2 h. ago Tanzania Declares Planned Independence Day Protests Illegal, Warns of ‘Attempted Coup’

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 9 — Tanzania’s government has declared that nationwide anti-government protests planned for today will be unlawful, warning that participation could amount to an “attempted coup,” as heavy deployments of security forces were reported across major cities. The demonstrations were called by activists and opposition groups to coincide with the anniversary of mainland […] The post Tanzania Declares Planned Independence Day Protests Illegal, Warns of ‘Attempted Coup’ appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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3 h. ago Absa on the Spot as Senate Investigates Pension Fraud Targeting Kenyan Retirees

Parliament has launched investigations into a fast-growing fraud scheme that appears to be targeting retirees moments after they receive their lump-sum pension payments from the government. According to the Senate, the syndicate somehow gains access to pensioners’ confidential banking information, allowing criminals to monitor account activity and drain the funds under mysterious circumstances. Migori Senator Eddy Oketch raised the alarm in the House, warning that criminals seem to be obtaining highly sensitive personal banking details. He said this access enables them to track government disbursements and strike almost immediately after pension payments hit retirees’ accounts. Oketch highlighted a recent case The post Absa on the Spot as Senate Investigates Pension Fraud Targeting Kenyan Retirees appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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3 h. ago World Bank: Kenyans Paying Inflated Call Rates as CA Delays Mobile Tariff Reforms

Kenyan mobile phone users continue to pay higher call charges than necessary because regulators have delayed implementing long-awaited reforms meant to lower interconnection fees, the World Bank has cautioned in a new report. According to the latest Kenya Economic Update, the country’s mobile termination rates (MTRs) – the fees operators charge each other to connect calls – remain far above actual costs. The report says these outdated fees favour dominant players such as Safaricom while placing smaller operators at a competitive disadvantage. The World Bank points out that the Communications Authority of Kenya has stalled the shift to cost-based MTRs, The post World Bank: Kenyans Paying Inflated Call Rates as CA Delays Mobile Tariff Reforms appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Economics

3 h. ago Kenyans Invited to Give Input on Proposed Sale of Safaricom Shares

The government has opened the floor for public submissions on its plan to sell part of its Safaricom stake, a move designed to raise billions of shillings to fund key national development projects. According to the proposal presented in Sessional Paper No. 3 of 2025, the government intends to float 15 per cent of its shares in Safaricom while retaining a strategic 20 per cent. Proceeds will be used to finance infrastructure, digitization, and other areas of priority. National Assembly Clerk Samuel Njoroge said the input by the public will guide parliamentary committees in scrutinizing the plan. He observed that The post Kenyans Invited to Give Input on Proposed Sale of Safaricom Shares appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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9 h. ago Global leaders call for bold action on climate and biodiversity at UNEA 7 in Nairobi

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 8 — The Seventh Session of the UN Environment Assembly (UNEA-7) opened on Monday in Nairobi, bringing together environment ministers, intergovernmental organizations, civil society, youth delegates, and private sector representatives from around the world to advance solutions for a resilient planet through multilateralism. The UN Environment Assembly is the world’s highest decision-making […] The post Global leaders call for bold action on climate and biodiversity at UNEA 7 in Nairobi appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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9 h. ago Caroli Omondi flags political interference, funding crisis in watchdog bodies

NAIROBI, Kenya — Suba South MP Caroli Omondi has raised alarm over what he has termed as persistent threats to the independence and effectiveness of Kenya’s accountability institutions, citing inadequate funding, weak implementation of recommendations and growing political interference. Omondi, who chairs the National Assembly’s Constitutional Implementation Oversight Committee (CIOC), spoke Monday during the release […] The post Caroli Omondi flags political interference, funding crisis in watchdog bodies appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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11 h. ago Nyoro alleges plot to hike day school fees, vows resistance in Parliament

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 8 — Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has vowed that Parliament will block any attempt by the government to increase fees for day secondary schools from January, accusing the National Treasury of slashing capitation by Sh9,370 per learner. Nyoro said MPs would not support measures that load extra costs on households already struggling […] The post Nyoro alleges plot to hike day school fees, vows resistance in Parliament appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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12 h. ago Nyoro denounces Ruto’s ‘opaque’ fiscal plan, says Safaricom sale raw deal

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 8 — Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has issued a blistering warning over what he termed Kenya’s dangerous slide into opaque fiscal practices, accusing the National Treasury of engaging in off-budget borrowing. Nyoro singled out what he described as mortgaging key revenue streams, and rushed sale of a 15 per cent stake in […] The post Nyoro denounces Ruto’s ‘opaque’ fiscal plan, says Safaricom sale raw deal appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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15 h. ago GCA Unveils Toolkit to Empower Kenya’s Urban Governments for Climate Risk–Informed Planning

GCA Unveils Toolkit to Empower Kenya’s Urban Governments for Climate Risk–Informed Planning  Global Center on Adaptation

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17 h. ago UN environment assembly opens in Kenya with call to safeguard planetary health

UN environment assembly opens in Kenya with call to safeguard planetary health  Xinhua

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20 h. ago Kenya Power slapped with Sh20m penalty for illegal power lines on private land

Kenya Power slapped with Sh20m penalty for illegal power lines on private land  Business Daily

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20 h. ago Zelensky depicts peace talks with US as ‘constructive’, but ‘not easy’ – China Daily

KYIV/WASHINGTON/MOSCOW – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Sunday that talks with US representatives on a peace plan for Ukraine have been “constructive” but “not easy”, as he is scheduled to meet European leaders this week. “The American representatives know the basic Ukrainian positions,” Zelensky said in his nightly video address. “The conversation was constructive, although […] The post Zelensky depicts peace talks with US as ‘constructive’, but ‘not easy’ – China Daily appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

Politics

20 h. ago IEBC Chair Ethekon: Stealing an Election in Kenya Is Impossible

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 8 – Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Chairperson Edung Ethekon has asserted that election theft in Kenya is “an impossibility,” citing strengthened transparency measures, improved technology and strict audit trails that the commission deployed in the November 27 by-elections. Speaking during a post-election debrief with stakeholders, Ethekon defended the credibility of […] The post IEBC Chair Ethekon: Stealing an Election in Kenya Is Impossible appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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20 h. ago Kenyan govt plans MoU with Infratel Italia to expand communications infrastructure

Kenyan govt plans MoU with Infratel Italia to expand communications infrastructure  Telecompaper

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21 h. ago Uproar as UNEP Patron Lewis Pugh Plans to Swim in Mt Kenya Glacier Before UNEA

Uproar as UNEP Patron Lewis Pugh Plans to Swim in Mt Kenya Glacier Before UNEA-7 Address  The Kenya Times

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21 h. ago IEBC Chair Ethekon Warns of ‘Super Agents’ Hijacking Elections, Cites Alarming Political Interference

NAIROBI, Kenya Dec 8 – Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Chairperson Edung Ethekon has sounded the alarm over what he termed a dangerous rise of “super agents” who allegedly disrupted the November 27 by-elections through intimidation, violence and unlawful interference in the electoral process. Speaking during a stakeholder engagement meeting, Ethekon said the commission […] The post IEBC Chair Ethekon Warns of ‘Super Agents’ Hijacking Elections, Cites Alarming Political Interference appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

Events

21 h. ago Ombudsman Orders PS Ronoh to Release Sugar Mill Leasing Records or Face Prosecution

NAIROBI, Kenya Dec 8 – The Office of the Ombudsman has directed Agriculture Principal Secretary Kiprono Ronoh to release all records relating to the leasing of four public sugar companies within 21 days, warning that failure to comply could trigger criminal prosecution. In a notice issued on Monday, the Commission said the PS must provide […] The post Ombudsman Orders PS Ronoh to Release Sugar Mill Leasing Records or Face Prosecution appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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22 h. ago SNG: Kenya, Tanzania seek loans for infrastructure projects from the AfDB

SNG: Kenya, Tanzania seek loans for infrastructure projects from the AfDB  TradingView

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22 h. ago IEBC Confirms 99% Functionality of KIEMS Kits in November 27 By

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 8 – The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) says the Kenya Integrated Election Management Systems (KIEMS) kits performed at 99% functionality during the November 27 by-elections, ensuring transparency despite challenges such as voter apathy and attempts to influence the outcome. Speaking on the integrity of the polls, Chairman Edung Ethekon emphasized […] The post IEBC Confirms 99% Functionality of KIEMS Kits in November 27 By-Elections appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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22 h. ago National Assembly Opens Public Participation on Safaricom 15% Stake Sale Amid Backlash

NAIROBI, Kenya Dec 8 – The National Assembly has officially initiated the public participation process for the government’s plan to sell a 15% stake in Safaricom PLC. This proposed partial divestment, contained in Sessional Paper No. 3 of 2025, is expected to raise approximately Sh244.5 billion but has drawn sharp criticism regarding potential undervaluation and […] The post National Assembly Opens Public Participation on Safaricom 15% Stake Sale Amid Backlash appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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