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Kenyan Athletes Sweep Podium at Rome Marathon, Bagging Millions in Prize Money Kenyan runners dominated the 30th edition of the Rome Marathon in Italy, securing the top three positions and walking away with millions in prize money. The prestigious race, held on Sunday, March 16, 2025, saw Kenyan athletes Robert Ng’eno, Brian Kipsang, and Joshua Kogo finish in first, second, and third place, respectively, achieving a clean podium sweep. The marathon attracted over 27,000 participants from different nationalities, with the 42-kilometer course beginning at Via dei Fori Imperiali, near the iconic Colosseum, and concluding at the historic Circo Massimo. Prize…

Several high-ranking Kenyan police officers serving in the Multinational Security Support (MSS) Mission in Haiti have been promoted in recognition of their dedication and service. The promotions were officially announced on the evening of Saturday, March 15, during a special investiture ceremony led by Force Commander Godfrey Otunge. The event, held at Logistics Support Area 2 (LSA 2), was attended by MSS Deputy Force Commander Col. Kevron and other senior officers from different MSS contingents. LSA 2 serves as a central coordination hub for various operational activities within the mission. Officers Who Received Promotions Among the officers recognized was Mr.…

Government Plans to Hire More Teachers, Says PS Omollo Interior Security Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo held a crucial meeting with officials from the Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) on Sunday, March 16. The meeting brought together representatives from all 21 KNUT branches in the Nyanza region to discuss strategies for improving the education sector in collaboration with the government. During the discussion, PS Omollo emphasized that leadership within the education sector extends beyond unions. He pointed out that many of those present could become key decision-makers in the future, following the footsteps of past leaders who transitioned into public…

Sonko Elected as National Patron of Boda Boda and Tuk Tuk Transport Union – What It Means Former Nairobi Governor Mike Mbuvi Sonko has been elected as the national Patron of the Boda Boda and Tuk Tuk Transport Cooperative Union of Kenya. The election took place on Sunday, March 16, marking a significant step for Sonko in the transport sector. Expressing his excitement on social media, Sonko assured operators in the boda boda and tuk tuk industry that he was fully committed to the role. He made several promises aimed at transforming the sector and ensuring operators’ rights are protected.…

Gatundu North MP Elijah Njoroge Kururia has disclosed that President William Ruto and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs have reached out to Vietnamese authorities in a final attempt to prevent the execution of a Kenyan woman sentenced to death. Margaret Macharia Nduta is facing the death penalty in Vietnam after being convicted of smuggling more than two kilograms of illegal drugs. She was arrested at Tân Sơn Nhất International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City, one of Vietnam’s busiest transport hubs. Her case has sparked widespread concern in Kenya, with citizens urging the government to intervene and save her life.…

Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has laid out strict conditions before considering any discussions with President William Ruto’s government. Speaking on Saturday at the Gospel Outreach Church, Joska Transformation Centre in Nairobi, Kalonzo made it clear that he has no intention of aligning himself with the government or entering into any form of cooperation, unlike some of his fellow opposition leaders. The former Vice President stated that the only reason he would engage with the government or meet with the President would be to discuss the reconstitution of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC). “I have no issue sitting…

Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has strongly criticized Nation Media Group (NMG) over its Sunday Nation headline from March 16, which suggested that former Prime Minister Raila Odinga claimed to have saved President William Ruto from a military coup. In a statement on social media, Cherargei accused the media house of misquoting Odinga, calling the headline misleading and damaging to both the opposition leader and the Kenyan military. He argued that such reporting was irresponsible and demanded that the media outlet issue an apology to the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF). Cherargei further urged Raila Odinga to take action against the publication,…

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, along with other political leaders, faced a major setback on Sunday, March 16, when they were barred from addressing congregants during a church service. Gachagua attended the Consecration and Enthronement ceremony of Bishop Canon Jonathan Kabiru at the Anglican Church of Kenya (ACK) in Makadara. He was accompanied by Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka and Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja. The event attracted both political allies and opponents of President William Ruto’s Kenya Kwanza government, creating anticipation over possible political statements. However, the atmosphere shifted when ACK Archbishop Jackson Ole Sapit made it clear that politicians…

Police Arrest Ruiru Pastor Accused of Sodomy Against TukTuk Driver Police officers in Nairobi have arrested a controversial preacher from Christ Impact Church, identified as Peter K, who had been on the run since 2022 after being accused of sodomizing a TukTuk driver. Nakuru East Police Commander, Sheila Kegode, confirmed the arrest, stating that the suspect will remain in custody as investigations continue before he is formally charged in court. The preacher had been evading arrest for more than two years despite being on the police radar in Nakuru. His church recently came under attack from angry members of the…

More than 1,300 employees, including several Kenyan journalists, are at risk of losing their jobs after being placed on administrative leave by the international media organization Voice of America (VOA). The suspension of normal operations follows the termination of funding for two major U.S. news services that primarily broadcast to countries with authoritarian governments. This decision came just a day after former U.S. President Donald Trump ordered significant budget cuts that affected the U.S. Agency for Global Media (USAGM), the parent organization of VOA, along with six other federal agencies. In a statement, the White House explained that the budget…