Nairobi Wire News Updates

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has criticized the government’s efforts in tackling drug and alcohol abuse among Kenyan youth, calling them ineffective. Speaking at a church service in Ol Jorook, Nyandarua County, on Sunday, Gachagua alleged that some senior government officials are involved in drug trafficking. He accused two of… Read more »

Everstrong Capital, a US-based infrastructure investment firm, has confirmed that it will begin the construction of the highly anticipated Nairobi-Mombasa Usahihi Expressway next year. Kyle McCarter, Senior Advisor at Everstrong Capital, shared that construction on the 440-kilometer highway will commence in the first quarter of 2026, marking a significant milestone… Read more »

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Kakamega County Senator Boni Khalwale has strongly criticised Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party leader Raila Odinga, accusing him of double-dealing in Kenyan politics. In a post shared on his official X account on Sunday, April 27, 2025, Khalwale pointed out Raila’s contradictory stance of supporting President William Ruto’s administration while… Read more »

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The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has given TV and radio broadcasters a firm directive to cut down on betting, lottery, and gambling content within the next 14 days, or risk losing their licenses. David Mugonyi, the Director General of the Authority, voiced growing concerns over an increasing number of… Read more »

The Social Health Authority (SHA) has claims that it cannot enroll teachers under the Teachers Service Commission (TSC), stressing that TSC employees qualify for coverage just like any other Kenyan. In response to reports questioning its ability to enrol TSC’s 360,000 teachers, SHA clarified that educators are eligible to access… Read more »

National Assembly Chief Whip and South Mugirango MP, Sylvanus Osoro, has blamed former President Uhuru Kenyatta for the country’s growing betting crisis. Speaking at a church service in Malava, Kakamega County, Osoro argued that the former president was entirely responsible for the current betting problem in Kenya. Though he didn’t… Read more »

Engineers in Kenya have raised alarm over persistent frustrations with the development plan approval process in Nairobi County, citing significant challenges in obtaining timely and transparent approvals. In a statement issued on Saturday, April 26, the Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK) called out issues of corruption, inefficiency, and unethical… Read more »

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) last Friday arrested a pastor from Kilifi for urging his followers to avoid medical treatment and engage in other controversial practices. The arrest, carried out by a multi-agency team, followed the pastor’s activities at the New Foundation Church in Chakama, where he was reportedly… Read more »