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Wajackoyah Demands Answers from Raila Over Adani Deal
Nairobi WireNews

Wajackoyah Demands Answers from Raila Over Adani Deal

Prof. George Wajackoyah has challenged former prime minister Raila Odinga to “face the nation” and justify his sudden enthusiasm for a shelved multibillion-dollar airport deal with India’s Adani Group. “If he has decided that Adani is now…

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Ojwang Family Disputes Eric Omondi’s KSh 10 Million Figure
Nairobi WireNews

Ojwang Family Disputes Eric Omondi’s KSh 10 Million Figure

The family of slain blogger Albert Ojwang has poured cold water on comedian Eric Omondi’s claim that Kenyans have so far raised “about KSh 10 million” for funeral and legal costs. Speaking on the Obinna YouTube show, family spokesperson…

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Gen Z Protest Organizers Must Be Held Accountable, Says Cherargei
Nairobi WireNews

Gen Z Protest Organizers Must Be Held Accountable, Says Cherargei

Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has called for strict accountability measures against individuals allegedly organizing the planned Gen Z protests set for Wednesday, June 25. He insisted that anyone behind the demonstrations should be held…

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‘Hi Shemeji’: Gachagua Courts Maa Support with New Slogan
Nairobi WireNews

‘Hi Shemeji’: Gachagua Courts Maa Support with New Slogan

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has introduced a new rallying slogan as he continues to build his national political base ahead of the 2027 General Election. During a meeting with leaders and elders from the Maa community at his…

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High Court Raps Asset Recovery Agency for Copy-Pasting Affidavits
Nairobi WireNews

High Court Raps Asset Recovery Agency for Copy-Pasting Affidavits

The Anti-Corruption High Court has torn into the Asset Recovery Agency (ARA), dismissing a KSh 35 million forfeiture suit after finding that investigators simply copied earlier affidavits and relied on “desk investigations” instead of hard…

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CS Ruku: Government to Expand and Commercialize NYS
Nairobi WireNews

CS Ruku: Government to Expand and Commercialize NYS

Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku has announced an ambitious government plan to scale up the National Youth Service (NYS) recruitment to 100,000 members annually, positioning the institution as a key driver of youth…

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Omondi Nyong’o Wife Heather Tewksbury’s Name Change
Diaspora MessengerNews

Omondi Nyong’o Wife Heather Tewksbury’s Name Change

Heather Tewksbury is a prominent American litigation attorney who married Kenyan‑born ophthalmologist Dr. Omondi Nyong’o in December 2018. Professionally, she had built recognition under her maiden name “Heather Tewksbury,” serving as a…

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Priscilla Lecomte & Boris Motte win the 2025 Nomadic XC Triathlon
HapaKenyaNews

Priscilla Lecomte & Boris Motte win the 2025 Nomadic XC Triathlon

The Kenyan South Coast triathlon season kicked off with a bang at the Nomadic XC Triathlon, a challenging event known for its diverse terrain. It is a spin-off from the renowned Chale Island Triathlon and it featured a demanding mix of…

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6 Things MPs Rejected in Finance Bill 2025
Business Today KenyaNews

6 Things MPs Rejected in Finance Bill 2025

On Thursday, June 19, 2025, the National Assembly passed the Finance Bill 2025 after a rigorous debate and public participation that saw some clauses thrown out. The Finance Bill 2025 has focused on changes that widen the current tax base…

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M-Pesa Growth: How zero-rating most transactions promoted usage
Bizna KenyaNews

M-Pesa Growth: How zero-rating most transactions promoted usage

Since its launch in March 2007, M-Pesa has become Kenya’s dominant mobile money service, with at least one individual in 96 percent of Kenyan households using it. The service is designed to enable customers to safely and securely send,…

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