The High Court has cleared Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya of all criminal charges, declaring that his arrest and prosecution for alleged corruption were unlawful and infringed upon his constitutional rights. Delivering the ruling at the Milimani Law Courts, Justice Bahati Mwamuye criticized investigators for “unconstitutional actions” throughout the arrest and investigation process. The judge…
The newspapers of Thursday, March 5, reported on the political situation in the country, focusing mainly on the Linda Mwananchi group, which opposes efforts to turn it into a political party. 1. Daily Nation The newspaper reported on the tension within the Linda Mwananchi group, which is currently struggling with efforts to register it as…
Aspiring candidates within the Jubilee Party have reached out to party leader Uhuru Kenyatta, demanding a clear explanation for the surprise selection of former Interior CS Fred Matiang’i as the 2027 presidential candidate. These members worry that the party leadership sidelined other qualified contenders by skipping standard internal processes. In a letter dated March 3,…
The family of a young Kenya Forest Service soldier has sadly shared details of his last moments after a helicopter crash in Mosop, Nandi County While many victims are said to have died on the spot, the forester known as Amos Rotich is reported to have lived for about 30 minutes after the accident. According…
SGR Madaraka Express train. Kenya Railways has issued a warning to passengers against bringing tools or similar equipment on the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR). The state corporation clarified its stance on social media in response to a traveler asking if they could carry such gear on the train. According to Kenya Railways, tools fall under…
A section of Nairobi MCAs have refused to support the new motion to remove Governor Sakaja from power, insisting on unity in the Resolution Union MCA reiterates its commitment to the development of Nairobi and the successful cooperation agreement worth Sh80 billion The union wants political stability to focus on the implementation and delivery of…
The MCA plotting to oust Nairobi governor Johnson Sakaja listed 22 reasons to support their motion to remove him from power Sakaja is accused of posting regularly on social media about the delivery of programs and projects The governor is also accused of signing the cooperation agreement without surrendering the duties as required by Article…
Veteran comedian Professor Hamo and Jemutai Comedian trended a lot in 2021 after details of their relationship emerged online At one time, Hamo claimed that Jemutai was his second wife, but in 2025, he revealed how the scandal caused him to lose money In a new video he posted on his TikTok, he revealed how…
The Kenya Pipeline Company’s (KPC) debut on the stock market has attracted massive interest, with the National Treasury reporting that the offer was oversubscribed by 5.7%. Treasury CS John Mbadi shared the results on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, revealing that investors applied for more than 12.4 billion shares, even though only 11.8 billion were available….
The High Court dismissed all criminal charges against George Natembeya and awarded him KSh 2.5 million in compensation Judge Bahati Mwamuye found that the case related to the loss of KSh 1.4 billion did not have a sound legal basis The court criticized the investigators and prosecutors, citing denial of counsel, illegal collection of M-Pesa…
Edwin Sifuna has separated Linda Mwananchi’s meetings from the alleged involvement of Uhuru Kenyatta, insisting that the campaigns are funded by ODM rebels gathering resources He explained that their cost-effective strategy keeps meetings under KSh 500,000, with members, friends, and good Samaritans contributing equipment, money, and logistical support. Sifuna dismissed accusations of foreign funding as…
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Belgian driver Thiery Neuville will lead a trio of Hyundai Shell Mobis Rally 1 competitors in this year’s WRC Safari Rally, scheduled in Naivasha from the 12th to the 15th of this month. Following a commendable third-place finish in last year’s Safari, which marked the team’s first podium, Neuville, with his navigator Martijn Wydaeghe, is…
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Audio By Vocalize John Ngugi navigating Edward Maina in a Subaru Impeza NAT-S cruises at Sleeping Warrior stage water point during the Equator African Rally Championship on Saturday April 24, 2021. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] Prolific navigator John Ngugi says they are ready to conquer the rough Naivasha terrains in the third leg of…