Hilarious Memes in Nairobi This Friday
Here are the trending memes to end the week.
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“She Is Part of My Family”: Wajir Woman’s Bond With Rescued Ostrich Ends in Emotional Goodbye
An emotional farewell unfolded in Ademasajida village, Wajir West, when Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) officers took away an ostrich from a woman who had raised it from a tiny chick. The removal brought a heartbreaking end to an unlikely,…
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Sifuna Loses Senate Deputy Minority Whip Post After ODM Ouster
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has lost his position as the Senate Deputy Minority Whip. The decision comes just days after the Office of the Registrar of Political Parties (ORPP) approved his removal as the Secretary General of the Orange…
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Gachagua’s DCP Gets Lifeline as High Court Dismisses Petition
The High Court has thrown out a petition challenging the registration of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP). In her ruling, Justice Roselyne Aburili made it clear that litigants must first take…
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Thika Inches Closer to Becoming Kenya’s Newest City
Thika Municipality is on the verge of becoming the sixth city in the Republic of Kenya. The Senate’s Standing Committee on Devolution and Intergovernmental Relations has approved the elevation, tabling a report on Thursday, July 16, 2026,…
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Ruto Retires 250 Board Members in State Corporations Shake-Up
About 250 board members serving on 66 state corporations have retired following the rollout of Kenya’s Government-Owned Enterprises (GoE) Act, President William Ruto announced. Speaking on Thursday, July 16, during the launch of…
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JKIA Modernisation Enters Key Phase, Promising Jobs and More Cargo Capacity
The government has taken another major step to modernize Kenya’s main international gateway after the government signed an engineer-consultant contract for the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) Modernisation Project. Roads and…
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Health Ministry Responds After Mumps Outbreak Concerns in Nairobi Schools
Several schools in Nairobi have issued alerts to parents after suspected mumps cases emerged among pupils, according to Nation.Africa. The schools used communication platforms to urge families to monitor symptoms closely and keep any child…
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IPOA Independence in Question as Court Halts Interior Ministry Order
The High Court has suspended the implementation of an Executive Order that placed the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) under the Ministry of Interior. The suspension runs until the court hears and rules on a constitutional…
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Wantam Movement Launches Digital Vote to Pick 2027 Presidential Flagbearer
The Wantam Movement has launched a digital voting platform that will let supporters in Kenya and abroad select the movement’s preferred presidential candidate ahead of the 2027 General Election. The platform, called the Wantam Digital…
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DCI Links Justice Aggrey Muchelule Pistol to Viral Westlands Restaurant Robbery
Detectives have linked a Beretta pistol recovered after a fatal shootout with a violent robbery suspect in Joska, Machakos County, to Court of Appeal Judge Justice Aggrey Muchelule. On July 14, Muchelule told police that he only realized…
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“This Country Cannot Change Without Someone Steadfast”: Ruto Defends His Reforms
President William Ruto has defended his administration’s major reforms, arguing that Kenya can only deliver meaningful transformation through firm and courageous leadership despite public criticism, protests, and ongoing court challenges.…
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“I Believed I Was Only Providing Transport”: Witness Testifies in Ong’ondo Were Murder Trial
The murder trial of Kasipul Member of Parliament Ong’ondo Were resumed behind closed doors at the Kibera Law Courts on Tuesday. Under tight security, the eighth prosecution witness took the stand. The witness told the court that someone…
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Judge Calls for National Cannabis Debate After Dismissing Rastafarian Case
The High Court has dismissed a petition by members of the Rastafarian community in Kenya seeking to legalize cannabis, known locally as bhang, for religious use. The court ruled that the petitioners failed to show that Kenya’s drug laws…
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Good Conduct Applicants Get Relief as DCI Launches Faster Biometric System
Kenyans applying for Police Clearance Certificates, also known as Certificates of Good Conduct, will soon see faster processing after the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) announced the rollout of the Multi-Biometric…
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Surprising Report Shows Kenya’s Rich Prefer Staying Home Over Foreign Citizenship
Kenya’s wealthiest citizens show little interest in pursuing foreign passports or residency options, according to Knight Frank’s Wealth & Investment Trends 2026 report. Even as global mobility programmes gain traction, High-Net-Worth…
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IEBC Explains Why It Cannot Punish Politicians for Early Campaigns
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) explained why it does not punish politicians for early campaigning. Commissioner Alutalala Mukhwana said the commission can enforce campaign rules only after the official campaign…
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Govt Finally Recognises Skating Star Kevin Kiarie After Self-Funded Global Success
The government, through Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary (PS) Korir Sing’Oei has finally recognized Kenya’s leading inline freestyle skater, Kevin Kiarie. The PS hosted the talented skater as they discussed how Kenya can grow skating…
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DCI Details Grim Recovery Operation in Joy Kanini Gathu Murder Case
The main suspect in the murder of 25-year-old Joy Kanini Gathu will stay in custody for 21 days after a court granted detectives additional time to complete their investigations. On Wednesday, July 15, the Directorate of Criminal…
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Ol Kalou Railway Station Reopens After 46 Years of Inactivity
The government has announced the revival of the historic Ol Kalou Railway Station after nearly 46 years of inactivity. In a statement on Tuesday, July 14, Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo said the station resumed operations in…
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Ruto’s National Ambulance Plan Takes Shape as SHA Starts Provider Training
The Social Health Authority (SHA) has started preparations to roll out the Ambulance Evacuation Programme, inviting healthcare providers across the country to take part in training. In a notice issued through the National Ambulance…
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The Funniest Memes in Nairobi This Wednesday
Here’s what’s trending on Nairobi socials today.
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CITAM Schools Grade 9 Learner Dies After Rooftop Fall as DCI Launches Probe
A Grade 9 learner at CITAM Schools Ngong died on Monday morning after reportedly falling from the rooftop of a school building, a development that led police to launch investigations into the incident. The school later confirmed the…
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Kenya Bankers Want Major Shift in Loan Approval Rules
The Kenya Bankers Association (KBA) has urged Kenya to overhaul its lending model to improve access to credit for ordinary people. Speaking at the East Africa Banking School Conference (EABSC) 2026 on Tuesday, July 14, KBA Chairman Paul…
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