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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
