Richard Kamau, Author at Nairobi Wire

PHOTOS: President Ruto Pays Visit to Uhuru Kenyatta at His Gatundu Residence

On Monday, December 9, President William Ruto visited former President Uhuru Kenyatta at his Gatundu home in Kiambu County. State House spokesperson Hussein Mohamed

December 9, 2024

News·Politics·TL

Government Explains Delay in Reconstituting IEBC Amid Public Pressure

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has addressed the government’s delay in reconstituting the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), citing a court injunction as the

December 9, 2024

News·Politics·TL

Russia Opens Doors to Kenyans with New Single Electronic Visa

Kenyans can now travel to Russia using a single electronic visa, following approval by the Russian government. The Russian Embassy in Kenya confirmed yesterday

December 9, 2024

News·TL

Monday Madness: Hilarious Memes To Kickstart New Week

December 9, 2024

Humour·Social Media·TL

KBA Urges Banks to Respond Swiftly to CBK’s Rate Cuts and Lower Loan Costs for Consumers

The Kenya Bankers Association (KBA) has confirmed that several banks have started reducing loan interest rates, effective this December. This announcement follows a series

December 9, 2024

Business·News·TL

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

December 9, 2024

Humour·Social Media·TL

Detectives Bust USD 256,000 Fake Gold Scam Involving Over 500kg of Counterfeit Gold

Detectives from the Operations Support Unit have arrested Steve Okoth Odek, also known as David Bett, for scamming a foreign national out of a

December 9, 2024

News·TL

Kenyans Encouraged to Repay Hustler Fund Loans Amid Rising Defaults

The Cabinet Secretary for Co-operatives and Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Development, Wycliffe Oparanya, has urged Kenyans to repay their Hustler Fund loans.

December 9, 2024

Business·TL

Shujaa’s Win Over Great Britain Sparks Optimism for Kenya Sevens’ Future

Sports Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen is optimistic that the Kenya Sevens team will reclaim its lost glory in the World Rugby Series. In a

December 9, 2024

Sports·TL

MSS Denies Claims of Kenyan Officers Resigning Over Delayed Allowances

The Multinational Security Support (MSS) has strongly denied allegations that members of its Kenyan contingent are considering resignation over delayed allowances. SS Force Commander

December 9, 2024

News·TL

Woman Turns Herself in After Boyfriend’s Death in Siaya

A 28-year-old woman turned herself in at Siaya Police Station after allegedly stabbing her boyfriend to death on Saturday night in Mur-Ngiya sub-location, Siaya

December 9, 2024

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Road Traffic Deaths Soar in 2024; Police Ramp Up Safety Measures for Festive Season

At least 4,282 people have died in road accidents reported this year, compared to 4,090 deaths during the same period in 2023. This marks

December 6, 2024

lifestyle·News·TL

Kenya’s Salary Breakdown for 2023: Most Workers Earned Kes.50,000 to Kes.99,999

The Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) has published a report revealing the monthly income distribution for employed Kenyans. The 2023 Statistical Abstract Report

December 6, 2024

Business·News·TL

Mbadi Confirms Plan to Lower PAYE Tax and Bank Lending Rates

Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has revealed plans to review the Pay-As-You-Earn (PAYE) tax, aiming to ease the financial strain on Kenyan workers. Speaking

December 6, 2024

Business·News·TL

Poisons Board Quarantines Injection Drug Due to Quality Concerns

The Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) has ordered the immediate quarantine of Flurasted 500 (5-Fluorouracil) Injection, Batch No. HHP24017, which is used in cancer

December 6, 2024

lifestyle·News·TL

500 Nannies Needed for Saudi Arabia: Labour Minister Announces Recruitment Drive

The Labour and Social Protection Ministry has announced an urgent recruitment drive by a Saudi Arabian Human Resource team seeking to hire 500 nannies

December 6, 2024

Jobs·News·TL

600 Rider Jobs in Dubai: CS Mutua Announces Recruitment and Earnings Breakdown

Labour and Social Protection Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua has announced 600 job openings for motorcycle riders in Dubai. In an update on December 5,

December 6, 2024

Jobs·News·TL

Kenya’s TikTok Talent: Dennis Ombachi and Other Stars Top 2024 Rankings

Former Kenyan rugby player turned food blogger Dennis Ombachi has been named one of TikTok’s top stars of 2024. The social media platform recognized

December 6, 2024

Entertainment·Social Media·TL

Sentencing Set for Convicted Murderer of LGBTQ Activist Edwin Chiloba

The Eldoret High Court has convicted Jackton Odhiambo for the murder of LGBTQ activist Edwin Kiprotich Kiptoo, popularly known as Chiloba. Prosecutor Mark Mugun

December 6, 2024

News·TL

President Ruto Vows Corruption-Free SHA and Economic Growth Reforms

President William Ruto has reaffirmed his dedication to maintaining a corruption-free Social Health Authority (SHA) throughout his tenure. Speaking at the Kilifi International Investment

December 6, 2024

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