A Kenyan man has been charged with trafficking 22 youths to Russia for exploitation in the Ukraine war as authorities probe a wider recruitment network.

DCI arrests interdicted KMPDC staff member Harun Liluma over alleged fraud linked to the Social Health Authority, faces three criminal charges.

NAIROBI, Kenya Feb 27 – The ruling United Democratic Alliance completed a clean sweep as its candidates convincingly won four by-elections held yesterday. Duncan Muratia was declared the new Evurore Ward legislator after garnering 7,853 votes. Albert Muchira of Justin Muturi’s Democratic Party emerged second with 1,940 votes. Independent candidate Johnson Mukuru Mate came third […]

Nairobi flooding preparedness is being tested once again as extreme weather warnings return.

Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has justified his request for a $130,000 salary increase from the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF). The 48-year-old is presently on a monthly salary of $50,000. Chelle Defends Decision Chelle’s request for a salary increase has sparked controversy in Nigeria, but the Malian has defended his position. “At the end [...] The post Chelle Defends Demands For Huge Pay Rise appeared first on Complete Sports.

LSK urges Chief Justice Martha Koome to block admission of Chinese and South Sudanese nationals as advocates, citing lack of reciprocal agreements.

Hillary Clinton told a congressional panel she "had no idea" about Jeffrey Epstein's crimes, as she called for lawmakers to question President Donald Trump under oath about his past association with the late sex offender. "I want to see the truth come out," the ex-US secretary of state said after testifying behind closed doors for hours to a congressional committee investigating Epstein. Her husband, former President Bill Clinton, will testify on Friday. The couple resisted the panel's subpoena, dismissing it as politically motivated, before agreeing to testify as potential contempt-of-Congress proceedings loomed against them. The Clintons and Trump deny wrongdoing in relation to Epstein.

DCI arrests suspect accused of forging land documents to grab Sh50 million Pangani property after skipping plea at Milimani Law Courts.

If Paramount's deal is approved by regulators, the company would fold Warner Bros' HBO Max streaming customers into its portfolio. It would also take ownership of CNN, the Food Network and a range of sports offerings.

The matter also revives discussions stemming from a 2019 ruling by the Supreme Court of Kenya, which overturned a 2016 Court of Appeal decision that had allowed Muslim students to wear the hijab in non-Muslim schools.

According to Iranian state media, negotiators insisted that Iran had the right to peaceful nuclear energy and rejected US demands to completely stop the enrichment of uranium in Iranian territory and to transfer its stockpile of 400kg (880lb) of enriched uranium out of the country.

The massive hospitality project rising near Nakuru’s State House, the Encore Hotel, belongs to businessman Sam Mburu, the husband of Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika. Mburu recently broke his silence on the multi-billion-shilling venture following intense parliamentary scrutiny regarding the hotel’s scale and its sensitive proximity to the presidential residence. Addressing concerns over the site’s location, Mburu confirmed that he and Governor Kihika are the primary backers of the development. He assured the public that the project strictly followed the law, securing every required regulatory green light before breaking ground. “Large projects like this require proper oversight,” Mburu stated, further noting The post Governor Kihika’s Husband Defends Sh5 Billion ‘Encore’ Hotel Near State House Nakuru appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja appeared before the Senate’s Devolution and Intergovernmental Relations Committee on Wednesday to protect the legality and intent of a landmark cooperation agreement between the city county and the national government. Facing intense scrutiny from senators over financial accountability and public participation, Sakaja framed the partnership not as a surrender of power but as a long-overdue necessity for Kenya’s capital. A Modern Framework for a Global City Sakaja dismissed concerns that the agreement violates the law, describing it instead as a structured framework common in major metropolises worldwide. He argued that the unique status of Nairobi requires The post Sakaja Compares Nairobi to Paris to Justify Sh80 Billion Deal with Ruto appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

In a quiet clinic in Nairobi’s Kawangware neighborhood, the future of HIV prevention in Kenya and Africa at large took a massive leap forward. At 8 a.m. sharp, 27-year-old Samson Mutua became the first Kenyan to receive Lenacapavir, a long-acting injectable that offers protection against HIV for six months with a single dose. Clinicians at the Riruta Health Centre administered two injections into Mutua’s lower abdomen as Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale looked on. The event marks the official rollout of a game-changing tool in Kenya’s public health arsenal. From Daily Pills to Twice-a-Year Protection For years, Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) The post “I Feel Protected”: Nairobi Delivery Rider Becomes First to Get HIV Injection appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

The political temperature in Kenya continues to rise as the United Opposition launches a fierce counter-offensive against President William Ruto. The move follows a series of public attacks by the head of state, who has repeatedly dismissed his rivals as having “no tangible achievements” to show the Kenyan electorate. Opposition leaders have now turned the spotlight back on the president, arguing that his own administration deserves the most intense scrutiny. They accuse the current government of presiding over a decline in state parastatals and, more gravely, overseeing extra-judicial killings during recent protests. “That Is Your Record”: Gachagua Leads the Charge The post “Since Independence, No President Has Done This” – Gachagua Targets Ruto’s Record appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Public transport giant Super Metro has confirmed it is working alongside law enforcement following a late-night tragedy in Kitengela that claimed the life of a 25-year-old man. The incident, which occurred on the night of February 24, 2026, has sparked intense public debate over passenger safety and the conduct of public service vehicle (PSV) crews. In an official statement released Tuesday, the operator acknowledged the gravity of the situation involving one of its buses. “We are cooperating fully with law enforcement and the National Transport and Safety Authority as they conduct a thorough investigation into the circumstances that led to The post Super Metro Breaks Silence Following Tragic Death of 25-Year-Old Passenger on Namanga Highway appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has moved quickly to dismiss a viral image showing the new Greenpark pedestrian underpass submerged in water. In an official clarification, the roads authority confirmed that the widely circulated photo is AI-generated and does not represent the actual state of the Sh2 billion project. The fabricated image surfaced amid ongoing rains, sparking a heated online debate regarding the drainage and construction quality of the massive project located at the busy Haile Selassie Avenue–Uhuru Highway junction. To reassure the public, KeNHA provided details on the engineering measures installed to keep the tunnel dry. The underpass The post How Nairobi’s Greenpark Underpass Drainage System Prevents Flooding appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

For many Kenyan professionals, retirement signifies a hard-earned finish line, a season for rest and family. However, new data from the Retirement Benefits Authority (RBA) reveals that the transition involves much more than just stepping away from a desk. While the end of a career stops the daily commute, it also severs deep social and financial ties that define adult life for decades. Recent findings suggest that for the majority of former employees, the hardest part of retiring isn’t actually the loss of a paycheck; it is the loss of community. The Social Void: Colleagues Over Cash Workplaces in Kenya The post More Than a Paycheck: The Surprising Thing 53% of Kenyan Retirees Miss Most About Work appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

A court in Kahawa on Thursday postponed the plea taking for Festus Arasa Omwamba, who faces allegations of running a human trafficking syndicate. The court granted the prosecution and the bench time to review High Court orders that bar his arrest and prosecution. Authorities presented Omwamba before Senior Principal Magistrate Gideon Kiage at the Kahawa Law Courts after officers from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) arrested him earlier this week. Through his lawyer, Omwamba told the court that the High Court of Kenya granted him anticipatory bail of Sh100,000 in June 2025. He said authorities executed those orders in February this year, restraining his arrest and prosecution until March 27, The post Suspect Faces Court for Trafficking Kenyans to Fight in Russia appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

In a significant legal victory for Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, the Political Parties Disputes Tribunal (PPDT) has extended interim orders preventing his removal as the secretary general of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM). The ruling effectively freezes a power shift within Kenya’s largest opposition party, maintaining the status quo as a high-stakes legal battle unfolds. The tribunal ruled that the conservatory orders remain in force, warning the party against taking any action to enforce the contested leadership change. The matter now heads toward a decisive phase, with written submissions from both legal teams scheduled for March 12, 2026. The crisis The post Edwin Sifuna Retains ODM Post as Tribunal Warns of ‘Irreversible Consequences’ appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

The Kibera High Court has rejected an application by Sarah Wairimu to terminate her ongoing murder trial, firmly dismissing her request to have the proceedings declared a mistrial. Wairimu, who faces charges related to the death of Dutch businessman Tob Cohen, sought to invalidate the current legal process and restart the case from scratch. In a ruling delivered on Thursday, Justice Diana Kavedza determined that the court lacks the legal authority to grant the specific orders Wairimu requested. “If the applicant (Wairimu) believes that constitutional legal errors have occurred, the proper recourse lies in the appeal. Accordingly, this court finds The post Major Update in Tob Cohen Case: Prosecution Witnesses Set for May Hearing After Court Ruling appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Former US President Bill Clinton is set to testify on Friday, and has previously said he took trips on Epstein's plane but denies any knowledge of, or involvement in, Epstein's crimes.

In a B2B enterprise, the process of getting a handshake to a final contract is seldom a smooth sail. The B2B sales of high-ticket purchases are not as spontaneous as B2C purchases. It is not as simple as just doing ordinary advertising, and it takes extremely specialised Digital Marketing Services which value relationship-building and strategic […]

Hollywood just got hit with a blockbuster twist no one saw coming. Netflix has officially walked away from its bid to buy Warner Bros. Discovery’s studio and streaming business, clearing the path for Paramount to swoop in and potentially take over the entire entertainment giant. “Nice to Have — Not a Must Have” After Warner’s […]

Highlife legend Obuoba J.A. Adofo has stated that John Dramani Mahama has been supporting him more generously than GHAMRO. According to the veteran musician, the former president has consistently shown him care through regular donations of food items and financial assistance. Speaking in an interview with Kumi Kasa on MAX 89.7 FM during the station’s […]

Ronald Mpofu, itsronaldrox@gmail.com POLICE in Plumtree are appealing to the public for information that could assist in investigating a suspected hit and run accident that claimed the lives of two… The post Two pedestrians killed in suspected hit‑and‑run appeared first on herald.

The animated film YAMINA celebrated its American premiere at the 34th Annual Pan African Film Festival (PAFF), held in celebration of Black History Month from February 16–22, 2026, at the The Culver Theater and Cinemark Baldwin Hills Crenshaw. As part of PAFF’s impactful StudentFest program, YAMINA was screened at the Cinemark Theatre in Baldwin Hills, […]

Father Hlakanipha Mbongolwane, hlaks1980@gmail.com MANGWE District in Matabeleland South Province is a rainbow district. While it is predominantly Kalanga-speaking, it is home to people from all walks of life. It… The post Teenage pregnancy in Mangwe: A tale of a people who have lost their collective soul appeared first on herald.

Sukulwenkosi Dube-Matutu, sukulwenkosi.dube@chronicle.co.zw THE role of mentoring adolescent girls and young women is not one being taken lightly by National Aids Council (NAC) Sista2Sista programme mentors as it involves safeguarding… The post Mentors with a mission: Empowering girls to fight HIV and the odds appeared first on herald.

Ghanaian music and entertainment news website Ghana Plug is pleased to announce its official domain migration from ghana-plug.com to ghanaplug.com. The transition marks a strategic step in strengthening the brand’s digital identity with a cleaner, more unified domain name. While the hyphen has been removed, Ghana Plug’s mission remains unchanged to spotlight emerging and established […]

UNUM Festival continues to build momentum for its 2026 edition with the announcement of its highly anticipated Phase 2 lineup, further cementing its position as one of the most essential dates in the global electronic music calendar and building on its success at the DJ Awards, where it was crowned Best Global Festival 2025.   […]

Nothando Zondo, cherrelncz@gmail.com GOVERNMENT efforts to industrialise rural communities through targeted dairy interventions are beginning to show tangible results in Mlomoliwoto, Umzingwane District. The Presidential Silage Inputs Scheme — introduced… The post Rural dairy output rises as Presidential Silage Scheme bears fruit in Umzingwane appeared first on herald.

Nothando Zondo, cherrelncz@gmail.com GOVERNMENT and its partners have come to the rescue of Mzinyathini Irrigation Scheme in Umzingwane District, with upgrade works underway in a move expected to improve food… The post Government steps in to revive Mzinyathini Irrigation Scheme appeared first on herald.

Nqobile Bhebhe, nqobile.bhebhe@chronicle.co.zw FARMERS in Insiza District have begun preparations for this year’s Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF), with livestock producers already selecting and grooming animals for exhibition in what… The post Insiza farmers begin early preparations for ZITF livestock showcase appeared first on herald.

Mthabisi Tshuma, mthabisimthire@gmail.com THE deejaying field has welcomed a new entrant who is eager to break boundaries — from his hometown of Plumtree to becoming one of the most sought… The post Meet fast rising Plumtree-born wheel spinner appeared first on herald.

Zimpapers Arts and Entertainment Hub A vibrant performer from Gwanda, Thembelani Ndlovu, popularly known as BabyGal 1 Tym, is fast rising on the local entertainment scene, thrilling crowds at roadshows… The post From Gwanda to the big stage: BabyGal 1 Tym’s rise appeared first on herald.