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Charlene Ruto Speaks Out on the Death of Albert Ojwang, Calls for National Healing and Youth Responsibility President William Ruto’s daughter, Charlene Ruto, has expressed her sorrow over the death of Albert Ojwang, joining many Kenyans in mourning the late teacher and social media personality. After keeping silent for a week following the tragic incident, Charlene finally spoke out during the Youth Leadership Forum held in Nairobi. She used the platform to call for a moment of national reflection and urged Kenyan youth to take part in creating a more peaceful and tolerant society. Charlene led the forum’s 106 participants…

Embakasi East MP Paul Ongili, also known as Babu Owino, has raised the alarm over the continued presence of police officers wearing masks during protests, defying a recent court ruling. He has urged Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja to enforce a judgment that declared the use of masks by law enforcement during public demonstrations illegal. In a strongly worded statement, Babu Owino criticized the blatant disregard of the ruling made by Justice Bahati Mwamuye. The judge had ruled that police officers covering their faces while handling protests goes against the values of accountability and transparency. The court emphasized that…

Kenya Air Force Plane Crashes, Two Officers Feared Dead in Kwale Two Kenya Air Force officers tragically lost their lives on Saturday, June 14, following a plane crash in Kwale County. The fatal incident occurred in Ndavaya, Kinango area, and was officially confirmed by County Commissioner Stephen Orinde. The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) also issued a statement acknowledging the crash and shedding light on the circumstances that may have led to the unfortunate event. While the military confirmed that two officers were on board the aircraft, they did not clearly state whether both officers had died in the crash. “Earlier…

EPRA Announces New Fuel Prices for June–July The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has released the new fuel prices for the period between June 15 and July 14, 2025, and there is a mix of changes affecting motorists across the country. According to EPRA’s latest review published on Saturday, June 14, the price of super petrol has gone up, while diesel and kerosene prices have gone down. Super petrol will now cost Ksh2.69 more per litre. At the same time, diesel has been reduced by Ksh1.95 per litre, and kerosene has dropped by Ksh2.06 per litre. This means that…

A new turn in the investigation into the death of Kenyan blogger Albert Ojwang has come to light following the release of CCTV footage capturing the moments leading up to his death. The video, which was reviewed by Newshub.co.ke, shows a police vehicle arriving at Mbagathi Hospital at exactly 1:35 am. Three police officers step out of the vehicle, with two of them seen having a short conversation before heading toward the hospital’s casualty department. Meanwhile, Ojwang is left alone in the back of the police vehicle, receiving no immediate medical attention. Two minutes later, at 1:37 am, the same…

A man from Nakuru who became famous after a video showed him fearlessly chasing police officers with a machete during recent protests has now been found in serious condition. After going missing for days, he was discovered in Thika, badly injured and barely conscious. He is currently receiving treatment in hospital, and his condition has been described as critical. Viral Video of Brave Protester The man went viral after he was caught on camera during the height of protests in Nakuru. The protests had entered their second day, triggered by the shooting of a civilian by police officers. In the…

Decentralized Finance (DeFi) refers to a new and growing financial system built on blockchain technology. Unlike traditional finance, it operates in an open, permissionless, and decentralized manner, without depending on banks or central institutions. One of the key differences between DeFi and traditional loan management is the elimination of intermediaries. In the DeFi model, borrowers and lenders connect directly, with smart contracts handling the terms, execution, and enforcement of loan agreements. According to market reports, the global DeFi sector was valued at $13.61 billion in 2022, and it is projected to grow at an impressive compound annual growth rate (CAGR)…

Albert Ojwang’s Death Sparks Protests as Innocent Man Is Beaten by Mob Mistaken for Undercover Cop On June 12, 2025, chaos erupted in Nairobi as thousands of Kenyans flooded the streets to protest the death of blogger Albert Ojwang, who died while in police custody. The demonstrations, which turned tense in several parts of the city, brought business to a standstill and triggered incidents of mob violence. One man who became an unexpected victim during the protests was Kirima Wa Thùgùnùi. Kirima, an employee of the CEO at Greton Hotel, was simply trying to get home after work. But as…

Chaos broke out in Nairobi’s Central Business District (CBD) on Friday, June 13, 2025, after a group of furious hawkers set fire to a Nairobi City County government vehicle near Afya Centre. According to footage seen by Newshub.co.ke, the vehicle was flipped over and engulfed in flames. Police officers had to intervene by firing teargas canisters to control the angry crowd and restore order. The confrontation occurred in the heart of the city following a heated exchange between the hawkers and Nairobi county enforcement officers, commonly referred to as kanjo. The clash was reportedly triggered by an ongoing standoff between…

Fuel Tanker Explosion Sparks Huge Fire in Nakuru A huge fire broke out early Saturday morning, June 14, at Barnabas stage in the Pipeline area of Nakuru County, after a fuel tanker exploded. The incident led to several other tankers catching fire, causing panic and chaos in the area. Videos shared with Newshub.co.ke captured the intense flames engulfing multiple tankers, lighting up the night sky. Emergency responders quickly arrived at the scene and began efforts to control the raging fire, which posed a serious threat to nearby buildings and homes. Although the exact cause of the explosion is still unknown,…