3 h. ago Spiderweb silks and architectures reveal millions of years of evolutionary ingenuity

Ella Kellner, University of North Carolina – Charlotte Have you ever walked face-first into a spiderweb while on a hike? Or swept away cobwebs in your garage? You may recognize the orb web as the classic Halloween decoration or cobwebs as close neighbors with your dust bunnies. These are just two among the many types […] The post Spiderweb silks and architectures reveal millions of years of evolutionary ingenuity appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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3 h. ago Govt disburses Sh4mn to cater for burial costs of Nyakach road accident victims

KISUMU, Kenya, Aug 15 – The government has disbursed Sh4 million to cater for the burial of 26 accident victims in Nyakach Sub County over the weekend. Nyanza regional commissioner Flora Mworia says the commitment that was made to the affected families has now been actualized. “I have received Sh4.4million from Principal Secretary for interior […] The post Govt disburses Sh4mn to cater for burial costs of Nyakach road accident victims appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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7 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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15 h. ago Empowering Women, Transforming Futures: New Reports Reveal Link Between Women’s Empowerment and Child Well

Empowering Women, Transforming Futures: New Reports Reveal Link Between Women’s Empowerment and Child Well-Being in Kenya  Unicef

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25 h. ago Court slaps Pumwani Hospital with Sh7.5mn payout for violating woman’s rights in botched delivery case

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 13 – The High Court has ordered Pumwani Maternity Hospital to pay Sh 7.5 million in compensation to a woman whose baby died, and uterus was removed following what the court ruled was gross medical negligence during childbirth. Justice Lawrence Mugambi, sitting at the Milimani High Court, found that the hospital’s mishandling […] The post Court slaps Pumwani Hospital with Sh7.5mn payout for violating woman’s rights in botched delivery case appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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30 h. ago Kenya given exact date to pay millions of CHAN 2024 fines as CAF full report emerges

Kenya given exact date to pay millions of CHAN 2024 fines as CAF full report emerges  MSN

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32 h. ago Million more Kenyans struggle to buy nutritious food as prices surge

Million more Kenyans struggle to buy nutritious food as prices surge  Daily Nation

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60 h. ago SocialBoosting TikTok Followers: Are They Worth It for Growing Accounts?

The TikTok growth landscape in 2025 presents unprecedented challenges for content creators seeking to build meaningful audiences. With over 1.8 billion active users and millions of videos uploaded daily, standing out from the crowd requires strategic thinking beyond just creating great content. This reality has led many creators to explore whether SocialBoosting TikTok followers represent a worthwhile investment for accelerating account growth, or if the risks outweigh the potential benefits. The Economics of TikTok Growth Building a substantial TikTok following organically can take months or even years, depending on your niche, content quality, and posting consistency. For creators looking to The post SocialBoosting TikTok Followers: Are They Worth It for Growing Accounts? appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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68 h. ago US indicts Haitian gang leader “Barbecue” Cherizier, offers $5 million reward for his arrest

A statement from the US Department of Justice noted that Cherizier had been sanctioned in 2020 because he was responsible for an ongoing campaign of violence, including the 2018 La Saline massacre, in which 71 people were killed, more than 400 houses were destroyed, and at least seven women raped by armed gangs.

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3 d. ago Kenya’s HoneyCoin raises $4.9 million to expand stablecoin cross

Kenya’s HoneyCoin raises $4.9 million to expand stablecoin cross-border payments into new markets  TechCabal

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3 d. ago Ruto Pledges More Millions and Homes for Harambee Stars if CHAN Dream Comes True

President William Ruto has announced that Harambee Stars stand to own affordable housing units if they excel in the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), . Speaking on Monday at Pullman Hotel in Upper Hill, Nairobi, after meeting the squad, the President hailed their historic performance and unveiled generous incentives to spur them on in the upcoming matches. He confirmed that each member of the delegation has already received KSh1 million following their recent victory over Morocco. He also promised KSh2.5 million for every player if the team defeats Zambia in their next match on Sunday, August 17, 2025. Beyond the The post Ruto Pledges More Millions and Homes for Harambee Stars if CHAN Dream Comes True appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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4 d. ago Kenya Seeks to Become Africa's Vaccine Hub with New $250 Million Facility and Digital Health Plan

Kenya Seeks to Become Africa's Vaccine Hub with New $250 Million Facility and Digital Health Plan  TechAfrica News

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4 d. ago Mars rock found in Niger sells for millions in New York – now the country wants answers

“Brazen! It is brazen!” Prof Paul Sereno says down the phone line from Chicago. He makes no effort to disguise his anger that a rare meteorite from Mars discovered two years ago in the West African nation of Niger ended up being auctioned off in New York last month to an unnamed buyer. The palaeontologist, […] The post Mars rock found in Niger sells for millions in New York – now the country wants answers appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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5 d. ago Man suspected of stealing from tourist in Maasai Mara arrested

NAIROBI, Kenya Aug 10 – A man suspected of stealing from a Greek tourist at the Maasai Mara Game Park, has been apprehended by police. The middle-aged man is alleged to have made away with valuables and cash worth millions of shillings. The Directorate of Criminal Investigations says the suspect joined the tourist and his […] The post Man suspected of stealing from tourist in Maasai Mara arrested appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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7 d. ago EXPLAINED: How FKF's Ksh 15 Million Partnership With Kenya Tourism Board Will Be Used

EXPLAINED: How FKF's Ksh 15 Million Partnership With Kenya Tourism Board Will Be Used  Pulse Sports Kenya

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7 d. ago Watuka Boys’ School Bus to be auctioned Over KSh 1.1 Million Debt

NYERI, Kenya Aug 8 – Parents of Watuka Boys High School in Kieni, Nyeri County, are calling on the Ministry of Education to intervene and help save the school bus, which is set to be auctioned by a supplier over a KSh 1.1 million debt owed by the institution. The parents, who held a peaceful […] The post Watuka Boys’ School Bus to be auctioned Over KSh 1.1 Million Debt appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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7 d. ago Football and Tourism Sectors of Kenya Unite in a New Fifteen Million Ksh Partnership

Football and Tourism Sectors of Kenya Unite in a New Fifteen Million Ksh Partnership  Travel And Tour World

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8 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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8 d. ago Duo Charged Over Ksh1.1M Blood Kit Theft at Kenyatta Hospital

Two men were on Wednesday charged in a Nairobi court for allegedly stealing blood collection equipment worth over Ksh1.1 million from Kenyatta National Hospital. The suspects, Henry Theuri and Erick Otieno Omedo, are accused of stealing four cartons containing 24 automated blood collection kits and one carton of ordinary blood bags. The items, valued at Ksh1,125,870, are owned by the Nairobi Region Blood Transfusion Centre.. Prosecutors allege that the incident took place on July 29, 2025, within the hospital compound. In addition to the joint theft charges, Omedo faces another charge of dealing in suspected stolen goods. According to the The post Duo Charged Over Ksh1.1M Blood Kit Theft at Kenyatta Hospital appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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8 d. ago OPINION | Senate Should Reject Misguided Bill That Blocks Smokers’ Path to Safer Alternatives

As the Tobacco Control (Amendment) Bill 2024 proceeds to its second reading in the Senate, lawmakers face a clear and urgent choice: support evidence-based harm reduction strategies that can save lives — or trap 2.6 million Kenyan smokers in a cycle of addiction, disease, and early death by restricting access to safer alternatives. Tragically, the […] The post OPINION | Senate Should Reject Misguided Bill That Blocks Smokers’ Path to Safer Alternatives appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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