5 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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22 h. ago PHOTOS of the New Proposed KSh34 Billion UN Complex in Nairobi

Fresh artist renders have landed for the next phase of the United Nations complex in Gigiri, Nairobi, giving the clearest look yet at how the campus will evolve into a modern, accessible and net-zero conference hub. At the heart of the plan is a new 1,600-seat Assembly Hall flanked by a visitors centre, a media centre and an expanded mix of meeting rooms. The upgrade aims to boost Nairobi’s in-person meeting capacity from about 2,000 to 9,000 participants, a big step up for UNEA, UN-Habitat Assembly and other high-level forums that already call Gigiri home. The renders show low-rise, pavilion-style The post PHOTOS of the New Proposed KSh34 Billion UN Complex in Nairobi appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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26 h. ago NACADA busts notorious drug trafficker in Kisii, recovers Sh2mn cannabis

The raid targeted multiple hideouts linked to a well-established narcotics syndicate, leading to the recovery of a significant stash of cannabis sativa.

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27 h. ago MoD mulls increased KDF presence on Kenya–Ethiopia border to counter cross

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 15 — The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) is considering increasing troop deployment along the Kenya–Ethiopia border to curb insecurity in the volatile Todonyang area of Turkana County. In a statement on Thursday, the Ministry of Defence said Cabinet Secretary Soipan Tuya met Turkana North MP Ekwom Nabuim at Defence Headquarters to discuss […] The post MoD mulls increased KDF presence on Kenya–Ethiopia border to counter cross-border attacks appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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33 h. ago Trapped by dreams: The stories of Kenyan women caught in international drug trafficking

Trapped by dreams: The stories of Kenyan women caught in international drug trafficking  Daily Nation

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56 h. ago Ngong Police Nab Suspected Serial Rapist Targeting Couples in Vet Farm

Ngong police have arrested a man accused of raping multiple women in the Vet Farm area over the past two years. According to police, the suspect – identified as a former Nairobi County inspectorate officer and resident of Embulbul – was arrested on Wednesday. Officers say they recovered a facemask, handcuffs, and other items believed to have been used in the attacks. Investigators allege the man targeted picnicking couples and religious pilgrims. In several cases, he is accused of handcuffing the male companion before dragging the woman into a nearby thicket and assaulting her. Ngong Officer Commanding Station (OCS) Jacob The post Ngong Police Nab Suspected Serial Rapist Targeting Couples in Vet Farm appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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2 d. ago PHOTOS: U.S. is building a Sh1.2B special runway in Kenya, here's what's in store

PHOTOS: U.S. is building a Sh1.2B special runway in Kenya, here's what's in store  Pulselive Kenya

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3 d. ago Nairobi meeting paves way for Azerbaijan–Kenya legislative partnership

Nairobi meeting paves way for Azerbaijan–Kenya legislative partnership - PHOTO  Caliber.Az

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4 d. ago Ugandan woman extradited to Kenya over cannabis trafficking arraigned

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 12 – A Ugandan woman accused of masterminding a high-stakes cannabis trafficking scheme was on Monday arraigned at the JKIA Law Courts, where she was charged with trafficking in narcotic drugs. The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) said Hellen Ikareut, believed to be a key figure in a transnational drug network, was […] The post Ugandan woman extradited to Kenya over cannabis trafficking arraigned appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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5 d. ago US indicts Kenyan, three others for conspiring to supply weapons to Mexican drug cartels

US indicts Kenyan, three others for conspiring to supply weapons to Mexican drug cartels  Daily Nation

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5 d. ago Gachagua Defends Remarks: “I’m Speaking Truth, Not Insulting Kenya”

Democracy for Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua came out in his defense after his recent utterances against the leadership of Kenya, reiterating that his statements are fact-based and driven by a desire for good governance. While addressing the Kenyan diaspora at Holy Names University in San Francisco on Sunday, August 10, 2025, Gachagua reiterated that his comments were meant for the leaders and not the nation or its people. “I am not talking ill of my country, just speaking the truth. I am not saying that Kenya is bad; it is a beautiful country, with good people but with poor The post Gachagua Defends Remarks: “I’m Speaking Truth, Not Insulting Kenya” appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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9 d. ago Nurturing Resilience: A Mother’s Determination Amid Breastfeeding Challenges

NAIROBI, Kenya Aug 7 – In the bustling life of a school teacher, Mercy Kinoti—a devoted mother of two—quietly embodies resilience. As her second child approached six months, she returned to work when the baby was just four months old, determined to continue exclusive breastfeeding despite the demands of her profession. Living with spina bifida, […] The post Nurturing Resilience: A Mother’s Determination Amid Breastfeeding Challenges appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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9 d. ago Magistrate Reprimands Ringtone for Taking Photos of Complainant in Karen Land Case

The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has recalled a police file in a high-profile land fraud case involving gospel singer Alex Apoko, popularly known as Ringtone, and his co-accused, Alfred Juma Ayora. The two are facing charges over an alleged Ksh50 million land scam involving property in Karen said to belong to Teresia Adhiambo. During a court session, the prosecution informed trial magistrate Dolphina Alego that the DPP intends to review the criminal charges against the duo. The prosecution requested one month to complete the review process. Meanwhile, the magistrate reprimanded Ringtone after he was caught taking photos of the The post Magistrate Reprimands Ringtone for Taking Photos of Complainant in Karen Land Case appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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9 d. ago Frequent cannabis busts reveal depth of Kenya’s ongoing war on drugs

Frequent cannabis busts reveal depth of Kenya’s ongoing war on drugs  The Eastleigh Voice

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1 week ago Court detains Ugandan woman extradited to Kenya over drug trafficking

Court detains Ugandan woman extradited to Kenya over drug trafficking  Citizen Digital

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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 PHOTOS: Secret Drug Lab Busted in Ukunda, Italian Among Two Nabbed

A peaceful neighborhood in Mwabungo village, Ukunda, turned into the scene of a major police operation after detectives uncovered a hidden drug lab operating behind closed doors. Acting on days of surveillance and intelligence, officers from the Anti-Narcotics Unit and Kenya Police raided a fortified one-acre compound suspected to house an illegal drug operation. The team stormed the property, shielded by high walls and a guarded gate, and found a fully equipped lab stocked with chemicals and packaging materials labeled with names of well-known narcotics. The operation, police say, appeared to be highly organized and had likely been running for The post PHOTOS: Secret Drug Lab Busted in Ukunda, Italian Among Two Nabbed appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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1 week ago Kenya seeks Interpol help after Italian nabbed in Kwale drug lab bust

Kenya seeks Interpol help after Italian nabbed in Kwale drug lab bust  Daily Nation

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1 week ago Golfer Jay Sandhu shines at Vet Lab, seals slot in Kenya Open championship

Golfer Jay Sandhu shines at Vet Lab, seals slot in Kenya Open championship  Daily Nation

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1 week ago Kenya child sex trade: Secret filming expose 'madams' of Maai Mahiu

Kenya child sex trade: Secret filming expose 'madams' of Maai Mahiu  BBC

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