The meeting will take place at State House Nairobi, marking an important step in the administration’s ongoing commitment to youth empowerment and addressing Kenya’s housing challenges.

Odinga Jr highlighted that the talks built on previous engagements with community groups and resulted in concrete proposals to alleviate the water shortage.

PS Oluga reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to positioning healthcare not only as a social service but also as a driver of innovation, industrial growth and job creation.

Nkanatha revealed that the Central Region has so far recorded an 84 per cent transition rate to Grade 10

The Milimani High Court instructed government agencies to unblock rice imports that have been held at ports and other entry points, warning that failure to comply would attract penal consequences.

The police have said that seven people were killed in the incident, but the politician has given a different account, saying that 10 people were killed at his home as they waited for parliamentary election results.

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has recalled the June 25, 2024, invasion of Parliament as a terrifying experience that shook him deeply and nearly cost him his life. The attack occurred when angry demonstrators forcefully entered the National Assembly to protest the passage of the 2024 Finance Bill. Reflecting on the chaos, Wetang’ula described it as the most harrowing episode in his long political career, which has included leadership roles in both the Senate and the National Assembly. “One of the most difficult moments was during the riots that engulfed the country and led to the invasion of Parliament,” he The post How Wetangula ‘Nearly Lost his Life’ After Protesters Stormed Parliament appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has announced that the National Police Service (NPS) is taking decisive action to address recent cases of police misconduct and alleged human rights violations, which have reportedly increased in recent weeks. CS Murkomen stated that the government is committed to building a professional and accountable security sector that serves Kenyans effectively, operates free from corruption, and respects human rights and the constitution. “There have been various concerns about police brutality in recent times across different parts of the country, from Nandi to Nyeri and beyond, and I must say that the National Police Service (NPS) The post CS Murkomen Announces Action Against Police Misconduct and Brutality appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula has said the Luhya community will rally behind President William Ruto in his bid for re-election in 2027. Wetangula pointed to an existing political understanding and what he described as clear national indicators suggesting Ruto will secure a second term. Speaking on Thursday during an interview with Royal Media Services’ Luhya Cluster radio stations, the Speaker dismissed claims that the region’s politics revolve around personal rivalries among leaders. “In our region, it is not a contest between Moses Wetangula and Musalia Mudavadi, it is the people who decide. What I know is that we have The post Wetangula Reveals Deal: Ruto to Back Luhya Presidency After Serving Two Terms appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Motorists in Nairobi can now enjoy a discount if they pay their seasonal parking fees by mid-February, the county government announced. In a notice issued on Thursday, January 22, City Hall officials said motorists who settle their seasonal parking fees by February 14 will receive a 5 percent discount. A seasonal parking fee is a prepaid charge allowing motorists to park in a designated area for a set period, such as a month, three months, six months, or a year. The fees vary based on vehicle type and duration of the permit. For private cars, monthly permits cost around Ksh3,000, The post Nairobi Motorists to Get Discount on Seasonal Parking Fees appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

President William Ruto has issued a firm directive ordering all learners to report to school starting Friday, whether or not they can afford school fees or uniforms. The President announced the decision on Thursday while in Meru County during the disbursement of funds under the National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (NYOTA) business support programme. He instructed chiefs, assistant chiefs, and other provincial administration officers to enforce the order and ensure that every child reports to school for the first term. Ruto said the government has already released Ksh44 billion in education capitation, leaving no justification for learners to stay out The post No Excuses: President Ruto Directs Every Child to Report to School appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Tottenham Hotspur have confirmed that Yusuf Akhamrich has joined Bristol Rovers on loan for the remainder of the 2025/26 season. The move makes Akhamrich the latest departure in an exceptionally busy January transfer window for the north London club. The versatile left-sided player has been a regular feature for Spurs’ Under-21 side and was shortlisted […] The post Tottenham Confirm Yusuf Akhamrich Loan Move As January Overhaul Continues appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Worldcoin, the US-based cryptocurrency project co-founded by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, has permanently deleted all biometric data previously collected from Kenyan citizens. The Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC), which regulates personal data in Kenya, confirmed that the data controller erased all information gathered from Kenyan users in September 2023. This action follows a High Court ruling in May 2025, which found that Worldcoin had collected the biometric data unlawfully and ordered its permanent removal from the company’s database. The ODPC verified the deletion and reiterated its commitment to enforcing data protection laws. The office noted that it will The post Worldcoin’s Eye-Scan Data Controversy Ends After Court Orders appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

A plea agreement has been reached with one of the accused in the murder case of former Kasipul MP Charles Ong’ondo Were, with the individual agreeing to become a state witness and testify against the remaining suspects. The High Court sitting in Kibera was informed that Allan Omondi Ogola, who was Ong’ondo’s bodyguard at the time of his death, has entered into a plea agreement with the prosecution and will now testify as a prosecution witness. Ogola will be the first to take the stand when the trial opens on February 9 at 8:00 a.m. Five witnesses are expected to The post Plea Agreement Reached in Former MP Were Murder Case appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

More than 100 Kenyans remain trapped in Cambodia after fraudulent job offers lured them to the Southeast Asian nation under false pretenses. Nancy Akinyi, 29, one of the victims, told media outlets that the stranded Kenyans are being held under strict restrictions and subjected to constant intimidation and threats. “We are not free to leave. We are constantly intimidated, and our lives are in danger. The situation is urgent and getting worse,” she said in a message. Akinyi traveled to Cambodia in May 2025 on a visitor visa after an agency promised her a cosmetology position. Upon arrival, she discovered The post Over 100 Kenyans Held Under Threat in Cambodia Job Scam, Says Survivor appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Popular Kenyan entertainer DJ Brownskin, born Michael Njiiri, has walked free after a court dismissed all charges connected to his wife Sharon Njeri’s death in July 2022. Milimani Magistrate’s Court delivered the acquittal on Thursday, with Magistrate Caroline Nyanguthi ruling that prosecutors failed to build a strong enough case against the DJ. “The court cannot safely convict on any of the counts,” Magistrate Nyanguthi declared, acquitting Brownskin under Section 210 of the Criminal Procedure Code. Three Charges Dismissed Due to Insufficient Evidence The entertainer faced three serious allegations: aiding suicide, failing to prevent a felony, and destroying evidence. The court The post DJ Brownskin Walks Free Over Wife’s Death After Prosecution Case Collapses appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced that it will set the interest rate for fringe benefits and low-interest employee loans at 8 percent for the first half of 2026. The move provides clear guidance for employers on calculating taxable perks. In a directive issued on Thursday, January 22, the tax authority stated that under Section 12B of the Income Tax Act, the market interest rate of 8 percent will apply for January, February, and March 2026 when determining fringe benefit tax on employee perks such as company cars, housing, or employer-provided loans. “For the purposes of Section 12B of The post KRA Sets 8% Interest Rate for Employee Loans and Fringe Benefits in Early 2026 appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced the nominees for the 98th Academy Awards, set to take place on March 15, 2026, in Los Angeles, and films from the 2025 Festival de Cannes Official Selection have made a powerful showing. In total, six films that premiered in Cannes’ 2025 lineup earned places […]

Telecel Ghana Foundation has begun the third cohort of its Digitech Academy, an after-school digital skills programme aimed at strengthening science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education and addressing persistent digital access gaps among young learners. The latest cohort, which runs from January to March 2026, is being implemented across five districts in five regions: […]

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SINCE its introduction in 2018, the devolution fund has transformed infrastructure and livelihoods across the country in a dramatic way. Thousands of schools, clinics, roads, bridges, irrigation schemes and the… The post COMMENT : Devolution fund must be protected and strengthened appeared first on herald.

Thupeyo Muleya, Beitbridge Bureau South Africa’s Border Management Authority (BMA) and the Department of Social Development (DSD) participated in a high-level diplomatic engagement at the Zimbabwean Embassy in that country… The post SA, Zim embassy meet to strengthen border management appeared first on herald.

Patrick Chitumba, chitumba1@gmail.com KWEKWE City Council (KCC) has secured more than US$90 million in investment in the past three years as the city accelerates its urban renewal and infrastructure development… The post Kwekwe attracts US$90 million as urban renewal gains momentum appeared first on herald.

Patrick Chitumba, pchitumba1@gmail.com THE Minister of State for Midlands Provincial Affairs and Devolution, Owen Ncube, has lauded Zvishavane Town Council (ZTC) for its tireless efforts in delivering quality services to… The post GWERU City Council (GCC) says refurbishment works at Ivene, Mtapa and Kombayi Ranks are nearing completion, despite prolonged delays that have affected operations at the city’s major informal trading and transport hubs. appeared first on herald.

Patrick Chitumba, pchitumba1@gmail.com GWERU City Council (GCC) says refurbishment works at Ivene, Mtapa and Kombayi Ranks are nearing completion, despite prolonged delays that have affected operations at the city’s major… The post Ivene, Mtapa, and Kombayi ranks near completion appeared first on herald.

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Rutendo Nyeve, Victoria Falls Reporter A Victoria Falls man has been sentenced to 12 months imprisonment after a daring assault on a police officer who was on duty at Mkhosana… The post Victoria Falls man jailed for assaulting police officer appeared first on herald.

Debra Matabvu PRESIDENT Mnangagwa yesterday temporarily broke his annual leave to lead a high-level coordination of Zimbabwe’s response to domestic and sub-regional rainfall-induced disasters that have hit parts of the… The post President intervenes in floods relief…Coordinates local, regional disaster response appeared first on herald.

Thupeyo Muleya, Beitbridge Bureau Service delivery has started to improve at the Beitbridge District Hospital, where the Government has undertaken to upgrade the facility to meet the growing service delivery… The post Govt boosts service delivery at Beitbridge district hospital . . . as facility gets first automated ARV dispensing machines appeared first on herald.

Trust Freddy Herald Correspondent GOVERNMENT is set to roll out free public Wi-Fi hotspots countrywide as part of a comprehensive programme to expand broadband access, bridge the digital divide and… The post Digital leap for Zim: Govt rolls out free Wi-Fi programme appeared first on herald.

Martin Kadzere THE Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe will sustain the push towards using a single currency for all internal transactions, leveraging the broad successes of 2025 as a foundation for… The post RBZ to entrench stability in push to monocurrency appeared first on herald.

Mkhululi Ncube Zimpapers Reporter LOCAL content creators have been challenged to take advantage of a US$10 million fund set aside for the creative industry, a Cabinet minister has said. Information,… The post ‘Take advantage of US$10m creative fund’ appeared first on herald.

Blessings Chidakwa Senior Reporter IN a trailblazing initiative, First Lady Dr Auxillia Mnangagwa has launched the first-of-its-kind Toddlers Warm Bowl Project, drawing an unprecedented crowd that thronged the venue in… The post First Lady launches pioneering Toddlers Warm Bowl Project . . . a sea of people thronged the launch appeared first on herald.

Wallace Ruzvidzo Herald Reporter MALAGASY President Michael Randrianirina has assured Sadc that the report requested by the regional bloc outlining the country’s path to democratic stability as well as a… The post Madagascar leader reassures Sadc appeared first on herald.

Ray Bande and Lovemore Kadzura HEAVY rains, violent thunderstorms, and strong winds have battered Manicaland, crippling key public infrastructure and leaving roads impassable, schools and homes damaged, and health facilities… The post Storms wreck infrastructure, isolate communities appeared first on herald.

Ray Bande Senior Reporter A TOTAL of 1 336 candidates who sat for the November 2025 Zimbabwe School Examinations Council (Zimsec) Ordinary Level examinations obtained 5As and above – with… The post Anglican, Catholic schools rule the roost appeared first on herald.