Shanzu Senior Principal Magistrate Leah Juma was compelled to adjourn the testimony of a key witness in the trial against suspected cult leader Paul Mackenzie in Mombasa. The witness, a senior consultant surgeon, provided an emotional recount of the profound impact Mackenzie’s teachings had on his brother, wife, and at least six children, who were…
By REUTERS Ethiopian Premier Abiy Ahmed met Sudan’s army chief General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan on Tuesday, becoming the first foreign leader to visit him in his war capital Port Sudan since the start of the conflict between the army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF). Abiy, who was previously seen as closer to the…
Azimio leader Raila Odinga has given his reassurance in helping to nurture the youth for a better Africa. During an official speech at Pan African Youth Convention held at Kenya School of Government, Nairobi on July 11, 2024, Raila emphasized the critical need for global leaders to support and empower the dreams of young individuals….
NCIC Chairman Samuel Kobia. The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) has commended Gen Z youths for embracing a tribeless identity while advocating for reforms in the country. Speaking at a press briefing, NCIC Chairperson Samuel Kobia said the initiative aligns with the commission’s call for a united Kenyan identity that transcends tribal affiliations. “We…
Agoro Sare players celebrate after scoring against Kisumu Day during Nyanza Region Secondary school games at Kisii School. [Sammy Omingo, Standard] Defending champions Agoro Sare High School are one point away from making it to the semifinals of the Nyanza Region Secondary School football games after a good start on Wednesday. Agoro Sare begun their title…
President William Ruto chaired a special Cabinet Meeting at State House, Nairobi on July 11, 2024. [PCS] President William Ruto’s decision to dissolve his entire Cabinet has been interpreted by pundits as a strategy to redeem his dwindling popularity among Kenyans and the pressure mounted by Gen Z. In a bold move, Ruto’s decision to…
In a sweeping move that promises to send shockwaves through Kenya’s political landscape, President William Ruto has this afternoon dissolved his Cabinet, effectively dismissing all Cabinet Secretaries and the Attorney General. The decision, however, spares Prime Cabinet Secretary & Minister for Foreign Affairs Musalia Mudavadi from the purge. This heavily anticipated announcement came on the…
Mary Moraa has disclosed how she felt watching Athing Mu stumble at the U.S. Olympic trials and fail to make the women’s 800m team. Mary Moraa has empathised with Athing Mu, the reigning Olympic champion, following her elimination from the Olympic team to Paris, France. Mu opened her season at the U.S. Olympic trials, hoping…
By MOSES NYAMORI Kenya’s President William Ruto has fired all Cabinet Secretaries and Attorney General Justin Muturi in response to youth-led anti-government protests. Only Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi, who also doubles as Foreign Affairs Cabinet Secretary has been spared. “Upon reflection, listening keenly to what the people of Kenya have said and after a…
Comedian-cum media personality Dr Ofweneke, on Thursday, July 11, 2024, shared cryptic posts shortly after ex-wife Nicah the Queen commented about their failed marriage. In a series of posts shared on his Instagram page, Ofweneke who seemed to have been responding to the mother of his two kids who insinuated that she was not the…
A teller at the Cooperative Bank appeared at the Milimani Law Courts Thursday, facing charges of stealing Ksh 2.5 million from the financial institution. Prosecution Counsel Judy Koech informed the court that the accused, Joseph Musembi Mutuku, allegedly committed the theft between May 1, 2022, and December 30, 2023, while employed at the Cooperative Bank…
Agoro Sare ‘s Geoffrey Omondi (L)vies for the ball against Kisumu Day players during Nyanza Region Secondary School games at Kisii School.[Sammy Omingo, Standard] Kisumu Day High School rallied from behind to hold defending champions Agoro Sare High School to a 1-1 draw in a rescheduled Group A match played at Kisii School on Thursday…
High Court Judge David Majanja. High Court Judge David Majanja is dead. His family announced that he died while receiving treatment at Nairobi Hospital on Wednesday, July 10. The cause of his death has not yet been determined. Judge Majanja had served as a High Court judge since 2011, stationed at the Milimani Civil Division…
Liverpool star Darwin Nunez and other Uruguayan players were involved in a brawl with Colombia fans that broke out after their 1-0 Copa America semi-final defeat on Wednesday. Uruguayan forward Nunez fired several punches at Colombian fans after jumping into the crowd at Charlotte's Bank of America Stadium following an upset loss to Colombia. Uruguay's…
M-Sport Ford’s Gregoire Munster aims for improved performance at Tet Rally Latvia, building on momentum from Rally Poland success. When Gregoire Munster rolls into Latvia for the upcoming Tet Rally, the motorsport world will be keenly watching. The Luxembourg driver, behind the wheel of his cutting-edge Puma Rally1 Hybrid has shown promising signs of potential…