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Actress Winfred Bwire Ndubi, beloved for her portrayal of ‘Dida’ on Citizen TV’s hit show, Sultana has Passed on. Bwire, who had been courageously battling cancer, passed away today, leaving behind a legacy of resilience, inspiration, and advocacy. Bwire was diagnosed with Ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS), an uncommon and …

A violent incident occurred in Kilera village, Igembe North, Meru County, where a man attacked and killed four neighbors before being lynched by enraged residents. Police described the attack as unusual. In total, five people died, leaving the community in shock. The incident, involving a mentally challenged man, occurred on …

By: BBC China and the Philippines have accused each other of ramming coast guard vessels in a disputed area of the South China Sea. The Philippines has claimed a Chinese ship “directly and intentionally rammed” into its vessel, while Beijing has accused the Philippines of “deliberately” crashing into a Chinese …

Although Parliament is currently on recess, several House committees have continued their activities. This week, the Senate Public County Investments and Special Funds Committee summoned former Kitui Governor Charity Ngilu to discuss the financial records of the Kitui County Textile Centre (KICOTEC) for the fiscal years 2019/20, 2020/21, and 2021/22. …

A nine-month-old baby has died and 19 other passengers were injured after a Bus Car Company public service vehicle rolled over due to a tire blowout in Matsangoni, Kilifi. The incident happened at 8 a.m. on Saturday while the bus was traveling from Kilifi to Malindi. According to police, the …

Public Health and Professional Standards PS Mary Muthoni has announced the confirmation of the fourth Mpox case in the country. The new case involves a truck driver from Mombasa traveling to Rwanda. The driver began feeling unwell on August 28 while passing through Gilgil and was unable to continue his …

By: BBC US rapper Fatman Scoop has died aged 53 after collapsing at concert on Friday in Connecticut, his representative has told the BBC. He was halfway through his set at the Town Center Park in the city of Hamden when he collapsed on stage. Mayor Lauren Garrett said in …

The government has halted the import of sugar into the country. Raymond Omollo, Chair of the Border Control and Operations Coordination Committee and Interior Principal Secretary, has instructed the chairs of border management committees across 27 regions to enforce this ban. Omollo explained that due to ongoing reforms in the …

On Monday, Bolt revealed a 10% increase in minimum fares in Kenya, aiming to address concerns about driver earnings. This adjustment reflects Bolt’s commitment to fair driver compensation and improving working conditions. According to General Manager Linda Ndung’u, the company has been actively engaging with drivers to understand their challenges. …

A 45-year-old woman has died from injuries sustained in an attack by the wife of the man she was allegedly having an affair with in Soy, Uasin Gishu, on Sunday night. Police report that Sally Cherono, a resident of Murukuywo village, confronted the woman with a knife. The victim was …