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Martha Karua, leader of the People’s Liberation Party, has firmly rejected the idea of working with former Prime Minister Raila Odinga again. This comes amid speculations about a potential deal between Odinga and President William Ruto. During an interview on KTN News, Karua expressed her disbelief that it would be possible to collaborate with Odinga, as he has not made a clear decision regarding whether he intends to join the current government or remain in the opposition. Karua emphasized that Odinga’s current actions, which involve working with the government without a formal agreement with President Ruto, are both unsustainable and…

MCA Simon Mumeita Saitoti Dies After Treatment Simon Mumeita Saitoti, the Member of County Assembly (MCA) for Purko Ward in Kajiado, has sadly passed away at the age of 42 while receiving treatment. His death occurred while he was undergoing medical care in Nairobi. Kajiado Governor Joseph Ole Lenku confirmed the tragic news, stating that Saitoti was admitted to a hospital on February 26. He had been scheduled for surgery but remained in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) until his passing. Governor Ole Lenku expressed his shock and sorrow over the untimely death of the MCA, describing it as a…

Following a report by BBC that accused TikTok of profiting from sexually explicit content involving minors, the Communication Authority of Kenya (CAK) has announced a major crackdown on the platform. CAK is demanding accountability from the Chinese-owned social media company over these serious allegations. In a statement released on Thursday, March 6, David Mugonyi, CEO of CAK, made it clear that if the allegations in the BBC report are found to be true, the authority will not hesitate to impose sanctions on TikTok. The accusations center around minors being involved in the sale of explicit content through livestreams, with TikTok…

The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) has confirmed that investigations are underway into two separate killings that occurred in Majengo, Nairobi. These incidents, involving police officers from the Shauri Moyo Police Station, took place on March 4 and March 5, 2025. On March 6, IPOA Chairperson Ahmed Issack Hassan released a statement detailing the ongoing investigation. He confirmed that statements have been recorded, and while one postmortem examination has already been conducted, another is still pending. The first of the two incidents occurred on March 4 at around 8:00 pm near the Majengo Social Hall. According to IPOA, police officers…

First Lady Rachel Ruto has announced the commencement of a pilot milk programme aimed at benefiting school-going children across the country. The initiative is part of the government’s broader plan to improve children’s health and energy levels, ensuring they can learn effectively. The pilot programme, which will begin in schools within Migori County, is being conducted in collaboration with the State Department for Livestock Development and the Kenya Dairy Board. In an official notice dated March 6, the First Lady revealed that the launch will take place in Migori, with the first distribution of milk set for March 7 at…

Tensions continue to rise in South Sudan as a standoff between the government and opposition threatens to destabilize the country. In response to the crisis, Kenya’s President William Ruto has stepped in to mediate in his role as the Chairperson of the East African Community (EAC). President Ruto confirmed that he had engaged in discussions with South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir Mayardit in an effort to resolve the conflict. Additionally, he held talks with the country’s First Vice President, Riek Machar, to address the deteriorating security situation. Ruto emphasized the need for open dialogue, urging both leaders to engage in…

Raila Speaks on Matiang’i’s Possible Presidential Bid Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has dismissed the possibility of former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i winning the presidency, arguing that support from Kisii County alone would not be enough to secure victory. Speaking on Thursday after meeting Kisii residents for a consultative discussion, Odinga emphasized that winning the presidency requires nationwide backing rather than support from a single community. He pointed out that unseating President William Ruto would be a tough challenge for Matiang’i. “A person seeking the presidency cannot rely solely on votes from Kisii, Luo, Luhya, or even Mount Kenya.…

KRA Cracks Down on Small Businesses Evading Taxes The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has intensified its efforts to widen the tax net by going after small-scale businesses that have been evading taxes. This initiative is spearheaded by the newly established Department of Micro and Small Taxpayers, which is specifically targeting businesses and individuals with an annual turnover of Ksh200 million and below. Acting Commissioner George Obell stated that while small and micro businesses generate a substantial amount of revenue, many of them fail to remit the required taxes. He pointed out that although a significant number of these businesses are…

Govt Clears Air on Hustler Fund Disbursement to Minors and Unborn Children The Ministry of Cooperatives has dismissed allegations that the Hustler Fund, officially known as the Financial Inclusion Fund, was given to unborn children and minors. Speaking before the National Assembly Departmental Committee on Trade on Thursday, March 6, Cooperatives Principal Secretary (PS) Susan Mang’eni denied the claims. She explained that the confusion arose due to errors in data extraction and not because of actual misallocation of funds. Mang’eni clarified that the ministry has since corrected the records, ensuring that all individuals sampled have valid identity cards and active…

Former Presidential Pilot Col. (Rtd) James Gitahi Nguyo Dies in Tragic Road Accident Retired Kenyan military and commercial pilot, Colonel (Rtd) James Gitahi Nguyo, who was widely recognized for flying former Presidents Daniel arap Moi and Mwai Kibaki, has died in a horrific road accident. Gitahi lost his life on Wednesday, March 5, following a fatal crash at Kyumvi Junction along Mombasa Highway. His vehicle collided head-on with an oncoming lorry before bursting into flames. The accident happened at around 5 PM, reducing his car to ashes and leaving his body completely burned beyond recognition. Tragically, he was the only…