Author: Journalist Benedict
Montezuma Monalisa Funeral Home is today recognized as one of the most prestigious funeral homes in Kenya, renowned for offering world-class services and having overseen the burials of high-profile figures, among them the late Papa Shirandula actor, Charles Bukeko. But before it rose to become the household name it is now, Montezuma Monalisa started as nothing more than a risky side hustle for its founder, billionaire Benjamin Kibiku, who was at the time working as a marketer for an insurance company in Nairobi. Kibiku always had a vision of building a state-of-the-art, modern funeral home that would cater to wealthy…
Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Shariff Nassir has sounded a strong warning to contractors working with his county government, vowing to push for their blacklisting if they continue failing to deliver on taxpayer-funded projects. Speaking on Wednesday, Abdulswamad made it clear that his administration would not tolerate companies that secure lucrative government tenders but fail to implement them effectively, despite receiving full funding for the works. “Now that the money is available, I want to state this firmly: should any contractor fail to honour their agreements, Mombasa will take the lead, through the Council of Governors and the Senate, to have both…
Residents of Eldoret and its surrounding areas have been cautioned to brace for a two-day water supply disruption after the Eldoret Water and Sanitation Company (ELDOWAS) confirmed a planned maintenance exercise at the Chebara Water Treatment Plant. In a public notice issued on Wednesday, September 10, the company’s managing director, Lawrence Tanui, explained that the interruption will begin on Wednesday, September 17 at 9 a.m. and last until Thursday, September 19 at 9 p.m. The exercise, he said, is necessary to allow engineers and technical teams to carry out routine servicing and ensure the facility continues to operate at full…
Kenya’s higher education sector is staring at a fresh crisis after lecturers issued a seven-day nationwide strike notice to the government, warning that learning in public universities and colleges could grind to a halt if their grievances are not addressed. The Universities’ Academic Staff Union (UASU), which represents lecturers and academic staff across the country, accused the State of failing to honour key agreements meant to improve salaries and working conditions. Speaking during a press briefing on Wednesday, September 10, UASU Secretary General Constantine Wesonga said the union had run out of patience after years of unfulfilled promises. At the…
A bodyguard attached to Moiben Member of Parliament Phylis Bartoo has been arrested after he reportedly misplaced his firearm while partying at a popular nightclub in Eldoret. Confirming the incident, Uasin Gishu County Police Commander Benjamin Mwanthi said the officer is being held in custody as investigations are carried out to determine why he was in possession of the weapon during late-night hours and whether he had clearance to carry it into a social setting. “We are holding the officer in custody to establish why he had the firearm at that odd hour and under whose authorisation,” Mwanthi explained. Reports…
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has officially invited members, supporters, and Kenyans from all walks of life to join them in celebrating a major milestone—the party’s 20th anniversary. In a statement released on Wednesday by ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna, the party announced that the celebrations will take place in the coastal city of Mombasa from October 10 to 12, 2025. “As a party that has consistently stood at the forefront in defending democracy, constitutionalism, and the rights of the people, we are proud to extend this invitation to our members, our supporters, and all Kenyans to join us for…
The MOJA Expressway Company has firmly dismissed claims circulating online that a section of the Nairobi Expressway had started to develop cracks, particularly near the Haile Selassie entrance. In a statement issued on Wednesday, September 10, the firm—responsible for operating and maintaining the 27-kilometre toll road—assured motorists that the highway remains in excellent condition. They emphasized that there were no structural cracks and that the road continues to meet the highest safety standards. “We want to reassure all road users that the Nairobi Expressway is in perfect shape, with no structural cracks whatsoever. The durability of the road is backed…
Health officials in Embu County have issued a strong warning to residents following a disturbing increase in the sale and consumption of donkey and dog meat. Authorities fear that this illegal trade is exposing locals to serious health risks, as most of the meat being sold is uninspected and therefore unsafe for human consumption. Speaking during a public forum on Wednesday, September 10, Embu County Executive (CEC) Member for Health, Jamal Runyenje, said the unregulated sale of such meat has been directly linked to a rise in diseases in the county. He vowed to crack down on the culprits, promising…
Many Kenyans who travel to the United States often get confused about what really happens when their visa has not expired, yet they leave the country before the date indicated on it. What most people don’t realize is that there are different rules surrounding visas, and whether they work in your favor or against you largely depends on how well you follow them. First of all, it’s important to understand that leaving the U.S. before your visa expires does not cancel or invalidate your visa. What really matters is whether you respected the conditions of your stay and left the…
The government of President William Ruto is moving fast to sell a number of state-owned companies as part of its plan to raise money for the 2025/2026 national budget. Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has revealed that the government is targeting Ksh149 billion from privatization proceeds, money that will be plugged directly into the budget to help close funding gaps. This plan was outlined in the Annual Borrowing Plan for the upcoming financial year. While the report did not list exactly which companies will be sold first to raise the funds, Treasury has already factored the money under domestic financing.…