Popular Kenyan entertainer DJ Brownskin, born Michael Njiiri, has walked free after a court dismissed all charges connected to his wife Sharon Njeri’s death in July 2022. Milimani Magistrate’s Court delivered the acquittal on Thursday, with Magistrate Caroline Nyanguthi ruling that prosecutors failed to build a strong enough case against the DJ. “The court cannot…
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula recalled the 2024 Finance Bill protest as one of his most dangerous moments During the unrest, a protester took the Speaker’s seat while carrying a dangerous weapon, almost putting Wetang’ula’s life in danger Wetang’ula urged the communities in Western Kenya to unite, respect their leaders, and cooperate for the development…
More than 100 Kenyans remain trapped in Cambodia after fraudulent job offers lured them to the Southeast Asian nation under false pretenses. Nancy Akinyi, 29, one of the victims, told media outlets that the stranded Kenyans are being held under strict restrictions and subjected to constant intimidation and threats. “We are not free to leave….
Oketch Salah spoke about the important time he was close to Raila Odinga during the health scare that hit the former prime minister at his home He addressed rumors of disrespect for Raila’s family, vehemently denying false allegations about his motives Raila died on August 15, 2025, marking the end of an important era in…
President William Ruto on Thursday, January 22, presided over the launch of the Sh168 million National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (NYOTA) Business Start-Up Capital disbursement for young entrepreneurs from Meru, Embu and Tharaka Nithi counties at Kinoru Stadium in Meru town. Speaking during the event, President Ruto noted that the NYOTA project is a classic…
A plea agreement has been reached with one of the accused in the murder case of former Kasipul MP Charles Ong’ondo Were, with the individual agreeing to become a state witness and testify against the remaining suspects. The High Court sitting in Kibera was informed that Allan Omondi Ogola, who was Ong’ondo’s bodyguard at the…
On Friday, January 23, Kenyan newspapers highlighted the decision of the High Court which declared the appointment of President William Ruto’s advisers to be unconstitutional and invalid. Daily newspapers also highlighted the conflicts that are rocking the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) and the Democratic People’s Party (DCP). The main newspaper headlines on Friday, January 23….
President William Ruto and Deputy President Kithure Kindiki Anguka Nayo with young Kenyans at Kinoru Stadium, Meru County on Thursday ,January 22. President William Ruto has issued a firm directive ordering all learners to report to school starting Friday, whether or not they can afford school fees or uniforms. The President announced the decision on…
Motorists in Nairobi can now enjoy a discount if they pay their seasonal parking fees by mid-February, the county government announced. In a notice issued on Thursday, January 22, City Hall officials said motorists who settle their seasonal parking fees by February 14 will receive a 5 percent discount. A seasonal parking fee is a…
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula has said the Luhya community will rally behind President William Ruto in his bid for re-election in 2027. Wetangula pointed to an existing political understanding and what he described as clear national indicators suggesting Ruto will secure a second term. Speaking on Thursday during an interview with Royal Media Services’…
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has announced that the National Police Service (NPS) is taking decisive action to address recent cases of police misconduct and alleged human rights violations, which have reportedly increased in recent weeks. CS Murkomen stated that the government is committed to building a professional and accountable security sector that serves Kenyans…
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has recalled the June 25, 2024, invasion of Parliament as a terrifying experience that shook him deeply and nearly cost him his life. The attack occurred when angry demonstrators forcefully entered the National Assembly to protest the passage of the 2024 Finance Bill. Reflecting on the chaos, Wetang’ula described it…
Libyan club Al-Ittihad have offered a mouth-watering deal to South African forward Thembinkosi Lorch who has agreed to join them from Moroccan giants Wydad AC. South African forward Thembinkosi Lorch has reportedly agreed a multi-million deal to sign for Libyan club Al-Ittihad from Moroccan giants Wydad Athletic Club. Lorch, who has been at Wydad for…
Worldcoin, the US-based cryptocurrency project co-founded by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, has permanently deleted all biometric data previously collected from Kenyan citizens. The Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC), which regulates personal data in Kenya, confirmed that the data controller erased all information gathered from Kenyan users in September 2023. This action follows a…
A top CAF official has commented on claims that AFCON 2025 hosts Morocco were favoured by match officials due to instructions from above. Amid accusations that the Confederation of African Football (CAF) favoured Morocco at the just-concluded 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, an official from the organisation has refuted the claims. CAF have been slammed…