7 h. ago IEBC replaces expelled Senator Gloria Orwoba with Consolata Wakwabubi

NAIROBI, Kenya Aug 16 – The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has formally removed Gloria Magoma Orwoba from the list of nominated women senators, replacing her with Consolata Nabwire Wakwabubi under the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party. The change was confirmed in a Gazette notice dated August 15, 2025, signed by IEBC Chairperson Erastus […] The post IEBC replaces expelled Senator Gloria Orwoba with Consolata Wakwabubi appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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35 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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35 h. ago Ruto Accuses MPs of Running “Extortion Rings” and Judges of Shielding Graft Suspects

President William Ruto identified Parliament and the Judiciary as the weakest links in Kenya’s war against corruption, accusing lawmakers of soliciting bribes instead of exercising proper oversight. The President claimed that some parliamentary committees have morphed into “extortion rings,” allegedly demanding money from witnesses in exchange for favorable reports. Speaking in Homa Bay, he also accused the Judiciary of enabling corruption by granting anticipatory bail to suspects. Ruto said state officers have fallen prey to parliamentary committee extortion and urged the Speakers of both the Senate and the National Assembly to take action. He stressed that Parliament, like any other The post Ruto Accuses MPs of Running “Extortion Rings” and Judges of Shielding Graft Suspects appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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35 h. ago Thika’s Road to City Status: Wamatangi Makes Strong Case in Senate

Thika town is steadily moving closer to city status, with Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi leading the charge in the Senate. The Senate Devolution Committee, chaired by Wajir Senator Abass Mohamed, has already begun hearings on the proposal. During the hearings, Governor Wamatangi described Thika as one of Kenya’s fastest emerging industrial hubs with a thriving manufacturing sector that is still attracting investors. Formerly called the “Birmingham of Africa” due to its good climate, farming fertility, town planning, cultural heritage, and industrial growth, Wamatangi said Thika nows offers tremendous potential for development with available land and its location along the Trans-Africa The post Thika’s Road to City Status: Wamatangi Makes Strong Case in Senate appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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45 h. ago Kenya: Senator Ali Roba urges Ruto govt to shield Mandera from Somalia’s unending wars: “At all costs”

Kenya: Senator Ali Roba urges Ruto govt to shield Mandera from Somalia’s unending wars: “At all costs”  Horseed Media

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47 h. ago Kindiki warns against ‘useless trickery’ in Baringo primaries as UDA eyes crucial Senate seat

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 14 — Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has urged officials of the ruling party to ensure a fair and transparent process for selecting a single candidate in the upcoming Baringo Senate by-election, warning that internal divisions could cost UDA the seat. Speaking while hosting 3,000 grassroots leaders from Baringo, Kindiki said the party […] The post Kindiki warns against ‘useless trickery’ in Baringo primaries as UDA eyes crucial Senate seat appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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58 h. ago “We Want Ksh16M Too”: Kingi’s Humorous Appeal to Ruto After Senators Thrash Governors 5 Nil

There was a moment of humor at the Devolution Conference in Homa Bay when Senate Speaker Amason Kingi playfully dared President William Ruto to reward senators for their recent football victory over governors. Senator Kingi proposed that senators be rewarded for having defeated governors 5–0, just as the President had previously rewarded national team Harambee Stars for its victory against Morocco, Angola, and Congo. Addressing the conference on Wednesday, 13 August 2025, Kingi argued that the Senate’s Bunge FC squad, which also deserved the sort of accolades given to the Harambee Stars. “In keeping with your generosity, Mr President, that The post “We Want Ksh16M Too”: Kingi’s Humorous Appeal to Ruto After Senators Thrash Governors 5 Nil appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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59 h. ago Nairobi Leads in County Revenue Allocation as Ruto Approves Ksh415B Share

President William Ruto signed into law the County Allocation of Revenue Bill, 2025, and the County Public Finance Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2023, raising counties’ equitable share of national revenue to Ksh415 billion from Ksh387.4 billion for the financial year 2025/2026. The County Allocation of Revenue Bill, sponsored by Senate Finance and Budget Committee chair Ali Roba, details how the Ksh415 billion will be distributed among Kenya’s 47 counties using the revenue-sharing formula approved by Parliament. Nairobi County will receive the highest share at Ksh21.4 billion, then Nakuru at Ksh14.4 billion, Turkana at Ksh13.8 billion, and Kakamega at Ksh13.6 billion. Taita The post Nairobi Leads in County Revenue Allocation as Ruto Approves Ksh415B Share appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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60 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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3 d. 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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3 d. 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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3 d. ago Senator Hezena Wins Court Protection Against Estranged Boyfriend

Nominated Senator Hezena Lemaletian has obtained temporary court orders protecting her from her estranged boyfriend, Musa Hussein Lenyumpa, banning him from contacting or harassing her in any way. In his ruling, Magistrate Festus Terer prohibited Musa from assaulting, threatening, harassing, or interfering with the senator’s well-being. The court also barred him from using her name, image, or likeness for personal or commercial gain, publishing any information about her, or accessing her home or workplace until further orders are given. Represented by lawyer Danstan Omari, the ODM-nominated Senator told the court that their relationship was limited to a Samburu customary courtship, The post Senator Hezena Wins Court Protection Against Estranged Boyfriend appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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4 d. ago William Ruto hosts US delegation at state house amid US Senate scrutiny, Gachagua allegations: “Key partner”

William Ruto hosts US delegation at state house amid US Senate scrutiny, Gachagua allegations: “Key partner”  MSN

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4 d. ago No Politics of Sycophancy: Natembeya Sets Record Straight on Ruto & Raila

Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has spoken about his political relationship with President William Ruto and former Premier Raila Odinga. During an interview with a local television station on Monday, August 11, 2025, Natembeya explained that he doesn’t feel the need to have a personal connection with the president. The former county commissioner argued that the belief politicians must maintain close ties with the executive to secure development is misguided. “Our relationship with Ruto is that he is the president and I am a governor. That is the relation. He is in the national government, and I am in the The post No Politics of Sycophancy: Natembeya Sets Record Straight on Ruto & Raila appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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5 d. ago Web System To Curb Corruption Takes The Day at YSK’s 8th National STEM Exhibition

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 11 – Two students from Nova Pioneer Boys High School Eldoret, Kon Lual Ajok and Ian Mwadiloh have emerged as the overall winners of the 8th Young Scientists Kenya (YSK) National Science and Technology Exhibition. Their blockchain-powered project, Afronomy Chain, is a web system that enables real-time tracking of public funds from […] The post Web System To Curb Corruption Takes The Day at YSK’s 8th National STEM Exhibition appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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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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9 d. ago City Hall services paralysed for second day as staff down tools over 3

Workers at the county government headquarters blocked the entry and exit of vehicles belonging to senior county officials.

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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.

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9 d. ago Traffic Alert: Police Announce Alternative Routes as Roads Closed for CHAN Matches

Nairobi motorists are warned to prepare for severe traffic disruptions on Thursday as the African Nations Championship (CHAN) returns, bringing with it thousands of football fans and beefed-up security around key venues. Two exciting matches are on the cards at Kasarani Stadium, with the highlight featuring Harambee Stars taking on Angola. Events kick off earlier in the afternoon when DR Congo face Zambia at 4 p.m. at the same venue. In a traffic advisory issued in preparation for the matches, Nairobi Traffic Commandant Joseph Chirchir warned motorists of congested traffic on main roads – especially Thika Road, which is expected The post Traffic Alert: Police Announce Alternative Routes as Roads Closed for CHAN Matches appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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9 d. 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.

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