3 h. ago Arati, Barasa Tie for Top Position in Politrack Africa County Governance Index

Arati and Barasa, both first-term governors, were lauded for consistent progress in infrastructure expansion, prudent fiscal management, and improved social services.

Politics

3 h. ago Kenya ordered to pay US$185.69M to KISCOL in land lease dispute

Kenya ordered to pay US$185.69M to KISCOL in land lease dispute  Food Business Africa Magazine

Economics

4 h. ago Ogiek fight for ancestral lands stalls as Kenya snubs African Court orders

Ogiek fight for ancestral lands stalls as Kenya snubs African Court orders  Daily Nation

Sport

4 h. ago Kenya striker Shumah helps Dynamos power past Konkola Blades

Kenya striker Shumah helps Dynamos power past Konkola Blades  Africa Top Sports

Events

5 h. ago Late Kenyan politician Raila Odinga didn’t endorse MP Babu Owino for Nairobi governor post – ignore manipulated video

Late Kenyan politician Raila Odinga didn’t endorse MP Babu Owino for Nairobi governor post – ignore manipulated video  Africa Check

Politics

5 h. ago OPINION: Building technology that serves people, not just systems

By Antony Kagure Moments before the opening session of the Datafest Africa 2025 conference, a whispered rumour rippled through the auditorium—that Kenyan veteran opposition leader Raila Odinga had passed away. It spread the way news now travels in the digital age: first as a murmur, then a hush, followed by a quiet chorus of phones […] The post OPINION: Building technology that serves people, not just systems appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

Politics

5 h. ago IEBC Confirms 99% Functionality of KIEMS Kits in November 27 By

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 8 – The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) says the Kenya Integrated Election Management Systems (KIEMS) kits performed at 99% functionality during the November 27 by-elections, ensuring transparency despite challenges such as voter apathy and attempts to influence the outcome. Speaking on the integrity of the polls, Chairman Edung Ethekon emphasized […] The post IEBC Confirms 99% Functionality of KIEMS Kits in November 27 By-Elections appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

Politics

6 h. ago Ogiek fight for ancestral lands stalls as Kenya ignores African Court orders

Ogiek fight for ancestral lands stalls as Kenya ignores African Court orders  Daily Nation

Sport

6 h. ago Gender Based Violence in Kenya: How a national crisis is undermining Social Sustainability

Gender Based Violence in Kenya: How a national crisis is undermining Social Sustainability  Africa Sustainability Matters

Events

7 h. ago Fabricated newspaper front page falsely portrays Kenyan governor Natembeya as leading party revolt

Fabricated newspaper front page falsely portrays Kenyan governor Natembeya as leading party revolt  Africa Check

Politics

8 h. ago Hong Kong billionaire Richard Li expands African footprint with acquisition of Kenya’s mTek

Hong Kong billionaire Richard Li expands African footprint with acquisition of Kenya’s mTek  CediRates

Politics

8 h. ago East Africa/Kenya • Future of EU trade deal hangs in the balance

East Africa/Kenya • Future of EU trade deal hangs in the balance  Africa Intelligence

Politics

9 h. ago Benin coup thwarted by loyalist troops, president tells nation

Benin’s president has appeared on television to reassure citizens of the West African nation that the situation was now “totally under control” following an attempted coup earlier in the day. “I would like to commend the sense of duty demonstrated by our army and its leaders, who have remained loyal to the nation,” Patrice Talon […] The post Benin coup thwarted by loyalist troops, president tells nation appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

Politics

10 h. 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

10 h. ago “Let Kenyans Get Full Value”: Ndindi Nyoro Urges Competitive Bidding in Safaricom Share Sale

Kiharu Member of Parliament Ndindi Nyoro has urged the government to sell Safaricom shares through a transparent, competitive bidding process instead of transferring them to a specific company. Speaking during a church service in his constituency on Sunday, December 7, 2025, Nyoro voiced concerns that the planned sale of government-held Safaricom shares to South Africa-based Vodafone has contributed to the undervaluation of the shares. “Let us not rush the sale of a 15 per cent share in Safaricom. Let’s give people a chance to compete,” he said. “Let’s open a competition of bids so that we can have many companies The post “Let Kenyans Get Full Value”: Ndindi Nyoro Urges Competitive Bidding in Safaricom Share Sale appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Politics

10 h. ago Murkomen Praises Wife’s Sacrifice for Family, Urges Parents to Spend More Time with Kids

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has opened up about the sacrifices his wife, Gladys Wanjiru, made for their family, highlighting the vital role of parental involvement in raising children. Speaking during the Reformed Church of East Africa (R.C.E.A) Women League Annual Convention in Kitengela on Sunday, December 7, 2025, Murkomen revealed that his wife gave up her law career to focus on raising their children full-time. “There is nothing that can replace personal attention to your children. Mimi at least nko lucky bibi yangu aliwacha kazi akasema wacha nikae na watoto,” he said, praising her dedication. A Family Effort: Parenting The post Murkomen Praises Wife’s Sacrifice for Family, Urges Parents to Spend More Time with Kids appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Society

12 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

22 h. ago EACC bags Financial Reporting Award after earning clean audit

Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has been honoured with a FiRe Award for excellence in financial reporting, days after receiving a clean audit opinion for the 2024/2025 financial year. The award recognises the Commission’s strong performance in accountability, transparency, and governance.

Events

23 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

25 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