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During a press conference in the southern city of Busan, South Korea’s main opposition party leader, Lee Jae-myung, was assaulted with a knife, leaving him bloodied but conscious, according to party officials. The attack occurred while Lee was touring the construction site of the Gadeokdo New Airport and addressing reporters. …

West Pokot Governor Simon Kachapin has committed to enhancing public service delivery in 2024 by actively addressing residents’ needs and concerns. During New Year celebrations, Kachapin commended the residents for choosing leaders with the expectation of dedicated service and highlighted significant advancements in sectors such as health, agriculture, roads, and …

Turkana Governor Jeremiah Lomorukai has committed to ensuring an equitable and inclusive process for awarding bursaries, addressing concerns about disadvantaged students missing out on these funds. He underscored the significance of fostering a conducive business environment and adopting a collaborative approach with stakeholders, irrespective of tribe or race. Lomorukai’s developmental …

A lion is said to have fatally attacked a man at the Shimba Hills National Park Reserve in Kwale County. According to a police report disclosed by  alocal media, the body was discovered by a senior warden during a patrol around 9 a.m. The warden stumbled upon an abandoned motorcycle …

Nyeri Catholic Archbishop Anthony Muheria has urged the government to alleviate the financial burden on Kenyan citizens by reconsidering the existing tax regime. In an interview marking the end of 2023, Muheria acknowledged the challenges faced by Kenyans, particularly with increased taxation and a high cost of living. He emphasized …

Former Treasury CS Henry Rotich organized a gratitude gathering at his parent’s residence to mark his exoneration from the legal charges in the Arror and Kimwarer Dams case. Rotich, visibly emotional, expressed his forgiveness toward those responsible for what he described as “politically instigated charges.” “I have forgiven them because …

Motorists using the Nairobi Expressway will experience a rise in toll fees, as the government has revised the rates, according to a Special Gazette notice issued on December 19, 2023, by Transport CS Kipchumba Murkomen. In exercising the powers conferred by section 4B(3) of the Public Roads Tolls Act, the …

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has appealed to Kenyans to exercise patience as the government works towards addressing the economic difficulties confronting the nation. Speaking in Nakuru on New Year’s Eve, the DP acknowledged the tough conditions experienced by Kenyans in the past year but assured them that the coming year …

Authorities in Eldoret have apprehended two individuals suspected to be involved in the murder of Benjamin Kiplagat, a Ugandan athlete born in Kenya. The lifeless body of the athlete was discovered in his car on Sunday morning in Kimumu estate on the outskirts of Eldoret town. Moiben Sub-county Police Commander, …

A fire that broke out during the New Year celebrations at Nairobi’s Old Mutual Towers has been successfully extinguished. According to reports, the blaze was sparked by a New Year fireworks display at the iconic skyline on Sunday night. Images and videos circulated on various social media platforms depicted thick …