Elijah Maingi

Elijah Maingi is a trained Journalist with an extensive expertise in newspaper reporting, freelance and feature writing, sub-editing among others.

WhatsApp Web Down Worldwide, Meta Yet to Issue Statement

WhatsApp users globally are experiencing disruptions, with numerous reports of issues accessing the messaging platform’s web version. The outage, which impacted both personal and business accounts, prevented users from connecting or sending messages through WhatsApp Web, leading to widespread frustration and complaints on social media. Meta, WhatsApp’s parent company, has …

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Kenya Met Warns of Intense Rainfall Over the Next Few Days

The Kenya Meteorological Department has forecasted that moderate to heavy rainfall will persist across various parts of the country. The department has advised the public to remain vigilant, as certain areas could experience intense rainfall, with amounts exceeding 50mm within 24 hours. The weather forecast for Monday, November 25, to …

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ODM Grassroots Elections Set for Wednesday

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) grassroots elections are scheduled to take place this Wednesday at polling stations across all 47 counties. In a press statement, Emily Awita, the chairperson of the ODM National Elections Coordinating Committee (NECC), confirmed that preparations are complete and measures are in place to ensure the …

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140 Women Killed Daily Worldwide, UN Report Finds

A new United Nations report reveals that at least 140 women and girls are murdered every day worldwide, typically by someone they know, such as a partner or a close relative. The report, released on Monday, highlights that a woman or girl is killed every 10 minutes. The data also …

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Gachagua Hints at New Political Alliance Ahead of 2027 Elections

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has hinted at plans to create a new political alliance ahead of Kenya’s 2027 General Election. During a speech in Murang’a on Sunday, Gachagua shared that he is in ongoing discussions with religious leaders and political allies who share his views, with a formal announcement …

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Man Who Stabbed and Injured Nakuru Woman Surrenders to Police

Elias Njau, a man wanted in connection with the attempted murder of his girlfriend turned himself in to the Nakuru police station on Monday morning. The suspect is believed to have attacked his girlfriend during a domestic dispute at their home in Kiamunyi on November 22, stabbing her with a …

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Matinyani:Man Found Murdered, Body Put in a Drum Full of Water

A 46-year-old Patrick Mutua Wambua was found dead following a suspected murder in Matinyani, Kitui County. With the head on top of the lid, his body was discovered compressed and immersed in a 250-liter plastic drum filled with water. The neck beneath the chin was where the body had been …

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MCSK CEO Mutua Denies Suspension Claims

Ezekiel Mutua, the CEO of the Music Copyright Society of Kenya (MCSK), has refuted rumors claiming he has been suspended from his position. In an interview with The Star on Monday, Mutua urged the public to be cautious about the notice circulating on social media, calling it false. He stated …

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Kenya Railways Suspends Limuru-Nairobi CBD Train Service

Kenya Railways has announced the temporary suspension of the train service on the Limuru-Nairobi CBD route, which passes through Kikuyu Station, for Monday morning. The suspension is due to unforeseen circumstances, according to KR. “We apologize for any inconvenience caused and will provide updates on the resumption of services later …

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Makueni Targets 2.5 Metric Tonnes in Coffee Output

Makueni Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. has unveiled a plan to increase the county’s coffee production to 2.5 metric tonnes within the next two years. The initiative, launched in collaboration with local farmers, aims to strengthen Makueni’s coffee industry and improve the livelihoods of farmers.   “We had agreed with farmers …

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