Author: Journalist Benedict

The Social Health Authority (SHA) has issued a strong advisory to the public, warning against the use of unofficial phone numbers, email addresses, and social media pages when seeking information or services related to its operations. This move comes in response to a growing number of fake messages and fraudulent notices circulating online. In a detailed public notice released on Friday, SHA outlined all its verified communication channels to help Kenyans access accurate information and protect themselves from online scams. “The Social Health Authority (SHA) advises all members of the public to use the official contacts listed below for any…

Police Constable Hiram Kimathi has publicly refused a transfer to Todonyang Police Station, claiming the move is not a routine administrative decision but a form of punishment for speaking out against a government directive he believes is unconstitutional. Kimathi, who was previously stationed at Kyumbi Police Station near Machakos Junction, made the announcement on his social media platforms, where he accused the police leadership of using transfers as a tool of intimidation against officers who challenge orders they find morally or legally wrong. “This isn’t just a transfer—it’s a warning shot to every officer with a conscience,” Kimathi posted. “If…

The Kenya Meteorological Department has issued a weather advisory indicating that various regions in the country will experience rainfall and cold conditions over the next five days—from Friday, July 11, to Tuesday, July 16. According to the forecast released on Friday, rainfall is expected across a wide area, particularly in the Highlands both East and West of the Rift Valley, the Lake Victoria Basin, the Rift Valley itself, and parts of north-western Kenya. In the eastern highland counties, including Nyandarua, Laikipia, Nyeri, Kirinyaga, Murang’a, Kiambu, Meru, Embu, Tharaka Nithi, and Nairobi, residents should expect light showers during this period. These…

Equity Bank has officially informed its customers that several of its digital banking services are currently experiencing interruptions. The affected platforms include the Equity Mobile App, online banking website, *247# USSD service, and the EazzyBiz portal used by business clients. In a service alert issued on Friday, July 11, the bank explained that the disruption is temporary and assured customers that its technical team is actively working to restore normal operations as quickly as possible. The bank expressed its appreciation for customers’ understanding during the outage. “Dear Member, we are currently facing intermittent service downtime across our digital banking platforms,”…

President William Ruto has issued a fresh gazette notice confirming the appointment of Erastus Endung Ethekon as the new Chairperson of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), along with six new commissioners, following a recent legal challenge that temporarily blocked the appointments. In a gazette notice dated Thursday, July 10, President Ruto formally appointed Ethekon to lead the electoral agency for a single, non-renewable term of six years. The appointment was made in accordance with Article 250(2) of the Constitution, as well as Section 5(2) of the IEBC Act. “In exercise of the powers conferred by Article 250(2) as…

President William Ruto has urged opposition leaders to stop using young people for political gain and instead present them with meaningful and practical solutions to the challenges they face. He emphasized that youth should be guided with opportunities, not incited into violence. Speaking on Thursday afternoon while hosting players from Nairobi United Football Club at State House, the President called on the opposition to move away from political rhetoric and instead focus on constructive plans to uplift the youth. “Let my plan to create employment for our youth be put side-by-side with that of my political opponents. Let Kenyans judge…

Thirdway Alliance party leader and former presidential candidate Ekuru Aukot has called for the immediate resignation of President William Ruto and his Deputy Kithure Kindiki. In a strongly worded statement dated July 9, Aukot accused the top leadership of running a government that has failed to protect the lives and property of its citizens. According to Aukot, the Ruto-led administration is responsible for state-sponsored violence, ethnic persecution, and serious violations of human rights. He described the current regime as one that has turned against its own people rather than protecting them as mandated by the Constitution. “Kenya is not under…

Principal Secretary for Basic Education, Julius Bitok, has announced firm plans to arrest and take disciplinary action against a teacher from Alliance Girls High School accused of sexually exploiting students. The teacher, who has been at the school for many years, reportedly used his position of authority to groom vulnerable learners and engage in inappropriate behavior. Speaking during a Thanksgiving event at Kapkoros Barngetuny Secondary School in Nandi County, Bitok confirmed that the Ministry of Education is working hand in hand with law enforcement and the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) to ensure the immediate arrest and interdiction of the teacher…

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has announced a series of major reforms within the National Police Service. These changes are aimed at improving the quality of service provided by the police and rebuilding public confidence in law enforcement officers across the country. While speaking during an event held in Garsen Constituency, Tana River County, on Thursday afternoon, Murkomen emphasized that one of the key areas of reform would be comprehensive and continuous training for all police officers. He noted that police training in Kenya has traditionally been a one-time process, which he termed as insufficient. According to the CS, this…

President William Ruto has joined Kenyans and the wider Muslim community in mourning the death of Chief Kadhi Sheikh Abdulhalim Hussein, who passed away on Thursday. In an official statement, the President expressed deep sorrow over the loss, describing Sheikh Abdulhalim as a dedicated and selfless leader who spent his entire life serving humanity. He praised the Chief Kadhi for his steadfast commitment to leading the Muslim community with humility, wisdom, and unwavering faith. “We join the Muslim community in mourning the passing of Chief Kadhi Sheikh Abdulhalim Hussein. Sheikh Abdulhalim devoted his life to the service of humanity and…