Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo addressing the press at Harambee House, Nairobi.[Edward Kiplimo, Standard] Interior Ministry has announced the establishment of security command centres across the country with Langata Barracks being the main station where all security operations will be coordinated during this festive season. In a press briefing early Wednesday, Interior PS Raymond Omollo…
The annual performance evaluation exercise in the public service will begin on Monday, 9th December 2024. The exercise for the 2023/24 financial year is expected to last two months and will involve all government ministries, state corporations, and tertiary institutions. This was announced Wednesday by the Office of the Deputy Chief of Staff for Performance…
Lydia Wanjiku, a woman who disappeared from her home in Nakuru in 2012, has been found dead after 12 years Philanthropist Mercy Nungari, who facilitated the reunion, told TUKO.co.ke that Wanjiku left home first after completing his KCPE Wanjiku was married to a man from Kiambu county until her death, a union she hid from…
Benedict Kiptoo's mother was distraught after receiving a call about her son's sad news Gladys Kipkorir was told she was seriously injured after being stabbed by her boyfriend following a relationship issue The heartbroken woman rushed to the Cherangany Hospital Mortuary, where she found her precious son dead. The mother of a student of the…
After years of ignoring pleas to sign up to child protection schemes, the controversial messaging app Telegram has agreed to work with an internationally recognised body to stop the spread of child sexual abuse material (CSAM). The Internet Watch Foundation (IWF) is used by major online services to help them detect and remove CSAM, and…
David Maina from Eldoret explained that he was looking for his wife and children, who left the house while he was at work in Gatuge, Othaya, Nyeri According to the distraught old man, his wife, identified as Emily Wangui King, the family left him 32 years ago, and he never saw them again. Maina, who…
The 2nd edition of the Mombasa International Film Festival is in full swing, taking place in Bangladesh (Bangla), Mombasa, from December 2nd to 7th. This year’s festival showcases an impressive line-up of films, including recent premieres and critically acclaimed productions, making it a highlight for film enthusiasts. To honour the coastal town, the festival organisers…
Car dealer Joseph Kairo Wambui, alias Khalif Kairo, was arrested on December 3 for allegedly defrauding a customer of KSh 26 million in a car contract Kairo, which is very popular on social media, is being investigated for similar complaints, and three employees are also being detained The businessman defended his arrest on the internet,…
Pastor Ezekiel Odero caused mixed reactions after he warned Kenyan women about men with beards The preacher drew pictures of different styles of shaving people with beards like, and a message of caution Many Kenyans took it seriously, while others said that his words were true The remarks of New Life Church preacher Ezekiel Odero…
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has expressed confidence in Kenya’s economic growth, pointing to several key indicators of positive momentum. Speaking on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, Mudavadi highlighted the country’s upward economic trajectory, citing the strength of key sectors. He noted that Kenya boasts one of the most open and dynamic financial sectors in Africa,…
Ian Kiptoo's father, Joseah Lang'at, said his son could not make it to the breakfast table, and returned to his room, where he collapsed. Kiptoo's sister found him struggling to breathe in bed and informed other family members who rushed him to the hospital The Nandi man, 32, was pronounced dead on arrival, with doctors…
Anna Wintour, Vogue’s editor-in-chief since 1988, has curated the VOGUE: Inventing the Runway, a ground-breaking immersive exhibition in London. Held at the Lightroom, the show leverages advanced digital projection and audio technology to present an intimate experience of fashion history. Narrated by Cate Blanchett, the exhibition showcases iconic moments from the runway, including early catwalks,…
Olympics 100m champion Noah Lyles has fired back at YouTuber IShowSpeed over his pleas for a rematch, telling the content creator to meet him at the LA 2028 Olympics. Olympics 100m champion Noah Lyles has reignited his war of words with YouTube sensation IShowSpeed after telling him to meet him at the 2028 Los Angeles…
The police have issued a stern warning to landowners, especially those in affluent suburbs, about a criminal cartel targeting their properties with forged documents to extort significant sums of money. These fraudsters are focusing on landowners entering joint ventures with developers to execute their schemes. The scam often begins when developers approach owners of underutilized…
President-elect Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Drug Enforcement Administration has withdrawn his name from consideration. Chad Chronister, who currently serves as the sheriff in Hillsborough County, Florida, pointed to “more work to be done” for those living there. “Over the past several days, as the gravity of this very important responsibility set in, I’ve…