William Ruto’s visit to Western Kenya took a combative turn as he shifted focus from his development agenda to attacking opposition leaders He criticized Eugene Wamalwa, who later responded to the president’s insults, accusing Ruto of dealing with anger issues A video of Eugene explaining that his brother’s property case was still in court also…
Newspapers on Saturday, March 21, reported on various topics of public interest, including obstacles that may affect Kenya’s right to host the 2027 African Cup of Nations. Front pages of The Weekend Star and Saturday Nation. Photo: Photo from Weekend Star and Sunday Nation.Source: UGC Saturday Nation The Confederation of African Football (CAF), which governs…
A family in Matisi area, Kitale, mourns during Eid al-Fitr as Top Hill Hospital withholds the body of their father due to a debt of KSh 2.7 million Relatives say the Social Health Authority (SHA) paid part of the cost, but the hospital insists the balance must be paid before the body is released. The…
DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua changed his position and vowed to confront President William Ruto on issues instead of insults while accusing the president of degrading his office Gachagua outlined his agenda, promising subsidized secondary education and programs for expectant mothers if elected, and declaring Nairobi to be his political stronghold President Ruto, who is unapologetic…
DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua changed his position and vowed to confront President William Ruto on issues instead of insults while accusing the president of degrading his office Gachagua outlined his agenda, promising subsidized secondary education and programs for expectant mothers if elected, and declaring Nairobi to be his political stronghold President Ruto, who is unapologetic…
On Friday, March 20, Kenyan newspapers reported warnings from the Kenya Meteorological Department about floods and landslides as heavy rain fell across the country. Daily newspapers also highlighted the growing divisions in the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM). Top stories in Kenyan newspapers on Friday, March 20. Photos/screenshots: The Star, Taifa Leo, The Standard, DN and…
The former president of the Kenya Bar Association, Faith Odhiambo, recently showed off her husband, John Lawrence, for a rare occasion, after pictures of them wearing similar outfits went viral on the internet. The former LSK leader found a special place in the hearts of Kenyans following his leadership, especially during the anti-government protests, where…
The Governor of Siaya, James Orengo, called for the removal of President William Ruto following his recent remarks which he described as provocative. Orengo explained some of the grounds for removing a government official from power, including the president The Vihiga senator along with other ODM leaders under Linda Mwananchi’s alliance wanted accountability and asked…
The newspapers of Thursday, March 19, reported on the political situation in the country as the 2027 General Election approaches. The front pages of The Standard and Taifa Leo newspapers. Photo: The Standard and Taifa Leo newspapers.Source: UGC One of the newspapers highlighted the defense of the President William Ruto against critics who claim that…
Newspapers on Wednesday, March 18, highlighted several topics, including the jobs of 44,000 teachers at risk after the court ruled that their employment by the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) was illegal. The front pages of Taifa Leo and Daily Nation newspapers. Photo: Nation Today and Daily Nation.Source: UGC Elsewhere, newspapers devoted pages to a war…
On Tuesday, March 17, Governor Gladys Wanga appointed Danish Onyango as the new deputy governor of Homa Bay county Onyango’s appointment followed the sudden resignation of former deputy governor Oyugi Magwanga Wanga cited Onyango’s vast experience in public service, spanning more than two decades, as an important factor in his decision Homa Bay – Governor…
President William Ruto has dismissed opposition claims that he is plotting to take over a Nairobi hospital, insisting that his involvement was based on the request of doctors He accused the “unprecedented opposition” of using the crisis for political purposes, while defending his role as the patron of the Kenya Hospital Association. Ruto vowed to…
The Kenya Meteorological Department predicted heavy rains in six areas from March 17 to 23 KMD said sunny and dry conditions are expected in the northeastern and northwestern counties while rain is expected The department said specific counties under rain warnings include several around the Rift Valley and coastal areas Nairobi – Some Kenyans have…
Chaos broke out at the funeral of a pastor in Chavakali, Vihiga county, after family members prevented the PAG church from holding the funeral service The battle started when Pastor Hudson Jumba’s funeral program was handed over to the bishop of ACK at the last minute The pastor’s family stopped the church where he was…
Former Cabinet Minister Raphael Tuju gave tea and bread to police officers who had taken control of his Karen property, saying he had no complaints against them. The gesture came hours after more than 50 officers, believed to be from the Rapid Response Unit, raided the controversial Dari Business Park in an overnight raid. Tuju…