Citizen TV senior reporter Stephen Letoo has recently shared some important news about possible changes to Kenya’s electoral boundaries. According to Letoo, the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) might review and adjust the boundaries of some constituencies in the coming days. This review could lead to the scrapping of several constituencies across different regions
Following US President Donald Trump’s decision to restrict funding to numerous nations, including Kenya, hundreds of Kenyans have lost their jobs, and more are at risk of being laid off. Trump’s executive order, which froze humanitarian aid to most third-world nations, produced unexpected problems in several worldwide organizations. The crisis has pushed various government agencies
The people of Homa Bay County are in shock following the brutal murder of businessman Benson Ondiala. He was attacked at his home in Nyandiwa, Suba North, by unknown individuals under unclear circumstances. Despite efforts to save him, he succumbed to his injuries. His tragic death has left the community in mourning, with many struggling
Kenya has been without a fully constituted electoral commission for two years, leaving the country in a state of uncertainty. This situation began in January 2023 when the terms of the then-chairperson Wafula Chebukati and commissioners Boya Molu and Prof Abdi Guliye came to an end. The country’s electoral body, the Independent Electoral and Boundaries
Members of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Selection Panel have promised to get a chairperson and commissioners in place in less than three months. On Friday, January 31, the newly-appointed panel made strides by appointing Dr Nelson Makanda as chairperson and Lindah Kiome as vice chairperson. The duo’s election occurred just days after
The National Treasury of Kenya has officially announced the disbursement of Sh14 billion for school capitation. This latest allocation brings the cumulative amount released for educational funding to Sh33 billion for the current financial year. This funding is crucial in supporting the operational costs of public schools and enhancing the quality of education across the
Former Migori Governor Okoth Obado and his co-accused have been found to have a case to answer in the brutal murder of Sharon Otieno. According to reports by the Nation Africa, a Nairobi court ruled that the prosecution had presented enough evidence linking Obado, his personal assistant Michael Oyamo, and former Migori County clerk Casper
Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has recently stirred up a heated debate with his comments about CNN journalist Larry Madowo’s reporting methods. Cherargei, who is no stranger to making bold statements, took to social media to question Madowo’s approach to covering the conflict in Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). In his post, Cherargei asked, “Where
Kenya has promised to keep supporting HIV/AIDS patients even after the United States decided to cut foreign aid. This decision by the Trump administration has raised worries about whether patients will still be able to get the lifesaving antiretroviral drugs (ARVs) they need. These drugs are essential for managing HIV and keeping people healthy. Without
Joseph Kairu Wambui, popularly known as Khalif Kairo, a well-known second-hand vehicle dealer, found himself in court once again on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, facing serious allegations of fraud, this is according to the post shared on X by Nyakundi. This time, the case involves a sum of Ksh 3,045,000, which he is accused of