East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) MP Winnie Odinga has strongly rejected claims by businessman Oketch Salah that he was present during the final moments of her late father, former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, calling them “dangerous lies” and questioning his motives. Speaking to Citizen TV on Tuesday, January 27, Winnie described Salah’s statements as false and inappropriate given the sensitive nature of her father’s passing. “I have met Oketch Salah, but I’d like to believe nobody really knows him. A flat-out lie that you were there at the time of my father’s death and you were not, and talking about The post Oketch Salah Stands By Claims About Raila Odinga’s Final Moments appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Global credit rating agency Moody’s has upgraded Kenya’s credit rating, providing a welcome boost after months of economic strain and mounting debt pressures. The agency raised Kenya’s rating from Caa1 to B3 and assigned a stable outlook, indicating that the risk of default in the near term has eased. While the upgrade does not remove all risks, it suggests that Kenya is less likely to face an immediate debt crisis. Moody’s cited several factors behind the decision, including a rise in foreign exchange reserves to about Ksh1.5 trillion ($12.3 billion) by the end of 2025, according to the Central Bank The post Kenya’s Debt Risk Eases but Long-Term Challenges Remain, Says Moody’s appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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The High Court has dismissed a petition filed by survivors and families affected by the 1998 Nairobi bomb blast, dealing a fresh blow to victims who had hoped for compensation and accountability more than two decades after the attack. In the petition, the victims sought compensation from the government, arguing that the state failed in its constitutional duty to protect citizens. However, the court ruled that the case lacked sufficient legal merit and failed to meet the required burden of proof. In his decision, High Court Judge Lawrence Mugambi said the petitioners did not demonstrate that the government had prior The post 27 Years On, Justice Eludes 1998 Nairobi Bomb Blast Survivors appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba came under fire from Members of Parliament after he publicly admitted that the government lacks clear data on how much it costs to educate a child in Kenya from Grade One through university. Ogamba made the startling disclosure on Wednesday during an intense parliamentary session held at Lake Naivasha Resort in Nakuru County, on the sidelines of an ongoing National Assembly retreat themed “Securing Parliamentary Legacy.” “As a country, we don’t know how much it costs to educate a child from Grade One to university. No actuarial analysis has been done to know how much The post “We Don’t Know the Cost”: Education CS Ogamba Admission Triggers Fierce MP Backlash appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah on Wednesday launched a blistering attack on the Ministry of Education, accusing it of weak leadership, political posturing, and failure to address deep-seated inefficiencies that continue to hurt learners across the country. Speaking during an MPs’ retreat in Naivasha, Ichung’wah directly confronted Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba during a tense parliamentary session, faulting the ministry’s senior bureaucracy for what he described as a lack of competence and direction. In unusually blunt remarks, the Kikuyu MP told the CS: “Your peers, and yourself, have the most clueless Principal Secretary in the Ministry of Education.” Ichung’wah The post Ichung’wah Tears Into Education Ministry, Calls Out “Clueless” Leadership appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Leaders of the United Opposition have pledged to remain united and rally behind whichever candidate emerges to challenge President William Ruto in the next presidential election, insisting that national interests outweigh individual ambitions. The leaders spoke during the Democratic Party’s National Delegates Congress (NDC) held at Ufungamano House in Nairobi, where they presented a united front and reiterated their commitment to collective leadership and political cohesion. During the congress, former National Assembly Speaker Justin Muturi was confirmed as the Democratic Party leader and its presidential candidate, a move that drew support from across the opposition spectrum. The high-profile meeting brought The post “Enemy of the People”: Muturi Warns Kenya Kwanza Moles Trying to Divide Opposition appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Clinical officers have officially ended their 36-day strike after signing a return-to-work agreement with the Council of Governors (CoG), paving the way for normal healthcare services to resume across Kenya. Speaking to the press on Wednesday, Kenya Union of Clinical Officers (KUCO) Secretary General George Gibore confirmed that all members would immediately resume their duties. “County governments must fulfill their responsibilities. When they do, we will be there to provide the necessary support. As we have stated, the strike is suspended, and our members will return to work starting today and not exceeding 24 hours as agreed. I will also The post 36 Days Later: Clinical Officers Resume Duties Across Kenya appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Public service vehicle operators have announced a nationwide strike set to begin on Monday, warning that escalating attacks on matatus and other vehicles have pushed them to the brink. The Matatu Owners Association (MOA), led by chairperson Albert Karakacha, accused the government of failing to act against boda boda riders allegedly involved in torching public and private vehicles, despite multiple reports to security agencies and transport authorities. Karakacha said matatu owners no longer feel protected by the state and have been left with no option but to withdraw their vehicles from the roads. “Our vehicles have been burned; we talked The post Public Transport to Grind to a Halt After Strike Notice Over Vehicle Burnings appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has accused hospitals of masterminding the loss of billions from the Social Health Authority (SHA), revealing that Ksh11 billion went missing due to fraudulent claims by health facilities. Speaking on Wednesday, January 28, during the Members of Parliament retreat in Naivasha, Duale addressed recent reports indicating massive theft from SHA, explaining that the losses occurred when the national insurance provider paid for services that were never delivered. “The Ksh11 billion lost is in the sense that some hospitals submitted claims, but we caught them. Some of them have gone to court, and some of them The post CS Duale Accuses Hospitals of Looting Ksh11 Billion From SHA appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Nairobi Women Representative Esther Passaris has responded after drawing criticism for a photo she shared with Mumias East MP Peter Salasya during the five-day parliamentary retreat at a luxury resort in Naivasha this week. The initial post, which appeared to show the two MPs together in a celebratory moment at the retreat, sparked sharp online criticism. Many Kenyans questioned the appropriateness of the image and speculated about the nature of their interaction. In a statement on Wednesday, January 28, Passaris clarified that the photo was AI-generated, not an actual capture of the MPs together. She shared two additional images to The post Passaris Responds After “AI Photo” With Peter Salasya Sparks Backlash appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Mikel Arteta has backed Kai Havertz to make a big difference to his Arsenal side in the second half of the season after scoring in the Champions League win over Kairat Almaty on Wednesday night. Havertz started for the first time this season and scored Arsenal’s second goal as the Gunners made it eight wins [...] The post He’s Going To Give Us So Much –Arteta Speaks On Havertz appeared first on Complete Sports.

Global music streaming and discovery platform Audiomack has officially unveiled its African Artists to Watch for 2026, continuing its annual tradition of identifying emerging talent shaping the future of African music. Over the years, Audiomack’s African Artists to Watch initiative has proven to be a reliable barometer for success, spotlighting artists early in their journeys […]

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The Ghanaian-South African entrepreneur is a strong voice reshaping Africa’s agricultural future with Pan-African zeal. Through her multinational enterprise, Bakari International, she is transforming smallholder farmers into brand custodians, turning their produce into export-ready goods that will build a legacy of heritage and prosperity. Although she has maintained a relatively low profile over the years, […]

Apple Music today unveiled the artists and songs that defined Detty December, spotlighting the sounds that powered celebrations, cross-border collaborations and viral moments on the continent. At the forefront were Wizkid, Asake and Davido who emerged as the most-streamed African artists across Sub-Saharan Africa. The season’s biggest song was Davido, Mavo and Ecool’s “Galorizzy,” while […]

Top European sides Real Madrid, Inter Milan, holders Paris Saint-Gernain and Juventus will have to go through the playoffs to reach this season’s UEFA Champions League round of 16 stage. While Juventus and PSG recorded draws and Inter won, Madrid suffered a dramatic 4-2 loss to Benfica, on the final day of the league phase. [...] The post UCL: Madrid, Juventus, Inter, PSG Miss Out On Automatic Qualification To Round Of 16 appeared first on Complete Sports.

When someone close to you starts showing signs of dementia, everything shifts just a little. Conversations that used to be easy can suddenly feel confusing. There are moments when you catch yourself wishing for “the way things were.” Sound familiar? If you’re feeling this way, you’re not the only one. The good news: there are […]

Former Nigeria international Edema Fuludu has praised the progress of the Africa Cup of Nations, highlighting the improvements under CAF president Patrice Motsepe. He commended the increased prize money, better organization, and the expansion of competitions across the continent. Fuludu also lauded Morocco for its world-class infrastructure, noting that quality facilities boosted team performance and [...] The post Fuludu Praises ‘Good Host’ Morocco and Super Eagles’ Performance at AFCON 2025 appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

Nyore Madzianike Senior Reporter ACTING President Dr Kembo Mohadi has called for the reaffirmation of regional nations’ commitment to strengthening regional disaster preparedness and for collective advocacy for greater international… The post UBUNTU IN ACTION…STRENGTHEN REGIONAL DISASTER PREPAREDNESS appeared first on herald.

Zvamaida Murwira Senior Reporter THE Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority has rolled out a nationwide programme of portable, containerised fuel stations designed to service rural and remote communities. The initiative, which… The post Portable fuel stations to boost local economies, curb black market appeared first on herald.

Zvamaida Murwira Senior Reporter TREASURY has moved to synchronise the lifespan of duty rebates for approved capital projects with the official duration of the projects themselves, aiming to improve the… The post New framework guarantees duty relief for entire project lifespan appeared first on herald.

Herald Reporter ZIMBABWE-China trade volumes surged to a record US$4,39 billion last year buoyed by the Government’s robust policies, particularly in the tobacco sector. The growth of economic ties between… The post Zim, China trade tops US$4,3bn appeared first on herald.

Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard has expressed optimism that Ethan Nwaneri will excel at Marseille. Recall that Nwaneri joined the Ligue 1 giant on loan last week and began life in an impressive note scoring aa goal pn his debut at the weekend against Lens. Speaking with the club’s website, Odegaard stated that Nwaneri has the [...] The post Odegaard: Nwaneri Will Excel At Marseille appeared first on Complete Sports.

Farirai Machivenyika Senior Reporter Australian Ambassador to Zimbabwe, Minoli Perera, has called for the reform of the United Nations systems for the benefit of developing countries such as Zimbabwe. She… The post Aussie envoy calls for UN system reform appeared first on herald.

Ray Bande in MUTARE SEVERAL mega developmental projects being spearheaded by the Second Republic in Manicaland are set to improve lives in the eastern border province. The projects include a… The post Mega projects transform Manicaland appeared first on herald.

Gibson Nyikadzino Zimpapers Politics Hub VETERANS of Zimbabwe’s liberation struggle yesterday experienced a rare moment of recognition from China’s President Xi Jinping after he replied to a letter they wrote… The post President Xi pens letter to ex-combatants appeared first on herald.

Freeman Razemba Senior Reporter THE Government has announced a major increase in employment opportunities for youth and women under the extended Emergency Road Rehabilitation Programme Phase 2. Transport and Infrastructural… The post ERRP2 prioritises youth, women employment appeared first on herald.

Arron Nyamayaro A ZIMBABWEAN man is stranded in Poland, where he is homeless, after a spectacular fallout with his parents over differences related to their religious beliefs. Tanaka Makwindi is… The post SENSATIONAL FAMILY SPLIT LEAVES ZIM MAN STRANDED AND HOMELESS IN POLAND appeared first on herald.

Elita Chikwati Agriculture News Editor A TOTAL of 210 people have lost their lives due to floods and extreme weather events, while 60 000 have been displaced across the SADC… The post 210 die in extreme weather events appeared first on herald.

Paul Pindani in CHINHOYI A MINE worker has been jailed for raping an 85-year-old woman. Mike Malunga,31, of Mukuvi Farm, Banket, who was employed as a general worker at Kanyama… The post MINE WORKER JAILED 15 YEARS FOR RAPING GRANNY (85) appeared first on herald.

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Zvikomborero Parafini TWO Harare men allegedly hacked Artemis Herbal Centre’s WhatsApp groups and converted them into forex trading groups. Kudakwashe Kazingizi and Shingirai Mutumwa were not asked to plead when… The post TWO MEN HACK COMPANY’S WHATSAPP GROUP, CONVERT FIRM INTO A FOREX TRADING ENTITY appeared first on herald.

H-Metro Reporter OUR readers have been responding to our coverage of master conman Matthew Five. Matthew, who assumed a fake identity as Desmond Phiri, claimed he was an American-based medical… The post MATTHEW FIVE – THE GOOD, THE BAD AND THE VERY UGLY . . . H-Metro readers respond to master con artist . . . Opinions divided, some men even praise him appeared first on herald.

Arron Nyamayaro POLICE have urged motorists to exercise caution as they navigate heavy traffic congestion along Mutare Road, especially during peak hours. Chief Superintendent Michael Mumanyi, the Harare District Traffic… The post POLICE CALL FOR CALM AS MOTORISTS NAVIGATE HEAVY CONGESTION ALONG MUTARE ROAD appeared first on herald.

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