More than 50 people have lost their lives and over 100 others injured in road accidents reported across the country during the Easter weekend, with authorities warning that the figures could rise further. The tally does not yet include all incidents from Sunday and Easter Monday, making it too early …
Read More »Majembe Wins Sh1 Million, Car, Bike, After Defeating Mbavu Destroyer
Portifas Odipo, popularly known as Majembe, emerged victorious in the Vurugu Championship, taking home a collection of prizes following his much-anticipated fight against Ferdinand Omondi, also known as Mbavu Destroyer, at Kasarani Indoor Arena on Saturday, April 4. Along with the official championship belt, Majembe received KSh 1,000,000 in cash …
Read More »‘Our Leaders Have Disappointed Us’ — Muheria
Archbishop Anthony Muheria of the Nyeri Archdiocese has called on Kenyans to stay hopeful and make wise leadership choices, stressing that the nation’s challenges can still be overcome. In his Easter Sunday message, he said the resurrection of Jesus is a powerful reminder that hope persists even in the toughest …
Read More »Joseph Oketch Takes Over as EPRA Acting Boss
The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has appointed Joseph Oketch as Acting Director General following the resignation and arrest of Daniel Kiptoo, who is under investigation for allegedly creating an artificial fuel shortage. Kiptoo stepped down amid claims that national fuel stock data was manipulated, leading to a false …
Read More »KNUT Threatens to Dump SHA Scheme
The Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) has threatened to withdraw from the Social Health Authority (SHA) medical scheme, citing difficulties teachers are facing in accessing healthcare services. Union officials, speaking during celebrations of Aggrey Namisi’s re-election as KNUT national deputy chairperson, said they are reviewing their participation in the …
Read More »Mudavadi: Ruto Must Win Big in 2027
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has expressed confidence in President William Ruto’s 2027 re-election, saying the focus is on delivering a landslide victory with a wider margin. He noted that the campaign team is working to boost voter turnout and ensure Ruto secures an overwhelming win against his rivals. Mudavadi …
Read More »Let’s End Wars, Pope Leo XIV Easter Message to World Leaders
Brothers and sisters,Christ is risen! Happy Easter! For centuries, the Church has joyfully sung of the event that is the origin and foundation of her faith: “Yes, Christ my hope is arisen / Christ indeed from death is risen / Have mercy, victor King, ever reigning” (Easter Sequence). Easter is …
Read More »Gachagua Targets Ruto Allies in Explosive Feud
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has intensified his attacks on President William Ruto’s allies in Cabinet, widening his political offensive. The latest target is Health CS Aden Duale, a close ally of the President. Gachagua has accused Duale of mismanaging the Social Health Authority and being linked to alleged irregularities, …
Read More »Cut VAT to 8% or Face Pain, Amisi Says
Saboti MP Caleb Amisi has urged the government to lower VAT on fuel from 16 per cent to 8 per cent to ease the burden on Kenyans amid rising costs. He warned that the country is likely to face a fuel crisis fueled by global geopolitical tensions, particularly the Iran–U.S. …
Read More »MP Drops Bombshell on Orengo Impeachment Plan
Alego/Usonga MP Samuel Atandi has urged Siaya MCAs to shelve any plans to impeach Governor James Orengo, arguing that such a move would be unnecessary with the next general elections fast approaching. Speaking at his rural home in South East Alego, Atandi said voters should instead be given the opportunity …
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