Author: Journalist Benedict
Narok Senator Ledama Olekina has confirmed that the long-awaited construction of the Narok International Airport is now officially underway. This major infrastructure project comes three months after President William Ruto launched it, signaling a new era of growth for the county and the country. In an update shared on Monday, July 21, Senator Ledama announced that the main contractors, including engineers and technicians, have arrived at the construction site and begun essential groundwork. These early activities include mobilizing heavy equipment for runway tarmacking, setting up electricity supply infrastructure, and building a secure perimeter fence. According to the project’s lead contractor,…
Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has officially suspended the CEO of the Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK), Lister Onsongo, after uncovering serious violations involving the illegal placement of student nurses for internships. In a statement released on Monday, July 21, 2025, CS Duale said that an investigation by the Ministry of Health (MoH) had found that 42 Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) students were wrongfully assigned to internship positions before they had completed their academic training. These students were submitted by a group of 10 public and private universities in direct violation of established regulations. “The Ministry has uncovered…
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has proposed new penalties for residents who deliberately prevent county officials from accessing their water meters—a move aimed at reducing revenue loss and enhancing service delivery by the Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company (NCWSC). Governor Sakaja made this proposal during a session with the Senate County Public Investment and Special Funds Committee on Monday, July 21. He explained that county meter readers are frequently unable to access water meters located inside residential properties, primarily because homeowners are often not present during the day. He further noted that even when house helps are available at home,…
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) has addressed the growing public concern over the recent wave of terrorism-related charges filed against protesters. In a detailed press statement released on July 21, the ODPP defended its actions, saying the charges were legally justified under the Prevention of Terrorism Act. According to the statement, the ODPP recognized the heated national conversation sparked by legal actions that followed the protests on June 25 and July 7, 2025. While acknowledging the critical role of free speech and an active civil society in a democracy, the ODPP urged the public to better…
Six people have been arrested in connection with the shocking murder of a police officer who was gunned down along the busy Thika-Garissa Road in Kiambu County back in June 2025. According to a statement released on Monday, July 21, by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), the arrests followed weeks of detailed investigations and forensic analysis. Detectives said the suspects were traced to a hideout in Kahawa West, Nairobi, where five of them were nabbed during a meticulously planned operation. The sixth suspect was arrested shortly after in the Kiamumbi area of Kiambu County during a follow-up manhunt. The…
Former Law Society of Kenya (LSK) President, Nelson Havi, has officially lodged complaints with the Judicial Service Commission (JSC), calling for the removal of two High Court judges over claims of serious misconduct, poor judgment, and professional incompetence. In two detailed petitions sent separately to the JSC, Havi accused Lady Justice Josephine Wayua Wambua Mongare and Justice Prof. Dr. Nixon Sifuna of mishandling crucial cases in ways that, according to him, disrespected the law and harmed the pursuit of justice. For Lady Justice Mongare, Havi alleges that she grossly mismanaged a commercial dispute involving Gikomba Business Centre Limited and Pumwani…
The Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) has issued a strong warning that it may initiate a nationwide doctors’ strike. This follows continued inaction by both the Kiambu County government and the national government to resolve the 55-day-long doctors’ strike currently paralyzing healthcare services in Kiambu County. Doctors in Kiambu have been on strike for nearly two months, citing unresolved issues such as lack of promotions, poor medical insurance, and disciplinary threats towards medics who speak out about challenges in the health sector. These unresolved problems have severely disrupted the operations of hospitals across the county. Addressing the…
The World Bank has officially approved a major financial support program worth Ksh16.5 billion (approximately US$127.5 million), aimed at uplifting millions of vulnerable Kenyans—including the elderly, women, youth, and people with disabilities. Known as the Second Kenya Social and Economic Inclusion Project (KSEIP2), this new initiative builds upon the success of a similar earlier program. It will channel critical funds into social safety nets, job creation, and community empowerment projects designed to help struggling households become more financially independent. According to the World Bank’s statement, this program is expected to positively impact more than 12 million Kenyans. It will expand…
Professor George Nyabuga, a respected journalist and former editor at Standard Group, has been ranked among the top five most educated people in Africa—a remarkable achievement that has stirred admiration across the continent. The announcement was made on Monday, July 21, by the Kenya Editors’ Guild, an organization in which Prof. Nyabuga is an active and highly regarded member. In their official statement, the Guild celebrated Nyabuga’s recognition, praising his dedication to education and his ongoing contribution to African journalism. “Prof. George Nyabuga is not just a scholar; he’s a mentor and a thought leader whose work continues to influence…
A major development has emerged in the murder case linked to Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH), as a Kibera court has directed both KNH and Nairobi Women’s Hospital to hand over the full medical history of the main suspect, Kalombotole, who is accused of committing a murder within the hospital on Thursday, July 17. The suspect was arraigned before the Kibera Law Courts on Monday, July 21, where Principal Magistrate Daisy Mutahi ordered the hospitals to submit the medical files to the court no later than Thursday, July 24. During the court session, prosecutors from the Office of the Director of…