A fire incident occurred in Kariobangi, Nairobi, resulting in seven individuals sustaining injuries. The fire originated from a fuel station and extended to nearby structures, causing damage to property of undetermined value before being brought under control. Fire extinguishers on a fuel lorry at the newly opened station were used …
Read More »Mulamwah Sues Baby Mama Sonie Over Child Custody
Kenyan comedian and digital content creator Kendrick Mulamwah has taken legal action against his former partner, Caroline Muthoni, concerning their daughter’s custody. A notice issued by the MNO Advocates highlights Mulamwah’s concerns regarding Caroline’s alleged interference with his relationship with their daughter, Keilah Oyando. “Since the birth of the child …
Read More »Sakaja Issues Directive to Close Gas Plants Operating in Residential Areas
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has instructed the closure of all gas plants situated near residential zones. During a visit to affected families of the Embakasi gas explosion in the Embakasi area, Sakaja announced that all 17 sub-county officials have been empowered to shut down illegal businesses across the county. “I …
Read More »Thika: NYS Applicants Rejected for Tattoos, ID Mistakes
As the National Youth Service (NYS) continues its recruitment drive for 15,000 volunteer servicemen and women nationwide, many young individuals in Thika, Kiambu County attended the exercise at Thika Stadium on Tuesday. They underwent thorough screening, with close examination of their academic credentials and physical attributes. However, almost three individuals …
Read More »UoN Students, Staff to Pay for Meals Through E-Citizen
University of Nairobi students and faculty members who utilize university kitchens for meals will now need to conduct their payments through the e-Citizen platform, as per a directive from the Kenyan government. The directive mandates that all financial transactions with the institution be processed via the government’s online portal. A …
Read More »Eating Cabbage Three Times a Day Helps Men Reduce Obesity
Eating cabbage three times a day helps reduce obesity among men, scientists have found. In a study published in the BMJ Open journal, cabbage, when pickled with salt and other ingredients such as onions, helps in reducing obesity. The basis of the study is that cabbage contains minerals such as …
Read More »Raila Denies Endorsing Ruto’s Housing Initiative
Raila Odinga has rebuffed claims of endorsing President William Ruto’s affordable housing initiative, stressing that neither he nor the Azimio coalition support the programme. In a statement issued through the party’s official channels on Monday, Raila distanced himself and the entire Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition from Ruto’s housing …
Read More »MKU, Strathmore Ranked Among Top Universities in Latest Survey
Mount Kenya University (MKU) and Strathmore University have received recognition as top-ranking institutions in the latest survey. According to the recent performance assessment report by Webometrics, MKU and Strathmore University stand out as the only private higher education institutions among the top ten in the country. The University of Nairobi …
Read More »Bungei-Mradi Area Now Safe After Gas Leak Scare
Nairobi Regional Commander Adamson Bungei has assured residents of Mradi in Embakasi, Nairobi, that the area is now safe and free from any potential hazards following concerns of a possible explosion due to claims of a new gas leak. Responding promptly to the alarm, Bungei visited the site accompanied by …
Read More »Kenyans Might Enjoy Cheaper Electricity, KenGen Says.
Kenya Electricity Generating Company PLC (KenGen) has announced an increase in hydropower generation following significant water levels in the country’s main dams within the Seven Forks Cascade. The notable performance, particularly at the Masinga Dam, Kenya’s largest, maintaining nearly maximum water levels of 1,056 meters above sea level (mASL) for …
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