The champions of the inaugural Talanta Hela Under-19 tournament have been rewarded with cash prizes, bringing smiles to their faces. The tournament, which commenced at the grassroots level across all 47 counties, culminated in the national finals held in Nairobi in December last year, with 16 teams—eight from each gender—qualifying …
Read More »Magical Kenya Ladies Open Winner to Pocket Ksh7.9 Million
The champion of this year’s Magical Kenya Ladies Open, hosted at the Par-73 PGA Baobab Course at Vipingo Ridge in Kilifi, will walk away with Ksh 7.9 million (€45,000) from the total prize pool of Ksh 52.5 million (€300,000). In addition to the monetary prize, the winner will also receive …
Read More »Man arrested for Opening Plane Door
By: CNN A Canadian man was apprehended in the northern Thai city of Chiang Mai after allegedly tampering with a commercial plane by opening one of its doors, triggering the evacuation slide just before takeoff. According to a statement released by Chiang Mai International Airport, the incident occurred on the …
Read More »Man Sentenced to Life for Sexual Assault on 11-Year-Old in Homa Bay
A 54-year-old man has been sentenced to life in prison for sexually assaulting an 11-year-old child in Homa Bay. Samuel Odie was convicted by the Ndhiwa Law Courts Resident Magistrate Murangasia for the crime, which occurred in August 2020 at Luanda village. The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions …
Read More »Kitui: Governor Malombe Launches Pro-Poor Fees Support Scheme
By: Nicholas Wambua Kitui County on Friday marked a significant mileston in its commitment to ensuring equitable access to education for all, regardless of socioeconomic background. Governor Malombe’s initiative to launch the sh. 86.4 million Pro Poor Fees Support Scheme demonstrates a significant commitment to addressing educational disparities in Kitui …
Read More »Local Business Owners in Kitui County Reassured of Current Locations
By: Nicholas Wambua In a recent development concerning the ongoing infrastructure improvements along Kitui County Assembly Road, local business owners have received reassurances that they will not be displaced from their current locations. This announcement comes amid concerns over potential disruptions to business operations in the area. According to Fredrick …
Read More »Kitui: Lynn Kitwan, County Chief Officer Addresses Residents on World Cancer Day
By: Nicholas Wambua Summary Lynn Kitwan, the Kitui County Chief Officer responsible for public health and sanitation, delivered a poignant address to Kitui residents on the 5th of February, commemorating World Cancer Day. The event served as a testament to the county’s commitment to raising awareness about a cause that …
Read More »‘Huyu Mzee ni very mannerless’ Sonko Condemns Divisive Remarks Against Kitui County Women Rep
By: Nicholas Wambua In a recent development, Mike Mbuvi Sonko has taken a firm stance against the divisive remarks made by Sammy Muisyo during his address to the residents of Mulango Ward in Kitui Central, Kitui County. Sonko, a prominent figure in Kenyan politics, expressed his disappointment at the lack …
Read More »Autopsy Reveals Kilungu Boys Student’s Cause of Death
The cause of death for Emmanuel Kirimi Kaimenyi, a Form one student who tragically passed away just ten days after being admitted to Kilungu Boys School, has been revealed as an infection, according to an official statement from the school. Kennedy Malinda, the Chairman of the Kilungu Boys School’s Board …
Read More »UDA Suffers Setback as Hundreds Join ODM in Meru
Hundreds of United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party members in Meru have switched allegiance to the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party following President William Ruto’s recent visit to the county. During an ODM recruitment drive led by party leader Raila Odinga in Zablon Mathenge, Meru county on Saturday, February 3, 2024, …
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