Author: Lorren Aliwa
Eric Muuga, the newly appointed Cabinet Secretary for Water and Sanitation, made headlines today following his swearing-in ceremony at State House, Nairobi. President William Ruto presided over the ceremony, marking a pivotal moment as the new officials took their oaths of office, officially assuming their roles within the government. In a notable revelation during his vetting by the National Assembly’s Appointments Committee, Muuga disclosed that he had never owned a car in his life. The 32-year-old Meru native, who is the youngest member of President Ruto’s second Cabinet, was presented with a high-status official vehicle, complete with the national flag,…
In a significant event this morning, President William Ruto presided over the swearing-in ceremony for the newly appointed cabinet secretaries at State House. The ceremony marked a pivotal moment as the new officials took their oaths of office, officially assuming their roles within the government. Here’s the list of Cabinet Secretaries who were sworn in; Outside the venue, a notable scene unfolded as officials diligently affixed official flags to the newly assigned vehicles of the cabinet members. The flags, a symbol of their new roles, are in accordance with the National Flag, Emblems and Names (Amendment) Act 2014. This Act…
In response to mounting threats from protesters planning to occupy major installations, police have established roadblocks across key roads in Nairobi. The increased security measures come as protesters demand significant reforms to improve governance. Early Thursday morning, motorists traveling along the Thika Superhighway, a primary route into Nairobi, encountered police check points. Similar roadblocks were seen on Jogoo Road near City Stadium. The heightened security also extended to areas around State House and other State Lodges, where anti-riot police were stationed to ensure safety during the swearing-in ceremony of newly appointed Cabinet Secretaries. The presence of roadblocks has led to…
The Standard Group has announced the shutdown of KTN News and KTN Farmers TV, marking a significant restructuring within the media organization. This decision, part of a broader strategy to streamline operations and reduce costs, follows the company’s recent plan to lay off approximately 300 employees. KTN News, the company’s 24-hour news channel, will be merged with KTN Home, which focuses on regular programming. This consolidation aims to enhance operational efficiency in a challenging media environment. The closure of KTN Farmers TV, which provided specialized agricultural content, further reflects the Standard Group’s efforts to adapt to the evolving media landscape.…
A tragic accident involving a bus headed to Tororo, Uganda, resulted in the deaths of three people, including a woman and an infant, in the Kayole area of Naivasha. The bus, carrying mourners en route to a burial in Uganda, crashed on the morning of August 7, 2024. Witnesses report that the driver lost control of the vehicle while navigating a slippery section of the road. Despite attempts to stop, the bus collided with several other vehicles before veering off the road and landing in a ditch. The police report indicates that the bus was carrying 63 passengers at the…
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has announced the appointment of a German money printing firm to manage all future banknote production. Governor Kamau Thugge revealed this development during a post-Monetary Policy Committee (PMC) meeting on Wednesday, emphasizing that the selected firm is considered “one of the best.” This move comes after De La Rue, the previous banknote printer, exited the Kenyan market in 2023 due to declining demand. The new German firm’s onboarding marks a significant shift in the management of Kenya’s banknote production. Thugge explained that the transition aligns with Kenyan law and aims to address the need…
The National Assembly Committee on Appointments has dismissed the nomination of Soi Lang’at for the position of Gender Cabinet Secretary. In a report presented to Parliament on Wednesday, Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah announced the Committee’s decision, stating, “The Committee rejects the appointment of Ms Stella Soi Lang’at.” Lang’at was one of the initial 20 Cabinet Secretary nominees vetted by the Committee from August 1 to August 4, 2024. Despite the rejection of her nomination, all other nominees received approval. The approved nominees include:
The Acting Inspector General of Police, Gilbert Masengeli, has announced heightened security measures for Thursday, August 8, 2024 dubbed as ‘#NaneNanematch’, when protests are scheduled to take place across Kenya. The protests are organized by citizens voicing their dissatisfaction with the current administration and calling for President William Ruto to step down. In a statement, Masengeli warned that law enforcement officers will be vigilant to prevent any acts of violence or lawbreaking during the demonstrations. He emphasized that while the right to protest is constitutionally protected, any criminal activities will not be tolerated. “We are committed to ensuring public safety…
The Ministry of Health has issued an urgent alert in response to an Mpox outbreak in the country. The announcement on Wednesday, August 8, 2024, follows the detection of Mpox in a patient who has since recovered. The Ministry outlined seven key symptoms associated with Mpox, which include skin rash, fever, sore throat, headache, body aches, back pain, and swollen lymph nodes. Symptoms may appear between 2 to 21 days after infection. In their statement, the Ministry emphasized the importance of recognizing these symptoms, especially for individuals who have traveled to regions with reported Mpox cases or who have had…
Connie Chiume, the esteemed South African actress renowned for her roles in Marvel’s Black Panther and popular TV series Gomora, has passed away at the age of 72. The news was confirmed by her family, who announced her death on Tuesday afternoon at a Johannesburg hospital. Chiume’s career spanned decades, beginning in 1989 with her role in the television series Inkom’ Edla Yodwa. She became a household name in South Africa with notable performances in Rhythm City, Zone 14, and Gomora. Her portrayal of Zawavari in Black Panther and her subsequent role as Wakanda’s Elder Statesman in Black Panther: Wakanda…