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Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has thrown his weight behind Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka, endorsing him as the ideal opposition candidate for the 2027 presidential race. Speaking on Monday at the Wiper headquarters in Karen, the outspoken legislator lauded Kalonzo for holding the opposition together, arguing that he is …

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) on September 29, 2025 rolled out the continuous voter registration exercise as part of preparations for the 2027 General Election. The exercise was officially launched in Kajiado County and will be extended to all other counties. Voter registration had last been halted in …

Diamond Trust Bank (DTB) has launched its 90th branch in Kilimani, Nairobi, marking another milestone in its nationwide expansion plan. The branch, situated along Lenana Road, will provide a full suite of services including personal and business accounts, loans, mortgages, cards, insurance, and investment solutions. DTB’s Director of Retail Banking, …

The tale of “Kaluma Boy” is not just another viral sensation but a moving story of sacrifice, resilience, and the unifying power of community in the digital era. In a country often defined by economic hardships and social inequality, the story of 17-year-old Vincent Kaluma from Othaya, Nyeri County has …

A 50-year-old man has been discovered dead in his house following an assault in Embali village, Vihiga County. Police identified the victim as Frank Atero Indiakha, noting he sustained visible leg injuries, including a fractured femur, during the attack. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Although the motive remains …

The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has announced plans to cap charges on person-to-person mobile money transfers, a decision likely to affect the revenues of Safaricom’s M-Pesa and Airtel Money. According to the regulator, most Kenyans continue to use mobile money mainly for simple transfers rather than advanced services like …

A TV technician is warning fellow service providers to always test equipment before handling it, after narrowly escaping what appears to have been a deliberate attempt to frame him for damages. The technician, who shared his ordeal online, narrated how he was called by a new client to mount a …

Sosoma, Nguni – Kitui Governor Dr. Julius Malombe on Friday commissioned the newly constructed Sosoma Dispensary in Nguni, Mwingi Central Sub-County, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to expanding access to healthcare across the county. The facility is part of the Governor’s all-round development agenda, designed to improve the well-being of Kitui …

The National Police Service (NPS) fraternity gathered at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) on the evening of September 26, 2025, to receive the body of the late Corporal Kennedy Mutuku Nzuve. The solemn occasion was led by the Commandant of the National Police College Embakasi ‘A’ Campus, Mr. Isaac Alimaa, …

Ruben Amorim’s men have worn red in all six competitive fixtures so far this season, although the white away jersey was sported during our pre-season tour. The black strip was launched to great fanfare in August and now we’ll finally get a chance to see it in action, as we …