Nato has issued its strongest statement yet on China’s involvement in the Ukraine conflict yesterday, accusing Beijing of being an “effective enabler” for Russia. This prompted an angry response from the Chinese delegation to the EU, which called on Nato to “stop increasing the so-called Chinese threat, provoking confrontation and …
Read More »High Court Upholds Westgate Mall Attack Jail Terms
The High Court affirmed the prison sentences for the individuals involved in the Westgate mall attack. The Milimani High Court, led by Lady Justice Grace Nzioka, upheld the convictions of two suspects linked to the 2013 terrorist incident at Westgate Mall, which claimed 67 lives and injured over 200 others. …
Read More »NTSA Issues Road Safety Advisory Amid Heavy Rainfall
The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has issued a cautionary notice to road users concerning the potentially risky conditions caused by heavy rains sweeping across the nation. In a statement released on Saturday, NTSA Director General George Njao stressed the imperative for heightened vigilance, urging the public to exercise …
Read More »Kitui Youth Leader Endorses Raila Odinga for AU Chairmanship
By: Nicholas Wambua In a significant declaration of support, Dr. Vincent Munyoki, the esteemed Kitui Youth Leader and founder of the Vincent Munyoki Foundation, has announced that the youth of Kitui are firmly throwing their weight behind Raila Odinga’s bid for the chairmanship of the African Union (AU). “This decision …
Read More »Man Breaks Arm Jumping from Fourth Floor While Visiting Woman
A 25-year-old man sustained a fractured hand on Saturday night after leaping from the fourth floor of a rental building in Sunrise Estate, Embu Town. Identified as Daniel Mwinzi, the young man was reportedly visiting a female acquaintance when the incident occurred. Confirming the occurrence, Chief Sammy Njagi of Kamiu …
Read More »Frank Mwiti Assumes Role of New NSE Chief
The Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) Board has named Frank Mwiti as the incoming Chief Executive Officer (CEO), starting May 2, 2024. Mr. Mwiti brings with him a wealth of experience spanning over twenty years in various sectors including strategy, governance, business development, risk management, corporate finance, mergers & acquisitions, and …
Read More »FKE Advises Employers to Halt Housing Levy Deductions Following Court Decision
Following a court ruling declaring the housing levy deductions as unconstitutional, the Federation of Kenya Employers (FKE) has instructed its members to immediately stop deducting the housing levy from their employees’ salaries. The Court of Appeal judges, Lydia Achode, John Mativo, and Paul Gachoka, emphasized the public interest aspect of …
Read More »12-year-old Girl Kidnapped in Nairobi Found in Kitui
The discovery of a 12-year-old girl who was kidnapped from the Kamkunji area in Nairobi on Sunday, January 21, has brought immense joy as she was found safe and alive. Joy Muthoni was located near Kyangulu Hills in Kitui county on Friday, and authorities have apprehended the suspect responsible for …
Read More »Jeffrey Epstein: The Late Controversial Sex Offender
By:Nick Nayma Maina Jeffrey Epstein, a financier and convicted sex offender, gained notoriety for his associations with prominent figures in politics, business, and entertainment. Born in 1953 in Brooklyn, New York, Epstein ventured into banking and finance, eventually establishing his own firm, J. Epstein & Co. His career became entangled …
Read More »Migori: County MCA Donates Sanitary Towels To Over 800 Schoolgirls
More than 800 schoolgirls in God Jope Ward, Suna East Constituency of Migori County have received a generous donation of sanitary towels and undergarments to address teenage pregnancy. The donation, provided by Charles Koyoo, the local Member of County Assembly (MCA), aims to protect the girls from being enticed by …
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