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Scuffle Breaks Out in Nairobi CBD After Customer Allegedly Uses Fake M-Pesa Message to Pay for Smocha A brief scuffle was witnessed in Nairobi Central Business District after a disagreement erupted between a smocha vendor and a customer who allegedly presented a fake M-Pesa payment message after being served food. According to witnesses at the scene, the incident occurred after the customer ordered and received a smocha — a popular street snack made of smokie sausage wrapped in chapati and vegetables. After eating, the customer reportedly claimed to have paid through M-Pesa and showed the vendor a payment confirmation message.…

Murkomen Speaks Out on Kitengela Chaos During Sifuna Rally Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has broken his silence on the violence that erupted during a rally organized by the breakaway ODM faction led by Sifuna on Sunday, February 15, in Kitengela. Murkomen alleged that troublemakers were deliberately brought in from Machakos to disrupt the meeting, which quickly descended into chaos. Speaking in Naivasha at a Huduma na Usalama Mashinani forum, Murkomen claimed that certain individuals had been transported from Machakos to interfere with the rally, causing the disorder that was witnessed by attendees and residents alike. He emphasized that the…

Kenya Receives First Shipment of Long-Acting Injectable HIV Drug Kenya has received its first batch of the long-acting injectable HIV drug, Lenacapavir, a pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) designed to prevent new HIV infections. This marks a major step forward in Kenya’s ongoing efforts to curb the spread of HIV and enhance access to modern, patient-friendly prevention methods. The shipment, delivered on Tuesday, February 17, came through a partnership with the Global Fund and included 21,000 starter doses of the drug. These doses, sourced from the United States, will form the first phase of Kenya’s national rollout program. The initiative reflects the…

A new development has emerged in the ongoing controversy surrounding the man widely referred to online as the “Russian guy.” Authorities have now clarified that the individual at the center of the viral videos may not actually be Russian, contrary to what many social media users had believed. On Tuesday, February 17, the Russian government addressed the matter and stated that the man whose name has been circulating online is not officially confirmed to be a Russian citizen. In fact, officials noted that the name being widely shared on social media does not match any genuine Russian name. According to…

The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has officially appointed Engineer Luka Kipchumba Kimeli as its new Director General, with the appointment taking effect on February 17. The announcement was made by the Authority’s Board of Directors after consultations with the Cabinet Secretary in the Ministry of Roads and Transport, marking a significant leadership transition within one of Kenya’s key infrastructure agencies. In a formal statement, the Board confirmed that Eng. Kimeli’s appointment followed a competitive and transparent recruitment process. The process was conducted in full compliance with the Kenya Roads Act and other relevant public service regulations that guide appointments…

Sifuna Criticises Ruto–Sakaja Deal, Proposes Four Alternative Solutions Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has strongly criticised the cooperation agreement signed between the national government and Nairobi County, saying the deal raises serious legal and governance concerns that Kenyans should not ignore. Speaking to journalists on Wednesday, February 18, Sifuna questioned the process that led to the signing of the agreement between William Ruto and Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja. According to the senator, the agreement was signed without first involving members of the public, which he says is a clear violation of the Constitution. He argued that any major decision affecting the…

Governor Irungu Kang’ata Injured in Nairobi, to Stay Off Physical Duties for One Month Murang’a Governor Irungu Kang’ata has sustained a heel tendon injury following an accident that occurred in Nairobi on Wednesday, February 18. The Murang’a County Government confirmed that the incident happened while the governor was attending an international meeting in the capital. In an official statement, the county government explained that Governor Kang’ata had travelled to Nairobi to take part in a meeting organized by Nutrition International, a Canadian government-supported organization that partners with different countries to improve nutrition and strengthen public health programs. During the event,…

Govt Steps In After Fire Breaks Out at Thika Children’s Rescue Centre The government has stepped in following a fire incident at the Thika Children’s Rescue Centre, moving quickly to ensure the safety and welfare of all the children housed at the facility. The Ministry of Gender, Culture, and Children Services confirmed that 63 boys were safely evacuated after a dormitory caught fire on February 17. The fire destroyed one of the dormitories at the rescue centre. This particular dormitory had been home to children who have been living under care at the facility for several years. Although the exact…

High Court Declares Petition Against Ruto–Sakaja Deal Urgent, Sets Hearing Date The High Court has certified as urgent a petition challenging the cooperation agreement between President William Ruto and Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja. This move marks the first legal setback for the deal that was signed on Tuesday at State House. Justice Bahati Mwamuye issued directions on Wednesday, stating that the matter will be heard on March 16. By declaring the petition urgent, the court acknowledged that the issues raised are of great public importance and could significantly affect the residents of Nairobi if not addressed promptly. The case was…

Government Dismisses Claims of Civil Servants’ Salary Cuts, Assures Workers of Improved Pay The government has moved to calm growing concern among public servants by firmly dismissing reports suggesting that civil servants’ salaries are set to be reduced. Officials have clarified that there are no plans to lower pay, assuring workers that recent changes in the remuneration structure are intended to improve earnings rather than introduce salary cuts. The clarification comes after speculation circulated claiming that the government had begun revising salaries downward. These claims emerged at a time when civil servants in Kenya had just started receiving a salary…