92 m. ago ‘When you’re desperate, you fall for things easily’: the scam job ads on TikTok taking people’s money

‘When you’re desperate, you fall for things easily’: the scam job ads on TikTok taking people’s money  The Guardian

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3 h. ago 26 Suspects — Including Chiefs and Immigration Officers — Arrested Over Illegal Issuance of Govt Documents

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 8 – At least 26 people, among them chiefs, clerks, and officers from key government departments, are set to face charges after being arrested for facilitating the illegal and unprocedural issuance of critical government documents. The multi-agency operation, described by investigators as meticulously coordinated and intelligence-driven, targeted a sprawling network responsible for […] The post 26 Suspects — Including Chiefs and Immigration Officers — Arrested Over Illegal Issuance of Govt Documents appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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3 h. ago U.S. Embassy, CS Duale Move to Calm Fears Over Kenya’s Patient Data Privacy

The Ministry of Health has dismissed allegations that the government traded off Kenyans’ personal medical data under the newly signed health cooperation deal between Kenya and the United States. Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale issued a statement on Sunday reaffirming that the agreement clearly safeguards Kenya’s ownership of all health data and the intellectual property associated with the systems covered under the deal. According to Duale, the framework focuses strictly on aggregate-level data, such as national reports and dashboard summaries, and does not authorize the sharing of private information, including names, ID numbers, phone contacts, physical addresses, or individual medical The post U.S. Embassy, CS Duale Move to Calm Fears Over Kenya’s Patient Data Privacy appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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3 h. ago “Not a Normal Election”: Kalonzo Predicts Turbulent 2027 if Trends Persist

Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has warned that the 2027 General Election may not resemble a normal democratic contest if current governance and political patterns continue. Kalonzo delivered the warning on Saturday, December 6, during the Lower Eastern Advocates Forum end-of-year celebrations in Machakos County. The event, which started at 6pm and ran past midnight, brought together judges, magistrates, advocates, and regional leaders including Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti and Makueni Governor Mutula Kilonzo Junior. “This country is in a revolutionary mode. What you are going to see next time isn’t a normal election,” Kalonzo said. Claims of Flawed By-Elections and The post “Not a Normal Election”: Kalonzo Predicts Turbulent 2027 if Trends Persist appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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3 h. ago Gachagua to ODM: “You Don’t Have to Sit With Me, Sit With Kalonzo”

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has doubled down on his commitment to a united Opposition, vowing that the United Opposition coalition will field a single presidential candidate to challenge President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election. Gachagua made the declaration on Sunday during a church service at Christ Dominion Ministries in Kasarani, Nairobi, where he accused the Kenya Kwanza administration of plotting to divide the Opposition. He maintained that the alleged schemes had collapsed. “I want to assure you that we are steadfast and will remain united in the Opposition. We will liberate this country together,” he said. Claims The post Gachagua to ODM: “You Don’t Have to Sit With Me, Sit With Kalonzo” appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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3 h. ago “Let Kenyans Get Full Value”: Ndindi Nyoro Urges Competitive Bidding in Safaricom Share Sale

Kiharu Member of Parliament Ndindi Nyoro has urged the government to sell Safaricom shares through a transparent, competitive bidding process instead of transferring them to a specific company. Speaking during a church service in his constituency on Sunday, December 7, 2025, Nyoro voiced concerns that the planned sale of government-held Safaricom shares to South Africa-based Vodafone has contributed to the undervaluation of the shares. “Let us not rush the sale of a 15 per cent share in Safaricom. Let’s give people a chance to compete,” he said. “Let’s open a competition of bids so that we can have many companies The post “Let Kenyans Get Full Value”: Ndindi Nyoro Urges Competitive Bidding in Safaricom Share Sale appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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14 h. ago Kenya’s digital rebound TikTok leads social media 3.3m users surge

Kenya’s digital rebound TikTok leads social media 3.3m users surge  Business Daily

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18 h. ago Kenya Unveils its New Tourism Strategy, Integrating Cultural Experiences with MICE to Boost Sustainable Tourism, Job Creation, and Economic Growth

Kenya Unveils its New Tourism Strategy, Integrating Cultural Experiences with MICE to Boost Sustainable Tourism, Job Creation, and Economic Growth  Travel And Tour World

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26 h. ago CRYPTO CRIME | Top Kenyan Criminal Investigations Body, DCI Kenya, Admits to a Rise in Crypto

CRYPTO CRIME | Top Kenyan Criminal Investigations Body, DCI Kenya, Admits to a Rise in Crypto-Related Crimes  BitKE

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28 h. ago 22m passengers, two runways, new terminal: JKIA’s new expansion plan after Adani fallout

22m passengers, two runways, new terminal: JKIA’s new expansion plan after Adani fallout  Daily Nation

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40 h. ago UDA youth league tells off Gachagua, crowns Kindiki as Mt Kenya kingpin

UDA youth league tells off Gachagua, crowns Kindiki as Mt Kenya kingpin  People Daily

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41 h. ago Kalonzo outlines key steps to transform Kenya into a Singapore‑style nation

Kalonzo outlines key steps to transform Kenya into a Singapore‑style nation  People Daily

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42 h. ago China, France need to deepen exchanges and mutual understanding: Macron

BEIJING, China, Dec 6 — French President Emmanuel Macron stressed the need to deepen cultural and people-to-people exchanges as well as mutual understanding, to foster cooperation and jointly address global challenges, during his visit to Chengdu, capital of Sichuan province. Macron made the remarks while delivering a speech on Friday at Sichuan University in Chengdu […] The post China, France need to deepen exchanges and mutual understanding: Macron appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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44 h. ago Seven people killed in Kenya following clash between residents, company, police

Seven people killed in Kenya following clash between residents, company, police  Channel Africa

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44 h. ago Kenya Power hits historic peak demand as electricity use surges

Kenya Power hits historic peak demand as electricity use surges  People Daily

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44 h. ago Kenyans in Tanzania urged to ‘shelter in place’ ahead of December 9 protests

The Kenya High Commission in Dar es Salaam urges Kenyans in Tanzania to shelter in place and avoid protest areas amid potential unrest on December 9 following the disputed October 29 elections.

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54 h. ago Kenyans fighting for Russia: Lured by lucrative job offers but sent to the front line

Kenyans fighting for Russia: Lured by lucrative job offers but sent to the front line  BBC

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57 h. ago Israel Issues Travel Advisory for Tanzania Ahead of December 9 Protests

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 5 – Israel has issued a travel advisory to its citizens in Tanzania, warning them to exercise caution on December 9, when demonstrations are expected across the country. The advisory urges Israelis to avoid public gatherings, stock up on essential supplies, and maintain heightened awareness of their surroundings during the anticipated protests. […] The post Israel Issues Travel Advisory for Tanzania Ahead of December 9 Protests appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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59 h. 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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64 h. ago Inside Kenya’s push to meet new global labour market demands

Inside Kenya’s push to meet new global labour market demands  People Daily

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