45 h. ago Nairobi to Make History Hosting First DaVinci International Film Africa Festival

Tourism and Wildlife Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Maino has said that Nairobi will be the host city for the first DaVinci International Film Africa Festival in 2026, a feat that will place Kenya’s cultural and creative economies on the global platform. Speaking on Thursday, August 14, 2025, at the opening of DaVinci FilmAfrica in Nairobi, Maino described the event as a vibrant celebration of film, music, art, and culture. She noted that not only will the festival unify people from all walks of life but that it will also drive economic development and firmly position Kenyan talent on the international stage. The post Nairobi to Make History Hosting First DaVinci International Film Africa Festival appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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3 d. ago Kuna Form: Ruto Rolls Out New Tool for Fighting Youth Unemployment

The government has rolled out a new online portal aimed at connecting Kenyan youth to jobs, training, and career growth opportunities across the country. President William Ruto officially launched the platform, dubbed “Kuna Form”, on August 12, 2025, during the International Youth Day celebrations in Kakamega County. According to the National Youth Council (NYC), the idea for Kuna Form emerged after repeated concerns from young people who said they struggled to access credible information on available opportunities. “When the National Youth Council interacts with young people, a lot of them say they don’t know how to access opportunities. Under the The post Kuna Form: Ruto Rolls Out New Tool for Fighting Youth Unemployment appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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3 d. ago 54,000 Young Kenyans to Receive Ksh50,000 Startup Grants Next Month

President William Ruto has set a program to cover 190,000 young Kenyans through savings schemes and startup grants. Speaking on Tuesday, August 2025, during International Youth Day celebrations in Kakamega County, Ruto said the government will help these beneficiaries join the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) to build financial discipline and secure their future. He explained that about 110,000 young entrepreneurs, roughly 70 from every ward in the country, will each receive Ksh50,000 in startup capital. The funding aims to boost youth-led businesses and drive economic growth from the grassroots up. “I am pleased to report that the first phase of 54,000 young people will receive The post 54,000 Young Kenyans to Receive Ksh50,000 Startup Grants Next Month appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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3 d. ago “Government is Investing in You, Don’t Waste It,” Oparanya Tells Youth

Cabinet Secretary for Cooperatives and MSME Development Wycliffe Oparanya has called on Kenyan youth to seize the opportunities the government has set aside for them, cautioning that such chances may never come twice. Speaking on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, during International Youth Day celebrations at Masinde Muliro University Grounds in Kakamega County, Oparanya appreciated President William Ruto for placing youth empowerment as a national priority. “I want to thank you (Ruto) for the good work you are doing. Our youth have something to do. You are heavily investing in the youth population,” he said. Turning to the crowd of young The post “Government is Investing in You, Don’t Waste It,” Oparanya Tells Youth appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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4 d. ago Gender CS Cheptumo Responds After Brutal Attack on Bella Comedy at Kutit Festival

Gender, Culture and Children Services Cabinet Secretary Hanna Wendot Cheptumo has strongly condemned the assault on content creator Bella Comedy during the Kutit Festival at the Carnivore Grounds over the weekend. “I have watched a deeply disturbing video of the incident. We condemn, in the strongest possible terms, any act of violence, harassment, or assault against women and girls,” said the CS. Cheptumo noted that such actions are criminal and also absolute contraventions of the constitutional fundamental rights and freedoms. “Such acts are not only criminal but also a direct violation of the fundamental rights and freedoms enshrined in our The post Gender CS Cheptumo Responds After Brutal Attack on Bella Comedy at Kutit Festival appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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5 d. ago Governor Nyong’o Urges Ruto to Rein in Bnbs Over Rising Femicide Cases

Kisumu Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o has urged President William Ruto to step in and control the rapid growth of low-budget, short-stay facility centers in Kenya. The facilities, popularly known as bnbs, are rapidly replacing traditional hotels as customers opt to lodge in them due to their low prices. Typically, a bnb is a rented, fully equipped home with minimal amenities, where guests pay only for the stay and have the option to cook their own meals. However, Nyong’o warns that these spaces have increasingly become hotspots linked to femicide cases. Speaking at the funeral of former Karachuonyo MP Phoebe Asiyo, Kisumu The post Governor Nyong’o Urges Ruto to Rein in Bnbs Over Rising Femicide Cases appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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6 d. ago Song, dance as Kenyans celebrate Harambee Stars after historic win over Morocco

Song, dance as Kenyans celebrate Harambee Stars after historic win over Morocco  MSN

Culture

6 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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6 d. ago Pakistan Misses IMF Social Spending Target as Key Provinces Fall Short

ISLAMABAD, Pakistan Aug 10 – Pakistan narrowly missed the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) target to spend at least Rs2.86 trillion on improving health and education, with Sindh, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P), and Punjab falling well short of their commitments. Despite one in four children being out of school and half of grade-five pupils unable to read grade-two […] The post Pakistan Misses IMF Social Spending Target as Key Provinces Fall Short appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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6 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 […]

Politics

7 d. ago OPINION: Celebrating an icon and champion for children: Dr Phoebe Asiyo

Among her most impactful contributions was the institutionalisation and localisation of adoption in Kenya. At a time when adoption was relatively unknown and misunderstood, Dr. Asiyo championed it as a viable, structured, and compassionate option for children in need of families.

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8 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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8 d. ago Maai Mahiu Child Sex Trade: Murkomen Takes Action After BBC Exposé

Cabinet Secretary for Internal Affairs Kipchumba Murkomen has strongly condemned the shocking revelations of child sexual exploitation in Maai Mahiu, Nakuru County, that were unearthed in a new BBC documentary. The investigative piece has stirred national outrage by uncovering a child trafficking syndicate operating in the area, triggering swift reactions from top government officials. When he addressed the public at a Jukwaa la Usalama meeting in Kericho on August 7, 2025, Murkomen termed the offenses as serious and unacceptable. He assured Kenyans that the government would act with speed and with swiftness to eliminate the vice. “Trafficking in persons, including children The post Maai Mahiu Child Sex Trade: Murkomen Takes Action After BBC Exposé appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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9 d. ago Kenyan Chaplain Urges Inclusivity to Accommodate Youths Perceiving Liturgical Celebrations “as rigid”

Kenyan Chaplain Urges Inclusivity to Accommodate Youths Perceiving Liturgical Celebrations “as rigid”  aciafrica.org

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9 d. ago “I’m Kenya’s Darling” – Gachagua Praises His Rising Popularity in America

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has flatly repudiated claims of tribalism, decribing them as a desperate political move meant to divert his rising popularity countrywide. Speaking in Kansas City, USA, Gachagua blamed President William Ruto and his allies for spinning the narrative as a plot to label him as a tribalist in a failed attempt to undermine his popularity among ordinary Kenyans. He insisted that the tribalist label is not a general public view but a move motivated by government-dictated opinion. “William Ruto has nothing against me and the only remaining strategy is to label me a tribalist to try The post “I’m Kenya’s Darling” – Gachagua Praises His Rising Popularity in America appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Politics

1 week ago OPINION | Senate Should Reject Misguided Bill That Blocks Smokers’ Path to Safer Alternatives

As the Tobacco Control (Amendment) Bill 2024 proceeds to its second reading in the Senate, lawmakers face a clear and urgent choice: support evidence-based harm reduction strategies that can save lives — or trap 2.6 million Kenyan smokers in a cycle of addiction, disease, and early death by restricting access to safer alternatives. Tragically, the […] The post OPINION | Senate Should Reject Misguided Bill That Blocks Smokers’ Path to Safer Alternatives appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

Events

1 week ago A legacy of service to children: CWSK pays glowing tribute to Phoebe Asiyo

NAIROBI, Kenya Aug 6 – Tributes continue to pour in for trailblazing politician and women’s rights champion Dr. Phoebe Asiyo, who will be buried this Friday at her home in Wikondiek Village, Homa Bay County. Her distinguished service to the country in various capacities lives on, with the Child Welfare Society of Kenya (CWSK) honouring […] The post A legacy of service to children: CWSK pays glowing tribute to Phoebe Asiyo appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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1 week ago OPINION: When Farmers Fall Prey – Unmasking the Crisis of Counterfeit Agrochemicals in Kenya

In the hands of a Kenyan farmer, every seed represents hope—hope for a bountiful harvest, for school fees, for food on the table, and for dignity earned through honest work. Yet that hope is being quietly eroded by the growing menace of counterfeit agrochemicals that promise growth but deliver destruction. Findings from the Anti-Counterfeit Authority’s […] The post OPINION: When Farmers Fall Prey – Unmasking the Crisis of Counterfeit Agrochemicals in Kenya appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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1 week ago Beyond the baby showers: The untold stories of infertility in Kenya

Behind every glowing baby bump photo or joyful baby shower often lies a silent, complex journey rarely spoken about openly. While these moments represent celebration and new beginnings, they can mask the painful path many couples have walked to get there. In Kenya, one in five couples struggles with infertility, with an estimated 4.2 million […] The post Beyond the baby showers: The untold stories of infertility in Kenya appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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1 week ago Ruling on Kenyan children sired by British soldiers opens pandora's box

Ruling on Kenyan children sired by British soldiers opens pandora's box  Daily Nation

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