Homeways Supermarket in Witeithie, Thika, has come under scrutiny after an anonymous employee alleged that staff are being subjected to harsh and exploitative working conditions. The complaint, shared with blogger Cyprian Nyakundi, paints a grim picture of what workers claim is “modern-day slavery.” The whistleblower requested anonymity, citing fear of …

The Government of Tanzania has issued its first public reaction to CNN’s investigative documentary highlighting widespread unrest after the October 29 presidential election. In a brief statement released on November 21, the government said it is currently “reviewing and verifying” the findings presented in the CNN exposé, which documented deadly …

On November 20, Meta notified Kenyan digital creators that starting January 1, 2026, it will begin deducting a 5% withholding tax from all payouts. The adjustment follows Kenyan tax laws requiring companies to withhold and remit taxes to the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) for payments made to creators based in …

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has endorsed Democratic Action Party–Kenya (DAP-K) candidate Seth Panyako ahead of the Malava by-election, delivering his message through a spirited phone call that energised supporters at a local rally. Gachagua, now a prominent figure in the growing united opposition movement, urged Malava residents to turn …

Mount Kenya University has unveiled a cutting-edge Robotics, AI, and Immersive Technologies Lab, alongside the introduction of the Walker E Educational Humanoid Robot. According to the Thika-based institution, the facility—believed to be the first of its kind in the region—will revolutionise hands-on training in fast-growing fields such as Artificial Intelligence, …

A CNN investigation has uncovered evidence of deadly violence that broke out during protests after Tanzania’s presidential election. CNN analysed geolocated videos, audio clips, satellite images, and witness statements, showing widespread unrest after President Samia Suluhu Hassan was declared the winner with 98% of the vote on October 29. The …

Detectives are probing the death of a 39-year-old man who collapsed shortly after leaving a gym in Eastleigh, Nairobi. Police said Ali Abdile Mohamed had just finished his workout on Saturday morning when he suddenly collapsed outside a nearby mall as he prepared to board a vehicle home. He was …

DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua on Sunday led a strong opposition team in campaigning for their candidate in Mbeere North, alleging that the government is using intimidation tactics and cash handouts to influence the upcoming by-election. Speaking during a church service in Kanyuambora, Gachagua claimed that state-backed violence has been directed …

Mohamed Salah is set to play for Egypt at the Africa Cup of Nations in December and January, while Liverpool are still being linked with a move for Bournemouth striker Antoine Semenyo, 25, whose country Ghana failed to qualify. (Liverpool Echo) Liverpool are also planning to submit a bid to …

The World Bank has announced that it is using blockchain technology to guarantee that money allocated under the National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (NYOTA) Project reaches the intended youth beneficiaries, boosting transparency and accountability. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel In a letter dated November 13, 2025, addressed to …