50 m. ago Diageo faces tough choices in Kenya as new alcohol regulations bite

Diageo faces tough choices in Kenya as new alcohol regulations bite  Semafor

Politics

93 m. ago CJ Koome slams executive over attacks on judges after Ruto bail protest

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 15 — Chief Justice Martha Koome has hit back at President William Ruto’s criticism of anticipatory bail, warning the Executive against undermining judicial independence through public attacks on judges. Speaking at the Law Society of Kenya Annual Conference in Kwale on Thursday, Koome said grievances with court decisions — even by the […] The post CJ Koome slams executive over attacks on judges after Ruto bail protest appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

Events

93 m. ago Mudavadi: Local missteps harm and scare foreign investors at counties

HOMA BAY, Kenya, Aug 15 – Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has warned against harming foreign investors at county levels saying it damages bilateral relations and erodes investor confidence.  Mudavadi, also the Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs said foreign investments just like local investments in our respective counties must be properly safeguarded.  He […] The post Mudavadi: Local missteps harm and scare foreign investors at counties appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

Economics

93 m. ago (WATCH) LSK defends anticipatory bail, citing foolproof legal threshold

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Politics

93 m. ago (WATCH) CJ Koome slams executive over attacks on judges after Ruto anticipatory bail protest

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Events

1 hour ago Mantalk: In short shorts and a big car, I saw Kenyan masculinity up close

Mantalk: In short shorts and a big car, I saw Kenyan masculinity up close  Daily Nation

Politics

2 h. ago CS Ruku urges Northern Kenya Residents to register for National IDs in large numbers

CS Ruku said the government has removed all barriers that previously hindered residents from acquiring IDs and other essential documents.

Politics

3 h. ago Do food additives cause symptoms of ADHD? It’s more complicated than you think

David Benton, Swansea University Robert F. Kennedy Jr has spent years railing against food additives, framing them as part of a broader threat to public health. Now, as the US health secretary, his views have taken on new weight. Plans are now afoot to start phasing out eight synthetic food dyes in the American food […] The post Do food additives cause symptoms of ADHD? It’s more complicated than you think appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

Politics

4 h. ago U.S. Report Links Ruto Govt to Unlawful Killings, Disappearances, and Journalist Attacks

The United States government has pointed out multiple human rights violations in Kenya in 2024, including reports of unlawful killings, enforced disappearances, torture, and curbs on media freedoms. In its latest Country Reports on Human Rights Practices, the US Department of State accuses President William Ruto’s administration of several abuses in the “Gen Z” youth-led protests of June and July 2024, which erupted over proposed tax hikes. “Kenya experienced a deterioration in the human rights situation during the year,” the report says. “In response to nationwide protests in June and July, authorities reportedly committed numerous abuses, including unlawful killings, physical The post U.S. Report Links Ruto Govt to Unlawful Killings, Disappearances, and Journalist Attacks appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Events

4 h. ago Ichung’wah Explains Criteria for Affordable Housing Allocation

National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah has outlined the new criteria for allocating Affordable Housing units, promising Kenyans a process that is both transparent and inclusive. Addressing Parliament on Thursday, August 14, 2025, Ichung’wah explained that the guidelines – anchored in the Affordable Housing Act of 2024 – seek to guarantee fairness while shielding the program from political interference. “It is important to have clear criteria to determine who qualifies for affordable housing and how they are allocated. That is what these regulations aim to achieve,” he said. The new rules introduce an automated application system with no human involvement, The post Ichung’wah Explains Criteria for Affordable Housing Allocation appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Politics

5 h. ago Karura Forest Spared as Court Slashes Kiambu Road Expansion Land

The Environment and Land Court in Milimani has delivered a significant win for environmental defenders, ruling that only 0.1233 hectares of Karura Forest can be allocated for the expansion of Kiambu Road – a drastic reduction from the 51.64 acres licensed to the Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) by the Kenya Forest Service (KFS). In its Thursday judgment, the court also annulled two special user licenses previously issued by KFS, citing the lack of public participation in the decision-making process. This landmark ruling follows months of legal wrangling after the Greenbelt Movement filed a petition in December last year, opposing The post Karura Forest Spared as Court Slashes Kiambu Road Expansion Land appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Events

5 h. ago Ruto Accuses MPs of Running “Extortion Rings” and Judges of Shielding Graft Suspects

President William Ruto identified Parliament and the Judiciary as the weakest links in Kenya’s war against corruption, accusing lawmakers of soliciting bribes instead of exercising proper oversight. The President claimed that some parliamentary committees have morphed into “extortion rings,” allegedly demanding money from witnesses in exchange for favorable reports. Speaking in Homa Bay, he also accused the Judiciary of enabling corruption by granting anticipatory bail to suspects. Ruto said state officers have fallen prey to parliamentary committee extortion and urged the Speakers of both the Senate and the National Assembly to take action. He stressed that Parliament, like any other The post Ruto Accuses MPs of Running “Extortion Rings” and Judges of Shielding Graft Suspects appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Sport

5 h. ago Nairobi to Make History Hosting First DaVinci International Film Africa Festival

Tourism and Wildlife Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Maino has said that Nairobi will be the host city for the first DaVinci International Film Africa Festival in 2026, a feat that will place Kenya’s cultural and creative economies on the global platform. Speaking on Thursday, August 14, 2025, at the opening of DaVinci FilmAfrica in Nairobi, Maino described the event as a vibrant celebration of film, music, art, and culture. She noted that not only will the festival unify people from all walks of life but that it will also drive economic development and firmly position Kenyan talent on the international stage. The post Nairobi to Make History Hosting First DaVinci International Film Africa Festival appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Culture

5 h. ago Thika’s Road to City Status: Wamatangi Makes Strong Case in Senate

Thika town is steadily moving closer to city status, with Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi leading the charge in the Senate. The Senate Devolution Committee, chaired by Wajir Senator Abass Mohamed, has already begun hearings on the proposal. During the hearings, Governor Wamatangi described Thika as one of Kenya’s fastest emerging industrial hubs with a thriving manufacturing sector that is still attracting investors. Formerly called the “Birmingham of Africa” due to its good climate, farming fertility, town planning, cultural heritage, and industrial growth, Wamatangi said Thika nows offers tremendous potential for development with available land and its location along the Trans-Africa The post Thika’s Road to City Status: Wamatangi Makes Strong Case in Senate appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Politics

5 h. ago High Court Rules on Petition to Scrap Mandatory Retirement Age

The High Court has dismissed a suit to overturn Kenya’s retirement age, upholding that the thresholds laid down are legal, fair, and not discriminatory. The matter was filed by Charles Chege Gitau, who sought the retirement policy prohibited and employers compelled to retain laborers past the age limits. Current law requires employees to retire at 60 years, or 65 years for those with disabilities. Gitau argued that the system violates constitutional principles of equality, dignity, and just labour practices. He contended that the policy advances stereotypes about the work rate of older workers, does not secure employment for the youngsters, The post High Court Rules on Petition to Scrap Mandatory Retirement Age appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Events

5 h. ago Trapped by dreams: The stories of Kenyan women caught in international drug trafficking

Trapped by dreams: The stories of Kenyan women caught in international drug trafficking  Daily Nation

Events

8 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

Sport

11 h. ago Kenya Qualifies for CHAN 2024 Quarterfinals in Historic First Appearance

Kenya Qualifies for CHAN 2024 Quarterfinals in Historic First Appearance  Football Kenya Federation

Sport

12 h. ago MSI Reproductive Choices Kenya Marks 40 Years of Expanding Women’s Health Access

MSI Reproductive Choices Kenya Marks 40 Years of Expanding Women’s Health Access  healthbusiness.co.ke

Politics

12 h. ago Kenya’s Harambee Stars Qualify for CHAN Quarters Without Kicking A Ball

Kenya’s Harambee Stars Qualify for CHAN Quarters Without Kicking A Ball  Capitalfm.co.ke

Politics