Author: Journalist Benedict
People’s Liberation Party (PLP) leader Martha Karua has strongly dismissed reports suggesting she is being lined up to become the Speaker of the National Assembly in a proposed opposition team for the 2027 General Election. Speaking during a candid interview on Ramogi Radio on Thursday morning, Karua addressed the growing speculation sparked by a viral list circulating on social media. She made it clear that the list had no official backing and had not been approved by any leadership organ within the United Opposition coalition. Karua, a seasoned politician who served as a Member of Parliament for four consecutive terms,…
Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has firmly stated that he will be on the ballot for Nairobi Governor in the 2027 elections—regardless of whether the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) gives him the party ticket or not. In a bold and unapologetic tone, Owino expressed readiness to run as an independent candidate should ODM deny him its nomination. He believes his strong opposition to the broad-based government model, which has been embraced by ODM leadership, might affect his chances of securing the party’s endorsement. Still, he insists that he’s not backing down. Owino is among the top challengers looking to unseat…
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has announced a series of reforms aimed at fixing the broken relationship between Kenyan citizens and the police. Speaking during a press briefing on Wednesday evening, Murkomen highlighted that his ministry is rolling out several key changes designed to rebuild public confidence in law enforcement. Improved Police Training Murkomen began by emphasizing the need for continuous police training — a major gap in the current system where officers rarely undergo further learning after graduating from Kiganjo Police Training College. According to him, the government is now planning to introduce regular refresher courses focused on building…
With the highly anticipated African Nations Championship (CHAN) just around the corner — set to kick off on August 2 — the Kenyan government has rolled out a new set of strict guidelines for fans who plan to attend the matches. These protocols are aimed at improving safety, streamlining entry, and ensuring an organized tournament experience for everyone involved. Speaking on Wednesday, July 23, Sports Cabinet Secretary (CS) Salim Mvurya emphasized that the new measures are not just precautionary but necessary to maintain order and security throughout the event. “These protocols are about creating a secure and smooth experience for…
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Kenyans Risk Lifetime Ban Over Visa Fraud, Embassy Cautions The United States Embassy in Nairobi has issued a tough warning to Kenyans thinking of cutting corners during the visa application process. In a statement released on Wednesday, July 23, the embassy made it clear that any form of fraud in pursuit of a U.S. visa could result in a lifetime ban from entering the country. The embassy emphasized that the U.S. government is stepping up efforts to curb illegal immigration, especially under the leadership of President Donald Trump, who has taken a hardline stance on border security and immigration control.…
Chief Justice (CJ) Martha Koome has firmly denied claims that her remarks influenced the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) to charge anti-government protesters with terrorism. In a statement released on Wednesday, CJ Koome clarified that her earlier comments—where she referred to the arson attack on the Kikuyu Law Courts as a “terrorist act”—were solely based on that specific incident. She stressed that her words were not meant to apply to any other demonstrations, people, or places. Koome emphasized that the ODPP is an independent constitutional body and cannot be manipulated or directed by any outside authority. This…
Juja Member of Parliament, George Koimburi, is in legal trouble after being accused of faking his own abduction in a bid to dodge arrest and avoid prosecution over alleged land fraud. Koimburi appeared before the Milimani Law Courts on Wednesday, July 23, where he was officially charged with several serious offenses, including conspiracy to obstruct justice and spreading false information to mislead the public. Fake Video and Karen Hospital Appearance The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) pointed out that the charge of publishing false information was based on a video Koimburi shared on June 7, filmed from…
The World Health Organization (WHO) has sounded an urgent alert about the dangerous chikungunya virus, a mosquito-borne disease that has resurfaced in Kenya—particularly in coastal areas—posing a serious threat to public health. The global health body is calling for swift and coordinated action to prevent another global outbreak similar to the one that occurred nearly 20 years ago. According to WHO officials, the current rise in chikungunya cases is eerily similar to the 2004-2005 epidemic that spread rapidly from Indian Ocean islands to countries in Europe, Asia, and beyond, eventually affecting over half a million people. WHO is concerned that…