Kibera, Nairobi – May 14, 2025 In a breakthrough in the investigation into the murder of Hon. Charles Ong’ondo Were, the late Kasipul Member of Parliament, detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have arrested another key suspect believed to have played a pivotal role in the April 30, 2025, shooting. The suspect, identified…
On the night of Sunday, May 11, 2025, Homa Bay County Deputy Governor Joseph Oyugi Magwanga narrowly escaped an assassination attempt, just days after the shocking assassination of Kasipul Member of Parliament, Charles Were. This close call for Magwanga has sent shockwaves through the region, especially following the tragic death of MP Were, who was…
“The problem is that some of us will never be presidents. Otherwise, ningebomoa hii nyumba ya Kasongo immediately baada ya kuweka Biblia chini.” ~ Odhiambo Levin Opiyo Lavin’s viral statement echoes the sentiment of many Kenyans who have been vocal about their frustration with the recently completed State House renovations. The iconic historical and cultural…
A standoff between Parliament and the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) has taken a dramatic turn after more than 40 Members of Parliament (MPs) and support staff were locked out of their offices due to over KSh 50 million in unpaid rent. Who Was Affected? Among those caught up in the closure were several high-profile…
The small community of Eldama Ravine is gripped by worry following the unexplained disappearance of 20-year-old Dancan Kipkurui, who went missing under troubling circumstances. According to reports, Dancan had been in a relationship with 22-year-old Hildah Jepchirchir for the past two months. Last Saturday, during a visit to Hildah’s home, tensions flared after she expressed…
The somber silence at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport was broken only by the steady, synchronized steps of military pallbearers. Draped in the national flag, the casket bearing the remains of Major Paul Njoroge Ndung’u—one of Kenya’s brave sons—arrived home from the Central African Republic (CAR), marking the final journey of a hero who gave his…
President William Ruto has officially fired Cabinet Secretary (CS) Justin Muturi, who was in charge of the Ministry of Public Service, Human Capital Development & Special Programmes. This unexpected move, announced on March 26, 2025, signals a significant shake-up in Ruto’s administration as he seeks to realign his government. A Major Cabinet Reshuffle Muturi’s removal…
Kenyan national John Kipkemoi has been charged after being found in possession of nearly 14 kilograms of cocaine during a police operation in Guildford, West Sydney, Australia. The Arrest Authorities from the Cumberland Traffic and Highway Patrol Command stopped Kipkemoi for speeding at 71 km/h in a 50 km/h zone on Elizabeth Street, Guildford. The…
A tragic accident occurred last night on the Nasal-Moroto road in Tapaach subcounty, Uganda, claiming the lives of four individuals, including two politicians from West Pokot County. Victims Identified The victims have been identified as: Philemon Lotudo Elijah Lopuke Jackson Kariwoi Ben Ikong In a heart-wrenching sequence of events, Kariwoi and Ikong lost their lives…
Moi University has announced measures to support its staff following delays in salary payments for February 2025. In an internal memo dated March 16, 2025, Acting Vice-Chancellor Prof. Kiplagat Kotut acknowledged the institution’s financial challenges and assured employees that efforts were underway to resolve the issue. In response to concerns raised by staff who lack…
