Author: Judith Mwaura

The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has announced plans to revoke the licenses of 42 television stations operating across the country. In a Gazette notice dated September 12, the CA Director General, David Mugonyi, explained that the move is being undertaken in line with the Kenya Information and Communications Act (Cap. 411). According to the notice, the revocation process will be carried out within the next seven days. Some well-known television stations on the list include Metropol TV, Mount Kenya TV, Kingdom Ambassadors TV, and Tourism and Wildlife TV (popularly known as Safari Channel), among others. Mugonyi noted that once…

President William Ruto has announced a fresh wave of government appointments, filling leadership roles in five key parastatals. The changes were published in the Kenya Gazette on September 12, marking another step in reshaping the leadership of state agencies under his administration. One of the most notable shifts is at the National Fund for the Disabled of Kenya, where Ruto appointed Prof. Francis Ndungu Kibera as the new chairperson of the Board of Trustees. The appointment took effect immediately. “In exercise of the powers conferred by clause 11 (b) of the Deed and Declaration of Trust, 1981 of the National…

Teachers Heckle KUPPET Secretary General at Ruto’s State House Forum Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) Secretary General Akello Misori on Saturday afternoon faced a dramatic moment at State House, Nairobi, after part of the crowd of teachers began heckling him as he delivered his speech. The incident took place during the Walimu na Rais (Teachers with the President) forum, which brought together about 10,000 teachers for a meeting with President William Ruto. Misori had been invited to the podium to share his remarks, but trouble started when he raised concerns about how Junior Secondary Schools (JSS) are being…

Uhuru and Gachagua Join Forces Ahead of Mbeere North By-Election Former President Uhuru Kenyatta’s Jubilee Party and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s Democratic Change Party (DCP) have agreed to work together in the upcoming Mbeere North parliamentary by-election set for November 27. The two leaders, who have in the past been seen on different political paths, now appear to be uniting their parties under a broader opposition strategy. The announcement was confirmed by Jubilee’s Deputy Organising Secretary Pauline Njoroge. Speaking shortly after Gachagua declared that DCP would not be fielding a candidate, Njoroge said Jubilee would also stay out of…

Murang’a MCAs Decline Ruto’s State House Invitation Amid Bribery Allegations Some Members of the County Assembly (MCAs) from Murang’a County have openly rejected an invitation to attend a meeting at State House, Nairobi, alleging that the invitation came with a promise of cash rewards. The MCAs claimed they were offered Ksh300,000 each as an inducement to honour the invitation, a move they described as a misuse of public funds. Speaking on Friday, September 12, the group of MCAs, who were in the company of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, accused President William Ruto of encouraging corruption at the highest level…

SHA Introduces New Leadership and Announces 500 Job Vacancies The Social Health Authority (SHA) has unveiled a major leadership shake-up by appointing four new directors after completing a competitive recruitment process that officially began on July 29, 2025. In a statement released on Friday, September 12, the SHA Board, chaired by Abdi Mohamed, confirmed the appointments of Diana Marion, Golda Larissa Akolo, Mohammed Alio Ibrahim, and Jonathan Liesen as the new directors. The appointments mark an important step in strengthening the Authority’s leadership as it pushes forward with reforms in the healthcare sector. According to the Board, Diana Marion will…

Politician Arrested as Probe into Lawyer Mbobu’s Murder Intensifies The investigations into the shocking murder of city lawyer Kyalo Mbobu have taken a dramatic turn after police arrested George Wainaina, the Secretary General of the Kenya African National Union (KANU), alongside two other individuals on Thursday evening. Reports indicate that Wainaina was among the last people to interact with Mbobu before he was gunned down by unknown attackers on Tuesday, September 9. Sources revealed that the politician had shared a meal with the lawyer at a Nairobi hotel just hours before the fatal shooting. Authorities are now trying to piece…

Chaos as Two Kisii MPs Fight During Public Funeral Drama broke out in Kisii County after two Members of Parliament got into a fistfight in front of mourners during a funeral in Sensi Ward. The incident happened on Saturday at the burial of Salome Ongwae, the stepmother of former Kisii Governor James Ongwae. The clash involved Kitutu Chache South MP Anthony Kibagendi and Kitutu Chache North MP Japheth Nyakundi, who belong to rival political factions. What was meant to be a solemn occasion quickly turned chaotic after the two leaders exchanged harsh words and later blows. How the fight started…

Geoffrey Mosiria Visits Nairobi Man Living in Treehouse Along Jogoo Road Nairobi County politician Geoffrey Mosiria has expressed concern over the safety and living conditions of a family that has been residing in a temporary structure built on top of a tree along Jogoo Road. Mosiria revealed that he visited the site on Friday to meet the owner of the unusual home and his wife, with the intention of helping them secure a safer and more dignified housing option. Unfortunately, the family was not around during his visit as they had gone out to hustle for their daily needs. “Today,…

Senior citizens, young children, and persons with disabilities could soon visit Kenya’s national parks and reserves without paying entrance fees if new proposals by the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) are approved. According to KWS, the plan seeks to grant free entry to citizens aged 70 years and above, children under five years, and individuals living with disabilities. The move is also set to benefit workers in the tourism industry such as guides, porters, boat crews, and tour leaders, who play an important role in supporting the country’s tourism sector. The proposals are contained in the draft Wildlife Conservation and Management…