Surprise and dismay gripped the community of Kiruga village in Nyeri County when the missing Othaya woman, Sarah Wairuri, was discovered lifeless inside her water tank. Despite a five-day search effort, the residents had not considered checking the water source they regularly used. The 47-year-old, who had been missing since …
Read More »Vihiga: Police Detain 70-Year-Old Man Accused of Defiling 12-Year-Old Girl
Authorities in Vihiga County have apprehended a 70-year-old man on allegations of sexually assaulting a 12-year-old girl. Patrick Gogo, the Police Commander for Hamisi sub-county, confirmed the incident and revealed that the victim is a Grade 3 pupil. Expressing his condemnation of the act, Gogo highlighted the increasing prevalence of …
Read More »Kindiki: Refrain from Associating Me with 2027 Political Succession
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki strongly denies any connection to the 2027 succession politics, labeling discussions about future elections as inappropriate. He deems political talks a year after a General Election as tactless, anti-people, and primitive, asserting that such discourse tarnishes the maturity of Kenya’s democracy. This response comes in …
Read More »The Impact of a Weakening Kenyan Shilling on Daily Life and Businesses
In the global context, exchange rates often go unnoticed by many individuals whose affairs and businesses primarily operate locally, using the domestic currency, the Kenyan Shilling. People typically pay attention to exchange rates only during occasional transactions involving foreign goods, healthcare services, travel, or overseas remittances. The Central Bank of …
Read More »Dr. Munyoki’s Plea to Students: Seize Education with Determination
By: Nicholas Wambua On Tuesday, Dr. Vincent Munyoki, a youthful leader and the founder of the Vincent Munyoki Foundation, expressed profound gratitude towards parents and guardians who have dedicated their efforts to ensuring their children transition to Form One despite life’s challenges. He acknowledged their resilience and sacrifices, emphasizing that …
Read More »You Will Now Access These Judicial Services at Huduma Centres
Starting January 29, 2024, Kenyans can access nine judicial services at various Huduma Centres nationwide. These services include filing new civil cases, submitting documents for existing cases, making case inquiries, obtaining mention dates, and accessing virtual court support through virtual court links. Additional services involve requesting and receiving appearance sermons, …
Read More »DCI Homicide Team Takes Over Rita Waeni Case
The scheduled post-mortem examination set to occur on Tuesday at Nairobi’s City Mortuary, involving a human head suspected to belong to the late Rita Waeni, was halted. The head was found at Kiambaa Dam in Kiambu County on Sunday, and the Kasarani DCIO had been handling the case since Waeni’s …
Read More »Mimi Ni Mzabibu: A Hilarious TikTok Trend Takes Over the Kenyan Internet
A recent TikTok sensation called ‘Mzabibu’ is rapidly gaining popularity across the Kenyan internet as individuals showcase their most amusing dance moves to the infectious beats of the song. Originating a few days prior to the weekend, this trend is centered around the song ‘Mzabibu,’ performed by a Mijikenda artist …
Read More »MP Salasya Presents Himself Before EACC for Grilling Over Assault Allegations
Mumias East Member of Parliament, Peter Salasya, has voluntarily presented himself at the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) headquarters in Nairobi for questioning. EACC CEO Twalib Mbarak summoned Salasya to record a statement regarding assault allegations and inquiries into his public conduct. Accompanied by two lawyers, Salasya faces interrogation for …
Read More »Met: Dry Spell Expected Across Kenya This Week
The latest weather forecast from the Kenya Meteorological Department indicates that a dry spell is anticipated in most parts of the country for the upcoming week. The seven-day weather outlook spanning from January 23 to January 29 reveals that only a few regions are expected to receive light to moderate …
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