The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has reassured the public that the country’s banking system remains stable, despite recent rumors of a money circulation shortage. This follows reports suggesting that the limited money supply was due to withdrawal caps imposed by certain banks. However, CBK has swiftly dismissed these claims, affirming the sector’s stability and…
Police are searching for Ken Kimathi Gichunuku, alias “Sultan,” the prime suspect in the murder of Seth Nyakio Njeri, whose body was found at a friend’s house in Biafra Estate, Thika, on October 10, 2024. According to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), Gichunuku fled the scene following the tragic incident, prompting a manhunt by…
A group of Mathira residents, led by constituent Samuel Ngari, has initiated a recall effort for their Member of Parliament, Eric Wamumbi, accusing him of neglecting their interests. The campaign, which began on Wednesday afternoon, aims to gather at least 31,000 signatures from the constituency’s 104,000 registered voters to meet the constitutional threshold of 30%….
Despite their hectic personal lives, four guys discover friendship, love, and tenacity in Nairobi’s concrete jungle in 4 Play, an 18-rated adult drama from Pepeta writers. Set to premiere on Showmax on 21 November, 4Play stars Daniel Weke (Mali), AMVCA nominee Elsaphan Njora (Kati Kati, Twende), Maina wa Ndungu (Kina, Volume), and Kalasha winner Bilal…
Botswana sprinter Letsile Tebogo has doubled down on his criticism of the Netflix docuseries SPRINT, insisting all African athletes deserve an apology over the manner their stories were ignored. Olympics 200m champion Letsile Tebogo has maintained his criticism of the Netflix docuseries SPRINT, saying it is not just him who was disrespected but all African…
Speakers of the East African Community (EAC) parliaments have often pushed for a parallel but related track of integration, seeing the networking of their Houses as crucial to expanding people-to-people interaction. Which is why, they see the Bureau of East African Community Speakers as a cog in the wheel for such interaction. But language is…
Health Cabinet Secretary Deborah Barasa The government has dismissed claims by Catholic Church bishops over outstanding debts under the defunct National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF). According to Health Cabinet Secretary Deborah Barasa, the defunct NHIF owes healthcare providers Ksh19 billion in debts accrued over a period of more than 10 years. “The Government takes great…
The government through the Ministry of Health has responded to the Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops(KCCB) over their utterances on the defunct National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF). In a statement issued on Thursday, November 14, 2024, Health Cabinet Secretary Deborah Barasa faulted the Catholic bishops for spreading false statements about the obligations owned by the…
On Thursday, November 14, the Kenya Catholic Bishops' Conference (KCCB) accused President William Ruto's administration of failing Kenyans However, MP Oscar Sudi claimed Archbishop Anthony Muheria, a member of KCCB, has no authority to criticize the government The Kapseret member of parliament wondered why the archbishop reportedly did not criticize the administration of retired president…
Each year, millions of women and children around the world die from preventable causes. Maternal, newborn, and child health (MNCH) is a shared global priority, yet we often overlook one of its most pressing—and preventable—barriers: violence against women. As we mark the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, we are reminded that gender-based violence…
A Matatu operator plying the Kakamega-Kisumu routes have implored on the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) and Traffic officers on the highways to be vigilant. While condoling families who lost their loved ones at Iguhu Bridge along Chavakali-Kisumu highway, Narokline Services Limited Director Adrew Mwangi urged the Government through NTSA and Traffic police officers…
A video that went viral captured a Kenyan pastor being rescued after his car fell into a ditch in Murang'a The locals held hands as three men carefully climbed into the car to open the door and pull him to safety The netizens were stunned, and praised the compassion of the rescuers and the tender…
Francis Ng'ang'a admitted that he is still pained by the death of his wife, Lucy Wambui, who died after undergoing cosmetic surgery Wambui, a mother of four, was buried in an emotional ceremony at her family home in Redhill, Limuru Ng'ang'a called on the secretary of the Council of Ministers of Health to deal with…
Award-winning actress Jackie Matubia has for the first time opened up about the pain she went through after breaking up with her ex-lover actor Blessing Lung’aho. In a candid interview with Dr Ofweneke, Jackie emotionally narrated how 2023 was the hardest year for her since it was the year she broke up with Lung’aho who…
On Thursday, November 14, the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Kenya gave a speech on the Catholic State The bishops strongly condemned the administration of President William Ruto due to the rampant corruption, kidnapping and killing of women in the country KCCB Chairman Maurice Muhatia said politicians in the country have become more greedy than before…