President William Ruto talked tough in response concerns about Kenya’s health data following the country’s new agreement with the United States, assuring citizens that their information remains fully protected under Kenyan law. Speaking on Wednesday, Ruto stated that the deal poses no threat to Kenya’s sovereignty, particularly regarding sensitive health information. “Nobody and no government will take advantage of the people of Kenya as long as I am President. I am clear about what we want and where we must go, and therefore there is no way the agreement we signed can undermine the interests of the people of Kenya, The post Ruto Vows: ‘No One Will Take Advantage of Kenyans While I Am President’ appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has flagged a fraudulent website duping unsuspecting Kenyans out of money. Through its official X handle, the authority warned the public that the platform operating under the name Mverified does not belong to NTSA. “Alert: Mverified website does not belong to NTSA,” the authority posted, cautioning motorists and vehicle owners to steer clear of the site. NTSA noted that several victims may have already fallen prey to the scam. The authority advised anyone who has been conned through the fake platform to report the matter to the nearest police station for further action. The post NTSA Warns Kenyans Against Fake Website Scamming Vehicle Owners appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Parliament has demanded the urgent legal clarification of the Defence Cooperation Agreement between Kenya and the United Kingdom, warning against a foreign force conducting operations in the country sans proper legal backing. The National Assembly has adopted a report by the Defence, Intelligence and Foreign Relations Committee on the inquiry into the conduct of the British Army Training Unit in Kenya, popularly known as Batuk. The committee recommended the immediate ratification of the DCA between Kenya and the UK. The committee, chaired by Belgut MP Nelson Koech, noted that the DCA’s current legal status remains in limbo. The agreement guides The post Batuk Transgressions Force Kenya to Revisit UK Defence Cooperation Agreement appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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President William Ruto has sharply criticized NGOs opposing the new United States health funding framework, telling them to direct their frustrations to Washington instead of attacking the Kenyan government. Speaking on Wednesday during the 12th National and County Governments Coordinating Summit at State House, Ruto clarified that the US government, not Kenya, decided to channel health funds directly to the national government rather than through NGOs. “It is not our decision; it is theirs. So if anybody is annoyed, they should take their anger to another place. They should not bring it to us,” the President stated. Ruto accused some The post Ruto Tells NGOs to Take Health Funding Complaints to Washington appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Kenya will formally honour its first contingent of officers returning from the Haiti security mission by having them participate in Friday’s Jamhuri Day parade, Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has announced. The officers arrived back in the country on Tuesday after completing their 18-month tour of duty. They were part of the initial Kenyan team deployed to Haiti in June 2024 under the Multinational Security Support Mission (MSS), which has since been rebranded as the Gang Suppression Force (GSF). A new replacement contingent landed on Sunday and has already taken over operations in the Caribbean nation. According to the The post PHOTOS: Haiti Mission Officers Receive Hero’s Welcome, to March in Jamhuri Day Parade appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah has filed a court petition seeking to suspend and stop the implementation of the Cooperation Framework on Health between the governments of Kenya and the United States, signed on December 4, 2025. In his application, Omtatah is also requesting a temporary order to prevent the respondents from “implementing, operationalising, and executing” the agreement. The Senator argues that the $2.5 billion framework, which will see the U.S. channel Ksh.208 billion directly into Kenya’s health institutions over the next five years, violates constitutional principles of public participation because it was signed without consulting the public or securing parliamentary The post Omtatah Seeks Court Orders to Suspend U.S.-Kenya Health Deal appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

President William Ruto has lauded the strengthening partnership between Kenya and the United States, emphasizing the critical role American tourists and investors continue to play in driving Kenya’s economic growth. Addressing the 12th National and County Governments Coordinating Summit at State House on Wednesday, President Ruto described the Kenya–U.S. relationship as “solid,” underscoring that while each country pursues its own interests, sustained cooperation has significantly advanced shared goals. “The relationship we have with the government of the United States is one I am very proud of. Cooperation has enhanced our mutual interests,” he said. Ruto revealed that the United States The post Ruto Praises U.S. Investors and Tourists for Boosting Kenya’s Economy appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Media personality and showbiz entrepreneur Willis Raburu has taken two companies to court, seeking Ksh10 million in compensation over what he describes as a serious breach of contract linked to the Furaha City Festival held in December 2024. Raburu filed the suit at the High Court in Nairobi, accusing an events company and a major alcoholic beverages firm of failing to honour a multi-million shilling deal for promotion and full event management. Court papers indicate that the companies contracted Raburu’s firm, Steizon Limited, on December 6, 2024, to provide digital promotion, branding, influencer marketing, logistics support, and full coordination of The post Willis Raburu Sues Two Firms for Ksh10 Million Over Furaha City Festival Deal appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Political activist Kasmuel McOure has announced that the Broad-Based Youth Front will now engage the government directly on issues affecting young people, marking a strategic shift away from relying on political intermediaries. McOure said the movement will no longer depend on politicians who were largely absent during last year’s youth-led street demonstrations. He warned that some leaders are attempting to reinsert themselves into youth matters without demonstrating what he termed as genuine commitment. “We are in this Broad-Based Government until it fully delivers its mandate, and we intend to own that process to the very end. We will not be The post Kasmuel McOure: Youth Front to Engage Govt Directly on Key Reforms appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

An American citizen arrested in Nairobi and wanted in the United States on multiple charges, including murder, has confirmed his consent to be extradited to Minnesota to face trial. The suspect, held at Gigiri police station since his arrest, made the declaration on Tuesday during a brief appearance before a Nairobi magistrate for the mention of his extradition proceedings. The court asked him to clarify whether he intended to oppose or consent to the request for his return to the U.S. He confirmed his willingness to cooperate and said he did not want to delay the matter. “Yes, your honour, The post U.S. Citizen Arrested in Nairobi Agrees to Extradition Over Murder and Drug Charges appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Super Eagles midfielder Raphael Onyedika wa sin action for Club Brugge in their 3-0 home loss to Arsenal, on matchday 6 of the UEFA Champions League on Wednesday. Onyedika, who was in the starting eleven for the Belgian giants, was replaced in the 74th minute. A brace from Noni Madueke and a Gabriel Martinelli strike [...] The post UCL: Onyedika Subbed Off As Club Brugge Suffer 3-0 Home Defeat To Arsenal appeared first on Complete Sports.

Arron Nyamayaro SELECTED inmates are having access to conjugal rights while serving their sentences in the country’s prisons. This is set to be widened beyond the two prisons, where a… The post CONJUGAL RIGHTS FOR SELECTED PRISONERS IN MASSIVE MOVE BY PRISON AUTHORITIES EXPLORING VARIOUS WAYS OF REHABILITATION appeared first on herald.

Wallace Ruzvidzo Herald Reporter TRADITIONAL leaders remain one of Zimbabwe’s critical lines of defence against alien cultural practices, which come under the guise of modernity, President Mnangagwa has said. In… The post Chiefs critical line of defence, says President appeared first on herald.

Wallace Ruzvidzo Herald Reporter TRADITIONAL leaders have commended the Second Republic for its inclusivity that has left no one and no place behind. This comes after President Mnangagwa yesterday handed… The post Traditional leaders commend 2nd Republic’s inclusivity appeared first on herald.

Takawira Photoveteran Unlimited Dapi COMEDIAN Kapfupi and his wife Mai Nga have gone separate ways. H-Metro can exclusively reveal that the two’s marriage has collapsed. When we contacted Kapfupi, whose… The post KAPFUPI’S MARRIAGE TO MAI NGA COLLAPSES appeared first on herald.

Lincoln Towindo Deputy National Editor Government is planning sweeping reforms to the Mutapa Investment Fund in a move geared to position the country’s Sovereign Wealth Fund as a central vehicle… The post Mutapa reforms to anchor parastatal turnaround appeared first on herald.

Talent Gore DELTA Beverages says it has sufficient beer stocks to meet the expected surge in demand. Speaking after a tour of the plant by Industry and Commerce Minister Mangaliso… The post WE’VE SUFFICIENT BEER FOR THE FESTIVE SEASON, SAYS DELTA appeared first on herald.

Forward Nyanyiwa in CARLOW, Ireland H-Metro Europe Correspondent IS the legendary Thomas “Mukanya” Mapfumo still fit to keep on holding live shows or he is now just being exploited by… The post MUKANYA: IS THIS A FAREWELL OR AN ICON BEING EXPLOITED? appeared first on herald.

Wallace Ruzvidzo, Harare Bureau  AS a strategic national institution, traditional leaders remain one of Zimbabwe’s critical lines of defence against alien cultural practices, which come under the guise of modernity,… The post ‘Chiefs are guardians of heritage, identity’ appeared first on herald.

Remember Deketeke Herald Correspondent THE integration of Pan-African values with modern operational strategies not only enriches military practice, but also cements bonds that unite diverse African forces under a common… The post Pan African values key to security: Minister appeared first on herald.

Bongani Ndlovu KULEsizalwane seZimbabwe esibotshwe ngamapholisa eSouth Africa ngemva kokutholakala silamaphasipoti angu-582 lemali edlula iR147  000, akade kufihlwe emoteni. Kucatshengelwa ukuthi indoda le, eleminyaka yokuzalwa engu-42, ingabe iphakathi kobugebengu bokweqisa… The post OweZimbabwe utholakala elamaphasipoti angu582 leR147 000 appeared first on herald.

SCORES of Zimbabweans, Mozambicans and Malawians resident in South Africa are in a fix after a 43-year-old man was found in possession of 582 passports on Monday. Investigators, the South… The post SCORES OF ZIM, MOZA, MALAWIANS IN A FIX AFTER MAN NABBED WITH 582 PASSPORTS appeared first on herald.

Michael Tome Business Reporter ZIMBABWE’s 2025 economic performance has been marked by encouraging realities of macroeconomic stability, driven by disciplined monetary management and improved institutional coordination, Industry and Commerce Minister… The post Economic stability sets strong foundation for next growth phase appeared first on herald.

Langalihle Mhiti Zimpapers Entertainment Hub IN the ever-evolving world of Zimbabwean social media, one name continues to stand out – Larry Mafukidze. With a smartphone, a photo editor, and an… The post LARRY MAFUKIDZE, THE ‘KING OF MEMES,’ A HIT ON SOCIAL MEDIA appeared first on herald.

ISELA ligqekeze umuzi oseParkgate, eVerulam, kweleSouth Africa latshiya konke obekusendlini latshaya lachitha loGumede, inyoka ebifuyiwe. Lesi sehlakalo senzakale ngoLwesihlanu lapho okwebiwe khona le inyoka eyi-Albino Corn engelatshefu. Inkampani yabonogada iReaction… The post Kugqekezwe umuzi kwatshiywa konke kwebiwa inyoka appeared first on herald.

Langalakhe Mabena, Zimpapers Arts and Entertainment Hub  AFTER testing the waters with a successful debut last year, Ubuntu Cultural Night returns for its second edition on December 20, promising a… The post Ubuntu Cultural Night returns with star-studded line-up appeared first on herald.

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Wallace Ruzvidzo, Harare Bureau                                                     … The post Traditional leaders hail Second Republic for inclusive development appeared first on herald.

AHLASELWE yizigebenga, abaleka atshiya imota angena egangeni amapholisa eKombe, eNkandla, okuthiwa adutshulwe esigodini eShiyanyawo, eQhudeni, eNquthu ngeSonto eledluleyo. Ngokuthola kwentatheli, kuthiwa alimale kakhulu amapholisa. Kuvela ukuthi ngaphambi kokuba ahlaselwe ngoLwesibili… The post Kudutshulwe amapholisa abaleka, atshiya imota appeared first on herald.

Tafadzwa Zimoyo Zimpapers Entertainment Hub Editor GLOBAL Zimbabwean talent returns to Harare next week for the Zimbabwe Diaspora Homecoming Celebration Awards and Business Summit, with the third edition of the… The post Diasporas jet in for big money summit and awards show appeared first on herald.

Robson Sharuko Metros Editor MARIO ‘Super Mario’ Marinica will become the first Warriors coach to celebrate his birthday in camp with the national team as they prepare for the AFCON… The post HAPPY BIRTHDAY SUPER MARIO (In advance) appeared first on herald.

Siphathokuhle Ngulube Salibonani bafundi. Ngithemba liyakholisa ngekhefu kodwa lingakhohlwa izifundo zenu. Okunye njalo ngithemba sihamba sonke ekuhlelweni kwephepha lenu ngendlela entsha kanti kuyilo elizabhalwa ngomnyaka ka2026. Ngeviki ephelileyo sikhangele kakhulu… The post Iphepha lesibili labo U6, Isigaba sesibili (Paper 2 -Section B) appeared first on herald.

Tadious Manyepo Zimpapers Sports Hub AFTER weeks of anxiety and speculation, Zimbabwe coach Marian “Mario’’ Marinica is today expected to set the tone for the Warriors’ 2025 Africa Cup of… The post ALL SET FOR AFCON SQUAD ANNOUNCEMENT appeared first on herald.

SYDNEY. – Australia became the first country in the world to ban social media for children under 16 yesterday, blocking access in a move welcomed by many parents and child… The post IMAGINE A WORLD WITHOUT SOCIAL MEDIA? THAT’S HOW AUSSIE KIDS ARE LIVING NOW appeared first on herald.

TAWANDA Maswanhise will arrive at the 2025 AFCON finals as one of the hottest players in the Scottish Premiership. He is in the form of his life and his 12… The post HE HAS SHAKEN SCOTTISH FOOTBALL, NOW IT’S TIME TO SHAKE AFCON appeared first on herald.