Richard Kamau, Author at Nairobi Wire

Decision Pending on Two Men Accused of Carrying Grenades Outside Jimi Wanjigi’s Home

A Nairobi court will today decide the fate of two casual laborers, Duncan Odhiambo Otieno and Calvin Ochieng’ Odongo, who were allegedly arrested with

August 12, 2024

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

August 12, 2024

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Delays in Funding Threaten Kenyan-led Mission, Haitian PM Conille Says

Haitian Prime Minister Garry Conille has voiced concerns about delays in funding for the Kenyan-led mission aimed at stabilizing Haiti. He warned that these

August 12, 2024

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Govt to Cover 80% of University Costs: PS Inyangala Defends New University Funding Model

Dr. Beatrice Inyangala, Principal Secretary for Higher Education, has firmly defended the new university funding model, describing it as the best option for Kenyan

August 12, 2024

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NCIC Pushes for Stricter Penalties to Enforce Diversity and Inclusivity in Public Sector

The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) is urging Parliament to amend the law to enforce stricter penalties on public institutions that fail to

August 12, 2024

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Nightclub Altercation Ends in Fatal Stabbing of Security Guard

A security guard was fatally stabbed while trying to break up a fight among partygoers at Kitu Moto Resort and Night Club in Siaya

August 12, 2024

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Wamalwa Declares Azimio Parties Must Separate from ODM Over Raila’s Alignment with Kenya Kwanza

Eugene Wamalwa has declared that the constituent parties of Azimio la Umoja can no longer collaborate with the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) led by

August 12, 2024

News·Politics·TL

Ruto Sets Aggressive Anti-Corruption and Economic Growth Goals for Newly Formed Cabinet

President William Ruto has set a clear and ambitious agenda for his newly reconstituted Cabinet, emphasizing the critical areas that must be prioritized to

August 9, 2024

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Why Stella Soi Lang’at Was Rejected as Gender Minister: National Assembly Report

The National Assembly Committee on Appointments has detailed its reasons for rejecting Stella Soi Lang’at, one of the 20 Cabinet Secretary nominees selected by

August 9, 2024

News·Politics·TL

Family of Slain Protester David Chege Files Lawsuit Against Police

The brother of a Kenyan protester killed during anti-government demonstrations is suing the police, according to his lawyer. On June 25, police fatally shot

August 9, 2024

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Maisha Namba Data Will Be Shared with 450 Entities, Petitioners tell Court

The High Court heard on Wednesday that at least 450 entities, including the police, will have unrestricted access to data collected under the new

August 9, 2024

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Kenya to Host Haiti Festival to Strengthen Africa-Haiti Ties

The Kenyan Government will host the ‘Harmony4Haiti Concert and Cultural Festival’ to celebrate the strong bond between Africa and Haiti. On August 7, Principal

August 9, 2024

Entertainment·News·TL

Employers Directed to Register Employees with SHA Following High Court Decision

The Ministry of Health has directed employers to register their employees with the Social Health Authority (SHA). In a letter dated July 19, Health

August 9, 2024

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Top Officials to Face Parliament Over KICC Land Title Controversy

Parliament has summoned senior officials from the Ministry of Lands and the National Land Commission (NLC) to clarify the ownership of the land where

August 9, 2024

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Appeal Court Rules on KRA Chairman Mwaura’s Dismissal

The Court of Appeal has halted the removal of Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) Chairman Anthony Mwaura, pending a review of a petition challenging his

August 9, 2024

Business·News·TL

Michelle Ngele Joins NTV as New Anchor, Replacing Olive Burrows

NTV has appointed Michelle Ngele Odhiambo as its new anchor, succeeding Olive Burrows, who left the media house in May 2024. Ngele announced her

August 9, 2024

News·TL·TV

Kakamega Court Sentences Nyumba Kumi Member for Killing Chicken Theft Suspect

Simon Ikunza Lusuli received a 20-year prison sentence from the Kakamega High Court for killing Wycliffe Muyale Matekwa on January 21, 2018, in Shaviranga

August 9, 2024

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Winfred Yavi’s Olympic Triumph: Why She Chose Bahrain Over Kenya

Kenyan-born Winfred Yavi clinched the gold medal in the women’s 3000m steeplechase at the Paris 2024 Olympics on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, representing Bahrain.

August 8, 2024

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CBK Begins Rollout of Revised Currency Notes with New Features

The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has introduced updates to Kenyan currency notes to align with constitutional standards. The changes will affect the Kes.50,

August 8, 2024

Business·News·TL

Protection of Critical Infrastructure Bill: Heavy Fines and Prison Time for Vandals Proposed

Vandals who damage or encroach on critical infrastructure could face fines of up to Kes.10 million or a maximum of 10 years in prison

August 8, 2024

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