99 m. ago Prtsident Ruto directs Kenya Copyright Board to create a digital collection on ECitizen

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 16 – President William Ruto has directed the Kenya Copyright Board to create a digital collection on ECitizen so as to enhance artist earnings. Speaking during the 97th Kenya Music Festival State Concert at the Sagana lodge in Nyeri, the head of state also ordered the board to resolve Collective Management Organisation […] The post Prtsident Ruto directs Kenya Copyright Board to create a digital collection on ECitizen appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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2 h. ago President Ruto directs Kenya Copyright Board to create a digital collection on ECitizen

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 16 – President William Ruto has directed the Kenya Copyright Board to create a digital collection on ECitizen so as to enhance artist earnings. Speaking during the 97th Kenya Music Festival State Concert at the Sagana lodge in Nyeri, the head of state also ordered the board to resolve Collective Management Organisation […]

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4 h. ago Fred Matiang’i: Presidential hopeful jets back to Kenya, treats locals to nyama choma

Fred Matiang’i: Presidential hopeful jets back to Kenya, treats locals to nyama choma  MSN

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22 h. ago Kindiki urges proactive oversight over Governor by MCAs devoid of harassment

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 15 — Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has urged Members of County Assemblies (MCAs) to exercise their oversight mandate with integrity and diligence, cautioning against using it to harass, blackmail, or extort governors. Speaking at the closing ceremony of the 9th Devolution Conference in Homa Bay County on Friday, Kindiki lauded devolution as […] The post Kindiki urges proactive oversight over Governor by MCAs devoid of harassment appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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24 h. ago Ruto names former IEBC Returning Officer John Lorionokou as Parties Registrar

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 15 – President William Ruto has nominated John Cox Lorionokou as the new Registrar of Political Parties, replacing Ann Nderitu whose tenure has ended. State House said it had forwarded Lorionokou’s nomination, made on the recommendation of the Public Service Commission, to the National Assembly for vetting and approval in accordance with […] The post Ruto names former IEBC Returning Officer John Lorionokou as Parties Registrar appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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29 h. ago President Ruto launches construction of Sh750mn Awendo Affordable Housing Project

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 15 – President William Ruto on Thursday laid the foundation stone for the construction of the Awendo Affordable Housing Project that will deliver 293 housing units within the next 12 months at a cost of Sh750 million. Speaking at the proposed 1.8-acre site when he handed over the plot to the contractor, […] The post President Ruto launches construction of Sh750mn Awendo Affordable Housing Project appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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30 h. ago CJ Koome slams executive over attacks on judges after Ruto bail protest

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 15 — Chief Justice Martha Koome has hit back at President William Ruto’s criticism of anticipatory bail, warning the Executive against undermining judicial independence through public attacks on judges. Speaking at the Law Society of Kenya Annual Conference in Kwale on Thursday, Koome said grievances with court decisions — even by the […] The post CJ Koome slams executive over attacks on judges after Ruto bail protest appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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46 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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51 h. ago Justice Mugambi allows President Ruto to retain advisors in Cabinet meetings

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 13 — The High Court has dismissed a petition challenging President William Ruto’s decision to invite advisors in Cabinet meetings, ruling that non-permanent inclusion of experts for advisory purposes does not breach the Constitution. Justice Lawrence Mugambi found that while Article 152 of the Constitution clearly defines Cabinet membership, it does not […] The post Justice Mugambi allows President Ruto to retain advisors in Cabinet meetings appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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58 h. ago Homa Bay’s Big Leap: Governor Wanga Credits Ruto for Historic Development Boom

Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga praised President William Ruto’s Kenya Kwanza regime for scaling up development of the county’s infrastructure. Speaking on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, during the ongoing Devolution Conference, Governor Wanga credited the progress to a strong national–county relationship. She referred to the establishment of a broad-based government as a milestone that ushered in revolutionary programs in the region. She emphasized that the collaboration flourished despite Homa Bay not voting for Ruto in the past General Election. “I want to thank you for your partnership in transforming Homa Bay to make it worthy of hosting this conference. When The post Homa Bay’s Big Leap: Governor Wanga Credits Ruto for Historic Development Boom appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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58 h. ago Ruto’s KNCHR Nominee Duncan Ojwang’ Withdraws Days Before Vetting

President William Ruto’s pick for Chairperson of the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR), Duncan Oburu Ojwang’, has declined the appointment, just days after his nomination reached Parliament for vetting. In a formal letter to National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, Ojwang’ cited personal reasons and a potential conflict of interest for stepping down. His decision has forced the Justice and Legal Affairs Committee to suspend its scheduled vetting, with the appointing authority now tasked with finding a new nominee for the influential human rights watchdog. Addressing legislators on Tuesday, Speaker Wetang’ula confirmed he had received Ojwang’s withdrawal letter. He The post Ruto’s KNCHR Nominee Duncan Ojwang’ Withdraws Days Before Vetting appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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63 h. ago Ruto calls out MPs for turning oversight committees to extortion

HOMA BAY, Kenya, Aug 14 – President William Ruto has castigated a section of Members of Parliament whom he claims have been demanding bribes to alter or ignore official reports. The issue came up during the opening ceremony of the Devolution Conference in Homa Bay County, where the President singled out members of House Oversight […] The post Ruto calls out MPs for turning oversight committees to extortion appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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3 d. ago Somalia's president urges return of Jubaland troops who fled to Kenya

Somalia's president urges return of Jubaland troops who fled to Kenya  Somali Guardian

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3 d. ago CHAN 2024: Harambee Stars, sports in Kenya, deserve more than lofty presidential bonuses

CHAN 2024: Harambee Stars, sports in Kenya, deserve more than lofty presidential bonuses  MSN

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3 d. ago ICPAK Council member lauds enactment of law granting county assemblies financial autonomy

KISUMU, Kenya, Aug 13 – President William Ruto has been lauded for signing into law a landmark bill granting county assemblies full financial autonomy. On Wednesday at the State Lodge in Homa Bay, the President assented to the County Allocation of Revenue Bill, 2025, and the County Public Finance Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2023. FCPA Hesbon […] The post ICPAK Council member lauds enactment of law granting county assemblies financial autonomy appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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4 d. ago President Ruto: Youth are Kenya’s greatest asset in shaping the nation’s future

President Ruto: Youth are Kenya’s greatest asset in shaping the nation’s future  Citizen Digital

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4 d. ago CHAN CHAN 2024: President Ruto promises handsome rewards if Kenya beat Zambia

CHAN CHAN 2024: President Ruto promises handsome rewards if Kenya beat Zambia  Africa Top Sports

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5 d. ago President Ruto promises affordable housing unit if Kenya reach 2024 CHAN semi

President Ruto promises affordable housing unit if Kenya reach 2024 CHAN semi-finals  Flashscore.com

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5 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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6 d. ago Kindiki to Gachagua: Share Terror Information or Be Held Accountable

NAIROBI, Kenya Aug 9 – Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has challenged his predecessor Rigathi Gachagua, demanding that he hand over any information he claims to have on planned terrorist attacks. In remarks aimed at Gachagua, Kindiki said leaders who make such claims must be held to account and compelled to assist investigative agencies.Gachagua, while in […] The post Kindiki to Gachagua: Share Terror Information or Be Held Accountable appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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