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The swearing-in ceremony for Professor Kithure Kindiki as Kenya’s new Deputy President has faced delays following legal actions taken by allies of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. Initially, the National Assembly confirmed Kindiki’s appointment after Gachagua’s impeachment, a decision upheld by the Senate due to Gachagua’s alleged violations of the constitution. However, Gachagua’s defense team contested this process in court, arguing procedural flaws and lack of a fair hearing during the impeachment. The High Court responded by issuing conservatory orders halting the swearing-in until the case receives further judicial review, with a hearing slated for late October​. Despite parliamentary approval…

Kenyan President William Ruto was recently removed from the speaker lineup at the London Africa Summit, an event focused on promoting business partnerships between Africa and international investors. While no official reason was given for his removal, the decision follows ongoing discussions about African leaders’ representation at global summits. Ruto has previously expressed a desire for African countries to take a more collective stance in international engagements, favoring African Union (AU) representation rather than each leader attending individually. This position aligns with his stance that Africa’s presence at such summits should reflect unified interests rather than individual national representations​. This…

Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino has voiced strong criticism toward the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) regarding the recent detention of social media influencer Maverick Aoko. Owino demanded that Aoko be released, accusing the DCI of “abductions” and warning that, should the issue not be addressed promptly, he and others would resort to occupying DCI offices. This statement reflects a growing wave of support for Aoko, with many Kenyans and online followers using #FreeAoko to call for transparency in her case. Owino’s response highlights public frustration with what some see as an unjust arrest over allegedly controversial social…

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua recently addressed the residents of Murang’a (commonly referred to as Murima) following his impeachment by the National Assembly and subsequent Senate review. Amid the heated political climate, Gachagua urged his supporters to stay calm and peaceful regardless of the court’s final ruling on his case, emphasizing that a time would come for the region, often represented symbolically by Mount Kenya, to voice its stance. His message was seen as a call for resilience and patience, even as he faces significant legal and political hurdles. The impeachment process, which Gachagua claims was politically motivated, centers on accusations…

The story about kidnappers using perfume samples to make people faint and then stealing their organs is a longstanding urban myth that has circulated globally, especially online. There are no verified reports or reliable evidence confirming that criminals are using perfume or other scents to render people unconscious in order to kidnap them or harvest organs. While the fear around these stories is understandable, law enforcement agencies have frequently clarified that they have no substantiated cases of this happening. The myth likely stems from a mixture of true, unrelated incidents and fabricated stories spread via social media and emails to…

In Kenya, opposition leaders Kalonzo Musyoka and Eugene Wamalwa have accused President William Ruto’s administration of enabling widespread abductions and mistreatment of civilians, especially opposition supporters. The two leaders voiced these accusations at a rally in Kitengela, where they alleged that government forces have been unlawfully detaining and torturing civilians, particularly those who protest the Finance Bill of 2024. This bill, which has faced heavy criticism due to its increased taxation policies, has led to public outcry and demonstrations that were met with a forceful government response. Musyoka and Wamalwa now plan to seek justice for these alleged abuses at…

Kisumu County Finance CEC George Okong’o was recently embroiled in controversy after being detained briefly for contempt of court alongside the County Chief Officer Paul Waweru. The two faced jail time over an unpaid Sh5 million debt to a legal firm. They were temporarily held but managed to secure their release after paying a fine. This case has attracted significant attention, underscoring tensions around court orders involving county officials and the National Treasury’s financial delays, which officials cited as a cause for non-payment​. The incident highlights broader governance issues in Kisumu, where financial management practices have recently drawn scrutiny. Okong’o…

Tragedy struck during a wedding ceremony in Maweni, Kilifi County, where police shot and killed a 17-year-old boy. According to reports, the incident occurred while the young man was attending the celebration with friends. Eyewitnesses claimed that chaos erupted when a police officer entered the event and opened fire, resulting in the immediate death of the teenager​. The boy’s family expressed their heartbreak and anger, stating that their son had dreams and a future ahead of him that have now been tragically cut short. They are demanding justice and accountability from the police for this unnecessary loss of life​. This…

At Maseno University, a wave of protests erupted as students voiced strong objections to alleged election interference, accusing the administration of imposing a preferred candidate as the student president. Tensions mounted after students claimed that the university leadership bypassed the electoral process, appointing a leader seen as a puppet rather than someone who truly represented student interests. The campus quickly became the scene of intense demonstrations, with students barricading nearby roads, lighting bonfires, and clashing with law enforcement officers who were deployed to control the unrest. The protests took a more violent turn after some students were reportedly injured in…

The current political atmosphere in Kenya’s Mt. Kenya region has become increasingly tense, with a marked division emerging within the region’s political landscape. This split, driven by factional disagreements between President William Ruto’s supporters and those loyal to his Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, has led to separate camps vying for influence. While Ruto’s allies, led by politicians like Mwangi Kiunjuri, seek to establish unity through organized conventions in locations such as Naivasha or Mombasa, Gachagua’s supporters are focusing on consolidating a base in Nyeri. The widening rift is reportedly causing visible tensions among Mt. Kenya residents, many of whom had…