19 h. ago 4 suspects behind fake tenders arrested in Kitui after Sh105,000 fraud

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 7 — Detectives in Kitui Central have arrested four suspects accused of running an elaborate fake-tender scheme that defrauded a businessman of Sh105,000 through a bogus Kenya Prisons Service supply contract. According to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), the suspects—described as “smooth-talking pretenders”—posed as senior Prisons officers and convinced the victim […] The post 4 suspects behind fake tenders arrested in Kitui after Sh105,000 fraud appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

Events

51 h. ago Kenyans fighting for Russia: Lured by lucrative job offers but sent to the front line

Kenyans fighting for Russia: Lured by lucrative job offers but sent to the front line  BBC

Sport

63 h. ago Kenya accuses UK soldiers of human rights violations and sexual misconduct

Kenya accuses UK soldiers of human rights violations and sexual misconduct  Jurist.org

Events

69 h. ago Ruto says proposed AGOA extension critical for trade stability

If passed, the extension would allow ongoing negotiations to continue without risking the gains made over AGOA’s two-decade history, while offering space to redesign the agreement for a rapidly changing global trade environment.

Politics

2 d. ago Trump's Goodies for Kenya as US Body Swaps Ksh129 Billion Debt for Relief Food

Trump's Goodies for Kenya as US Body Swaps Ksh129 Billion Debt for Relief Food  LinkedIn

Politics

3 d. ago Govt Delivers Schools, Mall, Dispensary and Police Post in Mukuru Affordable Housing Project

Principal Secretary for Housing and Urban Development Charles Hinga on Thursday handed over a set of key social amenities at the New Boma Yangu Mukuru Housing Estate, marking a major milestone as the government prepares for the second phase handover of 5,000 newly completed affordable housing units. Speaking during the handover ceremony, PS Hinga emphasized that the programme’s focus extends beyond housing construction to ensuring residents enjoy a complete and convenient living environment. “The facilities here including schools, healthcare facilities, retail spaces, and the police post are designed to make the estate a fully self-sufficient, thriving community and improve the The post Govt Delivers Schools, Mall, Dispensary and Police Post in Mukuru Affordable Housing Project appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Events

3 d. ago Mbadi: How Kenya Plans to Spend the Ksh244.5B Safaricom Stake Windfall

The government plans to sell a 15% stake in Safaricom to Vodacom Group Limited for Ksh.244.5 billion, the telco has announced. The stake, equivalent to 6,009,814,200 ordinary shares priced at Ksh.34 each, will reduce the State’s ownership in Safaricom from 35% to 20%. In addition to acquiring the government’s stake, Vodacom will buy a 5% interest from Vodafone International Holdings, raising its total shareholding in Safaricom from 35% to 55%. This gives Vodacom majority control for the first time since Safaricom’s listing in 2008. The government share acquisition links to an internal reorganisation where Vodacom will acquire Vodafone International Holdings The post Mbadi: How Kenya Plans to Spend the Ksh244.5B Safaricom Stake Windfall appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Politics

3 d. ago How Woman’s Arrest Linked KDF Officers to Alleged Ksh8.2B Meth Theft

Details have emerged of how Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) officers were implicated in the alleged theft of a portion of  the massive methamphetamine consignment seized during a high-level multi-agency operation on October 25, 2025. A routine anti-narcotics operation in Mombasa led to the arrest of a woman suspected of dealing crystal meth, with detectives discovering she was married to an active KDF soldier and connected by marriage to a sitting Member of Parliament. Security sources indicated that her detention raised suspicions that part of the KSh8.2 billion meth seizure recovered at sea in October may have been siphoned off before The post How Woman’s Arrest Linked KDF Officers to Alleged Ksh8.2B Meth Theft appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Events

3 d. ago Meru Blogger Sniper Murder Case: Court Sets New Dates, Mwangaza to Take Stand

The high-profile murder trial of Meru blogger Daniel Muthiani, popularly known as Sniper, will resume in February next year at the Kiambu Law Courts, with former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza lined up as a key witness. The case proceeded on Wednesday, where current Meru Governor Mutuma M’Ethingia took the stand before Justice Dorah Chepkwony. Mutuma told the court he knew the late blogger and had once sent him money to buy insecticides, adding that their communication was “largely one-sided.” He also clarified that while he knew the first and second accused persons, he had no relationship with the others and The post Meru Blogger Sniper Murder Case: Court Sets New Dates, Mwangaza to Take Stand appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Events

3 d. ago Panyako: Govt Tried to Bribe Me With Cabinet Position After Malava By

United Opposition candidate Seth Panyako now claims that President William Ruto’s administration attempted to lure him with a Cabinet Secretary position just days after he lost the Malava by-election. Speaking on Radio Maisha Wednesday, December 3, Panyako said the alleged offer came on November 28, describing it as an insult to voters who endured violence and intimidation during the campaigns. He said he rejected the overture because it went against the principles of his campaign and the sacrifices his supporters made. According to Panyako, the government’s approach represented “the highest level of inhumanity” and signaled that “sycophants” were running the The post Panyako: Govt Tried to Bribe Me With Cabinet Position After Malava By-Election appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Politics

3 d. ago Kindiki Vows to Crush Bandits in Meru as Government Intensifies Security Operations

MERU, Kenya Dec 4 – Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has warned bandits terrorising residents of Meru County that they will face the full force of the government, saying security operations in the region will be intensified to wipe them out. Kindiki said more specialised security officers and National Police Reservists have been deployed to the […] The post Kindiki Vows to Crush Bandits in Meru as Government Intensifies Security Operations appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

Politics

3 d. ago Kenya Accuses British Troops of "Sexual Abuse" | Firstpost Africa

Kenya Accuses British Troops of "Sexual Abuse" | Firstpost Africa  Firstpost

Politics

3 d. ago Kenya Accuses British Troops of "Sexual Abuse" & Human Rights Violations | Firstpost Africa

Kenya Accuses British Troops of "Sexual Abuse" & Human Rights Violations | Firstpost Africa  Firstpost

Politics

3 d. ago PS Hinga Hands Over Key Amenities at Mukuru Estate Ahead of Allocation of 5,000 New Housing Units

NAIROBI, Kenya Dec 4 – Principal Secretary for Housing and Urban Development Charles Hinga has handed over key social amenities at the New Boma Yangu Mukuru Housing Estate in Nairobi, marking a major milestone ahead of the allocation of 5,000 newly completed affordable housing units. Speaking during the ceremony on Thursday, PS Hinga said the […] The post PS Hinga Hands Over Key Amenities at Mukuru Estate Ahead of Allocation of 5,000 New Housing Units appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

Politics

3 d. ago Platinum Credit to pay complainant Sh400,000 for unsolicited texts, calls

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 4 – The Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) has ordered Platinum Credit Limited to pay a Kenyan Sh400,000 for unlawfully sending unsolicited marketing messages and calls without his consent. The ruling follows a complaint by Samuel Kamau Waweru, who reported that Platinum Credit – through its sales agents – repeatedly […] The post Platinum Credit to pay complainant Sh400,000 for unsolicited texts, calls appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

Politics

4 d. ago British soldiers in Kenya accused of assault and murder over decades

British soldiers in Kenya accused of assault and murder over decades  The Times

Events

4 d. ago British troops accused of human rights violations and sexual abuse in Kenya

British troops accused of human rights violations and sexual abuse in Kenya  The Guardian

Politics

4 d. ago Kenya's Safaricom: Vodafone Kenya does not intend to launch a take

Kenya's Safaricom: Vodafone Kenya does not intend to launch a take-over offer of Safaricom  MarketScreener

Politics

4 d. ago British troops accused of human rights violations, environmental destruction and sexual abuse in Kenya

British troops accused of human rights violations, environmental destruction and sexual abuse in Kenya  The Guardian

Politics

4 d. ago Kenyan Parliamentary Inquiry Accuses British Troops of Sexual Misconduct

Kenyan Parliamentary Inquiry Accuses British Troops of Sexual Misconduct  Sri Lanka Guardian

Politics