Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua claimed that the National Intelligence Service (NIS) failed to effectively inform President William Ruto about the impending magnitude of the Anti-Finance Bill protests. During a press conference in Mombasa on Wednesday, the DP claimed that the unit instead provided false information, linking him and former President Uhuru Kenyatta to the violent…
Former Kenya Tourism Federation chairman Mohammed Hersi has advised protesters planning to march to State House on Thursday, June 27, 2024, against doing so. In a statement, the hotelier said the calls to occupy State House were ill-advised as President William Ruto had conceded to the calls to reject the controversial Finance Bill 2024. “I…
Lydia Charles Moyo, Founder and Executive Director of Her Initiative. The King Baudouin Foundation has awarded the 2023-2024 Africa Prize to Her Initiative, in recognition of its work to unlock women’s economic potential, tackle the youth unemployment crisis and accelerate economic and social development in sub-Saharan Africa. Tanzania has made significant progress on women’s empowerment…
There is controversy over Lewandowski’s penalty style at Euro 2024 criticized by France’s goalie Maignan for its excessive stutter-steps. Robert Lewandowski’s penalty technique has became a focal point of discussion after a contentious moment in the Euro 2024 group stage match between Poland and France, which ended in a 1-1 draw. The match saw tensions…
Kenyan police officers and security personnel take position to protect Parliament as protesters storm the building in Nairobi, Kenya, on June 25. According to data from the Police Reforms Working Group (PRWG), at least 53 deaths occurred on Tuesday following anti-Finance Bill, 2024 protests in Nairobi. Of these fatalities, 23 were recorded between 7 am…
Saudia, the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, was named ‘The World’s Most Improved Airline’ and ranked number one for the Best Economy Class Airline Catering at the 2024 Skytrax World Airline Awards. The event was hosted by Skytrax, the international air transport rating organization, known for its evaluation of the global airline industry. The…
The athletics fraternity in Elgeyo-Marakwet County is over the moon after athletics coach Elkanah Rutto bagged the North Rift Region Tujiamini Gold award. The athletics fraternity in Elgeyo-Marakwet County has a reason to celebrate after athletics coach Elkanah Rutto bagged the North Rift Region Tujiamini Gold award in a collective show of effort by the…
City Hall has committed to covering hospital expenses for injured protesters in county-run hospitals and morgue expenses for twelve bodies. Health Executive Committee Member Susan Silantoi made this announcement as human rights groups suggested that more deaths had gone unreported following the chaotic breach of Parliament during Tuesday’s anti-Finance Bill (2024) protest. Silantoi confirmed that…
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) says it is closely monitoring the situation in Kenya following the nationwide youth-led anti-finance bill protests. In a statement, the IMF affirmed its commitment to helping Kenya overcome its economic challenges. “The IMF is closely monitoring the situation in Kenya. Our main goal in supporting Kenya is to help it…
Former world javelin champion Julius Yego achieved a historic feat at the African Championships following another gold medal but Olympics qualification is still not achieved. Julius Yego won his fifth African title following a dominant throw at the African Championships in Doula, Cameroon but did not get the Olympic qualifying standard. Yego had a throw…
The Ministry of Health’s committee established to ensure a smooth transition to the new Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) has recommended suspending the planned rollout of the system from July 1 due to problems with the digital platform designed for contribution payment and registration. The transition committee of the Social Health Authority (SHA), tasked with…
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has called on Kenyans to call off planned protests and embrace dialogue as he condoled with families of those who lost loved ones in the demonstrations. Mr Gachagua on Wednesday appealed to the young people of Generation Z and others to heed to President William Ruto’s call…
The youth in Africa and Kenya in particular have rarely taken farming as a lifetime venture owing to the misconception that it a preserve of the poor with limited prospect making it big. The stigma associated Farming as a career is so grave that even parents would not encourage their children to take up as…
A look back at Kenya’s 2017 COSAFA Cup journey showcasing emerging talents and strategic plays under coach Adel Amrouche. Seven years ago, Kenya embarked on a memorable campaign at the 2017 COSAFA Cup held in Zambia. Despite an early exit the squad showed flashes of brilliance that underscored their potential in African football. The tournament…
After a day of deadly clashes between protesters opposed to the Finance Bill and anti-riot police on Tuesday, President William Ruto has announced that he will not sign the Finance Bill 2024, finally yielding to widespread public opposition. In a statement read at State House in the company of UDA Members of Parliament, President Ruto…