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Breakthrough Reached in Talks Between Government and UASU Over Lecturers’ Strike There seems to be light at the end of the tunnel in the ongoing lecturers’ strike after a major breakthrough was achieved in a crucial meeting between the government and the Universities Academic Staff Union (UASU). The high-level meeting, held on Tuesday, November 4, brought together top officials from the Ministry of Education, the Ministry of Treasury, the National Assembly, and the UASU leadership. The talks, facilitated by the National Assembly Committee on Education, were aimed at finding a lasting solution to the 48-day-long strike that has paralyzed learning…

Widow of Officer Killed While Guarding KCSE Exams Speaks Out, Appeals for Government Support The family of the police officer who was tragically shot dead and had his gun stolen while manning a KCSE examination container in Turkana has spoken for the first time, appealing for help and justice from the government. On Tuesday, the grieving family, led by the officer’s widow, expressed deep sorrow over the loss, describing him as the sole provider and a pillar of strength for the entire extended family. They said his untimely death has left a painful gap that will be hard to fill.…

A senior clerk working at the Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company Limited (NCWSC) has been fined Ksh8.5 million by the Milimani Anti-Graft Court after being found guilty of using a forged academic certificate to secure a job at the state-owned utility firm. The employee reportedly presented a fake Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) certificate when applying for the job at NCWSC back on November 9, 2011. Using the falsified document, he successfully gained employment and managed to work at the company for more than ten years. During that period, he unlawfully earned more than Ksh8 million in salaries…

Former Ruaraka OCS Nahashon Mutua: From Police Command to Life Sentence at Kamiti Maximum Prison The story of former Ruaraka Police Station Officer Commanding Station (OCS) Nahashon Mutua, now serving a life sentence at Kamiti Maximum Security Prison, remains one of the most shocking and painful examples of police brutality in Kenya. His fall from a respected police officer to a convicted murderer stands as a powerful warning about the dangers of power abuse and how such actions can destroy both lives and careers. It is also a wake-up call to the entire police service on the need for accountability…

Chaos as Police Clash with Residents Protesting Over Missing MP Aspirant Tension filled the air in Maraba, Tinderet constituency, after police officers fired teargas at residents who had taken to the streets to demand answers over the mysterious disappearance of parliamentary aspirant Shadrack Maritim. The angry residents, waving tree branches and carrying banners with messages calling for justice, said they were tired of waiting for updates from authorities. Maritim, who was eyeing the Tinderet MP seat, has been missing for more than a week since he reportedly vanished on October 27. According to several videos seen by Newshub.co.ke, the demonstrations…

ODM Leaders Divided Over President Ruto’s 2027 Support After Raila’s Death The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) is facing deep internal divisions over whether to support President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election following the death of its long-time leader, Raila Odinga. What was once Kenya’s most united opposition movement has now been thrown into uncertainty, with key figures sending mixed signals about the party’s next political direction. ODM Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna was among the first to break ranks, openly declaring that he would not support any decision by the party to back President Ruto in 2027. Sifuna stated that…

Oburu Oginga Declares Himself a Gen Z as He Campaigns for ODM Candidate Harrison Kombe in Magarini Siaya Senator Oburu Oginga sparked excitement during ODM’s campaign rally in Magarini after declaring that he is part of Generation Z. Addressing the crowd, Oburu said, “Mimi ni Gen Z na ODM ni chama cha Gen Z kama mimi,” meaning “I am Gen Z, and ODM is a Gen Z party like me.” His remarks left the crowd cheering and laughing, but the statement also carried a strong message about ODM’s connection with young people. Oburu was in Magarini to lead campaigns for…

Tanzania Orders All Kenyan Gen Z Protesters to Surrender Immediately Tension has escalated between Kenya and Tanzania after Tanzanian police reportedly ordered all Kenyan Gen Z protesters who crossed the border to join demonstrations in Tanzania to surrender immediately. The directive has sent shockwaves across social media, sparking heated debates and concern from human rights groups in both countries. According to reports, Tanzanian authorities issued the order after intelligence revealed that several young Kenyan activists had joined their Tanzanian counterparts in the ongoing protests that have rocked parts of Dar es Salaam, Arusha, and Mwanza. The protests, largely driven by…

Embakasi East Member of Parliament, Babu Owino, has issued a stern warning to Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu, urging her to take a moment of deep reflection over the growing unrest in her country following reports of post-election violence. In a strongly worded statement released on Saturday, November 1, Owino expressed concern that Tanzania’s democratic values were under serious threat. He cautioned that imposing measures such as curfews, internet blackouts, and other restrictive actions would only make the already tense situation worse instead of restoring peace. The Kenyan lawmaker warned that unless swift and genuine action is taken, Tanzania could easily…

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has expressed deep admiration for the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, saying that he is greatly inspired by Raila’s political journey and leadership style. Gachagua noted that he is following in Raila’s political footsteps as he works to strengthen his own movement and challenge President William Ruto’s administration. Speaking on Saturday, November 1, Gachagua described Raila as a political genius who consistently managed to rise again even after facing defeat. He said Raila’s ability to reinvent himself and remain relevant in politics for decades was something few leaders could achieve. The Democracy for the…