Richard Kamau, Author at Nairobi Wire

Ruto Promises Nairobi River Transformation in Two Years

President William Ruto has pledged to transform Nairobi River within two years, highlighting the unacceptability of a polluted river in the headquarters of various

October 14, 2024

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Central Park Renovations Ongoing as Uhuru Park Opens Its Gates Again

Uhuru Park is now fully operational, confirmed Maureen Njeri, County CEC for Green Nairobi. The park temporarily closed due to damage from citywide protests

October 14, 2024

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Lupita Nyong’o Condemns Kenya’s Crackdown on Protesters, Recounts Her Father’s Ordeal in New Podcast

Lupita Nyong’o has found her voice in response to the Kenyan government’s handling of the anti-tax protests that erupted in June, leading to dozens

October 14, 2024

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CS Ogamba Assures Funds Disbursed Amid Early Closure Fears

Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has addressed concerns about potential early closures of secondary schools in Kenya, which are scheduled to close on October

October 14, 2024

News·TL

Lawyer Seeks to Block CJ Koome from Swearing in New Deputy President

A lawyer has filed a case at the Eldoret High Court seeking to prevent Chief Justice Martha Koome from swearing in any nominated Deputy

October 11, 2024

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Govt to Link Mobile Money Transactions to KRA by December 2024

Mobile money transactions, including Pay Bill payments, will soon be classified as virtual electronic tax receipt systems, the government has confirmed. Senior Government Advisor

October 11, 2024

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Court Schedules Judgment for Chiloba Murder Trial After Defense Closes

The defense team in the murder trial of LGBTQ activist Edwin Kiprotich, known as Chiloba, has finished presenting its case. Jacktone Odhiambo, a 25-year-old

October 11, 2024

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18 MPs Absent from Gachagua Impeachment Vote REVEALED

On Tuesday, 18 MPs skipped Parliament’s vote to impeach Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, raising questions about their absence from the crucial session. Some of

October 11, 2024

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CS Duale Announces How Long It Will Take to Clean Up Nairobi River

Environment and Forestry Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has committed to completing the cleanup of the Nairobi River within 18 months. He emphasized that the

October 11, 2024

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NEMA Issues Ultimatum to 145 Companies Polluting Water Bodies

As the country celebrated Mazingira Day yesterday, the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) announced positive progress in the fight against river pollution. In a

October 11, 2024

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Ruto Finalizes Agreement with NBA for Major Basketball Initiative in Kenya

President William Ruto has reached a significant agreement with the National Basketball Association (NBA) to construct 100 basketball courts across Kenya. Ruto announced that

October 11, 2024

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KES13 Million Cannabis Haul Set Ablaze in Kisumu (Photos)

Authorities destroyed a drug haul valued at approximately Kes.13.14 million in Kisumu on Wednesday, led by DCI Regional Coordinator for Nyanza, Mr. Lenny Kisaka

October 11, 2024

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Road Repairs and Beautification to Transform Mombasa Road in Kes.42 Million Project

The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) will invest Kes.42 million in the beautification of Mombasa Road, covering the stretch from Athi River to Westlands.

October 11, 2024

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Huawei Launches ICT Competition for Kenyan College Students

Huawei has launched the ICT Competition 2024, providing Kenyan college students with an opportunity to register, learn, compete, and win. This competition equips participants

October 11, 2024

News·Tech·TL

Austerity Measures Extended as Budget Deficit Hits Ksh768 Billion

Government ministries and state agencies are bracing for tighter budgets after the National Treasury confirmed no relief in the upcoming financial cycle. Treasury Cabinet

October 9, 2024

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Six Judges Awarded Millions After Legal Victory Against Uhuru Kenyatta

Six judges whom former President Uhuru Kenyatta failed to appoint are laughing all the way to the bank having received Ksh.126 million in damages.

October 9, 2024

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Public Participation Results Show 116,269 Kenyans Favor Gachagua’s Ouster

Recent public participation results reveal strong support among Kenyans for the impeachment of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. A report released by Parliament on Tuesday

October 9, 2024

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National Treasury to Launch Integrated Financial Management System by July 2025

The National Treasury plans to launch a new integrated financial management system for both county and national governments by July next year. National Treasury

October 9, 2024

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Ichung’wah Rubbishes Gachagua’s Defense, Labels It Emotional Manipulation

National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah has criticized Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s Monday night press briefing on his impeachment, dismissing it as a futile

October 9, 2024

Politics·TL

New Measures Announced for Bodaboda Riders Following Machakos Sexual Assault

The Bodaboda Safety Association of Kenya (BAK) has mandated compulsory training for all boda boda riders nationwide, focusing on passenger safety, respect, and ethical

October 9, 2024

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