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Veteran vernacular broadcaster Kihara Wa Gathua, popularly known as “Mzee wa Kazi,” passed away on Sunday, October 13, 2024, at the Kenyatta University Referral Hospital after a long battle with cancer. Kihara was a celebrated media personality known for his deep baritone voice and captivating storytelling. His broadcasting career spanned several decades, starting at the […]
Lawyer-turned-activist Morara Kebaso was released on Tuesday on a cash bail of Ksh50,000 after being arraigned at the Milimani Law Courts. The High Court directed Morara Kebaso and his lawyers to appear for a hearing on Friday, October 4 at 2 pm. The decision came after the Director of Public Prosecution (ODPP) preferred charges against […]
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has spoken out against a planned impeachment motion, asserting that he is being targeted through what he describes as a politically motivated scheme. During a candid interview on Sunday evening, Gachagua defended his stance on the recent anti-government protests, blaming the Finance Bill 2024 and criticising the government’s response to the […]
A series of road closures in Nairobi has been announced ahead of the Jubilee Insurance ‘Live Free’ race, set to take place on Sunday 29th September 2024. The event will run between 12:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m., with significant road restrictions in place to accommodate the race. Roads to be closed The organisers have released […]
The interdenominational memorial service for the 21 students who died in a fire at Hillside Endarasha Academy in Nyeri is currently taking place at Mweiga Stadium in Kieni West, which is approximately 24 kilometres away from the school. The fire, which occurred on September 6, engulfed one of the school’s dormitories, resulting in the tragic […]
Two brothers and an activist who went missing on August 19, 2024, after participating in an anti-government protest in Kitengela, have been found alive in Kiambu County. Activist Bob Njagi was found alive in Tigoni, Kiambu County. Faith Odhiambo, the President of the Law Society of Kenya (LSK), confirmed that Bob Njagi, the organizer of […]
Sean “Diddy” Combs has been denied bail after his arraignment on charges of sex trafficking, racketeering, and related offences. The judge ruled that he must remain in custody at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn as he awaits trial. The court attributed the ruling to concerns regarding Combs’ potential flight risk and the danger […]
The National Police Service (NPS) has responded to accusations from the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) about the alleged intimidation and withdrawal of the security detail assigned to High Court Judge Justice Lawrence Mugambi. In a press release dated September 16, 2024, the Acting Inspector General of Police, Gilbert Masengeli, denied claims of retaliatory action after […]
Embattled hip-hop mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs has been arrested in New York City on unspecified federal charges, federal authorities told the BBC’s US partner CBS. The arrest in Manhattan follows raids on two of his properties in Los Angeles and Miami in March as part of an “ongoing investigation” into sex trafficking by authorities. Mr. […]
At least 11 students were injured after a fight broke out at Dagoretti High School in Nairobi on Sunday night, September 15th. Police were deployed to restore order and the injured students were taken to the hospital for treatment. The fight started after a clash between students during a basketball match escalated into a full-blown […]