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HomeDaily NewsWednesday, November 12, 2025
Kenya News - Wednesday, November 12, 2025
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Kenya News - Wednesday, November 12, 2025

The government plans to close private children's homes by 2032, integrating 44,000 minors into families. In other news, the Cabinet approved a bill to end delays in county fund disbursements and waived 12.3 billion Kenyan Shillings in land loan interest for low-income settlers across 26 counties, while also setting aside public land for a new wildlife migration route near Nairobi National Park. The Education CS addressed withheld school funds, stating it was for verification, not "ghost schools." President Ruto will deliver the State of the Nation Address next week, while new guidelines to combat antibiotic resistance launched in Nairobi, alongside appeals from cancer patients for intervention on high treatment costs.

30 stories across 11 topics
Updated 8:58 PM

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Motorists’ lobby terms Ruto’s move to dual Kiambu Rd a ‘pre-election spectacle’
Motorists Issue Fresh Demands to Govt Over Planned Kiambu Road Dualling
Govt Approves Dualling of Kiambu Road
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Cabinet Approves Dualling of 23.5km Muthaiga-Kiambu-Ndumberi Road - November 2025

The Cabinet has approved the dualing of the 23.5-kilometer Muthaiga-Kiambu-Ndumberi road to alleviate traffic congestion between Nairobi and Kiambu Counties. The project, part of a plan to modernize Nairobi's transport network, will include bypasses, loops, and facilities for non-motorized transport. Following the approval, the Motorists Association of Kenya (MAK) criticized the government's decision, calling it a “pre-election spectacle” that will harm local businesses. The motorists' lobby subsequently issued fresh demands to the government regarding the planned expansion of Kiambu Road.

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Cabinet waives Sh12.3bn land loan interest for low-income settlers across 26 counties
Govt Approves Plan to Hive Public Land for New Wildlife Migration Route
Cabinet clears project to restore Athi-Kapiti wildlife corridor linking NNP
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Cabinet Approves Wildlife Corridor Project and Waives Sh12.3 Billion Land Loan Interest - November 2025

Kenya's Cabinet has approved the Nairobi National Park–Athi-Kapiti Wildlife Corridor project. This initiative involves allocating public land for a new wildlife migration route to connect the two areas. The plan aims to restore vital migratory routes for species like zebras and wildebeests and address human-wildlife conflict. In a separate decision, the Cabinet also approved a waiver of Sh12.3 billion in interest and penalties on outstanding land settlement loans. The waiver is intended to relieve financial pressure on low-income settlers across 26 counties.

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Govt Moves to Curb Risk of Rescued Trafficked Kenyans Bringing Online Scams Back Home
Police Arrest Woman Masquerading as Lawyer, Recover Fake Seals and Stamps
Govt Flags Fresh NYOTA Scam Ahead of Second Disbursement
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Government Warns of Scams as Police Arrest Impersonator in Migori - November 2025

The Kenyan government has issued a warning about a scam targeting beneficiaries of the National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (NYOTA) programme, where fraudulent apps require registration fees for Ksh50,000 grants. It also expressed concern that citizens rescued from cybercrime networks abroad are returning home to establish similar online scam operations. Separately, police in Migori County arrested a woman for impersonating a lawyer and illegally offering legal services, recovering fake seals and stamps. This follows a similar operation two weeks prior in Kisii where three other individuals were apprehended for similar offenses.

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Gachagua Writes to IG Kanja Amid Claims of Plans to Attack Him
Residents Scamper for Safety as Goons Storm Opposition Rally
Kuria Alleges Ksh10 Million UDA-Linked Plot to Attack Gachagua
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Threats and Disruptions Surround Rigathi Gachagua's Political Rallies - November 2025

An opposition rally in Gilgil, Nakuru County, led by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua was disrupted by suspected goons, causing attendees to scatter for safety. In a separate incident, Gachagua wrote to Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja ahead of a visit to Mbeere North, reporting alleged threats against him and demanding the arrest of individuals seen in a viral video. Additionally, Chama Cha Kazi (CCK) party leader Moses Kuria alleged a UDA-linked plot involving a Ksh10 million debt to attack Gachagua’s upcoming campaign tour on November 27.

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NEMA cancels Kakamega Gold Mining project public hearing
Two-thirds of State Agencies fail to meet PSC governance, service standards
UBA commits Sh19bn to Kenya’s Road Securitisation Programme
State to earn Sh607mn in royalties after UK firm finds Sh680bn gold in Kakamega
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State to Earn Sh607M from Kakamega Gold & Receive Sh19B for Roads Amid Agency Scrutiny - November 2025

The Kenyan government is poised to earn Sh607.2 million in royalties and an additional Sh193.8 million in Mineral Development Levy after UK-based Shanta Gold discovered gold deposits valued at an estimated Sh680 billion in Kakamega County. In a separate financial development, the United Bank for Africa (UBA) Group has committed Sh19 billion ($150 million) to Kenya’s Road Infrastructure Securitisation Programme. These financial inflows occur as a Public Service Commission (PSC) report revealed over two-thirds of Kenyan government entities failed to submit mandatory self-assessment reports on performance and governance. Relatedly, Senators are questioning the State's plan to commercialise the National Youth Service. Meanwhile, the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has canceled a public participation hearing for the proposed Isulu–Bushiangala Gold Mining Project in Kakamega County.

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Companies Launch and Expand Services in African Markets - November 2025

Binance has significantly expanded its cryptocurrency services across over 30 African countries, enabling users to trade crypto using local currencies. Zuri Health launched Petals, an AI-powered women’s health companion accessible via WhatsApp. This new service is designed to provide private and real-time support. Meanwhile, iColo is supporting the expansion of LINX in Kenya, following a co-operative agreement with Asteroid Kenya. This agreement facilitates the transition of Asteroid customers to LINX's interconnection hubs in Mombasa and Nairobi. The transition happens as Asteroid Kenya ceases its operations.

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Wanaharakati wa Kenya Bob Njagi na Nicholas Oyoo wasimulia siku 38 za mateso wakiwa nchini Uganda
"We survived on ugali and beans for 38 days. Nicholas Oyoo narrates ordeal in Ugandan cells
Wanaharakati wasimulia kuteswa kwa siku 38 walipozuiliwa na jeshi Uganda
Wizara ya Maswala ya Kigeni yapuuza madai ya kuteswa kwa wanaharakati waliotekwa Uganda
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Kenyan Activists Bob Njagi and Nicholas Oyoo Recount 38-Day Abduction in Uganda - November 2025

Kenyan activists Bob Njagi and Nicholas Oyoo have publicly recounted their harrowing 38-day ordeal after being abducted and detained in Uganda. Nicholas Oyoo narrated that they survived on a meager diet of ugali and beans while held in Ugandan cells. The activists described being tortured during their detention, which they claim was due to the Ugandan government's fears they might incite youth to protest. Bob Njagi claimed his abduction was orchestrated by President Museveni's son, Muhozi, without the president's knowledge. In response, Kenya's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has dismissed the allegations of torture concerning the activists.

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Betty Bayo’s Final Wish: The Dreams She Had for Her Daughter Sky Before Her Death
Revealed: Betty bayo’s daughter fought hard to save her life
Director Trevor reveals he was trying to hire Betty Bayo for December gig
Gospel Star Betty Bayo’s Body Moved To Kenyatta University Mortuary
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Gospel Singer Betty Bayo Dies From Leukaemia; Body Moved to Mortuary - November 2025

Gospel singer Betty Bayo, whose real name was Beatrice Wairimu Mbugua, passed away from acute leukaemia. One report states she died on Monday, November 10, 2025, at Kenyatta National Hospital, while another cites November 11. Following her death, her body was transferred from KNH to the Kenyatta University Referral Hospital Mortuary on Tuesday, November 11, 2025. Her daughter, Sky Victor, reportedly tried to save her mother by alerting neighbors and praying. Before her death, Bayo had dreams for her daughter's global education, which friend Sarah Mtalii pledged to fulfill. Filmmaker Director Trevor revealed he was planning to book the singer for a December event and is among the celebrities mourning her passing.

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Walimu wanagenzi wa JS walalamika kufuatia kauli kinzani kutoka kwa maafisa wa elimu
JSS teachers in Kericho demand permanent and pensionable jobs
Walimu wa sayansi Kericho wapa onyo: bila kandarasi za kudumu, hawataanza muhula mpya
Walimu wa JSS waishinikiza TSC kuwapa ajira ya kudumu
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Junior Secondary School Teachers in Kericho and Migori Demand Permanent Employment - November 2025

Junior Secondary School (JSS) teachers are urging the government to grant them permanent and pensionable employment. In Kericho County, JSS teachers are demanding the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) convert their employment terms. Science teachers in Kericho have warned they will not resume the new academic term without permanent employment contracts. Similarly, contract teachers in Migori County are urging the government for permanent jobs as their contracts expire. The teachers are also expressing grievances over conflicting statements from various education officials, which has led to uncertainty about their employment.

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Hit Squad to start training after Kisumu leg
Prestigious Iten race to honour mudslide victims
Greg Snow clinches maiden Sunshine Tour title at Betika Masters
Inexperience haunts Zetech as they fall to star-studded REG
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Kenyan Sporting Events Feature Boxing Training, a Memorial Marathon, and Tournament Play - November 2025

Kenya's national boxing team, the Hit Squad, will begin official residential training for the Elite World Men Boxing Championships scheduled for December in Dubai. The training will commence after the final leg of the National Boxing League in Kisumu. Additionally, the 2025 Iten International Marathon, scheduled for November 30, will serve as a memorial race to honor the 37 victims of a recent mudslide in Elgeyo Marakwet County. In golf, Muthaiga Golf Club's Greg Snow won his maiden Sunshine Development Tour title at the Betika Masters, clinching the victory with an eagle on the 18th hole at Limuru Country Club. Meanwhile, in basketball, the Zetech University Sparks team sustained their second defeat in the 2025 Women Basketball League Africa Zone Five qualifiers, losing 86-44 to Rwandan Energy Group at Nyayo Gymnasium.

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Waathiriwa wa maporomoko ya ardhi ya Chesongoch waomba serikali iwatafutie makazi mbadala
Maji yanayoongezeka Ziwa Naivasha yamelazimisha wakazi kuhama
Rising Lake Naivasha waters displace dozens and facilities submerged
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Residents Displaced by Rising Lake Naivasha Waters and Chesongoch Landslides - November 2025

Rising water levels in Lake Naivasha have led to the displacement of numerous individuals and the submergence of various facilities. The situation has compelled residents to evacuate their homes, highlighting the profound impact of environmental changes on the local communities. In a separate incident, victims of the Chesongoch landslides are also struggling with displacement and loss. Following the natural disaster, they are appealing to the Kenyan government for alternative housing.

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business

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Kenya expects Ksh 607.2 million in royalties from a new gold discovery in Kakamega. UBA has committed 19 billion shillings to Kenya's road program. However, most state agencies fail to meet governance standards, and senators question plans to commercialize NYS. AFA has banned macadamia harvesting until February 15.

Based on 7 stories from today's coverage

entertainment

3 stories

Gospel singer Betty Bayo passed away on November 10 at KNH from acute mild leukemia. Her ex-husband Pastor Kanyari and children mourn her, while tributes pour in from friends and fans.

Based on 3 stories from today's coverage

politics

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Uhuru Kenyatta's return is shaking up Ruto-Gachagua camps ahead of 2027. Ruto will attend an ODM founders' dinner, hinting at new political alignments. The Mbeere North by-election is seen as a loyalty test for Ruto, Gachagua, and Mbarire.

Based on 3 stories from today's coverage

sports

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Nacada's proposed policy could ban alcohol sponsorship in Kenyan sports. The Iten International Marathon will honor mudslide victims. Zetech University Sparks lost to REG in basketball, while Greg Snow won the Betika Masters golf title.

Based on 5 stories from today's coverage

tech

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Zuri Health launched "Petals," an AI-powered WhatsApp companion offering private women's health support. Meanwhile, OPPO's new ColorOS 16 update allows seamless management of iPhone calls and texts from OPPO phones, bridging Android and iOS.

Based on 2 stories from today's coverage

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The government plans to shut down private children's homes by 2032, transitioning 44,000 minors to families. Additionally, the Cabinet approved a bill to end delays in county funds disbursement and waived 12.3 billion shillings in land loan interest for low-income settlers in 26 counties. The Public Finance Management (Amendment) Bill, 2025 aims to split the County Governments Additional Allocations Bill to expedite funding releases. The Education CS clarified that 1.1 billion shillings withheld from schools was for verification, not payments to "ghost schools." Amidst new NYOTA programme scam warnings, the government plans a new state corporation under NYS for commercialisation. President Ruto will deliver the State of the Nation Address next week. New guidelines to combat antibiotic resistance were launched in Nairobi. Cancer patients are seeking government intervention over high costs and delays under the new SHA. The Cabinet also approved public land for a new wildlife migration route near Nairobi National Park.

Based on 10 stories from today's coverage
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