59 m. 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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64 m. 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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65 m. 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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68 m. ago Opiyo Wandayi: Government Has Already Implemented Key NADCO Reforms

Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has dismissed claims by Opposition leaders regarding the implementation of the National Dialogue Committee (NADCO) report, insisting the government has already acted on key recommendations. Speaking on Sunday, Wandayi pushed back against remarks made at the burial of Beryl Odinga, where several political figures alleged that the government had ignored the NADCO proposals. He argued that the statements were not only inaccurate but also risked misleading Kenyans. “A number of our political friends who have walked with us in the past came to condole with us, notably Wiper Leader Kalonzo Musyoka and former CS Eugene The post Opiyo Wandayi: Government Has Already Implemented Key NADCO Reforms appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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94 m. ago Ukraine war: Crisis of Kenyans being lured into Russia’s frontline

Ukraine war: Crisis of Kenyans being lured into Russia’s frontline  Daily Nation

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15 h. ago Maasai Morans swap spears for footballs in fight to protect lions

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 7 — A thrilling showdown unfolded this weekend as four top teams from the greater Amboseli landscape—Rombo, Kuku, Eselenkei, and ALOCA—competed in the finals of the 2025 Maasai Football League. Beyond the goals and celebrations, the rapidly growing community sports initiative is driving a remarkable shift in attitudes toward wildlife and conservation. […] The post Maasai Morans swap spears for footballs in fight to protect lions appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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16 h. ago Pressure on Kenya as African Court orders immediate implementation of 2017 Ogiek ruling

Pressure on Kenya as African Court orders immediate implementation of 2017 Ogiek ruling  the-star.co.ke

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18 h. ago AUSSOM roots for coordinated global support at Doha Forum 2025

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 7 — The African Union Support and Stabilisation Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) took centre stage at the Doha Forum on Sunday as global leaders discussed stronger coordination of international security assistance to Somalia. The session, titled “Coordinating International Security Assistance to Somalia,” is part of the Doha Forum 2025 — a global […] The post AUSSOM roots for coordinated global support at Doha Forum 2025 appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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39 h. ago Dr. Joyce Kithure urges African women to lead change at FLAIR Gala in Nairobi

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 6 — Deputy President’s spouse, Dr. Joyce Kithure, has urged African women to continue pushing for recognition and inclusion in efforts to build a stronger and more prosperous continent. Kithure said Africa cannot afford to overlook the contributions of women who play a central role in its development. “Across Africa, women have […] The post Dr. Joyce Kithure urges African women to lead change at FLAIR Gala in Nairobi appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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39 h. ago Kenya Sees a Third Wave of Chinese Investment, Led This Time by Shandong

Kenya Sees a Third Wave of Chinese Investment, Led This Time by Shandong  The China-Global South Project

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42 h. ago Koome assigns Justice Richard Mwongo to hear Mbeere North by

Chief Justice Martha Koome designates Justice Richard Mwongo to hear the Mbeere North parliamentary by-election petition following UDA’s Leonard Muthende’s win and allegations of state interference by the opposition.

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44 h. ago DCI concludes regional training to boost Africa’s fight against crypto

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 6 — The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has concluded a week-long regional training aimed at bolstering Africa’s capacity to confront the fast-evolving world of blockchain and cryptocurrency-enabled crime. The five-day Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies Crime Investigations Course, hosted at the National Criminal Investigations Academy (NCIA), brought together investigators from more than ten […] The post DCI concludes regional training to boost Africa’s fight against crypto-enabled crime appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

Sport

45 h. ago Commonwealth places Tanzania on probation over rights violations

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 6 — The Commonwealth has issued its strongest rebuke to Tanzania in years, effectively placing the East African nation on probation and subjecting it to a series of mandatory political and human rights reforms. The move, announced Friday in the Concluding Statement of the 71st Commonwealth Ministerial Action Group (CMAG) meeting, marks […] The post Commonwealth places Tanzania on probation over rights violations appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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49 h. ago How Kenyan publisher has shaped African literature for six decades

How Kenyan publisher has shaped African literature for six decades  Daily Nation

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51 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

Sport

56 h. ago Kenya’s Piers Daykin Makes Massive Statement at Opening Leg of 2025 East African Safari Classic Rally

Kenya’s Piers Daykin Makes Massive Statement at Opening Leg of 2025 East African Safari Classic Rally  Pulse Sports Kenya

Politics

62 h. ago Putin says Russia ready to supply ‘uninterrupted’ fuel to India

Russian President Vladimir Putin has said Moscow is ready to provide “uninterrupted shipments” of fuel to India, as Delhi faces pressure from the US to stop buying Russian oil. Putin, speaking alongside Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi, questioned earlier why India should be punished for buying oil when the US itself buys nuclear […] The post Putin says Russia ready to supply ‘uninterrupted’ fuel to India appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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65 h. ago Court Dismisses Petition to Oust Isiolo Governor Over Alleged Party Defection

The judges noted that no evidence was tendered to show formal communication of defection to either UDA, Jubilee, or the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission.

Politics

2 d. ago Suluhu critics accuse Meta of enabling Tanzania’s repression

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 5 — Tanzanian activist Maria Sarungi has accused Meta of enabling state repression after the company restricted access to her Instagram account in Tanzania. The activist warned the move shields government abuses from public scrutiny and suppresses dissent ahead of planned anti-government protests. Sarungi, a prominent voice documenting alleged human rights violations, […] The post Suluhu critics accuse Meta of enabling Tanzania’s repression appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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3 d. ago Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) is Seeking a Digital Communications & Marketing Officer

Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) is Seeking a Digital Communications & Marketing Officer - Apply Before 14 December 2025  Global South Opportunities

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