Author: Journalist Benedict
Kenya Finalizes Miraa Export Agreement with Djibouti. In a major win for Kenya’s Miraa (khat) farmers and exporters, the Ministry of Agriculture, through the Agriculture and Food Authority (AFA), has officially announced that Djibouti will now serve as a new export destination for the stimulant crop. This exciting development was confirmed in a statement released on Wednesday, July 23, by AFA Director General Bruno Linyiru. He attributed the achievement to continuous efforts and bilateral discussions that have taken place between Kenya and Djibouti since last year. According to Linyiru, this new export market is expected to significantly boost Kenya’s economy…
Sports Minister Vows Ksh70M Reward for Athletes Still Waiting for Payouts Sports, Youth Affairs, and Creative Economy Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya is facing increasing criticism after it was revealed that a Ksh2 million cheque meant for the Kenya Lionesses rugby team has yet to be cashed — weeks after he posed for photos with it. The matter sparked heated exchanges in the Senate on Wednesday, July 23, where Mvurya was summoned to address the delay in rewarding athletes who have brought glory to the country. Appearing before the Senate, Mvurya admitted that indeed some athletes had been promised financial rewards…
Pastor Dorcas Rigathi has finally addressed claims that she dominates her husband, Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. These allegations surfaced after remarks made by Kikuyu MP Kimani Ichung’wah, who implied that she was the one pulling the strings behind her husband’s public actions. While meeting with a group of church leaders in the United States, Pastor Dorcas strongly dismissed the accusations. She stated clearly that it was absurd to suggest that anyone could “sit on” or control a man as bold and influential as Gachagua, who continues to make waves in Kenya’s political scene. “It’s laughable for anyone to claim that…
The Director General of the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA), George Njao, is facing growing pressure to resign following a scathing audit report that exposed serious weaknesses in the authority’s operations. On Wednesday, July 23, the Long Distance Drivers and Conductors Association (LoDDCA) issued a strong statement demanding the immediate resignation of George Njao, accusing him of incompetence. They also called for the resignation of the NTSA’s head of licensing and the total overhaul of the agency. This demand came shortly after Auditor General Nancy Gathungu released a report revealing that NTSA had no proper control over the Transport…
Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya has provided a progress update on the long-delayed Wote Stadium project in Makueni County, a facility that President William Ruto, then serving as Deputy President, had promised to deliver back in 2017. Mvurya reported that the stadium is now 70% complete and work is steadily moving forward. While appearing before the Senate on Wednesday, July 23, Mvurya stated that the first phase of the construction had already been finalized at a cost of Ksh299 million. He emphasized that both the national government and the Makueni County Government are currently working hand-in-hand to ensure the remaining…
Auditor General Nancy Gathungu has uncovered a serious concern involving the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA), stating that the agency does not have full control over its critical Transport Integrated Management System (TIMS). TIMS is the digital system used for essential services like registering vehicles, transferring ownership, and processing licenses. However, the Auditor General’s 2024 report has raised red flags, warning that the system is vulnerable to potential data leaks and loss of government revenue due to poor oversight. Gathungu explained that the system was officially shifted to the e-Citizen platform in March 2023, yet there is no formal…
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has reignited his long-standing claims that Barack Obama attempted a coup during the 2016 presidential election — and now suggests that Obama could face treason charges. Trump’s fresh allegations come at a time when public attention has once again shifted to the Jeffrey Epstein scandal, triggering new debates and theories about elite involvement and cover-ups. While meeting with Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. at the White House, Trump veered off topic and linked the Epstein case to what he described as an effort by Obama to interfere with the 2016 election results. These claims were…
UK Government Targets Food Delivery Riders Without Proper Work Permits Kenyan workers in the United Kingdom who are working as food delivery riders could soon face job losses after the UK government announced a tough crackdown on undocumented workers. On July 23, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said that the country is stepping up efforts to remove migrants working without legal permission—especially in the food delivery sector. Speaking during a press briefing, Starmer emphasized that the initiative aims to stop asylum seekers and other undocumented immigrants from taking up jobs illegally. He said the government is working closely with top…
President William Ruto has hit out at the ongoing “Ruto Must Go” movement, claiming that some of those pushing for his resignation are part of what he called the wash wash cartel—a group known for fraudulent dealings and scams, with no genuine plan for the country’s future. While speaking during the Talanta Bell-Ringing Ceremony at the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, Ruto dismissed the growing calls for him to step down, saying that his critics are full of slogans but have no real alternatives or concrete proposals to solve Kenya’s problems. “I keep hearing ‘Ruto must…
Nakuru Girls High School has been closed indefinitely following a violent protest by students on the night of Wednesday, July 23. The students went on a rampage, damaging school property of unknown value, in what school officials believe was a reaction to pressure related to upcoming end-of-term examinations. Reports indicate that the learners were unhappy about the timing of the exams and had requested a postponement. However, when the administration failed to act on their demands, tensions flared, leading to chaos across the school compound. The school principal acknowledged the students’ frustrations but attributed the situation not to dissatisfaction with…