Martha Karua, the leader of the Narc Kenya party, has been denied an appearance by the General Court Martial in Makindye, Kampala. On Monday, December 2, 2024, Karua appeared at the court to lead a team of 50 lawyers representing veteran opposition leader Kizza Besigye in his continuing trial. However, she was barred from entering
However, his statements have amplified accusations that he disregards the democratic principles meant to ensure transparency and accountability. Public participation is a constitutional requirement in Kenya, and many see his comments as a reckless attempt to undermine the checks and balances necessary to protect public resources. Beyond this incident, Junet’s leadership in Suna East has
Schools may be required to turn away kids who have not registered for the new health program, the Social Health Authority (SHA), when they return in January. According to top government advisor Moses Kuria, the government intends to return home all unregistered children in an effort to register all Kenyans. Kuria stated at a Homecoming
Kisii journalist Cyprine Oenga, known for her “CyprineTV” brand, has reportedly been summoned by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) over allegations of “cyberbullying.” This development follows her bold reporting on the embezzlement of Ksh 19.7 million from the National Government Affirmative Action Fund (NGAAF) by Kisii Woman Representative Dorice Donya. Her reports have shed
A medic from Kisii Training and Referral Hospital and his partner were discovered dead in a residence in Nyamataro, Kisii County. The man is suspected of killing the woman before committing suicide in the residence. According to authorities, the bodies were discovered when the man and lady were clutching each other on the bed. According
The deployment of Kenyan caregivers and certified nursing assistants (CNAs) to Saudi Arabia has highlighted severe issues of labor exploitation and abuse. Despite promises of better economic prospects, many workers describe their conditions as slavery-like. These workers face systemic racism, physical and emotional abuse, lack of rest days, and severe labor law violations. The kafala
Nairobi’s Governor Johnson Sakaja has faced intense criticism following the city’s severe flooding after a single day of rain. Streets, homes, and businesses were submerged under filthy water due to poorly maintained drainage systems. This event starkly highlighted the disconnect between City Hall’s promises and its delivery, exposing a leadership marred by inefficiency and misplaced
On Friday, November 29, President William Ruto advocated for the East African region’s union into a single nation. While there are no firm plans to address this, it would have far-reaching ramifications for countries such as the Democratic Republic of Congo and Somalia. While addressing the 24th Ordinary Summit of East African Heads of State
The United Kingdom has supported Kenya’s efforts to tackle the burgeoning ‘wash wash’ cartels.In a statement posted on X, the British High Commission in Kenya revealed measures to assist the country in exiting the feared international financial grey list. The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) manages the grey list, which puts the country under the
The reports against Nairobi County Traffic Commander Joseph Chirchir paint a grim picture of systemic corruption within Kenya’s police service. Accused by junior officers of enforcing mandatory bribes and contributions, Chirchir has found himself at the center of a scandal that sheds light on the deeply entrenched culture of corruption in the police force. These