President William Ruto has expressed deep sorrow over the deaths of 16 students following a devastating fire at Utumishi Girls Academy in Gilgil, calling the incident a national tragedy. In a statement released on Thursday, the President said the entire country stands in solidarity with the families, teachers, and students …
Read More »“Some Parents Have Fainted” – Horror at Gilgil School Fire Scene
Grief and confusion engulfed families at Utumishi Girls Academy in Gilgil on Thursday after a devastating fire broke out at the school, leaving at least 16 students dead and several others injured. According to the Kenya Red Cross, the blaze started at around 1am. A guardian who was present at …
Read More »BREAKING: 10 Feared Dead in Utumishi Girls Dormitory Fire
At least 10 students are feared dead after a fire broke out in a dormitory at Utumishi Girls Academy in Gilgil, Nakuru County. The blaze is reported to have started around 1am, with the Kenya Red Cross confirming it was alerted to the incident at approximately 3:30am on Thursday. Click …
Read More »One Dead as Fuel Tanker and Truck Burst Into Flames in Nairobi
A fuel tanker exploded after colliding with another truck along Nairobi’s Southern Bypass near Carnivore Restaurant, leaving one person dead and causing major traffic disruption. The accident happened on Saturday, sparking panic along the busy route near Wilson Airport. Both trucks, including the fuel tanker, caught fire, producing thick black …
Read More »Building Under Construction Collapses in South C
A building that was still under construction has collapsed in South C. According to the Kenya Red Cross, the incident occurred early this morning in the Shopping Centre area of South C, Nairobi County. In a statement shared on X, the agency said a multi-agency emergency response team has been …
Read More »Kalonzo: Kenya Entering a ‘Revolutionary’ Political Phase
Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka has cautioned that Kenya is moving into what he termed a “revolutionary mode,” warning that the 2027 General Election will be far from ordinary if current political and governance trends continue. Speaking at the Lower Eastern Advocates Forum end-of-year event in Machakos on Saturday, December 6, …
Read More »Multiple Feared Dead in ENA Coach Crash on Mai Mahiu–Narok Highway
Several people are feared dead after an ENA Coach bus travelling from Nairobi to Migori was involved in a deadly accident in the Mai Mahiu area late Saturday night. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The crash happened at around 11 p.m. and, according to initial reports, occurred when …
Read More »Wrestling Icon Hulk Hogan Dies at 71
CLEARWATER, FL – Terry Gene Bollea, known worldwide as the legendary professional wrestler Hulk Hogan, has passed away at the age of 71. Reports from Florida police and WWE confirmed his death on Thursday, July 24, 2025, following a cardiac arrest at his home in Clearwater. Hogan, instantly recognizable by …
Read More »Nyandarua MCA Beth Wahito Dies in Road Accident
Nominated Nyandarua County MCA Beth Wahito tragically lost her life in a road accident on Saturday night along the Nairobi-Nakuru Highway. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The fatal crash occurred around 11:00 p.m. as she was returning home from a budget committee meeting held in Naivasha. Nyandarua County …
Read More »Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal Stun Spain To Lift UEFA Nations League Cup
Portugal has once again asserted its dominance in European football by securing the UEFA Nations League title. This marks their second triumph in the competition, with their first victory coming in the inaugural 2018-2019 season. In a thrilling 2024-2025 final, Portugal overcame rivals Spain in a dramatic penalty shootout. The …
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