Author: Editor

29, 2025, a tragic accident occurred along the Embu-Meru Highway near Kibugua, involving a Toyota Probox (registration KDC 294Y) transporting miraa (muguka) and a lorry. The Probox, traveling from Embu to Meru, lost control and collided head-on with the oncoming lorry. The driver and one passenger of the Probox were confirmed dead at the scene, while a third passenger sustained serious injuries and was rushed to the hospital for treatment. The lorry driver suffered minor injuries and was treated at Chuka Hospital before being discharged. The impact of the collision left both vehicles severely damaged, with the Probox almost completely…

Kakamega Deputy Governor Ayub Savula recently faced public backlash after criticizing Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and Senator Cleophas Malala. During a public event in Kakamega, Savula’s remarks were met with loud heckling from the audience, reflecting widespread disapproval of his comments. The incident highlights the deepening political divisions within the Mulembe community. Savula’s criticism of Gachagua and Malala, both prominent figures in the region, has intensified tensions among their supporters. This clash underscores the challenges of uniting the community ahead of the 2027 elections, as differing political loyalties continue to strain relationships. In response to the incident, Savula’s supporters have…

Uhuru Kenyatta Calls for Africa’s Self-Reliance After US Cuts Aid Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has shared a strong opinion on the recent decision by US President Donald Trump to suspend foreign aid, urging African nations to focus on self-reliance rather than depending on external support. Speaking at the East Africa Region Global Health Security Summit, Kenyatta addressed the emotional reactions to the suspension, particularly the widespread distress over the loss of aid. He recalled seeing people upset, with some even crying, after hearing about the aid freeze. In his statement, Kenyatta expressed disbelief over such responses, questioning why people were…

A devastating midair collision took place on January 29, 2025, involving an American Airlines passenger plane and a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. The crash occurred around 9 p.m. EST (5:00 a.m. local time), as American Airlines Flight 5342, a Bombardier CRJ-700 aircraft carrying 64 people (60 passengers and four crew members), was nearing the airport after departing from Wichita, Kansas. At the same time, the Black Hawk helicopter, which was on a training mission with three soldiers onboard, was operating nearby. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) confirmed that the two aircraft collided midair,…

A suspected member of the outlawed Mungiki sect has been killed, and several houses were set on fire in the South Ngariama ranching scheme in Murinduko ward, Mwea-East. The violent incident occurred after residents, frustrated by the Mungiki group’s activities in the area, took action to drive them out. According to local reports, over 500 residents from South Ngariama banded together to confront the suspected Mungiki members, who had allegedly been extorting money from the locals and stealing livestock. In the chaos, seven semi-permanent houses were set ablaze on one day, and more than ten others were burned the following…

Governor George Natembeya of Trans Nzoia County has expressed his dissatisfaction with the level of development in Western Kenya. He highlighted that while President William Ruto has been inaugurating large-scale projects in other regions, his visits to Western Kenya have been limited to launching small-scale initiatives, such as water taps and transformers. This disparity in development attention has led to feelings of neglect among residents of Western Kenya. In his statements, Governor Natembeya emphasized that the region deserves more substantial investments and infrastructure projects. He pointed out that the inauguration of a single water tap, which costs millions of taxpayers’…

The National Assembly has given the Ministry of Health and representatives from the Social Health Authority (SHA) a two-week deadline to discuss and present a detailed report on the key challenges facing the new healthcare system. This directive came from the Speaker of the National Assembly, Moses Wetangula, during a Mid-term retreat in Naivasha. Wetangula instructed Robert Pukose, the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Health, to meet with SHA representatives and prepare a comprehensive report to be tabled before the house by February 11. He emphasized the need for action, saying, “I hereby direct the Chairperson, Hon. Robert Pukose,…

The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) has encountered a setback in its plan to hold a mid-year series for the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) exams. The High Court has temporarily suspended this decision, putting a hold on KNEC’s plans for the retake exams. KNEC had previously announced the mid-year exams, offering a second opportunity for students who wanted to improve their results from last year’s exams. However, the court’s ruling has paused these plans for now. In a ruling delivered on January 29, Kisii High Court Lady Justice Odera Teresa Achieng stated that the petition filed by Nakuru-based…

President William Ruto has further strengthened the relationship between Kenya and Egypt by signing 12 new Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with the North African country. During a joint press conference at the Presidential Headquarters in Cairo, Ruto and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi announced the successful signing of the 12 MoUs, which expand upon four earlier agreements made in 2024. These new MoUs represent a significant milestone in the growing partnership between the two nations. In his speech, President Ruto highlighted that the new agreements mark a pivotal moment in deepening the collaboration between Kenya and Egypt. This follows productive…

The delayed reconstitution of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has raised fresh concerns regarding the review of electoral boundaries. There are growing fears that the country may not be able to create new constituencies in time for the 2027 general election. During a mid-term retreat for Members of Parliament in Naivasha, National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula expressed concerns that the delay in appointing new IEBC commissioners could disrupt the crucial boundary review process, which has not been conducted since 2012. “The delay in reconstituting the IEBC has caused a halt in several essential activities, such as the review…