Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale has criticized Francis Atwoli, the Secretary-General of the Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU), for questioning the reported abductions in Kenya. Speaking on Sunday, Khalwale condemned Atwoli’s remarks made during the burial of the National Assembly Speaker’s mother in Bungoma earlier this month, where he suggested that people were abducting themselves….
Webuye West MP Dan Wanyama has called on President William Ruto to shift his attention to the Western Kenya region in light of the rising dissent within the Mt. Kenya region. Speaking on Sunday, January 19, 2025, during an Interdenominational Prayer event at Cheptais Boys’ High School in Bungoma County, Wanyama said that the President should…
Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Migos Ogamba has dismissed all members of the Moi University council, appointing a new team to oversee the institution’s restructuring. Ogamba revoked Dr. Humphrey Kimani Njuguna’s appointment as council chairman and replaced him with Prof. Noah Midamba. Other members whose appointments were canceled include Prof. Clara Samiji Momanyi, Christopher Khaemba, Eusilah…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused President William Ruto of supporting the revival of the illegal ‘Mungiki’ sect, warning that such actions could destabilize the Mt. Kenya region. Speaking at a service in Laikipia County, Gachagua criticized the ruling coalition for allowing the resurgence of the sect, describing it as a dangerous move that…
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta chats with President William Ruto during the Consecration and Installation of Bishop Peter Kimani Ndung’u, in Embu County on Nov 16, 2024. [PCS] President William Ruto on Sunday told the youths not to listen to naysayers inciting them against his administration. In an indirect jab at his predecessor, Uhuru Kenyatta, who on…
President William Ruto has called on political leaders to stop inciting young Kenyans to violence and focus on creating opportunities for them. Speaking during a church service in Bungoma County on Sunday, January 19, 2025, Ruto emphasized that leaders who provoke youth to chaos hinder the country’s progress. He urged leaders to guide the youth…
Over a few recent weeks, a section of Kenyans have been writing emails to the International Criminal Court (ICC) over various forms of crimes and spate of abductions in the country. The move gained traction with some even pushing the hashtag ‘FufuaICC‘ to compel the international court to intervene in the situation in the country….
Sorrow grips Kenya as Mathare United chairman Bob Munro passes away at 82, leaving behind a transformative legacy in football and youth empowerment. Mathare United chairman Bob Munro has passed away at the age of 82 after a prolonged battle with illness. The Canadian-born visionary, who dedicated his life to Kenyan football and youth development,…
Sorrow grips Kenya as Mathare United chairman Bob Munro passes away at 78, leaving behind a transformative legacy in football and youth empowerment. Mathare United chairman Bob Munro has passed away at the age of 78 after a prolonged battle with illness. The Canadian-born visionary, who dedicated his life to Kenyan football and youth development,…
President William Ruto pays a courtesy call to Former President Uhuru Kenyatta at his Gatundu Home on December 09, 2024. [PCS, Standard] President William Ruto has urged leaders to refrain from inciting the youth to violence. Speaking during an interdenominational prayer service at Cheptais High School in Bungoma County, Ruto underscored the need to prioritize creating…
Dadaab Memnber of Parliament Farah Maalim. [File, Standard] Morality is a favourite subject for Farah Maalim, the fire-spitting mheshimiwa for Dadaab. When speaking about the topic, one would believe him to be the most morally upright of Kenya’s citizens. He lashes out at those he believes to be morally depraved and almost elevates himself…
President William Ruto has been grappling with rebellion and social media insults. [File, Standard] On May 28, 2024, Kenya’s most prominent author, Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o, sent a scathing open letter to President William Ruto, just days after the head of state returned from a state visit to the United States. “Ruto, you have chosen to…
The third contingent of over 200 police officers from Kenya arrived Saturday in Haiti for the United Nations-backed peace mission to battle violent gangs that have taken over parts of the troubled Caribbean country. They were received by Haitian President Fritz Alphonse Jean among other top government officials. The 217 officers will bolster the efforts…
Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya is charting an independent political path. [File, Standard] As the year 2025 unfolds, it favours two types of politicians, irrespective of what they do. There are those who struggle to be in good books with President William Ruto, his inner circle, and power brokers. There also are those charting independent…
A contingent of 217 Kenyan police officers touched down in Haiti ready for the peacekeeping mission on Sunday, January 19, 2025. The officers who flew in a Kenya Airways plane were received by top officials from the Caribbean nation at the Port-au-Prince Airport in Haiti. This was the third group deployed to the Multinational Security…