Author: Lorren Aliwa
In a dramatic late-night session at the Senate, Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza was impeached after Senators overwhelmingly voted to confirm all three charges brought against her. The voting, which took place on Tuesday, was marked by intense debate and political maneuvering, with Senators primarily from the Kenya Kwanza coalition leading the push for her removal. Governor Mwangaza, who had previously survived two impeachment attempts, faced charges of gross violation of the Constitution, abuse of office, and misconduct. This time, however, she was unable to secure the necessary support to retain her position. On the first charge of gross violation of…
Tens of tourists were among hundreds of motorists stranded for hours on Tuesday morning in a massive traffic jam along the Nakuru-Narok Highway. The gridlock was triggered by residents of Olokurto Ward who took to the streets to protest the poor state of roads in their area. According to witnesses, the residents’ demonstration aimed to draw attention to the deteriorating condition of the Lengetia-Olpusimoru Road, a key route within the region. They called on the area’s Member of Parliament, Agnes Mantaine, to intervene and facilitate the road’s urgent repair and construction. Videos shared online showed a long line of vehicles,…
Businessman Jimi Wanjigi has been released on a Ksh10 million bond by a Magistrates Court, pending a ruling on whether his plea-taking will be deferred in a case involving allegations of possessing unlicensed firearms. Chief Magistrate Susan Shitubi, presiding over the case, directed Wanjigi to deposit his passport with the court as the ruling is set for September 12, 2024. The decision follows an application filed by Wanjigi seeking to defer his plea, claiming his rights had been violated. Represented by a legal team led by Senior Counsel Paul Muite, former Vice President Kalonzo Musyoka, and lawyer Willis Otieno, Wanjigi…
The death toll in the tragic accident that occurred early Tuesday morning in the Migaa area near Salgaa along the Nakuru-Eldoret highway has risen to 13. The incident, which took place around 5 a.m., involved a PSV bus and multiple other vehicles. Among the deceased are five women, seven men, and one infant. The number of fatalities increased as more bodies were retrieved from the wreckage. The bus, which was traveling from Kericho to Nakuru, reportedly lost its brakes while negotiating a steep stretch, leading it to ram into barriers and other vehicles before plunging into a ditch. A total…
In a shocking development, Collins Jumaisi Khalusha, the prime suspect in the notorious Kware murders, has escaped from Gigiri Police Station in Nairobi. The incident occurred on Tuesday morning, when police discovered that Jumaisi, along with 12 other detainees—Eritrean nationals—had broken out of custody. The group managed to cut through a wire mesh in their cell and scaled a perimeter wall to make their escape. Jumaisi, who is accused of killing up to 42 women, was awaiting a court appearance scheduled for Friday. The Director of Criminal Investigations, Mohamed Amin, confirmed the escape, stating that a fresh manhunt has been…
Kapseret MP Oscar Sudi has committed to helping ODM loyalist Nuru Okanga establish multiple businesses and secure a new home, offering KSh1.3 million in funding. Sudi, known for his philanthropy, has earmarked KSh300,000 of the total to open a salon for Okanga’s wife, with the remainder to be invested in other ventures, including a posho mill and a car wash in Okanga’s rural home. During the announcement, Sudi emphasized the importance of focusing on one business at a time to ensure success. “No matter how clever you are, you cannot successfully launch multiple businesses simultaneously. You must nurture one business…
Kenya Airways (KQ) has reported a significant milestone, recording its first profit after tax since 2013, marking a major turnaround in its financial performance. The national carrier posted a profit of KSh513 million for the first half of the financial year ending June 30, 2024, a dramatic recovery from a KSh21.7 billion loss in the same period the previous year. This positive shift is attributed to the airline’s strategic turnaround plan, dubbed Project Kifaru, which focuses on customer obsession, operational excellence, financial discipline, innovation, and sustainability. KQ Chairperson Michael Joseph hailed the achievement, emphasizing that the efforts of the board,…
A teacher lost his life on Monday after being attacked by an elephant while attempting to photograph the animal in Miti Tatu village, Kipkelion, Kericho County. The tragic incident occurred as two elephants wandered through the village, attracting the attention of hundreds of curious onlookers. Eyewitnesses reported that the teacher, who was among the crowd, tried to capture a close-up shot of one of the elephants when it suddenly charged at him. In a desperate bid to escape, the teacher attempted to run but was quickly caught by the enraged elephant. The animal tossed him into the air and trampled…
At least six people have lost their lives, and over 40 others have been injured following a tragic multi-vehicle accident near the Migaa area close to Salgaa along the Eldoret-Nakuru road early this morning. The accident, which occurred around 5 am, involved several vehicles, including a bus traveling from Kericho toward Nakuru. According to witnesses, the bus, en route to Mombasa, reportedly lost its brakes while navigating a steep section of the road. The driver, unable to control the speeding vehicle, crashed into barriers and collided with other vehicles before the bus veered off the road and landed in a…
In a major breakthrough, police officers from Baraka Police Station in Rongai Sub-County, Nakuru County, have apprehended 19-year-old Ezekiel Kwame Mwangi, a suspected serial killer linked to a series of brutal murders in the area. Mwangi, who has been on the police radar for months, is believed to be the mastermind behind several heinous crimes that have sent shockwaves through the community. The suspect’s alleged crime spree began on July 14, 2024, when he reportedly defiled and murdered five-year-old Alice Ayuma Blessing, later dumping her lifeless body in a maize plantation in the Mwangaza area. The brutality escalated on August…