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The Judiciary has finally spoken out about the recent chaos in Nairobi’s Central Business District, which led to the tragic death of blogger Albert Ojwang and the police brutality that targeted peaceful protesters earlier this week. In a statement released by Judiciary Spokesperson Paul Ndemo, the institution expressed deep concern over the violence that has been witnessed on Nairobi’s streets and the troubling events that led to the untimely death of Ojwang. The Judiciary criticized the National Police Service (NPS) for what it described as a lack of action against violent individuals, often referred to as “goons,” who have been…
Nakuru Residents Oppose Ruto’s Affordable Housing Project Near Afraha Stadium Tension is rising in Nakuru County as residents strongly oppose a planned affordable housing project on land next to the Afraha Stadium. The land in question is the Afraha Annex, a well-known space that has hosted local sports events for years, and now appears to be at the centre of a looming conflict between the county government and the community. According to reports, the Nakuru County government has identified the Afraha Annex as a potential site for the affordable housing project under President William Ruto’s plan. This has caused public…
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List of Commodities Expected to See Price Hikes The prices of several commodities in Kenya, especially food items, are expected to rise starting in June 2025, according to a new survey by the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK). In its latest Agriculture Sector Survey released on Tuesday, June 17, the CBK revealed that a large number of people surveyed expect significant increases in the prices of important cereal products and certain vegetables from June onwards. The report further noted that a majority of those interviewed also believe that the cost of sugar and cooking oil will shoot up this month.…
List of Commodities Expected to See Price Hikes The prices of several commodities in Kenya, especially food items, are expected to rise starting in June 2025, according to a new survey by the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK). In its latest Agriculture Sector Survey released on Tuesday, June 17, the CBK revealed that a large number of people surveyed expect significant increases in the prices of important cereal products and certain vegetables from June onwards. The report further noted that a majority of those interviewed also believe that the cost of sugar and cooking oil will shoot up this month.…
Mutua Criticizes Gachagua Over ‘Cousins’ Remark, Calls It Divisive and Insulting Labour Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua has harshly criticized former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua over his widely-known slogan “Hi Cousins,” saying it is disrespectful and meant to divide communities for political gain. Speaking on Tuesday, June 17, during a public event, Mutua accused Gachagua of using the “cousins” narrative as a tool to manipulate certain regions for his own political advantage. He described the slogan as an “insult” and warned that such language only fosters division rather than unity. “You keep calling us cousins as if we’re children who don’t…
“I Warned You”: Gachagua Blames Ruto and Sakaja Over Protest Violence Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has strongly criticized President William Ruto and Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja following violent protests in Nairobi sparked by the death of Albert Ojwang, who died while in police custody. Gachagua reminded Kenyans of his earlier warning that there was an alleged plan to harm or even kill protesters. His statement came after chaotic scenes unfolded in the city, where large groups of young men—some carrying batons—were seen attacking peaceful protesters in broad daylight, while the police watched without intervening. According to eyewitness reports and several…
Officer Arrested for Shooting Mask Seller During Nairobi Protests The police officer who shot and injured an unarmed mask vendor in Nairobi on Tuesday has been arrested, according to Inspector General of Police, Douglas Kanja. In an official statement issued by Police Spokesperson Muchiri Nyaga, it was confirmed that the officer was involved in the shooting of a street vendor named Eli. The incident happened during ongoing protests in Nairobi, where the officer reportedly shot the vendor at close range. The spokesperson added that the officer will be taken to court to face justice for his actions. This shooting sparked…
Kenya has emerged as one of the world’s most investment-curious countries, according to a recent study that examined online search trends related to personal finance and investing. The research looked at how often people search for investment-related topics online. In Kenya, there are around 17,288 monthly searches per one million people focusing on investments. This impressive figure places Kenya ahead of much larger and wealthier economies such as Canada, South Africa, and even the United Arab Emirates (UAE), making it the top-ranking African nation in the study. Globally, Australia holds the number one position with 29,359 monthly investment-related searches per…
On Tuesday, protests broke out in Kipkaren, located in Mosop constituency, Nandi County, as hundreds of residents filled the streets calling for Deputy Inspector General of Police Eliud Lagat to be reinstated to his job. Lagat had voluntarily stepped aside on Monday to pave the way for investigations into the death of Albert Ojwang, a popular teacher and blogger. The senior police official has been linked to the incident, which stems from a defamation case between him and the late Ojwang. Carrying twigs and chanting slogans of peace and justice, the protesters—made up of both elderly residents and young people—marched…