Richard Kamau, Author at Nairobi Wire

“Jelimo Made Investments Behind My Back and Refused to Have Children,” Athlete’s Ex Hubby Tells It All

Peter Kiprotich Murrey, the ex-husband of former Olympic champ Pamela Jelimo, blames fame and fortune for their failed marriage. While opening up about their once happy

February 26, 2018

Sports·TL

“I Kissed a Few Frogs at UoN,” Mwalimu Rachel Talks Campus Life

Rachel Muthoni aka Mwalimu Rachel is a TV and radio presenter, MC, voice over artiste, social media influencer, and motivational speaker. Until recently, she

February 26, 2018

Entertainment·lifestyle·TL

VIDEO: Octopizzo Collaborates With Canadian Songbird On New Single “Past” [Watch]

Kibera’s finest rapper Octopizzo has unleashed another single- “Past” -off his highly anticipated forthcoming album. Released over the weekend, “Past” features Canadian songbird Nitasha

February 26, 2018

Entertainment·TL

VIDEO: Femi One Returns With New Banger “Mkali Wao” Feat. Mchizi Gaza

Kaka Empire “Fist Lady” Femi One is back on the rap scene with a banging new tune dubbed “Mkali Wao.” After a string of

February 26, 2018

Entertainment·TL

Kenya Records Marginal Improvement in Global Corruption Index

Kenya has improved its Corruption Perception Index (CPI) according to the latest report published by Transparency International. It is not all good news, however, as

February 23, 2018

News·Politics·TL

Watch: MPs Lament Lack of Toilet Paper in Parliament [VIDEO]

Members of Parliament on Wednesday were a united front as they lamented the shoddy state of parliament facilities. The honorable members, drawn from both

February 23, 2018

Politics·TL·Video

Dennis Itumbi: “I Used to Shoplift Perfumes Thrice a Week For Three Months”

Fresh from receiving his Head of State Commendation Medal, State House Director of Digital Communications Dennis Itumbi has made a startling confession about his thieving

February 23, 2018

OMG·TL

Watch: Sonko Gets Valuable Insight on How Traffic in Dubai is Controlled

While Dubai and Nairobi are a world apart in terms of infrastructure and development, Nairobians are dreaming of what could be after a rare

February 23, 2018

Politics·TL

Why NEMA Has Shut Down Burma Market With Immediate Effect

The National Environment Management Authority (Nema) Thursday ordered the immediate closure of Nairobi’s Burma market. While confirming the closure, Nema Corporate Communications Manager Evans Nyabuto said

February 23, 2018

Business·TL

Blow for Governor Wambora as Court Nullifies August 8 Election

Embu County is without a governor following the nullification of Martin Wambora’s win by The High Court on Thursday. The Court observed that the August

February 23, 2018

News·Politics·TL

Another One! “Chokoza” Singer Marya Finds Salvation

The rate at which celebrated Kenyan female singers are turning over a new life is at an all-time high! Just days after we told

February 23, 2018

Entertainment·TL

DJ Creme de la Creme and Wife’s 11-Year Transformation is Relationship Goals [Photos]

Over the years, Kenyan entertainer Creme de la Creme has proudly showcased his humble beginnings. He has been one of the most popular and

February 23, 2018

Entertainment·lifestyle·TL

VIDEO: Rapper Oksyde Drops Banging Refix of ‘Bazokizo’ [Watch]

Imagine a hip-hop version of Collo’s gospel hit ‘Bazokizo’ featuring Bruz Netwon. You can now stop imagining because fast-rising hip-hop artiste Freiman Mukanga Joe known to

February 23, 2018

Entertainment·TL

Kenyan Photographer Commissioned by Marvel for Stunning ‘Black Panther’ Artwork [Photos]

Just the other day, we introduced you to Kenyan digital artist Osborne Macharia following an internet-breaking art project showcasing Kenya’s League of Extravagant Grannies. He followed

February 22, 2018

Entertainment·TL

Meet the Humble First Lady Who Goes to Work on a Boda Boda and Doesn’t Need Security Detail

Three years after she got Kenyans talking when local dailies carried a picture of her on a boda-boda, the wife of Busia Governor is still

February 22, 2018

Politics·TL

“Dump Nasa for Jubilee To Save Your Political Future,” Machakos Elders to Kalonzo

A group of Machakos elders has advised Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka to ditch Nasa for Jubilee “for the sake of his political future”. The

February 22, 2018

Politics·TL

Musalia Mudavadi: “I Never Said Raila Betrayed Us”

Amani National Congress leader Musalia Mudavadi had denied saying that Raila Odinga betrayed Nasa coprincipals on his “Oath” day. The Nasa coprincipal noted that all

February 22, 2018

Politics·TL

Tanzanian National Arrested With Gold Worth Sh100 Million at JKIA

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has intercepted gold worth Sh100 million at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi. Gold bars weighing at least 32Kgs and

February 22, 2018

News·TL

Only in Kenya: Rape Suspect Asks Female Victim for a Date and Sends Sh200 Fare

Mind-boggling details have emerged in an ongoing robbery with violence Court hearing in Nakuru. During the hearing on Monday, witnesses testified about the incident

February 22, 2018

Bizzare·OMG·TL

PHOTOS: Former Women Representative Finds Love in Young ‘Ben 10’

While Millie Odhiambo has been busy telling off a young man and his romantic approach, another female politician has been enjoying the warmth and

February 22, 2018

OMG·Politics·TL

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