6 h. ago Fabricated newspaper front page falsely portrays Kenyan governor Natembeya as leading party revolt

Fabricated newspaper front page falsely portrays Kenyan governor Natembeya as leading party revolt  Africa Check

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9 h. ago Opiyo Wandayi: Government Has Already Implemented Key NADCO Reforms

Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has dismissed claims by Opposition leaders regarding the implementation of the National Dialogue Committee (NADCO) report, insisting the government has already acted on key recommendations. Speaking on Sunday, Wandayi pushed back against remarks made at the burial of Beryl Odinga, where several political figures alleged that the government had ignored the NADCO proposals. He argued that the statements were not only inaccurate but also risked misleading Kenyans. “A number of our political friends who have walked with us in the past came to condole with us, notably Wiper Leader Kalonzo Musyoka and former CS Eugene The post Opiyo Wandayi: Government Has Already Implemented Key NADCO Reforms appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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24 h. ago Maasai Morans swap spears for footballs in fight to protect lions

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 7 — A thrilling showdown unfolded this weekend as four top teams from the greater Amboseli landscape—Rombo, Kuku, Eselenkei, and ALOCA—competed in the finals of the 2025 Maasai Football League. Beyond the goals and celebrations, the rapidly growing community sports initiative is driving a remarkable shift in attitudes toward wildlife and conservation. […] The post Maasai Morans swap spears for footballs in fight to protect lions appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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45 h. ago ‘Please, leave us alone!’: Ida tells off politicians pressing Odinga family on 2027

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 6 – A sombre gathering at the burial of Beryl Odinga turned into a moment of emotional reflection on family, grief and political succession, as Ida Odinga delivered a firm message to political actors seeking to draw the mourning Odinga family into the 2027 alliances. Speaking after moving tributes from family members, […] The post ‘Please, leave us alone!’: Ida tells off politicians pressing Odinga family on 2027 appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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48 h. ago China, France need to deepen exchanges and mutual understanding: Macron

BEIJING, China, Dec 6 — French President Emmanuel Macron stressed the need to deepen cultural and people-to-people exchanges as well as mutual understanding, to foster cooperation and jointly address global challenges, during his visit to Chengdu, capital of Sichuan province. Macron made the remarks while delivering a speech on Friday at Sichuan University in Chengdu […] The post China, France need to deepen exchanges and mutual understanding: Macron appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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52 h. ago Nominated MP Joseph Hamisi dies at 56, Wetang’ula says death great loss

The National Assembly mourns the death of Nominated MP Denar Joseph Hamisi, 56. Speaker Moses Wetang’ula praises his humility, professionalism, and dedication to national service. Funeral arrangements will be communicated soon.

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69 h. ago In Kenya, smaller vaccine vials may mean more children protected

In Kenya, smaller vaccine vials may mean more children protected  Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance

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3 d. ago They’ll spend a lot of time hugging each other: Trump on Kagame

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 5 — US President Donald Trump on Thursday presided over the signing of a landmark peace agreement between the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Rwanda, declaring that the once-bitter rivals were turning the page on decades of bloodshed. In characteristic style, Trump remarked that Presidents Paul Kagame and Félix Tshisekedi […] The post They’ll spend a lot of time hugging each other: Trump on Kagame-Tshisekedi relations appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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3 d. ago Ruto Will Win 2027 Elections Hands Down, Senate Speaker Kingi Claims

The Senate Speaker, Amason Kingi, has made the bold declaration that President William Ruto will not face any serious competition in the 2027 elections, since none of his rivals can match his development record. Speaking in Mt Elgon, Bungoma County, on Thursday, December 4, 2025, Kingi praised Ruto’s administration for driving significant progress across the country, leaving him unmatched by any potential challenger. “In 2027, we have looked around, but we have not seen anyone capable of challenging Ruto. Have you seen any? We will have a competition without a competitor in 2027,” Kingi stated. “Ruto will emerge as the The post Ruto Will Win 2027 Elections Hands Down, Senate Speaker Kingi Claims appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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3 d. ago Moses Kuria: Aladwa Pressured to Withdraw from Nairobi Gubernatorial Pact by Powerful Officials

Former Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has claimed that Makadara MP George Aladwa faced pressure from powerful political players to withdraw from a political pact that would have positioned him as Kuria’s running mate in the 2027 Nairobi gubernatorial race. In a statement on Wednesday, Kuria alleged that “holders of extremely powerful offices” summoned Aladwa on Tuesday evening and instructed him to publicly denounce the alliance, just 24 hours after the partnership was announced. “George Aladwa was summoned last evening by holders of extremely powerful offices and ordered to denounce our agreement on the Nairobi Governor ticket. I respect his decision,” The post Moses Kuria: Aladwa Pressured to Withdraw from Nairobi Gubernatorial Pact by Powerful Officials appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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3 d. ago Media Council: Gachagua’s Attack on Stephen Letoo Amounts to Incitement

The Media Council of Kenya is outraged by what it describes as a reckless and dangerous verbal attack by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on Citizen TV journalist Stephen Letoo, stating that the former Deputy President is threatening media freedom with his remarks and putting journalists in harm’s way. The Council said Gachagua’s remarks on December 3, 2025, where he publicly named Letoo and branded him “the worst journalist,” accusing him of bias and demanding that Royal Media Services fire him, crossed the line into intimidation of the press. According to the regulator, direct attacks by high-ranking political figures endanger The post Media Council: Gachagua’s Attack on Stephen Letoo Amounts to Incitement appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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3 d. ago Speaker Wetang’ula confirms Kwanza MP is receiving treatment in India

NAIROBI, Kenya Dec 4-National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula on Tuesday moved to dispel persistent rumours claiming that Kwanza MP Ferdinand Wanyonyi had died, assuring the House and the country that the legislator is alive and responding well to treatment in India. Speaker Wetang’ula revealed that Wanyonyi had spent about a month at Nairobi Hospital, after […] The post Speaker Wetang’ula confirms Kwanza MP is receiving treatment in India appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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4 d. ago UDA sets January 10 Date for Grassroots Elections in 20 Counties

NAIROBI, Kenya Dec 4-The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) will conduct grassroots elections across 20 counties early next year, following a resolution by the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) and the National Elections Board (NEB). In a statement released on Thursday and signed by NEB Chair Anthony Mwaura, the party announced that polling centres elections in […] The post UDA sets January 10 Date for Grassroots Elections in 20 Counties appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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4 d. ago Kuria blames ‘extremely powerful offices’ for botched alliance with Aladwa

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 4 — Former Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has alleged that Makadara MP George Aladwa was pressured by “holders of extremely powerful offices” to withdraw from a political pact positioning the lawmaker as his running mate for the 2027 Nairobi gubernatorial race. In a statement on Wednesday, Kuria claimed Aladwa was summoned on […] The post Kuria blames ‘extremely powerful offices’ for botched alliance with Aladwa appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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4 d. ago Today in Africa — December 3, 2025: RSF Ransom Killings, Kenya vs UK Troops, Donald Trump’s Anti

Today in Africa — December 3, 2025: RSF Ransom Killings, Kenya vs UK Troops, Donald Trump’s Anti-Somali Remarks  OkayAfrica

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5 d. ago ‘I can sit!’: Wamaua’s remarks on Governor seat draw sharp criticism

Maragua MP Mary Wamaua faces backlash after making controversial remarks about her suitability for the Murang’a gubernatorial seat, drawing public criticism over her decorum.

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5 d. ago IFC and Kenya Investment Authority Forge Strategic Alliance to Mobilize Foreign Capital Through Systematic Project Pipeline Development

IFC and Kenya Investment Authority Forge Strategic Alliance to Mobilize Foreign Capital Through Systematic Project Pipeline Development  Serrari Group

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5 d. ago Khalwale axed as Majority Whip, Replaced by Bungoma Senator Wakoli

Senate Speaker Amason Kingi confirmed receiving a letter from Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot notifying him that the post will be taken over by Bungoma Senator David Wakoli.

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6 d. ago South Africa to be fully engaged in G20 despite tensions with Washington: president – China Daily

JOHANNESBURG – South African President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Sunday that the country would remain fully engaged in G20 activities, despite recent tensions with the United States, the host of next year’s G20 meetings. The president made the remarks in a national address after South Africa presided over the G20 Leaders’ Summit a week ago, […] The post South Africa to be fully engaged in G20 despite tensions with Washington: president – China Daily appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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6 d. ago President William Ruto told Chiefs and their Assistants, “The Jukwaa La Usalama engagement reflects the Bottom

President William Ruto told Chiefs and their Assistants, “The Jukwaa La Usalama engagement reflects the Bottom-Up approach to security in our country. I commend you for mobilizing SHA registration.” He made the remarks during the graduation of Chiefs an  facebook.com

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