Elijah Maingi

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

IG Kanja Meets NARPOK Trustees to Discuss Retired Officers’ Welfare

On Wednesday, Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja met with the Board of Trustees of the National Association of Retired Police Officers in Kenya (NARPOK) at his Jogoo House office. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The National Police Service (NPS) shared in a statement that the meeting, led …

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Ukambani-Born Banker Found Dead in her London Apartment

UK authorities are investigating the death of a Kenyan woman whose body was discovered in her London flat on Friday afternoon, showing signs of a fatal head injury. The Metropolitan Police have not yet made any arrests but suspect that the person responsible for Marianne Kilonzi’s death was someone she …

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Gachagua Holds Political Meetings at Wamunyoro Home with Nakuru MCAs

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has continued holding political meetings at his Wamunyoro home in Nyeri County, with his latest session involving MCAs from Nakuru County. Gachagua explained that these meetings are part of his ongoing effort to engage with the public, emphasizing that the people are the ultimate holders …

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Tanzania Confirms Marburg Virus Case in Kagera Region

Tanzania has reported a case of Marburg virus disease in the northwestern region of Kagera, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). The confirmed case followed investigations and laboratory testing of suspected cases. As of January 20, 2025, 25 suspected cases have been reported, but all tested negative, as confirmed …

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Four Arrested for Slaughtering Camel in Machakos

Four individuals have been arrested for allegedly killing a camel in Athi River, Machakos County. According to Athi River Township assistant chief Martin Ngomo, the suspects were apprehended in Sofia village, near Athi River Township, hours after the incident. Ngomo explained that the suspects, consisting of three men and one …

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Makueni Minister Suspended for Claiming Menstruating Women Attract Crocodiles

The Makueni County Government has suspended Dr. Sonia Nzilani, the Executive Committee Member (ECM) for Trade, Marketing, Industry, Culture, and Tourism, for 45 days following her controversial remarks suggesting that menstruating women attract crocodiles. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel This decision was made by Makueni Governor Mutula Kilonzo …

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Gov’t Loses Sh 144.2 Million in SGR Revenue Drop

The government experienced a loss of Sh 144.2 million in revenue between August and September 2024, due to a decrease in the number of passengers using the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR). According to the latest data from the National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS), the number of SGR passengers dropped from …

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Kenya’s Power Generation Drops, Exports and Imports Rise

Kenya’s electricity generation decreased in November 2024, according to the latest figures from the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS). Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The KNBS report showed that local electricity production dropped from 1,103.5 million kWh in October to 1,067.3 million kWh, marking a 3.3 percent …

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Ruto Accuses Salasya of Misleading the Public Over SHA

President William Ruto is received by Mumias East MP Peter Salasya and other leaders in Kakamega on January 20, 2025/PCS

President William Ruto has strongly criticized politicians who oppose the government’s new health insurance scheme, which aims to achieve universal health coverage (UHC). Speaking in Mumias on Monday, Ruto particularly called out Mumias East MP Peter Salasya for allegedly misleading local residents about the program. Ruto was in Kakamega to …

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Five Killed in Migori Lorry-Motorcycle Collision

Five individuals lost their lives instantly in an accident involving a lorry and two motorcycles at Nyametembe Bridge in Migori County along the Migori-Isebania highway on Sunday night. Among the victims were two teachers. According to eyewitnesses, the lorry driver, who was speeding, lost control and collided with two motorcycles …

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