Several contributors also rejected proposals allowing county governments to recruit County Statisticians through County Public Service Boards.

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has lifted the lid on a tense phone call he made to Police Inspector General Douglas Kanja on the day Dr. Job Obwaka was taken into custody. Speaking at the veteran gynecologist’s memorial service on Wednesday, May 13, Sifuna revealed that the IG claimed to know nothing about the arrest even as the 83-year-old doctor sat in police custody. Sifuna told mourners he reached out to Kanja directly, fully aware of the high-stakes leadership dispute surrounding Nairobi Hospital that had placed Dr. Obwaka in the crosshairs of the authorities. “I called the police IG and asked The post Sifuna Links Dr. Obwaka’s Arrest to Ruto’s “Mambo Ni Matatu”; Recalls Call With Police IG appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Pregnant women registered under the Social Health Authority no longer need to worry about hospital bills. The SHA has revised its benefit packages to give expectant mothers free access to maternity services, from prenatal checkups straight through to delivery, simply by being registered members. The shift marks a significant departure from the previous system, which required pregnant women to hold fully paid-up memberships before they could access care at Level Two and Level Three hospitals. Under the new guidelines, registration alone is enough to unlock those services at no out-of-pocket cost. Margaret Macharia, Deputy Director of the Benefits Package and The post Sickle Cell, Cancer, Free Deliveries: Everything That Changed in SHA’s New Healthcare Package appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Advocate Michael Muchemi, representing Mwengi Mutuse, argued that Gachagua’s removal from office stemmed from a clear loss of political and parliamentary support.

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The Kenyan government has drawn a hard line with global social media giants, and Elon Musk’s X is the first platform to feel the pressure. ICT Cabinet Secretary William Kabogo told the Senate on Wednesday, May 13, that X has received a three-month ultimatum to establish a physical office in Kenya or risk losing its operational approval in the country. The directive forms part of a sweeping policy shift that requires all major social media platforms, including TikTok, Facebook, and others, to set up local offices as a condition of operating in Kenya. The government’s position is straightforward: if a The post Kabogo Gives Elon Musk’s X Three Months to Open Local Office or Face Ban appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

President William Ruto’s political allies have gone on the offensive against former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, firing back sharply after he criticized the Africa Forward Summit and launched attacks on visiting world leaders. The counteroffensive, which unfolded on Wednesday, May 13, drew in cabinet secretaries, senators, and former ministers, all taking direct aim at the impeached deputy president. Lands Cabinet Secretary Alice Wahome led the charge, delivering some of the most pointed remarks of the day. She described Gachagua as a “reckless leader” and a “walking time bomb,” arguing that his outbursts stem from disbelief that President Ruto successfully hosted The post Ruto Allies Unleash on Gachagua: “You Will Blow Yourself Up Trying to Reach the President” appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

The Supreme Court has fast-tracked a petition challenging the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act of 2018, putting the government’s power to spy on Kenyans’ private digital communications squarely in the spotlight. Filed on Tuesday, May 13, the case unites a formidable coalition comprising the Bloggers Association of Kenya, the Law Society of Kenya (LSK), Article 19 Eastern Africa, and the Kenya Union of Journalists in a shared fight to dismantle surveillance provisions they believe go too far. The legal battle picks up where a March 2026 Court of Appeal ruling left off. That decision struck down sections of the law The post New Petition Seeks to Block State Access to Kenyans’ Emails and Calls appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

State House wants Parliament to approve a Ksh.20 billion budget for the 2026/2027 Financial Year, nearly double the Ksh.13 billion the Treasury initially proposed, as it pushes to fund expanded operations and an ambitious program of infrastructure upgrades across the country’s state lodges. State House Comptroller Katoo Ole Metito made the case before the National Assembly Departmental Committee on Administration and Internal Security on Wednesday, May 13, arguing that the Treasury’s allocation falls Ksh. 7 billion short of what the office actually needs to function effectively. The request follows a familiar pattern. In the 2025/2026 financial year, State House started The post State House Asks Parliament for Ksh.20 Billion, Says Treasury’s Figure Isn’t Enough appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is taking his fundraising campaign international. Speaking at a press briefing in Nairobi on Tuesday, Gachagua announced plans to travel to the United Kingdom and the United States to mobilize financial support for the Democracy for Citizens Party ahead of the 2027 general election. The overseas push comes as the party stares down a hefty electoral bill. Gachagua revealed that the DCP’s national elections board has projected the cost of the nomination exercise alone at approximately Ksh.2 billion. The former deputy president told party members that internal nomination fees should cover roughly half of that The post Gachagua Flies to UK This Friday to Raise Ksh.1 Billion for DCP’s 2027 Election Campaign appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Navigating the world of loans can be daunting, especially when faced with various types to choose from. Whether you need loans for a new car, a house, or loans for emergencies, it’s crucial to understand the differences between secured and unsecured loans. Each has its own advantages and drawbacks, and knowing when each is appropriate can make a significant difference in managing your financial needs efficiently. Understanding Secured Loans Secured loans require you to use an asset as collateral. This could range from your home, car, or any other valuable item. The primary advantage of secured loans is that they The post The Difference Between Secured and Unsecured Loans and When Each Is Appropriate appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

A post-mortem examination conducted on Tuesday, May 12, has confirmed that Alice Riang’a, a 20-year-old student at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST), died from blunt force trauma to the head. The findings suggest a violent struggle preceded her death, ending a search that began when women collecting firewood discovered her body on Saturday, May 9, in the Barkowino Forest thicket near Bondo Township. The autopsy results further reveal that the second-year Bachelor of Education Science student suffered a physical assault before she died. While police noted the absence of undergarments at the scene, investigators have not The post “I Couldn’t Recognise My Own Daughter” – Father’s Heartbreak as Autopsy Confirms Alice Riang’a Was Beaten to Death appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

In a significant courtroom revelation, new details have surfaced regarding a personal phone call President William Ruto allegedly made following the hospitalization of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua in October 2024. During his testimony on Wednesday, May 13, renowned cardiologist Dr. Dan Gikonyo confirmed that the president contacted him directly to check on Gachagua’s health while he received treatment at Karen Hospital. Dr. Gikonyo explained to the court that such inquiries are standard practice for high-profile patients, noting that he treated the president’s call with the same professional transparency he would offer any concerned party. “Your honor, there are always The post Gachagua’s Doctor Reveals He Got Permission Before Briefing Ruto on His Condition appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Information, Communication, and Technology Cabinet Secretary William Kabogo has announced a crackdown on the betting and gaming sector. The move follows reports revealing widespread compliance failures among hundreds of companies tasked with handling the personal data of Kenyan citizens. During a Senate plenary session on Wednesday, May 13, the CS highlighted a stark disconnect between the rapid expansion of the gambling industry and its adherence to legal safeguards. He disclosed that despite the industry’s massive footprint, only a small fraction of operators have met the necessary data protection standards. Statistics from the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner paint a The post Kabogo Orders Crackdown on Betting Firms Over Data Breaches in Kenya appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

The court awarded each petitioner Sh900,000 in general damages, translating to a total payout of Sh9.9 million, excluding interest and legal costs.

Former Super Eagles and Ajax midfielder Sunday Oliseh has weighed in on Paris Saint-Germain's success after parting ways with Kylian Mbappe two seasons ago, Soccernet.ng reports. The French Superstar declined a new contract from PSG at the start of the 2023/2024 season after the club turned down Real Madrid's €120m offer. In that season, Paris […]

ZIMBABWE Cricket (ZC)’s grassroots development initiative, Cricket Kumusha-Cricket Ekhaya, has recorded significant success, training a total of 550 participants across the country between May 2025 and April this year as…

Nkosilathi Sibanda  nkosilathi.sibanda@chronicle.co.zw BINGA Football Academy have returned from a successful developmental tour of Zambia, where their youngsters gained valuable international exposure against some of that country’s top junior academies.…

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Debra Matabvu Senior Reporter GOVERNMENT will continue to implement bold policy reforms to stimulate investment, accelerate industrial growth and create jobs, the President has said. Commissioning Varun Beverages Zimbabwe’s new…

Wallace Ruzvidzo Herald Reporter THE ZAOGA Forward in Faith Ministries’ leadership yesterday paid a courtesy call on President Mnangagwa at his Munhumutapa offices in Harare, where they introduced the church’s…

Othman Belbeisi As governments gathered in New York for the second International Migration Review Forum (IMRF) to assess progress on global migration commitments recently, a central question loomed: is the…

Africa Moyo Deputy National Editor ZIMBABWE’s mineral sector recorded a strong first-quarter performance, raking US$983,85 million from mineral sales, with lithium and Platinum Group Metals (PGMs) emerging as the top…

Victor Maphosa Mashonaland East Bureau GOVERNMENT has adopted a zero‑tolerance approach towards veld fires, with perpetrators set to face the full wrath of the law, Vice President Dr Kembo Mohadi…

Blessings Chidakwa Senior Reporter FAMILIES of the Chinhoyi Seven Heroes have, for the first time in decades, met in a breakthrough engagement convened by First Lady Dr Auxillia Mnangagwa, yielding…

Nqobile Bhebhe in BEIJING, China ZIMBABWE’S media sector must embrace cutting‑edge technology and Artificial Intelligence to keep pace with global real‑time news dissemination, Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services Minister Dr…

Elephants pose probably the greatest challenge to people living near their habitats in Matabeleland North Province. In Hwange and Victoria Falls, they destroy crops, deplete water sources and sometimes stomp…

Nqobile Bhebhe in BEIJING, China ZIMBABWE’S media sector must embrace cutting-edge technology and Artificial Intelligence to keep pace with global real-time news dissemination, Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services Minister, Dr…

The Timberwolves vs Golden State Warriors timeline of this contest was defined almost entirely by a devastating second quarter, as Anthony Edwards delivered one of the most complete individual performances of his career to lead Minnesota to a 127-117 victory at Chase Center in San Francisco on Saturday, March 14, 2026, with tipoff at 10:00 […] The post Timberwolves vs Golden State Warriors Timeline: Edwards Erupts for 42 as Minnesota Win 127-117 appeared first on Gooner Daily.

The Premier League standings February 2026 snapshot captured a title race still very much in the balance, but the table as it stands in May tells a story of Arsenal pulling clear at the summit while the battle for European places and relegation survival has intensified considerably across the division. Arsenal FC currently sit top […] The post Premier League Standings February 2026 vs Now: How the Title Race Has Transformed appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Veteran tennis star Venus Williams has confirmed that she will be competing in doubles at the French Open. Venus will partner with Hailey Baptiste for the clay-court tournament at Roland Garros, which begins on May 24 in Paris. Read Also:U-20 WWC Draw: Falconets In Pot 2 With USA, Canada, Others She however, will not compete [...] The post Venus To Compete In Doubles At French Open appeared first on Complete Sports.

Kelechi Iheanacho scored a VAR-assisted penalty winner nine minutes into stoppage-time to boost Celtic’s Premiership defence thanks to a 3-2 comeback win at Motherwell on Wednesday night, RTE reports. Iheanacho slotted a spot-kick as former Hearts midfielder Sam Nicholson was penalised for handball after jumping to head the ball away. The ball appeared to hit [...] The post SPL: Iheanacho’s Dramatic Late Penalty Earns Celtic 3-2 Win At Motherwell, Keep Title Hopes Alive appeared first on Complete Sports.

Manchester City moved back within two points of Premier League leaders Arsenal with a comfortable 3-0 win over Crystal Palace, RTE reports. Antoine Semenyo and Omar Marmoush both struck from Foden passes in the first half before Savinho added a late third as City kept their slender title hopes alive at the Etihad Stadium on [...] The post EPL: Man City Thrash Palace To Keep Pressure On Arsenal appeared first on Complete Sports.

Akor Adams continued his fine scoring form as Sevilla came from two goals down to defeat Villarreal 3-2 at the Estadio de la Cerámica on Wednesday night. The Nigeria international has now scored in back-to-back games for the Rojiblancos, having also netted the winner in last weekend’s 2-1 victory over Espanyol. Villarreal made a bright [...] The post LaLiga: Adams Scores Again As Sevilla Beat Villarreal Away appeared first on Complete Sports.

Former Aston Villa striker Gabriel Agbonlahor has advised Chelsea to appoint Fulham manager Marco Silva over Xabi Alonso as their next permanent manager. Agbonlahor stated that Chelsea’s big-time Charlies in the dressing room require a tough, disciplinarian figure rather than a high-profile name like Alonso, describing Silva as the “perfect character” for the job. “Marco [...] The post Agbonlahor: Silva, Not Alonso Will Be Perfect Manager For Chelsea appeared first on Complete Sports.