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Former CS Moses Kuria claims a cartel controls Kenya's drug market, while the Youth Fund has received no government disbursements this financial year. Nairobi County warns landowners to renew leases or risk losing property. Kenya secured a 24 billion...Former CS Moses Kuria claims a cartel controls Kenya's drug market, while the Youth Fund has received no government disbursements this financial year. Nairobi County warns landowners to renew leases or risk losing property. Kenya secured a 24 billion Kenyan Shillings loan from China for Nairobi's Intelligent Transport System, with the US funding 19 billion Kenyan Shillings in African medical innovation. KeNHA announced Nairobi-Nakuru Highway disruptions. Separately, CS Ruku and Governor Mbarire allege a plot to intimidate UDA voters, while IEBC Chair and IG Kanja warned against electoral interference ahead of Thursday's by-elections.••• Listen for full story (5 min)(more in audio brief)
125 Kenyans Hold More Wealth Than 42 Million Citizens - Report
A new report titled Kenya’s Inequality Crisis: The Great Economic Divide reveals that just 125 individuals in Kenya possess more wealth than 42 million citizens combined, highlighting the alarming economic disparity in the nation.
Kalonzo, Gachagua allege rigging plot ahead of Thursday’s By-Elections
The United Opposition Alliance, led by Wiper Party Leader Kalonzo Musyoka and DCP Party Leader Rigathi Gachagua, has alleged a government plot to rig Thursday’s by-elections through ballot stuffing and pre-marked ballots. IEBC Chair Erastus Ethekon dismissed these claims, insisting on the commission's impartiality.
Moses Kuria Drops Allegations on Kenya’s Drug Prices and Quality
Former Cabinet Minister Moses Kuria has alleged that Kenya's drug market is controlled by a pharmaceutical mafia, leading to overpriced and low-quality medicines. These claims were reinforced by Mosop MP Abraham Kirwa, who shared his personal experience with substandard medication in Kenya.
Kenya Signs New Ksh24 Billion Loan with Chinese Bank
Kenya has secured a new Ksh24 billion (USD 185 million) loan from the Export-Import Bank of China (China EximBank) to finance the Intelligent Transport System (ITS) Project in Nairobi, aimed at modernizing urban mobility and reducing traffic congestion.
ODPP Announces Crackdown on Perpetrators of Online Sexual Harassment
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) in Kenya has announced a crackdown on perpetrators of online sexual harassment, vowing to ensure legal action against offenders. This declaration was made on November 26, 2025, as part of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign.
Nairobi Landlords at Risk of Losing Land as County Announces Crackdown
The Nairobi County Government has warned landowners in Nairobi that they risk losing their properties if they fail to renew their land leases. Despite earlier notices, many property owners have not complied, prompting a stern warning from county officials.
IG Kanja Breaks Silence After Gachagua Demands Resignation
The National Police Service (NPS) has warned politicians against interfering with the upcoming November 27 by-elections, following allegations of state interference by political leaders, including DCP party leader Rigathi Gachagua, who also demanded the resignation of Inspector General Douglas Kanja.
Muturi Slams IEBC Over Plain-Clothed Police in By-Elections
Former Cabinet Secretary and Democratic Party-Kenya (DP-K) Party Leader Justin Muturi has criticized the IEBC's decision to deploy plain-clothed police officers during the November 27, 2025, by-elections, calling them "state-sponsored goons." The IEBC announced it would deploy both uniformed and un-uniformed officers to ensure security amid violence allegations.
IEBC Chair Issues New Directions at Vote Tallying Centres
IEBC Chairperson Ethokon Edong has issued stern warnings to candidates ahead of Thursday's by-elections, prohibiting them from bringing supporters or "goons" to tallying centers to ensure peace and integrity.
Enhanced Security Measures Deployed for November 27 By-Elections
Parties Condemn Gachagua's By-Election Rigging Claims; Narok Rally Disrupted
IEBC Deploys Security and Finalizes Preparations for By-Elections
IEBC Faces Accusations of Interference and a Legal Challenge Over National Tallying Center
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