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Drama as Woman Selling Bhang and Illicit Brews Interrupts President Ruto’s Event A dramatic moment unfolded during a public event tied to President William Ruto’s crackdown on illicit alcohol and drug abuse when a woman unexpectedly took the microphone, openly admitting she sells bhang (cannabis) and illegal alcoholic brews — and even greeted her customers who were in the crowd. The incident occurred during a community gathering where officials were discussing the government’s intensified efforts to eliminate the harmful trade in illicit alcohol and narcotics. Things took an unforeseen turn when a local woman stepped up confidently to the microphone.…

A petition has been submitted to Parliament calling for the removal of former Bomet Governor Isaac Ruto from the Judicial Service Commission (JSC), following claims that he engaged in partisan political activities that undermine the independence of the Judiciary. The petition was filed by advocate Eric Muriuki, who accuses Isaac Ruto of openly associating with the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party while serving as a member of the JSC. According to the petition, Isaac Ruto attended a UDA National Governing Council (NGC) meeting held at State House on January 26. The meeting was chaired by President William Ruto, who…

The United States has once again confirmed its strong and long-standing partnership with Kenya, with a major focus on trade, investment, and wider strategic cooperation between the two countries. This assurance followed high-level talks between President William Ruto and U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau, who paid a courtesy call to State House, Nairobi, on Thursday, January 29, during his two-day official visit to Kenya. During the meeting, the two leaders held in-depth discussions on the current state of Kenya–U.S. relations, particularly in the area of trade. President Ruto emphasized that Kenya remains fully committed to deepening its ties…

Ruto Outlines Kenya’s Support for South Sudan’s 2026 Elections President William Ruto has announced that Kenya will play an active role in supporting South Sudan as it prepares for its long-delayed general elections scheduled for December 2026. The pledge comes at a time when South Sudan continues to struggle with political tensions, insecurity, and an uncertain peace process. In a statement shared on his official social media platforms on January 28, President Ruto said Kenya was ready to help strengthen South Sudan’s electoral systems to ensure the polls are credible, peaceful, and well-organised. He explained that Kenya would offer both…

Uhuru Denies Claims He Asked Gachagua to Organise Mt Kenya Political Meeting Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has strongly denied claims circulating on social media that he directed Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua to organise a major political meeting bringing together leaders from the Mt Kenya region. In an official statement released on Thursday, Uhuru dismissed the claims as false and misleading. He cautioned members of the public against spreading or sharing unverified information that is wrongly attributed to him, especially on social media platforms where misinformation can spread quickly. The statement, issued through his Secretary of…

Woman Falls to Her Knees as She Appeals to President Ruto for Business Support President William Ruto has pledged extra support to a woman entrepreneur after an emotional moment during the Nyota Fund distribution event held at Gusii Stadium in Kisii County. The woman moved the crowd when she fell to her knees and pleaded directly with the President to help her revive her struggling business dreams. The woman explained that she had previously been running a clothing business, but due to financial challenges, she was forced to shut it down. After closing the business, she planned to venture into…

For many years, social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp have been free digital spaces where people connect, chat, share photos, run businesses, and follow news. Billions of users around the world, including millions of Kenyans, have enjoyed these services without paying any direct fees. However, that long-standing culture of free social media may soon begin to change. Meta, the technology company that owns Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, is reportedly preparing to introduce paid subscription plans for its platforms. These plans could require some users to pay a monthly fee to access certain features. While this move may…

MrBeast Helps 1,000 Kenyans Access Life-Changing Medical Surgeries Popular American YouTuber and philanthropist Jimmy Donaldson, widely known as MrBeast, has helped fund and organize medical surgeries for 1,000 Kenyans suffering from different health conditions that required surgical treatment. The beneficiaries were featured in a YouTube video released by MrBeast this week. The video highlights men and women who had been living with treatable medical conditions such as hernias, thyroid complications, and eye problems, but were unable to access care due to financial challenges and limited healthcare services in their regions. According to the video, the initiative focused on patients from…

United Opposition to Unveil Single Candidate to Challenge Ruto in 2027 The United Opposition has announced plans to name a single presidential candidate to face President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election, saying the decision is meant to show unity and strengthen their chances of winning. The coalition said the candidate will be unveiled after the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) holds its National Delegates Conference. The announcement was made during the Democratic Party of Kenya’s National Delegates Conference held at Ufungamano House in Nairobi. During the event, opposition leaders also revealed that they plan to take legal…

Opposition Leaders Meet IEBC at Anniversary Towers The opposition has finally spoken about their unexpected visit to the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) offices at Anniversary Towers on Wednesday, January 28. The delegation was led by Deputy President William Ruto’s former running mate, Rigathi Gachagua of the Democratic Party (DP), and included prominent leaders such as Kalonzo Musyoka of the Wiper Patriotic Front, Martha Karua of the Progressive Liberal Party (PLP), Eugene Wamalwa of DAP-K, and Jubilee’s deputy party leader, Fred Matiang’i. After the meeting, the leaders spoke to the media, sharing details of the discussions and highlighting the…