Author: Journalist Benedict

President William Ruto has led the country in mourning the passing of former Zambian President Edgar Lungu, who died on the morning of Thursday, June 5. In a heartfelt message shared on X (formerly Twitter), President Ruto remembered Lungu as a dedicated and passionate leader who gave his all to serve the people of Zambia. He extended his condolences to Lungu’s family and the people of Zambia, expressing Kenya’s solidarity during this moment of national loss. At the time of his death, Edgar Lungu was 68 years old and undergoing specialised medical treatment in South Africa. According to his political…

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has voiced concern over the rising tensions between India and Pakistan, warning that the fallout from their conflict could have serious economic consequences for Kenya. Speaking on Thursday, June 5, Wetang’ula highlighted that any escalation of hostilities between the two South Asian nations could negatively impact Kenya’s tea export sector, one of the country’s most vital foreign exchange earners. His remarks followed a meeting with Ibrar Hussain Khan, the High Commissioner of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to Kenya, where the two discussed the potential implications of the strained relationship between the two nuclear-armed neighbors.…

On Wednesday, June 4, former U.S. President Donald Trump signed a new proclamation that places travel restrictions on citizens from 12 countries. This move is part of a broader effort by the U.S. to crack down on what it refers to as “unlawful” immigration. Among the countries affected are Somalia and Sudan—nations from which many refugees currently live in Kenya. The countries listed in the travel ban are: the Republic of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Haiti, Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Yemen, Afghanistan, Myanmar, and Chad. Additionally, the proclamation imposes partial travel restrictions on individuals from Burundi, Cuba, Laos, Sierra…

The Adani Group has found itself at the center of yet another controversy, only months after the Kenyan government cancelled two high-profile investment agreements with the Indian conglomerate. This time, the group is under international scrutiny following allegations of being indirectly linked to the shipment of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) from Iran—a country under stringent international sanctions. The new claims surfaced on Monday, June 2, when a report by The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) alleged that certain tanker vessels exhibiting suspicious behaviors had made repeated trips between the Persian Gulf and the Adani-operated Mundra Port, located in western India. These…

In a remarkable and controversial incident from Busia County, a woman has come forward with the extraordinary claim that she is Mary, the Mother of Jesus Christ, reincarnated. Judith Nafula, a devout Catholic from Nangoma village in the Matayos constituency, says she received a divine revelation through the Holy Spirit, which confirmed her heavenly identity. Speaking during an interview with NTV, Nafula described a powerful spiritual encounter where a radiant light descended from the sky, and within it stood Jesus. According to her, Jesus directly addressed her, asking where Mary was and then revealed to her that she was, in…

Teachers Warn of Learning Disruptions as KNUT Criticizes Government Over Delayed Capitation Teachers across the country have raised fresh concerns over continued delays in the release of capitation funds by the government, warning that the setbacks are seriously affecting learning in public schools. They have accused the government of taking the education sector lightly and called for immediate action to resolve the funding crisis. Speaking on the issue, Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) Deputy Secretary General Hesbon Otieno expressed frustration over the lack of seriousness by the authorities. “The government must stop playing games with the future of our…

Government to Review Taxes in Next Finance Bill Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has announced that the government is planning to revise the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) tax system and make other important tax adjustments to avoid placing too much financial strain on Kenyan workers. While addressing Senators during a session on Tuesday, Mbadi revealed that the government had originally intended to include these changes in the current Finance Bill. However, they were unable to do so due to certain limitations, especially the failure of the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) to meet its revenue collection targets. Because of this…

President William Ruto has announced a new directive that reserves 20% of all affordable housing units built by the government specifically for Kenya’s disciplined forces. This includes personnel from the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF), National Police Service, Kenya Prisons Service, and the National Youth Service (NYS). Speaking during a public event, President Ruto explained that this allocation will be ring-fenced—meaning it will be strictly reserved—to ensure that members of the country’s security services directly benefit from the government’s affordable housing projects. The move aims to address the long-standing housing challenges faced by officers, particularly in urban areas where accommodation is…

Former Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Odinga recently hosted Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi at his Karen home, during which he reaffirmed his support for Somaliland’s ongoing efforts to gain international recognition. The meeting, which was later revealed in a statement by President Abdirahman on Tuesday, June 3, appeared to stand in contrast to the official stance of the Kenyan government, which continues to support Somalia’s territorial unity. The gathering also served as a farewell dinner for President Abdirahman and his delegation, with Odinga acting as host. “I extend my heartfelt appreciation to the distinguished African statesman, Hon. Raila Odinga, for…

Four suspected Al-Shabaab militants were killed in Garissa County after Kenyan security forces used drone technology to track their movements. The operation was confirmed by the Counter Terrorism Policing (CTP) Kenya in a statement released on Monday, June 2. The militants were located in the Najo and Guracho regions of Garissa County. According to the CTP, a Special Operations Group (SOG) unit carried out the mission using advanced surveillance methods. The SOG first identified the suspects through drone footage, and once their location was confirmed, the team launched a strategic operation. When the suspects realized they were being tracked, they…