76 m. ago Sifuna Dragged Into Bribery Storm as Ruto Faces Senate Backlash

Kisii Senator Richard Onyonka has claimed that the government is plotting to arrest Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Secretary General Edwin Sifuna over alleged bribery. Speaking during a stakeholder forum in Meru County, Onyonka alleged that authorities had hatched a scheme to arrest the Nairobi Senator alongside other parliamentarians accused of receiving bribes. The Kisii legislator further alleged that he had received information indicating President William Ruto personally ordered the arrests of Sifuna and several lawmakers. Onyonka faulted the Head of State for ignoring corruption within the executive while targeting the legislature. “We have just received information that the president wants The post Sifuna Dragged Into Bribery Storm as Ruto Faces Senate Backlash appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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78 m. ago Matiang’i Slams Govt Over Gachagua Threats: “Things Only Become Criminal When Rigathi Speaks”

Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i came to the defense of Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua, backing his claims of widespread looting within the Kenya Kwanza administration. Speaking on Tuesday during a meeting with opposition leaders ahead of Gachagua’s return from the United States, Matiang’i accused the government of persecuting the former Deputy President for simply speaking the truth. He insisted that Gachagua’s concerns had been validated by reports from two international publications. “What is happening here is looting, it’s not corruption. Massive looting of the country is happening, and we are just watching, but we should The post Matiang’i Slams Govt Over Gachagua Threats: “Things Only Become Criminal When Rigathi Speaks” appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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3 h. ago JLAC to Prioritise KNCHR nominee Claris Onganga’s Vetting Despite Parliamentary Recess

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 19 – President William Ruto has forwarded the nomination of Claris Awuor Onganga to the National Assembly for approval as Chairperson of the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR), following the withdrawal of city lawyer Duncan Oburu Ojwang. Speaker of the National Assembly, Moses Wetang’ula, noted that by submitting a fresh […]

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10 h. ago Ruto, US Secretary Rubio discuss Haiti security mission, trade as Kenya pushes UN support

Ruto, US Secretary Rubio discuss Haiti security mission, trade as Kenya pushes UN support  The Eastleigh Voice

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12 h. ago President Ruto hails Zoomlion’s bold waste solutions at Kenya DevCon2025

President Ruto hails Zoomlion’s bold waste solutions at Kenya DevCon2025  GhanaWeb

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13 h. ago Ruto arrives in Yokohama for TICAD 9, priorities include Nairobi transport upgrades

Areas of discussion to include the expansion of Mombasa Port, Mombasa Port Area Road Development, Dongo Kundu Special Economic Zone and the Nairobi urban transport system upgrades.

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13 h. ago HELB disburses Sh9.5bn in financial aid to 309,178 university students

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 19 — The Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) has released Sh9.46 billion in financial aid to 309,178 university students, providing critical support for both tuition and living expenses in the new academic year. According to the Ministry of Education, the disbursement includes Sh5.76 billion for tuition fees and Sh3.7 billion for student […] The post HELB disburses Sh9.5bn in financial aid to 309,178 university students appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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14 h. ago UDA paid ODM ‘dowry’, Kuria claims, as he warns NADCO will end like BBI

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 19 – Former Presidential Economic Advisor Moses Kuria has likened the joint meeting between the legislators from the ruling UDA and the ODM to a “dowry payment,” accusing President William Ruto’s party of buying political peace with Raila Odinga’s camp. Kuria said he had hoped the National Dialogue Committee (NADCO) would pave […] The post UDA paid ODM ‘dowry’, Kuria claims, as he warns NADCO will end like BBI appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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15 h. ago ‘One man’s landing not a crisis’: Murkomen says police ready to contain Gachagua

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 19 – Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has downplayed security concerns over the anticipated return of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. Gachagua is expected back in the country on Thursday after a three-week tour of the United States. Speaking in Murang’a County during the ongoing Jukwaa la Usalama forum, Murkomen said Gachagua’s […] The post ‘One man’s landing not a crisis’: Murkomen says police ready to contain Gachagua appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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18 h. ago Ruto’s protest victim reparation scheme splits Central Kenya

NYERI, Kenya, Aug 19 — A political storm is brewing in the Central Region over government plans to compensate families of those killed during the Genz demonstrations and Saba Saba riots. Opposition MPs have condemned the proposed compensation, calling it hypocritical. They argue that the government must first acknowledge and apologize for the actions of […] The post Ruto’s protest victim reparation scheme splits Central Kenya appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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19 h. ago No evidence that Kenya’s former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua travelled to the US for cancer treatment

No evidence that Kenya’s former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua travelled to the US for cancer treatment  Africa Check

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20 h. ago Ignore fake graphics attributing controversial quotes about Kenya’s national football team to ex

Ignore fake graphics attributing controversial quotes about Kenya’s national football team to ex-deputy president Gachagua  Africa Check

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20 h. ago ‘Soko Huru’ Senate: Who pocketed Sh150mn to save a Governor?

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 19 — President William Ruto’s latest corruption salvo has placed the Senate in an uncomfortable spotlight, after revealing unnamed Senators pocketed Sh150 million to sway an impeachment vote. The revelation, made during a joint Kenya Kwanza–ODM parliamentary group meeting on Monday, has raised fresh questions about the integrity of impeachment proceedings, already […] The post ‘Soko Huru’ Senate: Who pocketed Sh150mn to save a Governor? appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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21 h. ago White House Summit brings together Trump, Zelensky and European leaders

WASHINGTON, United States, Aug 19 — US President Donald Trump, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and seven European leaders held multilateral talks at the White House on Monday. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, European Commission President Ursula Von der Leyen, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, Finnish President Alexander Stubb, German Chancellor […] The post White House Summit brings together Trump, Zelensky and European leaders appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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23 h. ago Muturi, Makau differ over new law to compensate protest victims

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 18 – Former Attorney General Justin Muturi has dismissed calls for fresh legislation on compensation for victims of protests, insisting that the existing Victim Protection Act, 2014, is sufficient. Muturi, who also served as a National Assembly Speaker, argued that what is needed is the full implementation of the law rather than […] The post Muturi, Makau differ over new law to compensate protest victims appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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25 h. ago Ministry of Health Links Private Insurance to SHA in Healthcare Reform

The Ministry of Health has announced a new partnership with private insurance companies to complement services under the Social Health Authority (SHA) and expand healthcare access for Kenyans. In a Monday statement, the ministry confirmed that, starting yesterday, private insurers will enhance the government scheme by offering additional plans such as overseas medical care, elective procedures, and premium add-ons. The insurers will also co-finance treatment of chronic illnesses through SHA’s Emergency, Chronic, and Critical Illness Fund (ECCIF). Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale reached the agreement after he met with Chief Executive Officers of medical insurance companies at Afya House, Nairobi, on The post Ministry of Health Links Private Insurance to SHA in Healthcare Reform appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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25 h. ago Ruto: Bribe Givers and Receivers in Parliament Will Be Arrested

President William Ruto claimed a section of Members of Parliament took bribes to oppose the recently passed anti-money laundering law. In a joint parliamentary group meeting with ODM and UDA MPs on Monday, August 18, Ruto claimed he had knowledge of corruption taking place within parliamentary committees. “There are legitimate concerns about how resources are being spent at the counties, and we cannot run away. By virtue of the position I hold today, I am a consumer of raw intelligence. I know what’s going on,” he said. The President alleged that some MPs received millions of shillings to block crucial The post Ruto: Bribe Givers and Receivers in Parliament Will Be Arrested appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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25 h. ago Rift Valley Already Convinced on Ruto’s Leadership, Says Wetang’ula

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula urged Rift Valley residents to stand firmly behind President William Ruto in his quest for a second term, insisting that Ruto’s performance has outshined that of his predecessors. Addressing congregants at a fundraiser at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Kapsabet, Wetang’ula said the region did not need convincing to back President Ruto because his leadership and tangible results already spoke for themselves. “As residents of Rift Valley, we are preaching to the converted. You do not need to be mobilised or coerced to support your son for a second term because you know the direction The post Rift Valley Already Convinced on Ruto’s Leadership, Says Wetang’ula appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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26 h. ago Stranded abroad: Rude shock for Kenyan patients after SHA directive

Stranded abroad: Rude shock for Kenyan patients after SHA directive  Daily Nation

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36 h. ago The President of Kenya wants to build a new church. Why are Chrsitians opposing it?

The President of Kenya wants to build a new church. Why are Chrsitians opposing it?  Premier Christianity Magazine

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