) boss Hussein Mohammed has asked football supporters traveling to the CHAN games at Kasarani Stadium to plan to get there early – at least five hours before the game – so they can avoid last-minute congestion and enjoy a trouble-free match day experience. Addressing the media on Tuesday, 12th August 2025, Mohammed urged fans to plan ahead and avoid falling into the trap of arriving at the stadium at the very last minute. He invited fans to pre-load their tickets on their phone before arriving, which would greatly speed up the checking process when they arrive The post Hussein Mohammed: Fan Discipline Key to Future of Kenyan Football appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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64 h. ago Kenyan MPs condemn Gaza atrocities, call for ceasefire and recognition of Palestine

Kenyan MPs condemn Gaza atrocities, call for ceasefire and recognition of Palestine  Peoples Dispatch

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68 h. ago Kindiki says govt unmoved by ‘sectarian’ push to restore targeted ID vetting

Kindiki said the directive by President William Ruto to ease the vetting process remains in force, noting it seeks to eliminate past practices that unfairly targeted certain communities.

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68 h. ago Scores of bandits killed in air and ground raids, Nigerian military says

Over the past two weeks, armed gangs have targeted nearby settlements, killing scores and kidnapping many more

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3 d. ago ‘Any attempt to occupy Gaza must be firmly opposed’: China tells UNSC

NEW YORK, United States, Aug 12 — China has joined the voices of United Nations leaders and most UN Security Council nations, urging the international community to take all necessary actions before a greater disaster unfolds in Palestine, given the urgency at hand. Fu Cong, China’s permanent representative to the UN, said: “Any attempt to […] The post ‘Any attempt to occupy Gaza must be firmly opposed’: China tells UNSC appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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3 d. ago CS Chirchir Pushes for ‘User Pay’ Road Charges to Fund Major Highway Projects

The government has urged Parliament to approve a fresh proposal that seeks to introduce a national tolling policy to fund road development through a “user pay charges” strategy. The authorities argue that the move is needed to address budget deficits and offer a long-term means of funding the infrastructure. Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir told the National Assembly’s Departmental Committee on Transport and Infrastructure that when approved, the plan will prioritise major highways for tolling, remit revenue realized to road upkeep, and hold high levels of accountability in managing funds. He said the policy aims to maximise revenue from toll The post CS Chirchir Pushes for ‘User Pay’ Road Charges to Fund Major Highway Projects appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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3 d. ago Jubilee in Talks With DCP Over Possible Political Alliance, Says Former MP

Former Kigumo MP Jamleck Kamau indicates Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua is negotiating with Jubilee over a possible alliance. Speaking on Kameme TV on Monday, August 11, 2025, Kamau, who is a staunch Jubilee Party loyalist, proposed that the two parties merge into one political party, adding that Jubilee is free to enter into an alliance with any political group of their choice. He noted that such political changes are the norm in Kenya, especially when a party leader has completed their term in office and retired. According to Kamau, history shows that another party often rises to take the outgoing party’s place. “Do you remember during Mwai Kibaki’s era, we had The post Jubilee in Talks With DCP Over Possible Political Alliance, Says Former MP appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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3 d. ago US push for ‘choosing sides’ gets cold shoulders among African countries

US push for ‘choosing sides’ gets cold shoulders among African countries  Global Times

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3 d. ago Kenya Seeks to Become Africa's Vaccine Hub with New $250 Million Facility and Digital Health Plan

Kenya Seeks to Become Africa's Vaccine Hub with New $250 Million Facility and Digital Health Plan  TechAfrica News

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4 d. ago Kenya: Ruto's Advisor Defends Govt's Plan for Compensating Victims of Protests, Riots

Kenya: Ruto's Advisor Defends Govt's Plan for Compensating Victims of Protests, Riots  allAfrica.com

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5 d. ago Mohamed Salah calls out Uefa over wording of Palestinian player tribute

LIVERPOOL, Aug 10 – Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah has called out Uefa over a tribute to Palestinian footballer Suleiman al-Obeid it posted on social media which failed to refer to the circumstances surrounding his death. On Thursday, the Palestinian Football Association (PFA) said Obeid was killed in an Israeli attack while waiting for humanitarian aid […] The post Mohamed Salah calls out Uefa over wording of Palestinian player tribute appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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6 d. ago President Ruto says initiative to compensate protest victims to unite Kenyans

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 8 – President William Ruto says the formation of an initiative to compensate victims of protests is part of a broader plan to heal the nation and unite citizens. Speaking during the funeral of former Karachuonyo Member of Parliament and gender equality icon Phoebe Asiyo in Homa Bay on Friday, President Ruto […] The post President Ruto says initiative to compensate protest victims to unite Kenyans appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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