1 hour 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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2 h. ago EACC Says It Saved Kenya Ksh16.5 Billion Through Tougher Anti

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission says it saved the country Ksh16.5 billion in the 2024/2025 financial year by stepping up investigations, integrity tests and proactive operations. During Monday’s report launch, EACC announced that this amount represents the highest recovery or protection figure in recent years. CEO Abdi Mohamud revealed that the Commission processed 4,183 corruption reports and launched investigations into 1,846 of them. The Commission found that bribery dominated the reports at 37 per cent, with embezzlement of public funds coming in second at 19 per cent, unethical conduct at 13 per cent, and fraudulent acquisition and disposal of public The post EACC Says It Saved Kenya Ksh16.5 Billion Through Tougher Anti-Corruption Crackdown appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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2 h. ago New EACC Bill Seeks Mobile Money Access for Investigators and Whistle

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has has rolled out a series of major legal and policy reforms designed to speed up Kenya’s fight against graft, including fast-tracking corruption cases and expanding investigative powers across financial platforms. The Anti-Corruption Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2025, outlines major proposals that would drastically shorten the timeline for corruption trials and appeals to six months. It also seeks to give investigators wider access to mobile money records and non-bank financial institutions to close loopholes exploited by corrupt networks. If passed, the bill would also impose a 10-year ban from public tenders on individuals convicted of The post New EACC Bill Seeks Mobile Money Access for Investigators and Whistle-Blower Protections appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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3 h. ago Kenya becomes first African country to have its healthcare co

Kenya becomes first African country to have its healthcare co-funded by Donald Trump's US  Le Monde.fr

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13 h. ago Kagame says Trump’s ‘transactional approach’ on DRC stands better chance

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 8 — Rwandan President Paul Kagame says the Washington Accord, brokered by President Donald Trump to end decades of conflict between Rwanda and the DRC, has a “much bigger chance of success” because it is built on practical, transactional commitments. Kagame who spoke to Al Jazeera ahead of the December 4 deal […] The post Kagame says Trump’s ‘transactional approach’ on DRC stands better chance appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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15 h. ago Sh22.9bn illicit wealth traced, Sh3.4bn recovered: EACC Anti

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has recorded one of its strongest years yet in the fight against graft. Key achievements from the 2024/2025 financial year include: Corruption Reporting and Investigations 4,183 corruption reports processed 1,846 cases taken up for investigation 838 active investigations ongoing 175 case files forwarded to the ODPP Asset Recovery and […] The post Sh22.9bn illicit wealth traced, Sh3.4bn recovered: EACC Anti-Corruption Report in numbers appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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16 h. ago EACC targets mega projects, service centres in proactive anti

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 8 — The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) will intensify surveillance on capital-intensive government projects, expand crackdowns on bribery at service delivery points, and scale up recovery of unexplained assets as part of a renewed strategy to curb graft, CEO Abdi Mohamud announced on Monday. Speaking during the launch of the Commission’s […] The post EACC targets mega projects, service centres in proactive anti-graft war appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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17 h. ago EACC recovers Sh3.4bn out of Sh22.9bn graft proceeds traced in 12 months

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 8 — The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has announced it recovered Sh3.4 billion in assets during the year ending June, out of Sh22.9 billion in graft proceeds traced during the period, marking one of its strongest annual asset recovery performances. The Commission further said proactive investigations and integrity tests averted a […] The post EACC recovers Sh3.4bn out of Sh22.9bn graft proceeds traced in 12 months appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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22 h. ago PS Oluga Sets Record Straight on Sharing Kenyans Personal Data with America After Ruto

PS Oluga Sets Record Straight on Sharing Kenyans Personal Data with America After Ruto-Trump Deal  The Kenya Times

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24 h. ago Kenya unveils digital livestock reforms as drought threatens herds

Kenya unveils digital livestock reforms as drought threatens herds  KBC Digital

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28 h. ago Trump puts Kenya at centre of new US security strategy in Africa amid great power rivalry

Trump puts Kenya at centre of new US security strategy in Africa amid great power rivalry  the-star.co.ke

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38 h. ago EACC bags Financial Reporting Award after earning clean audit

Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has been honoured with a FiRe Award for excellence in financial reporting, days after receiving a clean audit opinion for the 2024/2025 financial year. The award recognises the Commission’s strong performance in accountability, transparency, and governance.

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59 h. ago Border closure crisis deepens as Pakistani truckers stranded, exporters warn of soaring losses

Dec 6 – Dozens of Pakistani truck drivers transporting goods to Afghanistan have been stranded for weeks at major border crossings, caught in an escalating standoff between Islamabad and Kabul that has crippled regional trade. The closure of key trade routes has left hundreds of vehicles parked at crossing points where drivers, deprived of food, […] The post Border closure crisis deepens as Pakistani truckers stranded, exporters warn of soaring losses appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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69 h. ago Ruto hails Washington engagement with Trump as watershed moment

President William Ruto described his Washington talks with US President Donald Trump as a watershed moment. The visit secured a historic $1.6bn Kenya–US Health Cooperation Framework boosting healthcare, investment, and security collaboration.

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69 h. ago Kenya Hails Watershed Moment in Relations With Washington After Ruto–Trump Talks

Kenya Hails Watershed Moment in Relations With Washington After Ruto–Trump Talks  Nilepost News

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3 d. ago Sweden to cut Aid to Tanzania, Mozambique, Liberia, Bolivia, Zimbabwe, redirect funds to Ukraine

Officials indicated that the transition will occur gradually to allow affected countries to adjust and seek alternative support sources.

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3 d. ago President Donald Trump Marvels at Kenyan Athletes’ Dominance in Running

President Donald Trump Marvels at Kenyan Athletes’ Dominance in Running  PFSN

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3 d. ago 19 Doctors in Garissa finally get Permanent and Pensionable Terms After County–KMPDU Talks

NAIROBI, Kenya Dec 5 – Garissa County has agreed to confirm 19 doctors, currently on two-year contracts to Permanent and Pensionable terms once their contracts expire next year. This was among key resolutions reached in a meeting between Governor Nathif Jama and Kenya Medical Practitioners Pharmacists & Dentists Union (KMPDU) officials. The county also committed […] The post 19 Doctors in Garissa finally get Permanent and Pensionable Terms After County–KMPDU Talks appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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3 d. ago After DRC, Kenya’s President Ruto Pleads for Trump Intervention in Sudan Crisis as Well

After DRC, Kenya’s President Ruto Pleads for Trump Intervention in Sudan Crisis as Well  KT PRESS -

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3 d. ago #Kenya signs landmark health deal with #US despite data fears Kenya has signed a historic five

#Kenya signs landmark health deal with #US despite data fears Kenya has signed a historic five-year health agreement with the US, the first such pact since Donald Trump's administration overhauled its foreign aid program. The $2.5bn (£1.9bn) deal is aimed  facebook.com

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