Richard Kamau, Author at Nairobi Wire

Gachagua’s Church Visit Controversy: DCI Responds to “Misleading” Claims

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has denied claims that its detectives attempted to prevent former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua from attending a church

November 13, 2024

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Kalonzo Threatens Street Protests Against Proposed Tax Reforms

Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has pledged to lead street protests if the Kenya Kwanza government moves forward with plans to reintroduce parts of

November 12, 2024

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Kindiki Warns Corrupt Officials: Public Funds Should Serve Kenyans, Not Personal Gains

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki issued a stern warning to state officials involved in corruption, affirming that the Kenya Kwanza administration will ensure the law

November 12, 2024

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Apply Now: Kenya Power Opens Attachment Applications for 2025

Kenya Power, the national power distributor, has announced attachment opportunities for university students across the country. The company is looking for continuing students who

November 12, 2024

Jobs·TL

Judge Skips Case Challenging Adani-JKIA Deal, Court Orders Halt on Execution

The case challenging the deal between the Kenyan government and Adani Airport Holdings was postponed on Monday after the court informed the parties that

November 12, 2024

Business·News·TL

Aisha Jumwa Teases Return to ODM While Announcing Gubernatorial Ambitions

Former Gender Cabinet Secretary Aisha Jumwa has sparked speculation about her potential return to the ODM party following her appearance at Homa Bay Governor

November 12, 2024

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Kuria Predicts New Nationalist Movement For Ruto’s Re-election in 2027

Moses Kuria has hinted at the creation of a new political coalition for the 2027 elections. Kuria claimed he had made the right political

November 12, 2024

Politics·TL

Education Ministry Ends Blanket Punishments for KCSE Cheating Cases

On Monday, Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba reassured parents, students, and teachers that the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) will stop canceling entire centers’

November 12, 2024

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Elusive Car Theft Syndicate Member Arrested After Police Chase

Police have arrested a notorious cross-border car theft dealer, identified as Muchiri, who has reportedly eluded law enforcement for years. Officers from Loitoktok Police

November 12, 2024

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Waruguru Defends Gachagua, Slams Critics of Mount Kenya’s Silence

Former Laikipia Woman Representative Cate Waruguru expressed strong support for former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, asserting that he has paid the price for her

November 12, 2024

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Police Capture Administrator of Telegram KCSE Exam Leakage Group in Kisii

On Sunday, detectives from the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC), in collaboration with their Masaba North counterparts, arrested a notorious exam fraudster in Kisii

November 12, 2024

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DP Kithure Kindiki Vows to Support Ruto’s Vision as UDA Deputy Leader

The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has officially appointed Deputy President Kithure Kindiki as its new deputy party leader. The party confirmed Kindiki’s appointment on

November 11, 2024

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Ruto Announces Policy Shift to Fulfill Campaign Pledges Starting 2025

President William Ruto has announced a radical shift in his administration’s policy, with plans to fulfill campaign pledges starting in 2025. Speaking in Kwisero,

November 11, 2024

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Atwoli Calls for Constitutional Changes to Block Court Interference with Ruto’s Projects

Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU) Secretary General Francis Atwoli has called for constitutional amendments to prevent individuals from using the courts to block

November 11, 2024

Monday Madness: Hilarious Memes To Kickstart New Week

November 11, 2024

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Sakaja Dismisses Claims of Plot to Oust Wetang’ula as Speaker

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja dismissed rumors claiming there was a plot to remove Moses Wetang’ula as National Assembly Speaker. Speaking at a church service

November 11, 2024

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Kenyan Twitter’s Hilarious Tweets on X to Beat the Monday Blues

November 11, 2024

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Court Ruling on City Hall Employee’s KES 643 Million Assets Faces EACC Appeal

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has filed an appeal to overturn a High Court ruling that allowed Wilson Nashon Kanani, a City Hall

November 11, 2024

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Kenyans Pay Kes.1.6 Trillion in 2023-24 to Service Debt, Taking Up 68% of Revenue

Kenya’s external debt payments in the financial year ending June 2024 reached Kes.756 billion, as the government sought to limit its domestic borrowing. This

November 11, 2024

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