Author: Journalist Benedict

Police in Bungoma County were forced to intervene and rescue a 27-year-old man from mob justice after he was allegedly caught sexually abusing a mentally challenged woman. The shocking incident reportedly took place on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, within the compound of a Member of the County Assembly (MCA). A sister to the MCA, who had gone to the homestead to collect some personal belongings, is said to have walked in on the suspect committing the act. Startled by what she witnessed, she immediately raised an alarm, attracting neighbours who rushed to the scene. The enraged residents pounced on the…

Agriculture and Livestock Development Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe has firmly defended the government’s decision to introduce a 4% Sugar Development Levy, clarifying that the tax is not just for revenue collection but a strategic investment in reviving the struggling sugar industry. Speaking before the Senate Committee on Delegated Legislation on Thursday, October 2, 2025, Kagwe argued that the levy is necessary to fund critical research, modern technology, and farmer training. “Keeping the levy at 4 per cent is not about increasing the financial burden,” he said. “It is about matching resources with today’s level of challenges and opportunities. Without proper…

Nairobi is facing a potential health crisis after county health workers staged demonstrations in the Central Business District (CBD) to protest three months of unpaid salaries. The angry workers, who included nurses, clinical officers, and support staff, marched from Jevanjee Gardens to City Hall on Thursday, October 2, demanding accountability from Governor Johnson Sakaja. “We Are Tired of Empty Promises” — Health Workers The protesters accused the governor of violating previous agreements regarding salary payments and failing to address their repeated pleas. “We haven’t received our salaries for the last three months. The county keeps signing agreements but never honours…

Cherargei Urges Uganda to Punish Kenyan Activists Allegedly Abducted in Kampala Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has sparked controversy after calling on the Ugandan government to take strict action against Kenyan activists Bob Njagi and Nicholas Oyoo, who were reportedly abducted in Kampala. In a statement issued on Thursday, September 2, Cherargei claimed that the two activists were “exporting bad behaviour” to Uganda and posed a threat to the country’s national security. “Uganda Must Deal With Them,” Says Cherargei According to Cherargei, Kenyan activists misuse the freedom they enjoy at home and should not expect the same treatment when they cross…

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has issued a strong warning to Kenyans over the growing threat of cyberattacks, urging the public to adopt better password practices to protect their personal and professional data. In a statement released on Thursday, October 2, the detectives noted that cybercriminals are increasingly targeting individuals and organisations in Kenya, with many of the attacks succeeding simply because users rely on weak or predictable passwords. Why Most Passwords Are Easy to Crack According to the DCI, cybercriminals exploit three major loopholes: “Password management is one of the most critical pillars of cybersecurity in this digital…

Former Chief Justice David Kenani Maraga has officially declared his intention to run for President in the 2027 General Election, announcing that he will be seeking to succeed President William Ruto on the ticket of the United Green Movement (UGM) Party. Maraga was formally unveiled at the party’s headquarters in Nairobi, where he received the party’s colours in an event attended by party officials and supporters. He said he would now begin popularising and strengthening the party across the country in preparation for the upcoming elections. “I accepted the call to join this party because it reflects my personal values…

Police in Homa Bay County have opened an investigation into a strange incident in which a 38-year-old man died after being attacked by bees. The deceased, Bernard Omollo, is said to have been stung on October 1, 2025, at a neighbour’s farm in Atonik Village, Rachuonyo South Sub-County. Officers from the Oyugis Police Station confirmed the incident in an OB report filed on Thursday, October 2. According to the report, Omollo allegedly provoked the bees, which led to the attack. Authorities further disclosed that he had a history of mental illness. “It was reported by Kadel Kamigigo Sub-Location Assistant Chief,…

Kirinyaga Woman Representative Njeri Maina, a close ally of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, has appealed to United States President Donald Trump to intervene over what she described as persistent government harassment and brutality against Kenyan youths. Speaking during a public forum in Seattle, USA, on Wednesday evening, Maina said that increasing cases of police violence and unlawful arrests during protests demanded international attention. She called on the U.S. government, Congress, and global human rights organisations to take a firm stance by demanding accountability from Kenyan authorities. “I am appealing to our counterparts in foreign governments, including the U.S. administration, the…

The Senate has introduced a powerful new proposal that could significantly expand its influence over key government decisions — including appointments made by President William Ruto. The proposed law, known as the Constitution of Kenya (Amendment) Bill 2025 (Senate Bills No. 13 of 2025), seeks to amend several sections of the Constitution to shift certain approval powers from the National Assembly to the entire Parliament — meaning both the Senate and the National Assembly. What Changes Does the Bill Propose? The Bill targets several constitutional articles — including Articles 157, 215, 228, 229, 233, 250, and 251 — with the…

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has strongly denied accusations that it secretly installed surveillance spyware on electronic devices belonging to four filmmakers associated with the BBC documentary “Blood Parliament.” The controversy began when a forensic report, presented in court, revealed that commercial spying software had been found on one of the devices — a phone or laptop — while it was allegedly in police custody. DCI Defends Itself in Court Appearing before the court on October 1, DCI representatives stated that they had been legally granted a search warrant to examine the confiscated devices and insisted that no spyware…