Richard Kamau, Author at Nairobi Wire

‘Let’s Bring Back Stevo’ Campaign Raises Kes.11 Million to Save Stephen Munyakho from Execution

Stephen Munyakho, a Kenyan facing imminent execution in Saudi Arabia, has issued a heartfelt plea for assistance as he faces a grave situation. Munyakho,

July 26, 2024

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Martha Karua Cuts Ties with Azimio Coalition Amid 2027 Political Shifts

Narc-Kenya has announced its decision to exit the Azimio la Umoja One Kenya coalition. The Martha Karua-led party communicated its decision in a letter

July 26, 2024

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Four Arrested for Ksh 850,000 Theft from Locked Vehicle in Langata

In a successful crackdown on notorious thieves targeting locked motor vehicles, Nairobi detectives have apprehended a four-man gang responsible for stealing Kes. 850,000 from

July 26, 2024

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Court Pauses New Digital IDs as Haki na Sheria Raises Privacy, Exclusion Fears

The High Court has suspended the rollout of the new digital identity cards, commonly known as Maisha Namba, pending the resolution of a case

July 26, 2024

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ODM MPs Reject Raila Allies Nominated to Cabinet

A group of Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party legislators has rejected the nomination of four ODM members to President William Ruto’s Cabinet. Led by

July 26, 2024

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Assembly Schedules Four-Day Vetting Process for Cabinet Nominees

The National Assembly has set the schedule for vetting Cabinet Secretaries nominated by President William Ruto. In a notice issued on Thursday, July 25,

July 26, 2024

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Judge Upholds Freeze on Waititu’s Hotel Revenues in Corruption Case

A judge has refused to lift the orders that prevent former Kiambu Governor Ferdinand Waititu from collecting rental income from two of his properties,

July 26, 2024

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Babu Owino Declares Himself Chief Opposition Leader

Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has declared himself the de facto opposition leader, challenging the current political landscape and denouncing what he sees as

July 26, 2024

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Commission Points Out Constitutional Violations in Ruto’s Cabinet Nominations

The National Gender and Equality Commission (NGEC) has poked holes in the recent cabinet secretary nominations, highlighting non-compliance with the one-third gender rule and

July 26, 2024

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Peter Salasya’s Financial Woes: Court Summons MP for Debt Default

The Kakamega Small Claims Court (SCC) has summoned Mumias East MP Peter Salasya to appear on August 1, 2024, to explain why he should

July 26, 2024

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DPP Laments Challenges in Prosecuting Police Officers Over Protester Killings

State prosecutor Renson Ingonga provided an update on the progress of investigations into police brutality, revealing that he cannot proceed with prosecuting police officers

July 25, 2024

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Ruto Proposes Major Reforms to Curb Corruption and Protect Whistle-Blowers

President William Ruto has announced a series of legislative amendments aimed at tackling corruption and enhancing transparency in Kenya. In a Wednesday press briefing,

July 25, 2024

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Public Invited to Submit Objections to Cabinet Nominees by Next Week

Members of the public have one week to submit memoranda challenging the suitability of 10 Cabinet Secretary nominees forwarded to the National Assembly by

July 25, 2024

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Hidden Costs Forced Students Out of Finland Scholarship Scheme, Court Hears

In the Kes.1.1 billion Finland education scholarship case against Uasin Gishu Senator Jackson Mandago, witnesses testified how unexpected additional fees jeopardized the program. Senator

July 25, 2024

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KAA Confirms Adani’s Plan for Comprehensive JKIA Modernization

The Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) confirmed that Adani Airport Holdings Limited has submitted an investment proposal to modernize the dilapidated infrastructure of Jomo Kenyatta

July 25, 2024

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Shakahola Case Resumes: Homicide Detective Continues Testimony on Mass Exhumations

The Shanzu court has resumed the hearing of the Shakahola massacre case, where prime suspect pastor Paul Mackenzie and others face terrorism-related charges. The

July 25, 2024

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Petition Filed to Remove Ruto and Gachagua from Office

Fourteen petitioners, represented by the Migeria Lempaa & Kariuki Advocates firm, have filed a case seeking the removal of President William Ruto and Deputy

July 25, 2024

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Ruto Confirms Pay Rise for Police and Prison Officers Starting This Month

President William Ruto announced the government’s commitment to implementing a salary increase for prison and police officers starting this month. During the swearing-in ceremony

July 25, 2024

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Activists Petition High Court to Block Ruto-Biden US Alliance Deal

A group of Kenyan activists has petitioned the High Court to halt the implementation of a secret deal between President William Ruto and the

July 25, 2024

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Ruto Promises Freedom for Innocent Protesters and Support for Victims’ Families

President William Ruto announced that the government will drop charges against innocent individuals arrested during recent anti-government demonstrations. The Head of State also promised

July 25, 2024

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