On Friday, authorities apprehended a suspect believed to be involved in the brutal killing of socialite Starlet Wahu Mwangi. Wahu, aged 26, reportedly the younger sibling of a controversial evangelical pastor in the city, was discovered lifeless in a South B Airbnb in Nairobi. Surveillance footage indicated that she and …
Read More »Police Confiscate 32.5 Tonnes of Smuggled Milk Powder Along Eastern Bypass
Law enforcement authorities have intercepted more than 32.5 tonnes of illicit milk powder at a warehouse situated along the Eastern Bypass in Nairobi. In a sting operation carried out on Thursday, an undercover officer, posing as a potential buyer, was directed by a known broker in Eastleigh to the Kamakis …
Read More »Activist Omtatah Challenges President Ruto to Present Evidence Against ‘Corrupt’ Judges
Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah is daring President William Ruto to provide concrete evidence against judges or litigants allegedly involved in receiving bribes to influence court rulings. Addressing the press on Friday, January 5, Omtatah responded to the Head of State’s accusations against the judiciary, specifically regarding the controversial Housing Levy. …
Read More »State To Prioritize Disbursement of CDF Funds For Bursaries – MP Nyoro
Ndindi Nyoro, the chairperson of the budget committee in the National Assembly, has assured the public that the government is actively working on releasing National Government Constituencies Development Fund (NGCDF) funds earmarked for educational scholarships. Addressing a group of fellow MPs in his constituency, Nyoro emphasized the significance of these …
Read More »Hyenas Fatally Attack 10-Year-Old Boy in Juja
Tragedy has struck Gwa Kigwi village in Juja, Kiambu County, as a 10-year-old boy fell victim to a fatal hyena mauling. Dennis Teya, a Grade 4 pupil, was walking home with friends when marauding hyenas attacked them on Wednesday evening. The incident occurred despite a team of 20 Kenya Wildlife …
Read More »Kenya Welcomes First Batch of Visa-Free Foreigners
Kenyan immigration officials announced the arrival of the initial group of visa-free foreigners in the country, utilizing the Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA). The ETA, costing Sh4,600 and applied through the eCitizen platform, replaced traditional visas following the President’s directive for Kenya to become visa-free …
Read More »Report: El Niño Rains Claimed 174 Lives In Kenya.
The government has disclosed that the recent El Niño rains resulted in the unfortunate loss of 174 lives nationwide, encompassing 133 adults and 41 children. The National El Niño Emergency and Disaster Control Centre also highlighted the substantial impact on the agricultural sector, with 84,568 acres of land and 6,706 …
Read More »CS Wahome Raises Concerns Over Attempted Seizure of 2,500-Acre Land In Ruiru
The controversy surrounding a 2,500-acre parcel of land in Ruiru, Kiambu County, has taken a new turn following revelations by Lands Cabinet Secretary Alice Wahome. Wahome disclosed that individuals had forged documents in an effort to unlawfully acquire a valuable piece of land. Addressing the issue for the first time …
Read More »DCI Seeks 21-Day Detention For Five Suspects In Meru Blogger Sniper’s Murder
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) is seeking a 21-day extension to detain five suspects apprehended in connection with the murder of Meru County blogger Daniel Muthiani, also known as Sniper. Court documents state that this period is necessary for the DCI to conclude investigations, emphasizing that additional suspects are …
Read More »Controversial Housing Levy Continues in January as Court of Appeal Extends Collection Amid Ongoing Legal Challenge
In January, both employees and employers will continue to bear the controversial housing levy costs. This decision comes in the wake of the Court of Appeal’s directive to maintain the existing situation until the ruling is issued on January 26th. Judges Lydia Achode, John Mativo, and Mwaniki Gachoka prolonged the …
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