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At least four people, including two Kenyans, were shot on Thursday afternoon at the Namanga border during violent protests believed to involve both Kenyan and Tanzanian citizens. According to reports, the shooting was carried out by individuals suspected to be police officers. The chaos left two Tanzanians dead and the two Kenyans seriously injured. Witnesses said the shooting took place when a large group of protesters tried to force their way through the border post, attempting to cross into Tanzania to join their counterparts who were demonstrating against what they described as unfair and rigged elections. The crowd reportedly became…

New Life Prayer Centre and Church founder, Apostle Ezekiel Odero, has faced a storm of criticism from Kenyans following his controversial remarks about the tragic plane crash that happened in Diani, Kwale County, on Tuesday, October 28. During a church service held on Thursday, October 30, Pastor Ezekiel told his congregation that he had almost boarded the same aircraft that crashed and killed 11 people. According to him, he had intended to travel from Mombasa to Nairobi on that very plane but chose not to after receiving what he described as a spiritual warning. The Kilifi-based preacher said that both…

IG Kanja Urges Kenyans to Respect Police After Foreigner Assaults Officers in Diani The Inspector General of Police, Douglas Kanja, has appealed to Kenyans to maintain mutual respect and cooperation with law enforcement officers. His remarks came after a shocking video circulated online showing a Dutch national assaulting police officers at Diani Police Station in Kwale County. In a statement released on Wednesday afternoon, National Police Service (NPS) Spokesperson Muchiri Nyaga emphasized the importance of respect and peaceful cooperation between the police and the public. He urged Kenyans to use official channels to report any grievances instead of resorting to…

US Issues Warning as Protests Erupt in Tanzania Foreigners have been cautioned to stay alert after the United States Embassy in Tanzania issued a security warning to American citizens amid widespread protests that broke out during the country’s election day. In a statement released on Wednesday, October 29, the U.S. Embassy advised its nationals living or visiting Tanzania to remain indoors and stay away from any large crowds or demonstrations as security forces confront ongoing unrest linked to the polls. “There are reports of demonstrations in multiple locations. U.S. government personnel are advised to shelter in place,” the embassy stated,…

Police Officer and Civilian Killed During Election Protests in Tanzania Tanzania witnessed a day of chaos and unrest on Wednesday, October 29, after violent protests erupted during the country’s general elections, leaving a police officer and a civilian dead. According to a statement released late Wednesday by Amnesty International’s Regional Director for East and Southern Africa, Tigere Chagutah, the organization confirmed the two deaths and called for calm amid growing tension across the country. “Reports indicating that a member of the public and a police officer have been killed during protests on election day in Tanzania are deeply concerning,” Chagutah…

There was a dramatic scene in Ruiru, Kiambu County, on Wednesday evening after a group of angry boda boda riders stormed a loan company accused of running a criminal network that targets motorcyclists. The company, which allegedly offers loans to riders, is being accused of drugging them and later stealing the same motorcycles it had financed. The riders, who mainly operate from Zimmerman in Nairobi, said they had taken motorbikes on loan from the company, only to later discover that some of the same bikes—previously reported stolen—were being displayed for sale at the company’s yard. The shocking discovery sparked outrage…

Politicians across Kenya could soon face a big challenge if a new Bill before Parliament becomes law. The proposed law aims to stop the long-standing habit of leaders branding public roads with their names, photos, or campaign messages after completing construction or rehabilitation works. This comes after Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma introduced the Kenya Roads (Amendment) Bill, 2025, which seeks to outlaw the display of personal or political signage on public roads across the country. The Bill, which has already passed the National Assembly and is now before the Senate, makes it an offense for anyone to erect…

Court Cancels Recruitment of 10,000 Police Officers as Senator Joe Nyutu Dares UDA to Expel Him Murang’a Senator Joe Nyutu has declared that he will not quit the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) despite being closely associated with former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. The outspoken legislator boldly challenged the party to expel him if they were unhappy with his stance. Speaking during an interview with Citizen TV on Thursday, October 30, Nyutu firmly stated that he is in no hurry to leave UDA and will only do so on his own terms. He insisted that his membership in the ruling…

Mosiria’s Rescue Story Ends in Tragedy as Woman Dies in Hospital A touching story that began with an act of kindness by Nairobi County Chief Officer for Environment, Geoffrey Mosiria, has sadly ended in tragedy. On October 7, Mosiria had rescued a woman who was found lying unconscious along a busy street in Nairobi’s Central Business District (CBD), where she had reportedly been for two days without anyone stepping forward to help her. At the time, Mosiria personally responded to the distress call and, together with the Nairobi County Emergency and Ambulance team from the Emergency Operations Centre (EOC), rushed…

Jubilee Party Appoints Fred Matiang’i as Deputy Party Leader and 2027 Presidential Candidate The Jubilee Party has officially appointed former Interior Cabinet Secretary Dr. Fred Matiang’i as its Deputy Party Leader. The announcement was made following a National Executive Council (NEC) meeting held on October 30, 2025. During the same meeting, the party also endorsed him as its presidential candidate for the 2027 General Election. This decision follows earlier remarks by Jubilee’s Secretary General, Jeremiah Kioni, who had revealed that the party would throw its full support behind Matiang’i in his bid for the presidency. Speaking after the NEC meeting—which…