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Kenyan Footballer Gabriel Wandera Dies in Tragic Hit-and-Run Accident Former Tusker FC and Kakamega Homeboyz defender Gabriel Wandera has sadly lost his life following a tragic road accident. According to reports received by Newshub.co.ke, the talented footballer died on the morning of Sunday, April 19, after being involved in a hit-and-run incident. The accident occurred in Busia County, where Wandera had recently been playing for Division Two side Bossman Knights as he continued his football journey. The heartbreaking news of his sudden death was officially confirmed by his club through an emotional message shared on Facebook. In their statement, the…

Details Emerge on Ruto’s Upcoming Italy Visit William Ruto is expected to travel to Italy later this week for a three-day official visit, in a move aimed at strengthening the already strong relationship between Kenya and the European nation. The trip comes at a time when Kenya is actively seeking to expand its global partnerships and attract more investment to support key development projects. Earlier, President Ruto had indicated that one of the main goals of the visit would be to secure close to Ksh1 billion in funding to help upgrade the Nyamira County Referral Hospital. This project is seen…

Dr. Isaac Kaberia Kubai has once again secured a place at the helm of Kenya’s pension management system after being reappointed to the board of the National Social Security Fund (NSSF). His new three-year term officially began on April 17, 2026, marking a continuation of his role in overseeing the savings of millions of Kenyan workers. The reappointment was formally published through a gazette notice issued on the same day, confirming that Dr. Kaberia will continue serving as a trustee responsible for guiding the fund’s strategic direction and ensuring the safety of contributors’ retirement benefits. This move signals confidence in…

Joyce Omondi Announces Exit From Citizen TV’s Rauka Show Renowned gospel singer and media personality Joyce Omondi has officially announced that she is stepping away from her role at Citizen TV, marking the end of her time as host of the popular Sunday gospel show, Rauka. In a heartfelt message shared on her social media platforms on Saturday, April 18, Omondi revealed that the Sunday, April 19 episode would be her final appearance on the show. She encouraged her viewers and loyal fans to tune in and make the moment special as she prepared to say goodbye. Her announcement carried…

Bungoma County Governor Ken Lusaka has announced a fresh round of cabinet changes just days after dismissing all County Executive Committee Members (CECMs), in a move that has drawn public attention and legal scrutiny. The latest reshuffle comes shortly after a court directed that the dismissed officials be reinstated, forcing the county leadership to adjust its approach while awaiting a final legal decision. In a statement released on Saturday, April 18, Lusaka explained that the changes would take effect immediately. He emphasized that the main goal was to ensure that government services in Bungoma County continue without interruption, despite the…

Government Announces Fresh State Appointments and Reappointments Across Key Sectors The Kenyan government has rolled out a new list of appointments and reappointments affecting several state corporations, commissions, and public boards. These changes, published through a gazette notice on Friday, reflect ongoing efforts by different Cabinet Secretaries to restructure and strengthen leadership in critical sectors such as finance, law, education, and public enterprises. One of the key highlights is the appointment of Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) Chief Executive Officer, Frank Mwiti, who has been selected to serve on a special panel responsible for recruiting independent directors for government-owned enterprises. This…

Ruto Reappoints Key Leaders in Government Agencies to Strengthen Service Delivery President William Ruto has announced a fresh round of re-appointments affecting several top positions in government agencies and state corporations. The move, made through an official gazette notice dated Friday, April 17, 2026, is aimed at improving efficiency, continuity, and service delivery across key sectors of the economy. The changes mainly touch on leadership roles in institutions linked to energy, trade, and regional development. By retaining experienced individuals in these positions, the government appears focused on maintaining stability while pushing forward ongoing projects and reforms. One of the notable…

Atwoli Issues Strong Warning to Employers Over Delayed Salary Increases The Secretary General of the Central Organisation of Trade Unions (COTU), Francis Atwoli, has issued a firm and direct warning to employers across Kenya over what he described as continued refusal and delay in increasing workers’ salaries despite existing agreements and government directives. Speaking on Saturday, April 18, during a COTU shop stewards’ meeting held in Nairobi, Atwoli strongly criticised the Federation of Kenyan Employers (FKE) and other private sector employers. He accused them of failing to honour signed Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBAs), which are meant to guide salary reviews…

Wetang’ula Calls for Tough Criminal Action Against Governors Who Ignore Parliament Summons National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has intensified pressure on county leaders by demanding the immediate introduction of criminal penalties for governors who refuse to appear before parliamentary committees when summoned. He warned that governors who continue ignoring Parliament risk facing legal consequences, as the long-running dispute over accountability for public funds continues to grow more serious across the country. Wetang’ula said the increasing cases of governors failing to honour summons—especially when asked to respond to reports from the Auditor-General involving billions of shillings allocated to counties—undermine transparency, democratic…

Kenyan Shilling Gains Strength as Central Bank of Kenya Gives New Outlook The Kenyan shilling has continued to strengthen against the United States dollar, offering some relief and reducing concerns about its short-term stability. This improvement comes at a time when global markets are still affected by uncertainty linked to the ongoing Middle East conflict. According to data released by the London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG), the local currency was trading at about Ksh129.05 per US dollar on Thursday, April 16, 2026. This shift follows actions and interventions by the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK), which has been working to…