An audit has uncovered the improper investment of Kes.2.1 billion intended for coffee farmers from the coffee cherry fund. The funds were deposited in a commercial bank, violating directives from the National Treasury. Auditor General Nancy Gathungu criticized the fund administrators for placing Kes.2,181,054,794 in funds into a call account, stating that farmers have not…
KCB remained unbeaten and maintained their stay at the summit on Wednesday but could not collect maximum points against Gor Mahia despite creating good chances. KCB FC tactician Patrick Odhiambo is ruing a missed opportunity to sink the defending champions Gor Mahia when the two unbeaten sides faced of in a cagey 0-0 showdown at…
Mining and Blue Economy CS Ali Hassan Joho has urged Kenyans to invest in the mining sector to seize its lucrative opportunities. Speaking before the National Assembly’s Departmental Committee on Environment, Forestry, and Mining, Joho noted that foreign investors dominate the industry, reaping significant returns on their investments. He cited Indonesia and China as examples…
Senator Boni Khalwale questioned the educational background of Isiolo governor Abdi Guyo after the governor misinterpreted the summons He reminded him about the political development in the country and asked him to realize that his fate is in the hands of the Senate Khalwale asked Guyo to apologize while placing himself under accountability and management…
The DCI has announced the arrest of two KDF officers for alleged involvement in the murder of Mercy Kwamboka The investigating agency said that Kwamboka was picked up by an officer named Joseph Ngera Kamau from his home on the day he went missing. This discovery comes weeks after the body of the deceased was…
Majority leader Kimani Ichung'wah dismissed Nandi senator Samson Cherargei's proposal to extend the presidential term to seven years as “impossible”. Ichung'wah urged Cherargei to save taxpayers' time and money, saying pushing for the law was a waste of resources. The Cherargei bill seeks to amend the Constitution to increase the term of the president, MPs,…
Ulinzi are still winless and captain Boniface Muchiri has opened up on what is letting them down. Ulinzi Stars captain Boniface Muchiri has rued tough luck for their worrying form so far this season after another draw with Tusker FC on Wednesday. The soldiers are winless in their five matches played but have managed back-to-back draws…
Media personality Janet Mbugua has voiced strong opposition to the Constitution of Kenya (Amendment) Bill, 2024, which seeks to extend the term limit for Members of Parliament from five years to seven years. In a letter to the Clerk of the Senate, Mbugua outlined her concerns about the implications of this proposed change and called…
Jubilee secretary general Jeremiah Kioni walked away from a live television interview, refusing to discuss with Dadaab MP Farah Maalim about his alleged earlier remarks Kioni expressed displeasure with Maalim's past stance, saying he could not associate himself with someone who supports violence against Gen Z protesters. He called for Maalim's removal from parliament, accusing…
The National Environment Management Authority of Kenya (NEMA) has issued strict directives to the construction firms in Nairobi. In a statement published on its X account on Thursday, October 24, 2024, after the NEMA’s environmental inspectors undertook surveillance on night construction, the authority cautioned firms against constructing buildings at night, stating that any construction is…
The court reprimanded Gachagua’s legal team for allegations of unfairness and bias The High Court will resume hearings on applications in Rigathi Gachagua’s impeachment case this morning at 9 a.m. in the Milimani Ceremonial Hall. The three-judge bench will consolidate all petitions and address issues raised by the petitioners regarding events that allegedly occurred in…
On Thursday, October 24, the daily newspapers widely reported that the trial of the deputy president Rigathi Gachagua was further delayed as his lawyers continued to question how the judges had agreed. Kenyan newspaper headlines Thursday, October 24. Photos/screengrabs: Daily Nation, People Daily, The Standard and Taifa Leo.Source: UGC 1. Daily Nation The newspaper reported…
Usain Bolt proudly supports his godson NJ Junior Walker as the young athlete excels in football. Multiple Olympic champion Usain Bolt continues to make headlines not only for his unparalleled achievements on the track but also for his unwavering support of the next generation. Though Bolt retired from competitive sprinting in 2017, his impact in…
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Two suspects arrested in connection with the brutal murder of 26-year-old Mercy Rufani will be arraigned in court today. Joseph Ngera Kamau and Fred Mathenge Kanja, both Kenya Army officers based in Embakasi, were the last known individuals to have been in contact with Mercy, whose body was discovered dumped in the Mwiki area along…