Author: Lorren Aliwa
The Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) is urging all customers to update their token meters ahead of the August 31 deadline to prevent any service interruptions. The ongoing campaign, dubbed “Update Token Meter Yako,” was launched in June 2024 and has already seen a positive response, with 5.64 million customers having complied. KPLC’s Managing Director and CEO, Joseph Siror, expressed gratitude to those who have already updated their meters and emphasized the importance of completing the update before the deadline. “So far, the exercise has achieved a good response, and we thank all our customers who have already updated…
In a surprising turn of events, Opposition leader Raila Odinga has announced his decision to step back from active politics in Kenya to focus on his campaign for the African Union Commission (AUC) chairperson. Raila made the announcement during a joint press briefing with Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi, marking a significant shift in his political career. “I am not going to be very active in Kenyan politics henceforth as I continue now to focus my attention on the continental campaign,” Raila declared. He reassured his supporters that this shift does not mean he is abandoning Kenya but rather transitioning…
Uasin Gishu Governor Jonathan Bii has nominated Evans Kipruto Kapkea as the county’s new deputy governor following the unexpected resignation of John Barorot. Barorot stepped down on Monday, August 19, prompting swift action from Governor Bii to fill the vacant position. In a statement issued on Wednesday, August 21, the Governor’s Press Director, Silah Koskei, confirmed that Kapkea’s name has been forwarded to the County Assembly for vetting. Kapkea, who currently serves as the Member of County Assembly (MCA) for Tembelio Ward, is expected to undergo the vetting process before officially assuming the role. Kapkea brings a strong educational background…
The Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) and the Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) have vowed to go ahead with a nationwide teachers’ strike. This follows after a failed negotiations with the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) over the implementation of the 2021-2025 Collective Bargain Agreement (CBA). The strike, set to begin on Monday, August 26, 2024, is expected to cause widespread disruptions in public schools across the country. Union officials from both KUPPET and KNUT announced their decision during a press briefing on Wednesday, August 21, expressing their disappointment after talks with the TSC broke down. The unions…
Nominated Senator Karen Nyamu has expressed her discontent following the impeachment of Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza, cautioning against the celebratory tone adopted by some of her colleagues. While Nyamu acknowledged that she supports the impeachment, she questioned the manner in which it was received, emphasizing that the decision was nothing to celebrate. Nyamu took to social media on August 20, 2024, to share her thoughts, stating, “I will never forget how some colleagues celebrated the Meru governor’s impeachment tonight. Not that I don’t support her impeachment, but celebrating?? Watu wana roho yenye sitawai elewa.” She further criticized the grounds for…
Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has issued a firm directive ensuring that no qualified student will be denied university admission due to the non-payment of household contributions. Speaking on Wednesday, Ogamba emphasized that all students who meet the qualifications for university entry will secure a spot in their chosen institutions, regardless of their immediate financial situation. “The vice-chancellors of public universities have been directed to admit all qualified students without exception,” Ogamba stated. “We are committed to ensuring that no deserving student is denied the opportunity to pursue higher education due to financial constraints.” The Education CS revealed that university…
In a significant legal development, the High Court in Milimani, Nairobi, has temporarily suspended the Senate’s decision to impeach Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza. The court’s ruling, delivered on August 21, 2024, followed an urgent application by the embattled governor, who is challenging her removal from office. Governor Mwangaza’s petition, classified as urgent, presented what the court described as “constitutional, legal, and factual issues” that warranted immediate judicial intervention. As a result, the court issued several key orders, including the suspension of the Senate’s resolution to remove her from office. Additionally, the court restrained the Speaker of the Senate or any…
Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza has been officially removed from office following a decisive vote by the Senate, which found her guilty on all three charges brought against her. This marks the third attempt to remove Governor Mwangaza, with previous efforts failing to secure the necessary support. Despite surviving two prior impeachment attempts, accusations of gross misconduct, constitutional violations, and abuse of office persisted, leading to her eventual ousting. The decision by the Senate sparked celebrations across Meru County, with residents taking to the streets late at night to express their joy. In some areas, people gathered to watch the Senate…
On Tuesday, August 20, 2024, the Senate upheld the impeachment of Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza, effectively ending her tenure as the county’s chief executive. The decision was reached after a decisive vote, with Senate Speaker Amason Kingi officially announcing the outcome. Governor Mwangaza’s removal from office triggers a series of constitutional procedures that will now shape the future of Meru County’s leadership. As per Kenya’s Constitution, Deputy Governor Mutuma M’Ethingia is set to assume the position of county governor for the remainder of the term. The Constitution provides clear guidelines for such transitions. Article 182(3) stipulates that if a deputy…
Anne Kanjeru, the mother of the late Meru blogger and political activist Daniel Muthiani, known as ‘Sniper,’ caused a commotion in the Senate on Tuesday, August 20, during the ongoing impeachment hearings of Governor Kawira Mwangaza. The incident occurred on the second day of the Senate proceedings, which have been marked by intense emotions and political tension. Kanjeru, still grieving the loss of her son, could not hold back her anguish and began shouting during the testimony of Dickson Munene, the Legal Affairs Director of Meru County Government. Her cries caught the attention of Senate Speaker Amason Kingi, who initially…