Richard Kamau, Author at Nairobi Wire

Philomena Mwilu Reveals Judges Were Threatened After Annulling Uhuru’s Win

Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu has disclosed that Supreme Court judges received threats after they invalidated President Kenyatta’s August 8th, 2017 victory. Speaking to members

March 7, 2018

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“We Will Be Back Soon,” Simmers Owner Says as He Moves to Court Over Demolition

As you might be aware, the popular Simmers Bar and Restaurant in the heart of the city was last Friday brought down after 21

March 7, 2018

Business·TL

Shock as Kisii Man Kills Villager and Drinks His Blood

Residents of a village in Botibigi, Kisii county were left in shock after a man murdered a villager and drank his blood before fleeing from

March 7, 2018

Bizzare·OMG·TL

Drama as Two Women Clash Over Thug Shot Dead By Police in Parklands

There was drama at City mortuary after two women claimed to be wives of a thug killed by police last week. One of the

March 7, 2018

News·OMG·TL

Avril Spotted at ‘Mother and Child’ Clinic For The THIRD Time

Kenyan songbird Judith Nyambura better known by her stage name Avril has once again fueled speculation that she could be expectant. This after the

March 7, 2018

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Watch: Vivian Silences “Talentless” Jibes With New Single “Chum Chum” [VIDEO]

Kenya’s much-adored songbird Vivian has released her first single of the year – “Chum Chum.” The love jingle comes days after Vivian became the

March 7, 2018

Entertainment·TL

Watch: King Kaka Taps Tanzania’s Barnaba Classic For New Single “Radhi”

The high-flying Kenyan rapper King Kaka has crossed over to neighbouring Tanzania for his latest single. He has teamed up with Barnaba Classic to

March 7, 2018

Entertainment·TL

NCIC Takes Action on Kikuyu Song “Ikamba” for Insults Against Kamba People

The NCIC has finally moved to quell a social media uproar caused by a Kikuyu song known as ‘Ikamba’ for alleged insults against members of

March 6, 2018

Entertainment·News·TL

Anerlisa Muigai Defends Offensive “Obesity is a Choice” Remark

Keroche heiress Anerlisa Muigai over the weekend landed in trouble with netizens after making a seemingly offensive post on social media about obesity. The daughter

March 6, 2018

Entertainment·TL

Gatundu South Women Want Uhuru to Save Their Men From Alcoholism

A group of women from Kirangi and Kuri villages in Gatundu South, Kiambu, on Sunday evening staged a four-hour peaceful demonstration against the increase of

March 6, 2018

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Ignore Fake News. Patients in KNH Surgery Mix-Up Still Alive

The two patients involved in a shocking surgery mix-up at the Kenyatta National Hospital are alive. In yet another case of Kenyan media making

March 6, 2018

News·TL

Diamond Platnumz to Contribute East African Flavour at 2018 Soccer World Cup in Russia

Tanzania’s Diamond Platnumz has another reason to smile following his selection as one of the African stars tasked with producing music adaptations for the Fifa Soccer

March 6, 2018

Entertainment·TL

Wedding Bells For Vivian and Sam West After Fun-Filled Ruracio [Photos]

Wedding bells are ringing louder than ever for much-adored Kenyan songbird Vivian and her fiance, Sam West. This after the lovebirds held the Kikuyu

March 6, 2018

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“Diamond is a Friend and My New Boss at Wasafi TV,” Wema Sepetu [VIDEO}

Tanzanian actress Wema Sepetu has finally addressed the rumours linking her romantically to Diamond Platnumz. Wema has been on the spot for weeks after

March 6, 2018

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Papa Shirandula Actress “Kawira” Opens Up on Losing One of Her Triplets

“Papa Shirandula” actress Joy Karambu, otherwise known by her character name Kawira, has finally opened up on the loss of one of her triplets.

March 6, 2018

Entertainment·TL

Nick Mutuma Shares First Picture of New Born Baby Daughter

Kenyan television heartthrob Nick Mutuma has all but confirmed the arrival of his newborn. The “Shuga” actor became a father a little over a

March 6, 2018

Entertainment·TL

Victoria Kimani Talks First Kenyan Tour Featuring International Acts

Beginning this weekend, Kenyan international music star Victoria Kimani will embark on a country-wide tour that will see her entertain in major towns. This month

March 6, 2018

Entertainment·TL

“MP Brought Other Women to Our Matrimonial Home,” Doreen Gatwiri Airs More Dirty Linen

Media personality Doreen Gatwiri has proffered more details into the alleged physical assault by her husband Mwingi Central MP Gideon Mulyungi. The former Ebru TV

March 5, 2018

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