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Dadaab and Kakuma refugee camps have been upgraded to municipalities, integrating them nationally. Concurrently, Kenya launched a national strategy to counter chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear threats. The Senate will hear impeachment c...Dadaab and Kakuma refugee camps have been upgraded to municipalities, integrating them nationally. Concurrently, Kenya launched a national strategy to counter chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear threats. The Senate will hear impeachment charges against Nyamira Governor Amos Nyaribo next week. A new report reveals extreme wealth inequality, with 125 Kenyans owning more than 42 million citizens combined. The High Court also ruled against KBC’s biometric data collection. Meanwhile, by-elections in 22 areas saw violence, including a recovered gun, amidst IEBC denying ballot stuffing claims.••• Listen for full story (6 min)(more in audio brief)
Homa Bay: Gun Stolen from MP Kaluma’s Bodyguard Recovered After Chaotic Polling-Day Clash
A firearm stolen from the bodyguard of Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma during a chaotic clash on polling day has been recovered by police. The incident occurred at Agoro Sare Primary School during the voting period, leading to a swift security operation.
Blow to Opposition as UDA Candidate Wins Mbeere-North By-Elections
The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) candidate, Leonard Wa Muthende, has won the Mbeere-North Constituency by-election, dealing a blow to the opposition. He secured the parliamentary seat with 15,802 votes against his main rival.
IEBC Declares Winner in Malava By-Elections
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has declared David Ndakwa of the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party as the MP-elect for Malava after by-elections held on Friday, November 28. Ndakwa secured the victory in a tightly contested race against DAP-Kenya's Seth Panyako.
ODM Retains Ugunja Seat as Moses Omondi Declared MP-Elect
Moses Omondi of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has been declared the MP-elect for the Ugunja parliamentary seat after winning a by-election.
DP Kindiki Congratulates Election Winners, Urges Unity — Says Losers Still Leaders Whose Ideas Matter
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki congratulated winners of Thursday’s by-elections and called for national unity, emphasizing that even those who lost remain leaders whose ideas are still valuable for national development.
Ruto Flags Off Dualling of Rironi–Nakuru–Mau Summit Road, Promising Relief for Congested Corridor
President William Ruto has officially launched the dualling of the Rironi–Nakuru–Mau Summit Road, a critical infrastructure project set to transform the 170-kilometre corridor linking Nairobi to the Rift Valley and western regions of Kenya.
Trump threatens to ‘permanently pause migration from all third world countries’ in escalating anti-immigration rhetoric
In a Thanksgiving statement, former U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans to "permanently pause migration from all Third World Countries," intensifying his anti-immigration stance amid recent controversies and attacks on immigrant communities.
Kombe Triumphs in Magarini, DCP’s Kenga Comes Second
Harrison Kombe of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has won the Magarini parliamentary by-election with 17,909 votes, defeating Stanley Kenga of the Democratic Change Party (DCP). This victory reaffirms ODM's dominance in the region.
Trump Moves to Ban Movement to US From Third World Countries
Former US President Donald Trump announced stringent plans on Friday, November 28, to freeze immigration from what he termed "Third World Countries," a move expected to significantly affect several African nations.
IEBC Declares Winner in Kasipul Parliamentary Elections
Boyd Were of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) was declared the winner of the Kasipul Parliamentary seat by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) on Friday, November 28. He will replace his late father, Ong'ondo Were, cementing ODM's presence in the Nyanza region.
DP Kindiki Congratulates Election Winners, Urges Unity — Says Losers Still Leaders Whose Ideas Matter
Trump threatens to ‘permanently pause migration from all third world countries’ in escalating anti-immigration rhetoric
Candidates Attacked, Vehicles Torched, and Arrests Made Amidst By-Election Violence
President Ruto Promotes Housing and Hustler Fund at Joyful Women Initiative's 16th Anniversary
Rigging Claims, Voter Intimidation, and Calls for Action Surround Kenyan By-Elections
MP Peter Kaluma Attacked and Firearm Stolen During Kasipul By-Election
Opposition Leaders Allege Plot to Manipulate and Rig By-Elections
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