PHOTO | Courtesy The Kenya Electricity Transmission Company (KETRACO) has been barred by the High Court from proceeding with the Ksh 95.68 billion power deal with Adani Energy Solutions until a petition led by the Law Society of Kenya is heard and determined. This follows the issuance of a conservatory orders…
A Nairobi man by the name of Basil invaded the residence of a healer in Kitui county to confront him after his friend lost KSh 80,000 from him His friend Basil, who had sought the services of the healer, was left struggling financially after losing a large amount of money Basil, a devout Christian, said…
A three-judge court dismissed Rigathi Gachagua's request to resign in his impeachment case, saying there was insufficient evidence and they would be biased Justices Ogola, Mrima, and Mugambi ruled that Gachagua's justice issues did not meet constitutional standards The judges also ordered the Gachagua team to submit revised applications within five days, while the respondents…
Members of the Judiciary today Friday, October 25, 2024, converged in Kiserian, Kajiado county to bid farewell to one of their own – honourable Zena Atetwe Rashid Jalenga. The Judiciary and legal fraternity was dealt a heavy blow following the death of Jalenga – a resident magistrate who served at the Milimani Commercial Court in…
High Court Judge Eric Ogola. [Collins Kweyu, Standard] The High Court has declined Rigathi Gachagua’s request for judges’ recusal from his impeachment case. Justices Freda Mugambi, Eric Ogola, and Anthony Mrima ruled they would continue to hear the case, allowing Gachagua the right to appeal their decision. “The applications for recusal are hereby disallowed. The…
Hundreds of Kenyans have turned up at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) on the first day of job interviews by a Qatari-based company. This is after the Labour and Social Protection Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua announced the commencement of three-day interviews for several job opportunities in Qatar. While announcing the job vacancies, CS Mutua…
A prime suspect linked to a series of robberies in Buuri East, Meru, has been apprehended. Fredrick John Mwenda was arrested by detectives from Buuri East, in collaboration with officers from Kathare Police Station. Acting on a tip from residents, the officers raided his hideout in Maili Tano village, Ruiri Rwarera location. “Upon a thorough…
Faith Kipyegon to receive honorary doctorate from University of Eldoret for remarkable achievements in athletics Triple Olympic Champion Faith Kipyegon is set to receive an Honorary Doctorate in Education from the University of Eldoret, a recognition that highlights her exceptional contributions to athletics and her inspiring career as a world-class runner. The honorary degree will…
The DCI have arrested the main suspect of the murder of Dahabo Daud Said, Amina Abdirashid Dahir and Nusayba Abdi Mohammed The woman, who was allegedly detained with the victims, claimed her family paid nearly KSh 1 million as ransom for her release, with the money reportedly sent to an Ethiopian bank Investigators found a…
BURN has secured Ksh 1.94 billion ($15m) from the European Investment Bank to fund the manufacturing and distribution of its clean electric cooking appliances across East Africa. The firm says the new funding will accelerate its efforts to supply its Internet of Things enabled ECOA electric cooking appliances to over 1 million households within the…
Wells Fargo Company has released a statement to mourn the death of the Human Resources Director Willis Ayieko Onyango Ayieko, who has served the company since 2015, was praised for his leadership and commitment to uplifting the organization Everything came to a tragic end when he disappeared, his body found in a stream in Gem…
Family, friends, and fellow musicians rallied behind popular dancehall artiste Wyre as he laid his mother to rest on October 24 at the family’s home at Juja Farm. Prominent figures from the music industry, including Nameless and Wahu, Kris Darlin, Nazizi, and former P-Unit member Frasha were among the celebrities who joined Wyre to offer…
The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has reaffirmed his commitment to combating money laundering in the country. Speaking at the Inaugural Anti-Corruption Crime Summit in Nairobi, Wakesho Wegulo, Principal Prosecution Counsel who represented the DPP, stressed the importance of strengthening the working relationships between the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) and investigative…
PHOTO | Courtesy Financial technology firm M-Kopa has revealed plans to expand its operations to at least 8 markets within three years as well as introduce new devices in the market to support its growth plans. M-Kopa Kenya General Manager Martin King’ori says the firm is open to raising a new round of capital to…
Nkuene Girls' High School in Meru county organized a beautiful beauty pageant, a favorite event for many high schools in Kenya after the end of term exams In a unique situation, male and female teachers wore school uniforms and walked on the dachas cheering on the students The teachers demonstrated their skills of impersonation and…