Richard Kamau, Author at Nairobi Wire

Why EPRA Ordered Immediate Shutdown of Flooded Fuel Stations

The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) on Wednesday instructed owners of flooded petrol stations to cease operations to safeguard public safety and preserve

May 2, 2024

Business·News·TL

Pope Francis Offers Sympathy to Kenyans Affected by Floods

Pope Francis has conveyed sympathy for Kenyans affected by the devastating floods, which have claimed over 170 lives. In a post on X, the

May 2, 2024

News·TL

KDF Eliminates Six Alleged Al Shabaab Militants in Lamu County

Security forces on Wednesday killed at least six suspected members of the Al Shabaab terror group in an ambush in the Kumba area of

May 2, 2024

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Pastor Ruth Matete Acquitted in Nigerian Husband’s Death Case

Gospel singer and preacher Ruth Matete has announced the conclusion of a court case in which she was being investigated for the death of

May 2, 2024

Entertainment·News

Hope Takes Center Stage for This Month’s National Prayer Breakfast

Under the leadership of Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, the Kenya National Assembly has announced plans to host the National Prayer Breakfast on Thursday, May 30.

May 2, 2024

News·Politics·TL

Ex-Governor Mwangi wa Iria Remanded at Industrial Area Prison

Former Murang’a Governor Mwangi Wa Iria is remanded at Industrial Area Prison after pleading not guilty to various corruption charges, including abuse of office,

May 2, 2024

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AstraZeneca and Health Ministry Introduce Innovative Cancer Care Program in Kenya

The global science-led biopharmaceutical company AstraZeneca, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health, the Kenya Society of Hematology and Oncology (KESHO), Axios, the National

May 2, 2024

lifestyle·News·TL

You Will Be Charged With Attempted Suicide If Found Using Flooded Roads

On Monday, April 29, Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki issued a directive stating that Kenyans crossing flooded rivers will face arrest and charges of

April 30, 2024

News·TL

Ledama’s Sister Makes History as First Black Mayor of City in Ireland

Lilian Seenoi Barr, a Kenyan woman, has made history as the first black mayor in Northern Irish history. Councillor Lilian Seenoi-Barr, elected to Derry

April 30, 2024

News·TL

Chiefs to Face Accountability for Issuing IDs to Foreigners

Following the dissolution of vetting committees starting this Wednesday, chiefs will assume personal responsibility for any Kenyan National ID Card issued to foreigners in

April 30, 2024

News·TL

Sakaja Announces Free Affordable Housing for Residents of Kanjo Estates in Nairobi

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja announced that his administration will prioritize residents of Nairobi City Council (Kanjo) estates when the affordable houses are ready. The

April 30, 2024

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SGR Extends Ticket Validity Following Postponement of School Reopening

On Monday, April 29, the Kenya Railways Corporation declared that students who had bought Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) tickets and were impacted by the

April 30, 2024

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“Floods Are Not A Joke…”Murkomen Urges Kenyans to Heed Directives as Flooding Worsens

CS Kipchumba Murkomen has urged Kenyans to follow all safety directives issued by the national and county governments regarding the ongoing floods to prevent

April 30, 2024

News

Suspected Police Officers and KDF Soldiers Fight Over Ksh 4K Alcohol Bill

A brawl broke out at a bar in Musoli, Kakamega County, allegedly involving Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) soldiers and Kenya Police officers over an

April 30, 2024

News·TL

Oparanya Reveals Source of Viral Images with his Lover

Former Kakamega Governor Wycliffe Oparanya has responded to the recent viral photos of him with his lover circulating online. Gossip columnists and bloggers have

April 30, 2024

Politics·Social Media

Steps to Join Kenya Red Cross Rescue Team as a Volunteer

As floods wreak havoc in different parts of the country, the Kenya Red Cross has addressed Kenyans interested in joining its rescue team as

April 30, 2024

lifestyle·News·TL

Akothee Launches Initiative to Raise Ksh20 Million

Celebrity singer Esther Akoth, known as Akothee, has initiated a campaign to raise Kes.20 million. The philanthropic businesswoman organized a fundraising dinner, which was

April 30, 2024

Entertainment·TL

Government Urged to Extend School Holidays Due to Heavy Rains

Thika MP Alice Wambui Ng’ang’a has urged the government to consider extending school holidays by one week to shield learners from the havoc caused

April 29, 2024

News·TL

Action Taken Following Clash Between KDF Soldiers and Police at Likoni Ferry

Authorities have launched investigations to determine the circumstances that led to a confrontation between National Police Service officers and military personnel at the Likoni

April 29, 2024

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Hilarious Memes Taking the Internet by Storm

April 29, 2024

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