A 52-year-old man, identified as Anderson Suleiman Ngumbao, was trampled to death by an elephant in Ganze, Kilifi County, on September 30, 2025. According to police and the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS), the victim had been cutting logs for charcoal inside Madamani Forest, Mlima Wa Ndege area, when the animal …
Read More »Nairobi to Host Africa Climate Investment Summit ahead of COP30
Nairobi will host the Africa Climate Investment Summit (ACIS) from October 28 to 30, 2025, bringing together over 1,500 entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, corporates, and development partners to chart a unified African position on climate investment. The gathering comes just days before COP30, set to begin in November in Belém, Brazil, …
Read More »Coach Julius Kirwa Feted after Leading Kenya to 11 Medals in Tokyo
Veteran athletics coach Julius Kirwa has been celebrated for his pivotal role in guiding Kenya to a stellar performance at the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, Japan. As Head Coach, Kirwa steered Team Kenya to a total of 11 medals — seven gold, two silver, and two bronze — …
Read More »Lightning Strike Kills Woman in Trans Nzoia
A 66-year-old woman, Beatrice Kunikina, died instantly after being struck by lightning in Ndege Village, Kwanza Sub-County, Trans Nzoia, on October 1, 2025. Police said the tragedy happened while she was in her kitchen preparing supper during a heavy downpour. Her body was later moved to Kijana Wamalwa Referral Hospital …
Read More »Four Miners die After gold Mine Collapse in West Pokot
Four people lost their lives on Thursday, October 2, after a gold mining shaft collapsed in Kambi Karai, West Pokot County. Police identified the victims as Silas Losenya, 22, Jacob Tsangana, 30, Morio Akotopuo, 35, and 14-year-old Lopoghon Lopakar. Witnesses said the victims were buried alive when the mine caved …
Read More »Tragic Incident as Man Cuts Off Genitals in Makueni
A 29-year-old man from Chyandulu Village in Muuni sub-location, Nguumo location, is recovering at Makindu Sub-County Hospital after allegedly severing his private parts with a sharp object. The incident occurred on October 1, 2025, and was reported by his 70-year-old father and 34-year-old brother, who rushed him to hospital for …
Read More »Wakarura Nyutu Set to Launch New Book
Inooro TV’s Wakarura Nyutu has announced the upcoming launch of her new book titled Effective Prayer Life. The event is scheduled for Friday, November 7, at Glee Hotel from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Sharing her excitement, Nyutu described the book as a heartfelt reflection of her journey with God …
Read More »Aladwa Declares 2027 Nairobi Governor Bid on ODM Ticket
Makadara Member of Parliament George Aladwa has officially announced his intention to contest the Nairobi governorship in the 2027 General Election on the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) ticket. Speaking to the press on Thursday, October 2, 2025, Aladwa said ODM will be the party to beat in Nairobi’s gubernatorial race …
Read More »Kagwe Defends 4% Sugar Levy, Says It Will Boost Sector Growth and Research
Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe has defended the decision requiring sugar millers and importers to pay a 4 percent sugar development levy. Speaking before the Senate Committee on Delegated Legislation on Thursday, Kagwe explained that the levy is meant to support the growth of the sugar industry, facilitate a shift …
Read More »High Court Blocks KWS From Raising Park Entry Charges
The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has been dealt a blow after the Milimani High Court temporarily blocked the rollout of revised park entry charges until November 25, 2025, when the matter will be mentioned. In his ruling, Justice J. Chigiti granted three prayers in an application filed on September 30 …
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