Elijah Maingi

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

Harmful Parasite Detected in Nairobi Pork Samples

A recent study conducted by scientists from the International Livestock Research Institute in collaboration with the University of Nairobi’s Department of Public Health has revealed a concerning discovery about the pork supply in Nairobi and its neighboring towns. The study indicates that unprocessed pork sourced from Kiambu County poses a …

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President Ruto Urged to Assist Widow of Late Kiptum with Employment

Gideon Kimaiyo, the Member of Parliament for Keiyo South, has appealed to President William Ruto to consider offering employment to Asenath Rotich, the widow of the deceased World Record Holder Kelvin Kiptum. Speaking during the funeral service of the late marathoner in Chepkorio, Keiyo South, on Friday, Kimaiyo emphasized the …

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Kenya Mourns the Loss of Marathon Prodigy Kiptum

Hundreds gathered alongside prominent athletes and dignitaries on Friday to bid a somber farewell to Kelvin Kiptum, Kenya’s celebrated marathon record-breaker, in the heartland of the nation’s athletics, where he was born, trained, and tragically lost his life. Kiptum, a 24-year-old father of two, was fatally injured in a late-night …

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Court Rejects DCI’s Request to Detain Gakuyo for Four Days

A Magistrates court has turned down a plea by the DCI to hold televangelist David Gakuyo for four days while further investigations are conducted into allegations of misappropriating Sh1 billion from members of his Ekeza Sacco. Magistrate Geoffrey Onsarigo of Milimani instead ruled for Gakuyo’s detention for one day, effective …

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Kiptum’s Wife Opens Up About Planned April Wedding

During the funeral service of the late Marathon World Record holder Kelvin Kiptum, his wife Asenath Rotich shared emotional details about their upcoming wedding in April. In tears, she expressed that despite their meticulous plans, she believes in God’s greater plan. “We had been arranging for our wedding, envisioning a …

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Court Suspends Suspension of Digital ID Cards

The state has received relief as the court has lifted the orders that suspended the rollout of Maisha Namba, the new digital identity cards. Justice John Chigiti has reversed the previous order issued in December, following the revelation of a similar case filed in another court division. He directed that …

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Football Transfer News Across Europe

Brazilian midfielder Casemiro, aged 31, French defender Raphael Varane, aged 30, and England center-back Harry Maguire, also aged 30, are part of a group of 11 players potentially facing departure from Manchester United in the upcoming summer transfer window, according to ESPN. Sir Jim Ratcliffe, an investor in Manchester United …

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President Ruto to Attend Kelvin Kiptum’s Burial

Kenyans and the international community will bid farewell to Kelvin Kiptum, the World Marathon record holder, on Friday as he is laid to rest in his hometown of Uasin Gishu. The funeral service, set for Friday at Chepsamo Secondary School grounds, anticipates the attendance of President William Ruto. Kiptum, who …

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Kiptum’s Body Moved From Home to Chepkorio Grounds

Kiptum’s body has been transported from his residence in Chepsamo to the Chepkorio showground, where a funeral service will be conducted. Notable figures expected to attend include President William Ruto and Sebastian Coe, the head of World Athletics. Accompanied by a convoy of family members, relatives, security personnel, and church …

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DTB Collaborates with Homa Bay County to Boost Investment Opportunities

Diamond Trust Bank (DTB) has forged a partnership with Homa Bay County as the county government prepares to host a conference later this month aimed at attracting investors. DTB is the Silver Sponsor of the Homa Bay International Investment Conference scheduled to occur from 27-29 February in Homa Bay town. …

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