Richard Kamau, Author at Nairobi Wire

Why the Govt Won’t Let the Shilling Appreciate Too Much – CS Mbadi Explains

Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has defended the government’s decision to prevent the Kenyan shilling from appreciating too much against the US dollar. Speaking

March 28, 2025

Business·News

CS Mbadi Secures Ksh.1.8 Billion from China for Healthcare Development

Kenya has received a Ksh.1.8 billion (RMB 100 million) grant from China to support its healthcare sector. On Thursday, Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi

March 28, 2025

Health·News

Isiolo MCA Shot in Broad Daylight, Survives Assassination Attempt

Burat Ward MCA Nicholas Lorot is recovering after a gunman ambushed and shot him near Trojan Petrol Station in Isiolo Town on Wednesday. The

March 28, 2025

News·Politics

Sabina Chege Shocked by Mud Houses in Bungoma; ‘I Saw a Shopping Centre Made of Mud’

Nominated Member of Parliament Sabina Chege was taken aback by the sight of mud houses in Bungoma during a January burial ceremony for the

March 28, 2025

Politics

“I Wasn’t Abducted – I Fled from Goons on Motorbikes,” Missing Machakos MCA Speaks Out

Machakos MCA Dominic Maitha, who was reported missing earlier this week, has resurfaced unharmed, putting an end to growing speculation about his whereabouts. The

March 28, 2025

News·Politics

Mudavadi: Kenya’s Economy on the Rise as Inflation Drops to 3.5%

Kenya’s economic outlook is improving, with growth rising from 4.8% in 2022 to 5.2% in 2023, Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has announced. He

March 28, 2025

Business·News

Senator Maanzo Names the Only Competent CS in Ruto’s Cabinet

Makueni Senator Dan Maanzo has sharply criticized President William Ruto’s latest cabinet reshuffle, accusing the administration of appointing incompetent individuals to key government positions.

March 28, 2025

Politics

TikToker Rish Kamunge Nabbed for Alleged Scam Targeting Jobseekers

Popular TikToker Maria Rish Kamunge has landed in police custody over allegations of running a fraudulent overseas job placement scheme that defrauded Kenyans of

March 28, 2025

News·Social Media

Nakuru Deputy Governor Defends Kihika, Assures Smooth Governance

Nakuru Deputy Governor David Kones has reassured residents that the county government is operating efficiently, even in Governor Susan Kihika’s absence. He credited her

March 28, 2025

Politics

Mwaura: Turkana Residents Must Register for SHA to Receive Food Aid

The government has emphasized the need for Turkana County residents to register with the Social Health Insurance (SHA) as they receive food aid, highlighting

March 28, 2025

News

Ex-Prison Guard ‘Shakur the Cop’ Linked to Armed Gang Terrorizing Rally Fans in Naivasha

Detectives have requested an additional five days to hold Jackson Kuria, also known as Shakur the Cop, a former prison warder arrested over the

March 27, 2025

News

Cherargei: Murkomen’s Incompetence Is Costing Lives Across Kenya

Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has criticized Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen, accusing him of incompetence amid rising insecurity in the country. In a statement on

March 27, 2025

News

Justin Muturi Responds to Ruto’s ‘Incompetence’ Remark

Former Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi has responded to President William Ruto, who recently labeled him as incompetent during his tenure as Attorney

March 27, 2025

News

Senator Methu Calls Out Ruto Over ‘Incompetence’ Jibe at Justin Muturi

Nyandarua Senator Methu Muhia has slammed President William Ruto for questioning Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi’s competence while he served as Attorney General..

March 27, 2025

Politics

Nairobi Cop Shoots at Colleague Over Alleged Affair with Girlfriend

A Nairobi police officer is under investigation for allegedly firing his weapon at a colleague in a heated confrontation over a romantic dispute. According

March 27, 2025

News

Candidate for NPSC Chairmanship Collapses and Dies Before Interview

Komora Mubadi Jilo, a candidate for the National Police Service Commission (NPSC) chairman position, collapsed and died while waiting for his interview on Tuesday,

March 27, 2025

News

CBK Cracks Down on Banks Over Loan Pricing Compliance

The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has launched a nationwide inspection of all banks to assess their compliance with the implementation of Risk-Based Credit

March 27, 2025

Business·News

Matiang’i Will Speak on His Presidential Bid Soon, Says Kioni

Jubilee Party Secretary General Jeremiah Kioni has explained why the party is backing former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i as its presidential candidate for

March 27, 2025

News·Politics

Creative Economy Conference: Kenya and U.S. to Empower Young Innovators

Kenya and the United States will co-host a creative economy conference later this year, bringing together artists, filmmakers, and innovators from both nations. The

March 27, 2025

Entertainment·News·Sports

No Reprieve for Waititu as Court Sets April 23 Ruling

Former Kiambu Governor Ferdinand Waititu can’t seem to catch a break after the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) opposed his fresh attempt to secure bail while

March 27, 2025

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