Author: Judith Mwaura

Citizen TV’s DayBreak program featured a heated debate between political activists Morara Kebaso, leader of the Inject Party, and Kasmuel McOure, a member of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM). The discussion centered on their differing political ideologies and approaches, especially in the aftermath of the Gen Z-led demonstrations earlier in the year. Kasmuel McOure criticized Morara Kebaso for allegedly using public emotions to advance personal political ambitions. He claimed that the Inject Party was formed to serve Kebaso’s presidential aspirations, lacking clear ideologies and being driven by self-interest. McOure pointed out that founding members had distanced themselves from the party,…

The Ministry of Interior has broken its silence on the viral social media phenomenon dubbed “Ruto’s cartoons,” which have been mocking President William Ruto for the past month. Speculations had been rife that individuals behind the controversial silhouettes might face arrest, but the ministry has provided clarification. Speaking on the matter, Interior Principal Secretary for Internal Security, Raymond Omollo, addressed the rumors during an interview on Citizen TV. Omollo dismissed allegations that the government intends to arrest those creating the caricatures. He also clarified that President Ruto has no plans to pursue legal action against the creators of these satirical…

Kenyans interested in sharing their opinions regarding former Prime Minister Raila Odinga’s bid for the African Union (AU) Chairmanship are invited to join the debate and actively participate in the discussion. Reports indicate that the AU Chairmanship Debate, featuring Raila Odinga, is scheduled for today, Friday, from 7 PM to 9 PM. During this event, Raila will outline his manifesto and present his ideas as he seeks to secure the AU’s top leadership position. The debate, known as Mjadala Afrika, will provide a platform for candidates to articulate their visions, priorities, and strategies for advancing the AU’s policies and achieving…

During the Jamhuri Day celebrations at Rongo Primary School in Migori County, youths disrupted the reading of President William Ruto’s speech. The unrest began when two local political factions clashed, leading to chaos that persisted throughout the day. Despite efforts by Migori Governor Ochilo Ayacko and area MP Paul Abuor to restore order, the situation continued to deteriorate. The County Commissioner, tasked with delivering the President’s speech, faced repeated interruptions from the noisy crowd and pleaded for calm, but his appeals went unanswered. Police resorted to firing shots in the air to disperse the unruly youth, but these measures had…

Francis Gaitho, a prominent Kenyan blogger, recently shared a compelling message on X (formerly Twitter) that has garnered significant attention. In his post, he highlighted various offenses committed by notable individuals, urging action against them. For instance, he mentioned former President Uhuru Kenyatta, accusing him of protecting a war criminal and providing a contact number for further action. This post has sparked widespread discussion, with many sharing and commenting on the content. One user remarked, “In case you missed this injection from Francis Gaitho. No one was spared,” indicating the comprehensive nature of Gaitho’s message. Following the circulation of his…

Raila Odinga, Kenya’s former Prime Minister, has emerged as a leading candidate for the African Union Commission (AUC) Chairmanship, garnering significant support across the continent. His extensive political experience and dedication to Pan-African ideals have positioned him as a transformative leader capable of steering Africa toward greater unity and development. Odinga’s campaign has received robust backing from the East African Community (EAC). President William Ruto has actively rallied EAC member states to support Odinga’s bid, emphasizing that his leadership would strengthen the region’s influence within the African Union. This regional endorsement underscores a collective desire for cohesive representation at the…

During the Jamhuri Day celebrations at Engineer Stadium in Nyandarua County, residents disrupted the event by walking out as County Commissioner Abdirisack Jaldesa began reading President William Ruto’s speech. Despite Governor Kiarie Badilisha’s appeal for calm, the crowd expressed dissatisfaction with the current administration, citing unfulfilled promises. Some attendees chanted anti-government slogans, with one resident stating, “We are done with Ruto; he betrayed us.” This incident reflects growing public frustration in certain regions over unmet expectations and perceived governmental shortcomings. Similar disruptions occurred in other counties, such as Migori, where residents also protested during the reading of the President’s speech.…

President William Ruto has announced significant enhancements to the Hustler Fund, a key initiative under his administration’s Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda. The fund’s borrowing limits have been tripled for over two million diligent borrowers, and the repayment period has been extended from 14 to 30 days.  The introduction of the Bridge Loan product allows borrowers to access up to three times their current credit limit at an unchanged annual interest rate of eight percent. This adjustment is based on a newly implemented credit scoring system that categorizes borrowers into nine bands, from A1 (excellent) to C3 (poor). For instance, a…

A funeral in Ngurubani, Mwea Constituency, Kirinyaga County, was thrown into disarray when a swarm of bees attacked mourners, leading to several injuries and hospitalizations. The incident occurred as attendees were preparing to lay former teacher Faith Njeri Murigu to rest. The bees descended upon the gathering just after the funeral procession returned from a service at ACK St. Luke Wanguru Church and was moving towards the gravesite. The sudden attack caused panic, with many mourners fleeing to safety. Among the injured were family members and clergymen, who were subsequently taken to the hospital for treatment. Reverend Irene Gitari recounted…

Two police officers, Constable Benson Kamau and Corporal Isaiah Muragiri, have appeared in court regarding the death of Rex Kanyike Masai, who was fatally shot during anti-Finance Bill demonstrations in Nairobi in June 2024. Both officers deny being present at the scene of the shooting. Constable Kamau testified that on June 20, he was assigned to undercover intelligence duties near Museum Hill and did not enter the Central Business District (CBD) that week. He stated, “I never went to the CBD the entire week, nor did I fire any shots with my gun.”  Corporal Muragiri reported being stationed at the…