Elijah Maingi

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

Babu Owino Accuses Sakaja of Partying in South Africa Amid Embakasi Tragedy

During an ODM rally in Kamukunji on Sunday, Embakasi East MP Babu Owino criticized Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja for his absence during a gas explosion tragedy in Embakasi that claimed three lives and injured over 200 people. Babu alleged that while the residents of Nairobi suffered, Sakaja was enjoying birthday …

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Mwingi: Police Officer Passes Away While Visiting Fiancé

A policewoman who tragically lost her life while visiting her fiancé in Kitui County has reportedly succumbed to natural causes, the specifics of which are currently under investigation, according to Ezekiel Kiche, the Tseikuru subcounty police commander. Kiche mentioned on Sunday that further details regarding the nature of the policewoman’s …

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Celebrated Kenyan Actor Charles Ouda, Known as ‘Charlie,’ Passes Away at 38

The family of esteemed Kenyan actor Charles Ouda, affectionately referred to as ‘Charlie,’ has announced his demise at the age of 38. His family, in conjunction with his fiancée, former BBC journalist Ciru Muriuki, has released a statement requesting privacy during their time of mourning. Reports indicate that Charlie, cherished …

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Wetangula Urges Ruto to Ignore Critics and Proceed with Housing Plans

Moses Wetangula, the Speaker of the National Assembly, has advised President Ruto to persist with his affordable housing plans despite criticism. Speaking in Kakamega, Wetangula urged Ruto to press on, citing the necessity of tough decisions in the development journey, akin to those made by developed nations. Wetangula dismissed objections …

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Namibian President Geingob Dies at 82

Namibia’s President Hage Geingob, aged 82, passed away in the early hours of Sunday in a hospital, according to an announcement from the presidency. This comes a few weeks after he received a cancer diagnosis. The statement on social media did not specify the exact cause of death, but earlier, …

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KeNHA Reveals Sh394 Billion Road Development Plan

The government has unveiled a plan to allocate Sh394 billion over the next five years for the construction, repair, and enhancement of major highways, despite facing budget constraints that have led to reductions in overall road funding in recent budget allocations. In its five-year strategic plan, the Kenya National Highways …

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Raila: Ruto-Koome Meeting Outcome Misrepresented

Raila Odinga asserts that the true purpose of the January 22 meeting between President William Ruto and Chief Justice Martha Koome was misrepresented to the public. During a press conference, Raila stated that the meeting did not aim to resolve disputes between the Executive and the Judiciary as initially claimed. …

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Chief Justice Koome Declares 11 Vacancies in Court of Appeal

Chief Justice Martha Koome has announced the availability of 11 positions for judges at the Court of Appeal. According to a Gazette Notice dated January 30, 2024, the appointments will adhere to the provisions outlined in Article 166(1)(b), (2), and (4) of the Constitution, as well as Section 30, Part …

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Concern Mounts Over Hyena Menace in Witeithie and Juja

Efforts to eradicate hyenas from the Witeithie and Juja areas are in full swing, with stakeholders forming a task force to close and fence off abandoned quarries, which serve as hiding spots for the animals. The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) is concurrently relocating the hyenas to the nearby Ol Donyo …

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Embu Businessman Transforms Boda Boda Shed with High-Tech Amenities

Embu businessman Kenjava Mwaniki, also known as ‘Wakagoto’, made a significant impact in Embu town by providing advanced amenities to the boda boda riders and shoe-shiners in the area. This gesture caused quite a stir, with the entire town buzzing with excitement as he unveiled a fully upgraded shed for …

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