Author: Journalist Benedict

The Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA) has strongly denied accusations that over Ksh1.03 billion collected from tea farmers in Kericho and Bomet was secretly diverted to projects in the East of the Rift Valley. In a statement issued on Tuesday, October 14, KTDA dismissed the claims—circulating mainly from some local leaders in the two counties—as deceptive, unfounded, and meant to mislead the public. The leaders had alleged that the money farmers contributed for two small hydropower projects was instead redirected to developments outside the West Rift, allegedly without consulting the farmers or getting their approval. KTDA clarified that the money…

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has moved to clarify President William Ruto’s recent remarks about major clean-up and development plans for the city, following concerns that the national government was taking over county functions. Sakaja explained that the initiatives announced by the President were not about political interference but were joint efforts meant to improve service delivery through partnerships, especially with the private sector. He pointed out that involving private companies in development projects is not only acceptable but encouraged.“For example, after collecting garbage in the city and taking it to Dandora, we are partnering with a Chinese company to generate…

A dramatic standoff unfolded on Tuesday during a National Assembly Health Committee session when Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale got into a heated verbal exchange with Kitutu Chache South MP Anthony Kibagendi. The confrontation stemmed from the closure of two health facilities allegedly linked to fraud. CS Duale claimed that the MP was connected to the facilities that had been shut down, triggering a sharp rebuttal. “I have closed your hospitals,” Duale declared loudly. Kibagendi quickly denied the allegations, saying, “I have no hospitals, and I have never owned even a dispensary.” Tensions escalated when Kibagendi accused the CS of…

The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) has officially begun constructing a new Defence Forces Welfare Services (DEFWES) Mall at Moi Barracks in Eldoret. The groundbreaking ceremony took place on Tuesday, October 14, and was led by the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), General Charles Kahariri. According to KDF, the upcoming mall will include supermarkets, restaurants, and fuel stations. These facilities are meant to provide affordable products and services to military personnel, veterans, and their families living in and around the Eldoret area. In a statement released on Monday, KDF described the project as a major milestone in improving the quality of…

Kibra Member of Parliament Peter Orero has publicly apologised to Kenyans, just hours after his driver was fined in court for a traffic offence linked to a road rage incident that went viral last week. The uproar followed a video showing Orero and his driver, George Oduor, clashing with CNN journalist Larry Madowo. In the footage, the MP’s vehicle was seen driving on the wrong side of the road, and both men were captured hurling insults at Madowo after he stood his ground and blocked them. Speaking to residents of Kibra after the backlash, Orero insisted that he respects the…

The youth arm of the Kenya African National Union (KANU) has openly rejected the new political cooperation between President William Ruto and the party’s chairman, Gideon Moi. In a strong statement released on Tuesday, October 14, the KANU Youth Congress said the agreement does not reflect the principles of the party or its young members. “We, the KANU Youth Congress, fully dissociate ourselves from the newfound partnership between our National Chairman, Hon. Gideon Kipsielei Towett Moi, and H.E. President William Ruto,” the statement said in part. According to the youth leaders, KANU’s core values are rooted in transparency, accountability, respect…

Defence Cabinet Secretary Soipan Tuya has confirmed that the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) recruitment will continue as planned, even though Nairobi County legislators have taken the matter to court. She also announced new measures to guide the process. A legal case was filed by a group of lawmakers from Nairobi, led by Senator Edwin Sifuna. They accuse the Defence Ministry of allocating too few recruitment centres in the capital, saying this could disadvantage eligible candidates from the county. Speaking on Monday, October 13, while officially launching the nationwide recruitment, Tuya said the exercise would go on unless a court issues…

Kenyan detectives are probing a Chinese national suspected of orchestrating a massive banking fraud that saw more than Ksh170 million meant for government construction projects land in an unauthorised account. According to files presented to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) Banking Fraud Unit, the man allegedly forged documents to falsely present himself as a company director. With these fake papers, he reportedly opened an illegitimate bank account and redirected payments intended for the firm. Documents seen by Kenyans.co.ke indicate that the suspect used fabricated board resolutions and counterfeit authorization letters to grant himself official powers within the company. Using…

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has strongly criticised opposition leaders for attacking President William Ruto’s affordable housing program, saying their stance is a betrayal of ordinary Kenyans who need better shelter. Speaking in Laikipia on Sunday, October 12, Duale singled out Wiper party leader Kalonzo Musyoka for declaring that he would scrap the affordable housing project if he becomes president in 2027. According to Duale, such a promise is insensitive and unfair to millions of Kenyans who cannot afford homes like high-ranking politicians. “All leaders in this country get a KSh30 million mortgage to buy a house. Many of them…

Former Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi has strongly denied reports that he met people allegedly sent by President William Ruto to negotiate a political reunion. His response came just hours after the President revealed he has been in talks with opposition leaders to build national consensus and push his agenda forward. In a statement released on Sunday, October 12, Muturi dismissed the claims as pure fabrication. He referred to a viral article that falsely claimed he had confirmed holding discussions with Ruto’s close associates. Muturi insisted he has not met, contacted, or been approached by anyone acting on behalf…