Author: Lorren Aliwa
Safaricom PLC has announced a major update to its popular reverse call service, a feature that has been widely embraced by subscribers since its introduction in 2019. The telecommunications company has confirmed that while the service will continue, users will now be limited to two free reverse calls per day. The decision to implement this change has sparked a wave of reactions from users on X (formerly Twitter). In response, Safaricom clarified that any additional reverse calls beyond the first two will incur standard call charges. “The reverse call service is still available. Please note that the initiator of the…
Businessman Jimi Wanjigi was arrested on Monday, August 19, 2024, and is currently being held at Kamukunji Police Station. The arrest, according to the police, stems from the discovery of unlicensed firearms at Wanjigi’s residence, though he is expected to be prosecuted on Tuesday, August 20. Wanjigi, a prominent figure in Kenya’s business and political circles, had earlier presented himself to the police for questioning over allegations of sponsoring the Nane Nane protests and possessing teargas canisters at his Muthaiga home in Nairobi. These accusations have been vehemently denied by Wanjigi, who described them as politically motivated. At around 4:20…
Detectives from the Anti-Narcotics Unit in Malindi are on the hunt for a suspected drug trafficker who narrowly escaped a police raid at his store, leaving behind cannabis valued at Sh2.5 million. The suspect managed to evade capture after spotting the approaching officers and fleeing the scene. According to a police report, the raid was conducted following tips from local residents who reported the suspect’s involvement in illegal drug dealings. During the search of the store, officers recovered 86 kilograms of bhang stashed in four large sacks. “The recovered narcotics were taken to Malindi Police Station for safe custody as…
A 25-year-old man tragically drowned in Mwea Constituency, Kirinyaga County, while attempting to swim across a National Irrigation Authority dam on Sunday evening. The man, identified as Kelvin Gitonga, was trying to win a Ksh 300 bet when the incident occurred around 6:30 p.m., leaving the residents of Maisha Kamili in Ngurubani Town and Kamucege Village in shock. Gitonga, a well-known boda boda operator and skilled swimmer in the area, had made a bet with a friend that he could swim from one end of the dam to the other. According to witnesses, he was close to reaching the shore…
Uasin Gishu Deputy Governor John Barorot has officially resigned from his position, marking the end of his tenure in the county government. Barorot made the announcement during a meeting with senior county staff at the Eka Hotel in Eldoret, in the presence of Governor Dr. Jonathan Bii. The formal announcement of his resignation is expected to be made shortly at the Uasin Gishu County headquarters. His departure comes just days after he dismissed rumors of his resignation, which had surfaced following his absence from a significant event in Eldoret. Last Thursday, Barorot was notably absent when President William Ruto conferred…
Tensions flared at the Music Copyright Society of Kenya (MCSK) offices in Nairobi when newly elected board members were allegedly denied access and subjected to harassment, reportedly on the orders of MCSK CEO Dr. Ezekiel Mutua. The dramatic incident unfolded as the new members attempted to assume their roles following an extraordinary general meeting (EGM) that saw their election to the board. The new board members accused Dr. Mutua of orchestrating their mistreatment, claiming they were locked in a room and confronted by armed goons. According to Cornelius Macharia, an artist and one of the newly elected board members, the…
A usually peaceful Sunday service at Kiamwathi Presbyterian Church of East Africa (PCEA) in Nyeri Town turned chaotic on August 18, 2024, as a group of determined Gen Z youths staged a bold protest against the church’s leadership. The young worshippers, who arrived early at the church premises, locked the gates, preventing other congregants from entering and effectively halting the service. The youths’ anger was directed at the church elders, whom they accused of unjustly attempting to dismiss Reverend Lucy Kiriungi without cause. Carrying placards with messages such as “We are not cooling down until our reverend Lucy comes back”…
A humorous mix-up occurred during a recent church service led by Pastor James Ng’ang’a, who mistakenly identified a young man in the congregation as well-known activist Kasmuel McOure. The incident, captured in an undated video, shows the evangelist pausing in confusion as he noticed the striking resemblance between the churchgoer and McOure. The young man had approached the dais to discuss a persistent back problem with the pastor. However, instead of addressing the ailment, Pastor Ng’ang’a’s attention was immediately drawn to the uncanny likeness, leading him to repeatedly question whether the young man was indeed the activist. “You are not…
Matatu operators across Kenya have issued a stern warning of a nationwide strike set for Tuesday, protesting what they describe as exploitation by insurance companies and auctioneers. The Matatu Movement Kenya members have raised concerns over the skyrocketing operational costs, which they say have led to banks auctioning their vehicles due to loan defaults. The operators argue that the collapse of several insurance companies has left them facing significant losses, forcing them to purchase new policies for their vehicles. They accuse insurance companies of colluding with auctioneers to sell off their vehicles at a fraction of their value whenever they…
On Thursday, August 15, Nairobi County’s Environment Chief Officer Geoffrey Mosiria, along with public health officials, shut down a notoriously unsanitary kiosk hotel located in the Bus Station area of Nairobi’s Central Business District (CBD). The establishment, known for preparing kebabs, eggs, and smokies, was found to be in a deplorable condition, with blackened cooking oil, strong unpleasant odours, and an overall filthy environment. In a video released by Mosiria, the kiosk was shown to pose serious health risks due to its lack of cleanliness. The closure of the hotel is indefinite and will remain in place until the facility…