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"Allow Us To Milk The Elephants.." New Meru Governor Has a 'Brilliant' Idea - Nairobi Wire

Meru Governor Isaac Mutuma has kicked off a fresh storm online, urging the national government to let residents draw milk not just from camels but from elephants and even giraffes roaming Meru National Park. Speaking on Monday, 26 May 2025, during the launch of the Human-Wildlife Conflict Compensation Fund, an event attended by President William Ruto, the newly sworn-in governor said communities should reap more direct benefits from wildlife tha…Elephants · Meru See the Story

Why Finance Bill Is Not an Annual Constitutional Requirement in Kenya

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While the Public Finance Management (PFM) Act, 2012, provides for an annual Finance Bill, the Constitution itself contains no such obligation.Cryptocurrency · Kenya See the Story

Kenyan Sues to Force 2026 General Election, Calls 2027 Election "Act of Treason" - Nairobi Wire

A Kenyan citizen has taken legal action to compel the government to conduct the next General Election on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, claiming this is the constitutionally mandated date under the 2010 Constitution. Bryson Mangla, a resident of Kajiado West sub-county, filed the petition at the Milimani High Court, warning that failing to hold the election on that date would violate multiple provisions of the Constitution — including Articles 101(1)…Nairobi · Nairobi Read Article

Witness Details Chilling Plot Behind Murder of Wells Fargo HR Manager Willis Ayieko - Nairobi Wire

On Monday, the Siaya High Court turned into the stage of a harrowing tale as three men stood accused of orchestrating the brutal murder of Wells Fargo’s Human Resource Manager, Willis Ayieko. The court charged Victor Ouma Okoth, known as Sisco, Samuel Onyango alias Jaboda, and Dancun Ochieng with planning and executing what prosecutors described as a cold-blooded killing that shocked the nation in October 2024. Appearing before Justice David Kem…Nairobi · Nairobi Read Article

REKE is Born: Omtatah Unveils Movement to Restore and Reset Kenya, Eyes 70% Vote in 2027 Presidential Bid - Nairobi Wire

Busia Senator and celebrated activist Okiya Omtatah Okoiti has officially launched his long-anticipated political outfit, REKE, marking a bold step toward his 2027 presidential bid. REKE—an acronym for Restore Kenya, Rejesha Kenya, and Reset Kenya—encapsulates what Omtatah describes as a transformative call to action aimed at reimagining the country’s future. On Monday, May 26, 2025, Omtatah announced the launch on his official X (formerly Twitt…Nairobi · Nairobi Read Article

#SacredSwindle Exposé Sparks Regulatory Action Against Gambling Ads on Religious TV Shows - Nairobi Wire

The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has intensified its crackdown on illegal gambling promotions by fining eight television broadcasters Ksh500,000 each and issuing a 12-hour ultimatum to halt all non-compliant content or face stricter regulatory action. The authority announced the penalties on Monday, May 26, citing violations of Section 83A of the Kenya Information and Communications Act, 1998. “We issued penalties of Ksh500,000 to eigh…Religion · Kenya See the Story

Kenyans Face Penalties for Failing to Sort Garbage Under New Environmental Law - Nairobi Wire

Kenya’s new waste management law will soon penalize households that fail to sort waste correctly. The Sustainable Waste Management Act, 2022, now fully in force, mandates citizens to separate their waste into different streams. Failure to comply could lead to a six-month jail term or a fine of Ksh20,000. “It is our responsibility to protect and conserve our environment for our survival. This starts with you at the household level when you segreg…Nairobi · Nairobi Read Article

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