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President William Ruto has recently defended the allocation of bonuses to sugarcane farmers, addressing concerns raised by Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka. Ruto has dismissed allegations regarding the funding source for the Sh150 million bonuses, emphasizing they stemmed from effective planning and…
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Chief Justice Martha Koome's security detail has been withdrawn, creating tension between her office and President William Ruto's administration. In a letter dated January 23, Koome addressed Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen and Inspector-General of Police Douglas Kanja, informing them…
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Wiper Democratic Movement leader Kalonzo Musyoka has publicly criticized President William Ruto regarding a controversial Sh150 million sugar cane bonus awarded to farmers. Musyoka’s remarks follow a National Executive Committee meeting in Nairobi, where he called for an inquiry into the funding…
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The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has initiated an investigation into the murder of Richard Otieno, a prominent activist and vocal critic of the government, known in his community as the "Molo President." Otieno was brutally attacked on Saturday night near the Elburgon Police Station…
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A Kisii County court has sentenced four men from Marani to a total of 135 years in prison for the violent murder of four elderly women accused of witchcraft. The convicted individuals—Amos Nyakundi Ondieki, also known as Sonko, Evans Ogeto Okari, and Hesborn Ong’ondi Gichana—each received 40-year…
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Jan Jacobus Brouwer, a Dutch fugitive convicted of sexual assault against minors, has been re-arrested in Kenya. Brouwer found guilty in the Netherlands in 2020 on two counts involving non-consensual sexual acts with children aged 12 to 16, fled to Kenya after his conviction. His apprehension…
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Tragedy struck the Thiririka Shrine on January 16, as local community members grappled with the shocking murder of Beth Muthoni, a devoted single mother who sought spiritual renewal through a pilgrimage. Muthoni planned to spend 24 hours in fasting and prayer but went missing after leaving home on…
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The tragic death of Richard Otieno, a prominent community activist and emerging politician from Elburgon, has generated widespread grief and demands for justice. Otieno, who had earned a diploma in social work and community development from Molo Technical and Vocational College, devoted his life to…
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In a ruling by Justice Jorum Abuodhaon on January 17, 2025, the Employment and Labour Relations Court in Nairobi spotlighted a controversial case involving the dismissal of teacher Mr Japher Nanjira Musa from Makini Schools. This case has raised pressing questions regarding the use of workplace…
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On Sunday, the Two Rivers Mall in Nairobi's northern suburbs became a vibrant hub as hundreds of Kenyans gathered for the annual Chinese New Year gala. Attendees sought refuge from the sweltering heat while immersing themselves in the rich cultural offerings of the event. Among the visitors was…