51 m. ago Why Sonko Believes He Can Still Help Form Kenya’s Next Government

Why Sonko Believes He Can Still Help Form Kenya’s Next Government  Dawan Africa

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94 m. ago Police Launch Search After Four Juveniles Escape From Kisumu Children Remand Home

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 9 — Police in Kisumu have opened investigations after four juvenile remandees escaped from the Kisumu Children Remand Home on Monday. The minors, three aged 17 and one aged 13, reportedly fled through the roof of the store within the facility. As of Tuesday, the four had not yet been rearrested. According […] The post Police Launch Search After Four Juveniles Escape From Kisumu Children Remand Home appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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2 h. ago Sudan militia chief sentenced to 20 years for war crimes during Darfur conflict

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has sentenced a Sudanese militia leader to 20 years in prison for atrocities committed during a civil war more than two decades ago. Ali Muhammad Ali Abd-Al-Rahman had been convicted in October on 27 counts of war crimes and crimes against humanity in the Darfur region. Known as Ali Kushayb, […] The post Sudan militia chief sentenced to 20 years for war crimes during Darfur conflict appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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2 h. ago Kenya Power Reveals Cause Of 'Mysterious' Countrywide Blackout

Kenya Power Reveals Cause Of 'Mysterious' Countrywide Blackout  The Kenya Times

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2 h. ago Interpol Joins Investigation Into Illegal FMD Vaccine Smuggling From Kenya

Interpol Joins Investigation Into Illegal FMD Vaccine Smuggling From Kenya  African Farming

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3 h. ago Govt Invests Ksh 607 Million in AI Cameras and Drones to Protect World’s Largest Rhino Sanctuary in Tsavo

President William Ruto has announced the deployment of advanced AI-enabled cameras, drones, and aerial surveillance systems to safeguard the newly expanded Tsavo West Rhino Sanctuary, now recognized as the largest rhino sanctuary in the world. Speaking at the commissioning event in Ngulia, Taita Taveta County, Ruto emphasized Kenya’s global responsibility in conserving the endangered Eastern Black Rhino, which constitutes nearly 78 percent of the world’s remaining population. “We have in our custody nearly 78% of the global population of Eastern Black Rhino; this is not simply our conservation achievement; it is a sovereign responsibility of global significance,” Ruto said. To The post Govt Invests Ksh 607 Million in AI Cameras and Drones to Protect World’s Largest Rhino Sanctuary in Tsavo appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Economics

3 h. ago Raila Junior to Restore Late Father’s Iconic ‘Hummer’ SUV for Family Mausoleum

Raila Odinga Junior, son of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, has announced plans to restore his father’s iconic Hummer SUV, a vehicle that became a symbol of political power during the 2007 election campaign. “My intention is to restore and take it to the museum at Kango Ka Jaramogi,” Raila Junior told journalists, referring to the family mausoleum where his father was laid to rest. The Odinga family aims to transform the red Hummer, once a head-turning campaign vehicle, into a historical artifact that preserves a tangible piece of Kenya’s political memory. The vehicle was gifted to Raila Odinga by The post Raila Junior to Restore Late Father’s Iconic ‘Hummer’ SUV for Family Mausoleum appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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3 h. ago CBK Cuts Lending Rate to 9.0% as Inflation Reportedly Falls and Economy Shows Resilience

The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has cut the Central Bank Rate (CBR) by 25 basis points to 9.00 percent, down from 9.25 percent. The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) announced the decision during its meeting on December 9, 2025, saying the move is meant to stimulate economic activity and encourage banks to lend more to businesses. The MPC reported that the global economy is still expanding, with growth estimated at 3.2 percent in 2025. Strong consumer spending and improved financial conditions in major economies, especially the United States, continue to support global performance. However, the committee warned that global growth The post CBK Cuts Lending Rate to 9.0% as Inflation Reportedly Falls and Economy Shows Resilience appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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6 h. ago South Sudan rejects Kenya’s new $5,000 container security fee

South Sudan rejects Kenya’s new $5,000 container security fee  Sudans Post

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9 h. ago EACC disputes TISA’s report that Kenya loses Ksh.3B daily to graft

EACC disputes TISA’s report that Kenya loses Ksh.3B daily to graft  Citizen Digital

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11 h. ago Kenya, Cuba to finalize environmental cooperation deal by March

Kenya, Cuba to finalize environmental cooperation deal by March  Capitalfm.co.ke

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11 h. ago Waya Electric Motorcycles’ Daily Use In Kenya’s Tsavo Conservation Area Takes E

Waya Electric Motorcycles’ Daily Use In Kenya’s Tsavo Conservation Area Takes E-Mobility To Where It Is Needed Most  CleanTechnica

Sport

12 h. ago Rights Commission calls for urgent legal reform to protect intersex persons

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 9 — The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) has called on the government to fast-track the Intersex Persons Bill, 2024, and implement comprehensive legal, medical, and administrative reforms to address persistent human rights violations affecting intersex persons in Kenya. In its State of Human Rights Report (Dec 2024 – Dec […] The post Rights Commission calls for urgent legal reform to protect intersex persons appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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12 h. ago Sexually assaulted and strangled: autopsy details Embakasi teen’s murder

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 9 — The murder of 12-year-old Patience Mumbe in Nairobi’s Embakasi area has sent shockwaves through the community after a postmortem confirmed she was sexually assaulted before being killed. A postmortem examination conducted Tuesday at the Nairobi Funeral Home showed Patience died from head injuries and strangulation. Pathologists also documented extensive injuries […] The post Sexually assaulted and strangled: autopsy details Embakasi teen’s murder appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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12 h. ago Kalonzo, Gachagua declare Kamba–Kikuyu merger ‘already done’

NAIROBI, Kenya Dec 9 – Wiper Party Leader Kalonzo Musyoka and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on Tuesday declared that the Kamba and Kikuyu communities have merged politically, describing the two groups as “one family” working toward a united 2027 front. The two leaders made the remarks during a funeral service in Murang’a, where they […] The post Kalonzo, Gachagua declare Kamba–Kikuyu merger ‘already done’ appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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12 h. ago Govt hands over refurbished Gatundu Level V Hospital to Kiambu County

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 9 — The Ministry of Health has handed over the newly refurbished Gatundu Level V Hospital to the Kiambu County Government, marking a significant milestone in enhancing healthcare delivery under Kenya’s Universal Health Coverage (UHC) agenda. Principal Secretary for Medical Services Dr. Ouma Oluga presided over the handover reaffirming the government’s commitment […] The post Govt hands over refurbished Gatundu Level V Hospital to Kiambu County appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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12 h. ago Kenya cuts rate in ninth straight reduction, lowest since early 2023

Kenya cuts rate in ninth straight reduction, lowest since early 2023  Finance in Africa

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13 h. ago Championing primary health care alongside Kenya's first ladies

Championing primary health care alongside Kenya's first ladies  PATH

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13 h. ago Three Idiots in Kenya director celebrates Netflix debut and rising global success

Three Idiots in Kenya director celebrates Netflix debut and rising global success  primetimer.com

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13 h. ago €250,000 EU aid targets hunger, disease, and disaster relief in Kenya

EU announces €250,000 humanitarian support to Kenya via Red Cross to assist communities affected by drought, floods, food insecurity, and disease outbreaks.

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