Author: Lorren Aliwa

The Office of Registrar of Political Parties (ORPP) has confirmed Hassan Omar as the new Secretary General of the United Democratic Alliance (UDA), replacing Cleophas Malala, whose removal was announced on Monday. This decision comes amidst internal party conflicts and allegations against Malala. In a statement, Political Parties Registrar Ann Nderitu emphasized the need for UDA to complete its grassroots elections within the next 180 days to address the ongoing issue of officials serving on an interim basis. The party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) revoked Malala’s appointment and appointed Omar, previously the Vice Chairperson, to the role of Secretary General…

Faith Kipyegon’s relief was palpable as the Jury of Appeal reinstated her silver medal in the Paris Olympics 5000m race on Monday night, following a controversial disqualification earlier in the competition. The decision not only restored Kipyegon’s position but also secured a historic 1-2 finish for Kenya in the 12.5-lap event. Initially disqualified for obstruction against Ethiopian world record holder Gudaf Tsegay, Kipyegon and her team quickly launched an appeal to overturn the decision. The Jury of Appeal’s reversal saw Kipyegon reclaim her silver, with world 10,000m record holder Beatrice Chebet taking gold. Chebet clinched the top spot with a…

Authorities are requesting a court order to detain a suspect at Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) to retrieve a memory card he allegedly swallowed in an attempt to destroy evidence linked to a fake title deeds syndicate. On Monday, State prosecutor James Gachoka petitioned Milimani Chief Magistrate Bernard Ochoi to grant an ex parte order allowing Joel Kakuli Mwangangi to be examined at KNH. Gachoka revealed that Mwangangi swallowed the memory card during his arrest on August 1, 2024, to prevent the recovery of incriminating evidence. Despite attempts to recover the card through natural expulsion, the effort was unsuccessful. Gachoka noted…

A tragic road accident in Narok County has claimed the lives of four individuals following a collision between a trailer and a Toyota Land Cruiser on Monday afternoon. The accident occurred around 3:30 p.m. in the Katala Katakala area. According to an official statement from the Narok Police Station, the crash involved a Shacman trailer traveling from Mulot to Narok and a Toyota Land Cruiser operated by Dalloky Magnifiques Tours Safaris, which was heading in the opposite direction. “The collision happened after the driver of the Land Cruiser overtook improperly, resulting in a head-on crash with the trailer,” the police…

A serious accident on the Nakuru-Eldoret highway has left 30 people injured, including 26 pupils from Rockside Primary School in Nairobi. The incident occurred around 1:00 PM in the Sachangwan area when a rescue truck lost control and collided with the school bus, as well as two private vehicles traveling to Nakuru. The truck eventually ended up in a ditch. The pupils were returning from the National Music Festivals Competition held at Moi Girls High School in Eldoret. Among the injured are three teachers and a cook who had accompanied the students to the event. They were taken to Molo…

Former Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has praised ODM leader Raila Odinga for his willingness to join the government of national unity and promote dialogue. In a message posted on X after a meeting with Odinga at his Capitol Hill office in Nairobi on Monday, Kuria expressed gratitude for Odinga’s role in steering the country away from potential turmoil. Kuria described Odinga’s efforts as a significant contribution to national stability, stating, “We were unanimous that going forward we cannot continue to prescribe Panadol where surgery is required.” He emphasized that the ongoing national dialogue must lead to meaningful structural reforms to…

The Council of the University of Nairobi has appointed Prof. Margret Jesang Hutchinson as the acting Vice-Chancellor of the institution, effective Friday, August 2, 2024. Prof. Jesang, who previously served as the Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Research, Innovation, and Enterprise, will hold the position for a period of three months. The council’s decision comes in response to the suspension of Prof. Stephen Kiama Gitahi, the former Vice-Chancellor, who has been suspended pending the conclusion of a disciplinary process. In a formal communique to the university community, the council announced that Prof. Kiama’s suspension is effective immediately. In addition to Prof. Jesang’s…

Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has reportedly resigned and fled the country as violent protests continue to shake the nation. According to an aide speaking to Al Jazeera, Hasina boarded a military helicopter to escape the escalating turmoil after protesters defied a national curfew and stormed the Prime Minister’s palace in Dhaka. The unrest, which has seen close to 300 fatalities over recent weeks, escalated dramatically following a night of deadly violence that claimed nearly 100 lives. Despite the government’s attempts to quell the protests, demonstrators have remained resolute, with calls for a massive march on Dhaka intensifying. As news…

Two people have been arrested in Huruma, Nairobi, after they reportedly tried to bribe DCI officers. Jama Hirbo and Tasu Hirbo were taken into custody on charges of attempting to bribe officers from the Transnational Organized Crime Unit (TOCU) at the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) headquarters. The suspects were caught red-handed on [specific date] in Huruma, Nairobi County, offering Sh50,000 in a bid to secure the release of human trafficking victims detained at Isinya Police Station in Kajiado County. According to a police statement, the bribe was intended to influence the officers to release the victims, who were being…

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has dismissed recent impeachment claims allegedly spearheaded by political opponents as unfounded and lacking in support. In an interview with Agikuyu vernacular media stations on Sunday, Gachagua downplayed the allegations, stating he was not concerned about the potential threat. “I have heard the rumors about impeachment, but I’m not worried,” Gachagua said. “If speaking out for my people is what leads to my impeachment, then I’m ready to go home. I’m still young.” Gachagua addressed speculation linking the entry of ODM leader Raila Odinga and his allies into the Kenya Kwanza government to the impeachment movement.…