Former Treasury CS Henry Rotich organized a gratitude gathering at his parent’s residence to mark his exoneration from the legal charges in the Arror and Kimwarer Dams case. Rotich, visibly emotional, expressed his forgiveness toward those responsible for what he described as “politically instigated charges.” “I have forgiven them because …
Read More »Kenyans Face Increased Expressway Toll Fees As Government Adjusts Rates
Motorists using the Nairobi Expressway will experience a rise in toll fees, as the government has revised the rates, according to a Special Gazette notice issued on December 19, 2023, by Transport CS Kipchumba Murkomen. In exercising the powers conferred by section 4B(3) of the Public Roads Tolls Act, the …
Read More »DP Gachagua Calls For Kenyan’s Patience In 2024 Amid Economic Challenges
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has appealed to Kenyans to exercise patience as the government works towards addressing the economic difficulties confronting the nation. Speaking in Nakuru on New Year’s Eve, the DP acknowledged the tough conditions experienced by Kenyans in the past year but assured them that the coming year …
Read More »Two Arrested In Connection With The Murder Of Athlete Benjamin Kiplagat
Authorities in Eldoret have apprehended two individuals suspected to be involved in the murder of Benjamin Kiplagat, a Ugandan athlete born in Kenya. The lifeless body of the athlete was discovered in his car on Sunday morning in Kimumu estate on the outskirts of Eldoret town. Moiben Sub-county Police Commander, …
Read More »TODAY’S EUROPEAN FOOTBALL TRANSFER UPDATES
Manchester City has reached an agreement to sign Claudio Echeverri, the 17-year-old Argentina Under-17 midfielder from River Plate. The six-year contract stipulates that Echeverri will stay with the South American club until December 2024. (Source: Fabrizio Romano) Manchester United has opted not to extend Raphael Varane’s contract by an additional …
Read More »Fire Erupts At Old Mutual Towers During New Year’s Celebration
A fire that broke out during the New Year celebrations at Nairobi’s Old Mutual Towers has been successfully extinguished. According to reports, the blaze was sparked by a New Year fireworks display at the iconic skyline on Sunday night. Images and videos circulated on various social media platforms depicted thick …
Read More »DR Congo: Opposition Presidential Candidates Reject Tshisekedi’s Election Win
In the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), a coalition of key opposition candidates in the presidential elections has rejected the results that declared incumbent Felix Tshisekedi as the winner. According to the electoral commission CENI, President Tshisekedi secured approximately 73% of the vote, while his closest rival, Moise Katumbi, received …
Read More »Western Kenya Leaders Call On Ruto To Alleviate Soaring Cost of Living
A group of political figures from Western Kenya has implored President William Ruto to address the escalating cost of living. Led by Eugene Wamalwa, the leader of the DAP-Kenya party, these leaders emphasized the strain placed on Kenyan households due to numerous taxes. Wamalwa pointed out that the National Dialogue …
Read More »Nairobi: Two Apprehended In Crackdown On Fake Mathematical Tables
Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigation (DCI) apprehended two individuals on Friday for illicitly producing counterfeit four-figure mathematical table covers in Nairobi. This action is part of the ongoing efforts to combat the spread of fraudulent publications in the country. The arrested individuals, Christopher Muthini Musyoki and Eugine Asunda, …
Read More »President Ruto Condemns Opposition In New Year’s Message
In his New Year’s message, President William Ruto criticized the opposition, alleging that they are undermining the government’s agenda. President Ruto, while emphasizing his accomplishments, pointed out various policies, programs, and strategic measures designed to advance the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda. The President acknowledged the importance of questioning policies and …
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