The family of slain blogger Albert Ojwang has poured cold water on comedian Eric Omondi’s claim that Kenyans have so far raised “about KSh 10 million” for funeral and legal costs. Speaking on the Obinna YouTube show, family spokesperson Kenneth Ouma said all contributions feed into one joint pay-bill account managed by the family and…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua will now launch the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) on July 7, a date loaded with the symbolism of Saba Saba Day and a fresh chance to woo the Maa community after weeks of venue wrangles and cancelled bookings. Gachagua broke the news on June 23 at his Wamunyoro home,…
Defence Cabinet Secretary Soipan Tuya during the unveiling of Joint Africa-India Commemorative Pillar at Mile 27 Railway Bridge—a historic World War I site in Mwatate. PHOTO/@kdfinfo/XDefence Cabinet Secretary Soipan Tuya on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, led a solemn ceremony in Mwatate, Taita Taveta County, to unveil the Joint Africa-India Commemorative Pillar at Mile 27 Railway…
Prof. George Wajackoyah has challenged former prime minister Raila Odinga to “face the nation” and justify his sudden enthusiasm for a shelved multibillion-dollar airport deal with India’s Adani Group. “If he has decided that Adani is now a god, let him come on television and explain to Kenyans what’s in that deal,” Mr. Wajackoyah said…
President Ruto at State House on June 23, 2025, during a meeting with Kenyan Diaspora representatives. PHOTO/@WilliamsRuto/XPresident William Ruto has expressed pride in the efforts of Kenya’s security agencies, praising their role in maintaining peace and protecting the lives and property of citizens. Speaking during an event at State House, on Tuesday, June 24, 2025,…
Caption:Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen speaking at State House on Tuesday June 24, 2025, where he was hosted by President William Ruto during a breakfast with the FKF Premier League champions. The Ministry of Interior Cabinet Secretary (CS) Kipchumba Murkomen has asked police to be ruthless when dealing with goons during the planned protests on…
Cabinet Secretary for Internal Security Kipchumba Murkomen addressing when he appeared in the Senate on Wednesday, June 11, 2025. PHOTO/@kipmurkomen/XInterior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen praised the Kenya National Police Service as the most professional in Africa during a celebratory breakfast at State House. During his speech on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, Murkomen addressed misconceptions about…
Caption:Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen speaking at State House on Tuesday June 24, 2025, where he was hosted by President William Ruto during a breakfast with the FKF Premier League champions. The Ministry of Interior Cabinet Secretary (CS) Kipchumba Murkomen has announced that the government is ready to meet the families of the victims of…
Comedian Eric Omondi at a past ocassion. PHOTO/@ericomondi_/XComedian Eric Omondi has clarified Kenyans’ concerns about the money raised for Albert Ojwang’s family, who died in detention hours after being arrested by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) officers on June 8, 2025. Speaking at a local TV station on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, Omondi stated…
Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja at a past event. PHOTO/@NPSOfficial_KE/XInspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has expressed pride in the National Police Service (NPS), praising officers for their commendable work in maintaining national security. Kanja, speaking during a breakfast with the FKF Premier League champions held at State House on June 24, 2025, noted…
Veteran lawyer and human rights crusader Gitobu Imanyara has shared a disturbing account of his arrest and detention during Kenya’s turbulent 1990s fight for multi-party democracy. In a candid TV interview on Monday, June 23, 2025, Imanyara recalled being taken to a place he never imagined existed – underground cells hidden beneath the Nairobi Traffic…
Roots Party leader George Wajackoyah. PHOTO/@AfricaFactsZone/X Roots Party leader George Wajackoyah has openly questioned Raila Odinga’s recent support for the Adani airport deal, calling on him to appear on television and explain why he now backs a project he once kept quiet about. Wajackoyah, known for his blunt style, said Raila’s support raises serious questions,…
President William Ruto’s Senior Economic Advisor, Moses Kuria, has predicted that the 2027 presidential election will echo the spirit of Kenya’s 2002 vote – a landmark moment that ushered in national unity and led to Mwai Kibaki’s landslide victory. Speaking during an interview on Citizen TV on June 22, Kuria said he doesn’t expect a…
Salasya speaking during a church service at Jesus Teaching Ministry (JTM) on June 1, 2025. PHOTO/@pksalasya/XMumias East constituency Member of Parliament (MP) Peter Salasya has broken his silence after Nairobi Member of County Assembly (MCA) representing Korogocho ward, Absolom Mombimba Odhiambo, alias Matakwei, boasted of beating him. Taking to his official Instagram account on Tuesday,…
Police trying to put off the fire lit by protesters along Nairobi-Namanga Road in 2024. PHOTO/Christine MusaThe 2024 Gen Z demos are one of the most memorable protests in Kenya’s recent history, likened to the Saba Saba demos of the 1990s which greatly reshaped the history of Kenya. Greatly anchored on the need for reforms…