Kisii County Senator Richard Onyonka has demanded the unconditional release of all individuals allegedly abducted in recent weeks, urging the government to act within 12 hours. Onyonka, speaking out against the rising cases of abductions, warned that Kenyans of goodwill are entitled to protest under Article 37 of the 2010 …
Read More »Azerbaijan Plane With 67 Passengers Crashes
An Azerbaijan Airlines passenger jet flying from the capital Baku to Grozny in Russia crashed on Wednesday in western Kazakhstan, the Kazakh transport ministry said on Wednesday. The plane had 67 Passengers, authorities say. More to follow…
Read More »LIST: Gov’t Identifies Nationwide Traffic Black Spots in Central, Coast, Nairobi, Nyanza, and Rift Valley
The Ministry of Interior and National Administration has announced a series of designated black spots across the country, pinpointing road sections that have seen a high rate of traffic accidents. In a statement released earlier this week, the ministry urged motorists to exercise extreme caution when navigating these areas to …
Read More »Ruto Ally Accusses Him of Marginalizing Meru Community
Former Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi has voiced strong criticism of President William Ruto’s administration, accusing it of sidelining the Meru community in key political appointments and decision-making processes. Linturi, who was among those dismissed following the GenZ protests in June, expressed frustration over the perceived disregard for the community’s …
Read More »Seven Killed in Highway Collision After Trailer Loses Control
Seven people on Monday lost their lives and several others have been injured in a tragic multi-vehicle crash on the Narok-Suswa highway in Narok County. The accident occurred at Matauro, Duka Moja, when a trailer heading from Narok to Mai Mahiu experienced a tire burst, causing the driver to lose …
Read More »LSK Demands Immediate Release of Abducted Bloggers
The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has demanded the immediate release of two individuals who were reportedly abducted on Saturday by individuals believed to be police officers. In a statement issued on Monday, LSK President Faith Odhiambo said, “We have received distress calls regarding the abduction of two Kenyans by …
Read More »Wandayi to KPLC Staff: Improve Service or Resign
Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has issued a stern warning to Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) employees, urging them to improve their performance or leave the company. Wandayi expressed his frustration with the ongoing suffering of Kenyans caused by inefficiency among certain KPLC staff members. “There is no reason …
Read More »Uganda’s Kizza Besigye to Spend Christmas in Prison Without Family Visit
The wife of detained Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye has criticized the ban on prisoner visits during Christmas as “cruel and inhumane.” Besigye, 68, faces charges in a military court for possessing firearms and attempting to purchase weapons abroad, which he denies. His trial has been postponed until next month. …
Read More »Governor Malombe Awards Top-Performing Ministries
Kitui Governor Julius Malombe has urged county employees to dedicate themselves to meeting the needs of local residents. Speaking at the Ithookwe Show Ground during the County’s performance contract event, the Governor emphasized that the performance report highlighted both areas of excellence and those in need of improvement. The report …
Read More »State Releases 7.2 Million Bags of Fertilizer for Long Rains Season
The Kenyan government has launched the distribution of 7.2 million bags of subsidized fertilizer in preparation for the 2025 long rains season, which begins at different times across the country. The move is part of the government’s ongoing effort to support farmers and ensure food security during the critical planting …
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