Kanze Dena, the spokesperson, has highlighted instances of intimidation and late-night calls directed towards the staff at the office of Former President Uhuru Kenyatta. She described the withdrawal of staff and intimidating phone calls happening at midnight as unprofessional. Additionally, during a press briefing, Kanze mentioned that the government declined …
Read More »President Ruto Signs Revenue and Appropriation Bills
President Ruto gave his approval to both the Division of Revenue Bill, 2024 and the Supplementary Appropriation Bill, 2024 on Monday. These bills, passed by both the National Assembly and the Senate, facilitate the distribution of revenue between the national and county governments and authorize the disbursement of Kshs.102 billion …
Read More »Tough Times: NMG To Layoff Employees
As Kenya’s media sector grapples with enduring financial challenges, Nation Media Group (NMG) is poised to initiate another round of staff layoffs, signaling ongoing turbulence within the industry. Sources within the prominent media conglomerate, headquartered on Kimathi Street, disclosed that senior management convened an online session with employees on the …
Read More »Man Who Assaulted a Police Officer Jailed For 7 Years
24-year-old Tyson Kasesi received a seven-year prison sentence for assaulting a police officer in Kakamega. Kasesi, who initially refused to plead guilty, eventually admitted to all charges. The prosecution emphasized the need for the minimum sentence as a deterrent. The magistrate, considering the prevalence of such assaults, deemed a custodial …
Read More »‘Police Wanted 10K Bribe’ Ian Njoroge’s Mother Speaks
Ruth Nyambura Mbagara, the mother of the 19-year-old teenager depicted in a widely circulated video engaging in physical altercation with a traffic police officer, has publicly addressed the incident, shedding light on her son’s arrest and expressing regret for his actions while also offering a defense. Ms. Mbagara recounted that …
Read More »Kenya Power Completes System Upgrade, Customers Can Now Buy Electricity
Kenya Power has completed the scheduled upgrade of its prepaid token vending system, allowing prepaid customers to purchase electricity tokens. The upgrade, finished on Monday at 10 pm, enables customers to buy tokens through various payment channels such as M-PESA Paybill number 888880, Airtel Money, and banking channels. The company …
Read More »[Photo] Ian Njoroge in Court
Driver Ian Njoroge, captured in a viral video assaulting a police officer on Kamiti Road, made a court appearance today. Njoroge, clad in a red hoodie and black pants, was seen in handcuffs, accompanied by a police escort. More to follow
Read More »Countdown to Euro 2024,10 Host Stadiums Revealed
Ten stadiums across Germany have been chosen to host matches at Euro 2024. From past and future Champions League final venues to the homes of second division sides, here is a summary: Berlin Original name: Olympiastadion Berlin Capacity during the Euros: 71,000 Resident club: Hertha Berlin Usual capacity: 74,500 Inauguration: …
Read More »Mbappe arrival leaves Barca fearing Madrid domination
By: AFP Real Madrid wrestled the Spanish title back from Barcelona at a canter this season and, after claiming a record 15th Champions League, their signing of world football’s biggest star Kylian Mbappe rubs yet more salt in their rivals’ wounds. Los Blancos’ addition of Mbappe to an already star-studded …
Read More »Machakos: Matatu Tout Commits Suicide After Being Arrested By Kanjos
Machakos authorities have initiated inquiries into the apparent suicide of a Machakos tout who was believed to have taken his own life while in custody shortly after being apprehended by Machakos County Inspectorate officers, commonly known as Kanjos, at the Machakos bus terminus. Eyewitnesses reported that the man, of middle …
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