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3 storiesKenGen will operate Kenya's first nuclear plant. SBM Bank partnered with Mastercard for cashless payments. Kenya is also promoting culinary tourism to attract high-spending international visitors.
President Ruto is in Washington for DRC-Rwanda peace talks and discussions on Kenya-U.S. trade and health. Domestically, he has warned of potential power crises from large tech deals due to insufficient electricity and ordered an overhaul of the Anti-Narcotics Unit to triple its personnel. In Nyamira, Governor Amos Nyaribo's impeachment hearing begins this week amid claims by three MCAs that their signatures were forged. In the Senate, Boni Khalwale has been replaced as Majority Whip by David Wakoli. KICD warned against fake Grade 10 curriculum designs. Paul Muite urged LSK action over the government's failure to pay over 15 billion Kenyan Shillings in compensation awards. The government plans to gazette 1.8 million acres at Galana Kulalu as a Special Economic Zone.
The UDA party has ousted Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale as the Senate Majority Whip, a decision confirmed by Senate Speaker Amason Kingi. He was immediately replaced by Bungoma Senator David Wakoli Wafula. Khalwale was one of several politicians facing removal from parliamentary positions due to alleged disloyalty to their parties. This followed their campaigning for opposition candidates in recent by-elections. Separately, the High Court ordered the reinstatement of the security details for both Senator Khalwale and Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya. Their security had been controversially withdrawn, prompting a legal challenge that alleged the move was unconstitutional and politically motivated.
Nairobi has been ranked the third most attractive city in Africa in the Jeune Afrique 2025 African Cities Attractiveness Index, cementing its position as a regional tech and investment hub. Supporting this, a recent High Court decision in the Bruton Gold case reaffirmed that foreign companies do not need local registration to pursue legal claims, a move that reduces uncertainty for international businesses. The Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) is also leveraging new technology to boost foreign investment, with Absa Securities Kenya executing the first sponsored access trades. This new model allows foreign investors to directly access the NSE’s trading engine for faster execution. Additionally, Viktoria Ventures has been awarded "Angel Network of the Year 2025" at the Africa Early-Stage Investor Summit for strengthening early-stage financing across Africa.
Wise has received its first African regulatory approval from the South African Reserve Bank, permitting it to offer international money transfer services to customers in South Africa. In Kenya, iColo has appointed Wanja Muriithi as its new General Manager to accelerate business growth and strengthen Digital Realty's presence across East Africa. Also in Kenya, the Kenya School of TVET (KSTVET), in partnership with Huawei Technologies Kenya, completed a program that equipped 65 TVET lecturers with advanced Artificial Intelligence and ICT skills. Meanwhile, Westcon-Comstor Southern Africa has been awarded RUCKUS Platinum Distributor Status, recognizing its excellence in revenue performance and partner enablement for RUCKUS Networks' solutions.
KenGen will operate Kenya's first nuclear plant. SBM Bank partnered with Mastercard for cashless payments. Kenya is also promoting culinary tourism to attract high-spending international visitors.
Nairobi County faces a sharp rise in HIV infections while new CCTV footage clears Daystar students in a fatal fall. Pastor Kanyari mourns ex-wife Betty Bayo; her widower Tash appears publicly. Bahati's biological mother surfaces, and Saumu Mbuvi shuns marriage.
Only 2 women are among the 181 contenders in ongoing by-elections, prompting calls for electoral reforms. Chaotic voter bribery claims were reported in Mbeere North. Results for various constituencies are being updated.
Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro claims the Talanta Stadium project will cost taxpayers 145 billion shillings. Meanwhile, Kisumu and Migori counties are fighting GBV in sports. Kenyan athlete James Mwanza Musembi won Deaflympics gold. Kenya Police are set to win the National Boxing League, while Nairobi City Thunder compete in the BAL. The Kenya Cup kicks off, and Nairobi hosts a major boxing night.
President Ruto is in Washington for a DRC-Rwanda peace deal and Kenya-U.S. talks on trade and health. Domestically, he warns that big tech deals could cause power crises, citing insufficient electricity, and has ordered an overhaul of the Anti-Narcotics Unit to triple its personnel nationally. Meanwhile, Nyamira Governor Amos Nyaribo's impeachment hearing begins this week, with three MCAs claiming their signatures were forged. In the Senate, Boni Khalwale has been replaced as Majority Whip by David Wakoli. KICD has warned against fake Grade 10 curriculum designs. Paul Muite has called for LSK action over the government's failure to pay over 15 billion Kenyan Shillings in compensation awards. In agriculture, the government plans to gazette 1.8 million acres at Galana Kulalu as a Special Economic Zone.
The Kenyan Senate is set to convene on Wednesday to address the impeachment charges against Nyamira Governor Amos Nyaribo. To accommodate the hearing, the Senate has altered its calendar for morning and extended afternoon sittings. Governor Nyaribo faces charges that include gross misconduct and abuse of office, and he has unveiled a seven-member legal team for his defense. The impeachment proceedings have been complicated by a new development, as three Members of the Nyamira County Assembly filed a forgery complaint. These MCAs deny participating in the impeachment vote and have accused the assembly of forging their signatures.
Kenya has selected Kenya Electricity Generating Company (KenGen) to operate its first nuclear power plant, a pivotal step towards adding up to 10 gigawatts of new electricity capacity for industrial growth. In a separate energy sector development, Kenya Power has digitized its electricity connection application process, requiring all new applications to be submitted exclusively through its online platform to improve efficiency. In agriculture, the government is transforming the Galana Kulalu area into Kenya's first Agricultural Special Economic Zone (SEZ). The transformation was announced by Agriculture and Livestock Development Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe. This new SEZ is designed to boost large-scale farming and food security by attracting global agribusiness investors.
President William Ruto addressed Chiefs, explaining the reasons behind his stringent economic measures. He declared that his administration's difficult decisions have propelled Kenya to become the sixth-largest economy in Africa. The President has once again stated that the Bottom-Up Economic Model is a strategic approach, not merely a campaign slogan. As part of his economic outlook, President Ruto announced that Kenya aims to become a net exporter of sugar within the next three years.
Saumu Mbuvi has publicly stated her strong aversion to marriage following a recent assault case involving her sister Salma and father, former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko. In a separate event, a woman has publicly claimed to be the biological mother of musician Kevin Bahati, contradicting his long-held narrative that his mother died when he was young. Meanwhile, Betty Bayo’s widower, Hiram Gitau, also known as Tash, made his first public appearance on Sunday, November 30, 2025, to address online scrutiny regarding the custody of his wife's children. Additionally, self-proclaimed Kenyan Prince and online forex trader, Raymond Omosa, publicly declared his net worth as $2.7 million (approximately KSh349,515,000) during a social media session.
President William Ruto has ordered a crackdown on leaders hiring goons following clashes in Kariobangi. He issued a stern warning against gangs used by politicians to cause chaos at political rallies. The President has directed security officials and the IG to deal with them decisively. In a direct order, President Ruto also instructed the police to apprehend individuals causing trouble. This directive signals a focus on maintaining law and order.
Liverpool manager Arne Slot revealed that Mohamed Salah was unhappy after being benched for the team's 2-0 victory against West Ham, a decision which followed 9 defeats in 12 games. In another English Premier League match, Arsenal managed a 1-1 draw against title rivals Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, with manager Mikel Arteta praising his team's resilience. In other news involving a Premier League player, Cameroon dropped Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco. This decision, along with the firing of coach Marc Brys, follows the team's failure to qualify for the 2026 World Cup.
Kenya's para swimmers participated in national trials at the Kasarani Aquatic Centre, which marked the country's return to international para swimming after a nine-year hiatus. These trials are a step towards selecting athletes for the 2026 Commonwealth Games. In other local sports, Melody Ushuhuda of Nyanza Golf Club and Lincoln Wekesa of Kenya Air Force were crowned overall champions at the Rumo Junior Golf Championship in Kisumu. The event was held at the Nyanza Golf Club on Saturday. Additionally, Donholm Mixed and Uhuru Goldies won the inaugural Nairobi Open Walking Football tournament.
