In a fierce and divisive statement today, Kimilili MP Didmus Barasa ignited fresh controversy by declaring that Kenyans who die during demonstrations are “not heroes,” a comment that has drawn intense criticism from activists and political commentators. Speaking at an impromptu media briefing in Parliament, Barasa forcefully rejected the notion that fatalities in civil unrest […]
A Nairobi court was rocked Monday by an explosive court appearance: company director Honey Khatwani stands accused of siphoning a staggering KSh 356 million from his own business. Khatwani, a director at OKI General Trading Limited, appeared before Milimani Law Courts Principal Magistrate Dolphina Alego, where he was formally charged with embezzling USD 2,786,174.40—equivalent to roughly KSh 356,711,174.40—over a four‑and‑a‑half‑year period ending […]
The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has issued a high-level alert following the sudden and mysterious disappearance of rights blogger and activist, Ndiangui Kinyagia, from his residence in Kinoo, Kiambu County. The incident, which has sent shockwaves across human rights circles, is being treated as a possible enforced disappearance—an increasingly disturbing trend in the country. […]
With nationwide Gen‑Z protests scheduled for June 25 to mark the deadly anti-Finance Bill unrest of last year, supporters of President William Ruto have escalated their rhetoric, unleashing chilling threats and ominous warnings against demonstrators. Dubbed “warmongers” by Daily Nation, several pro-government MPs have stepped forward in recent days, promising severe consequences for any attempt to […]
In a stunning affirmation today, Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen praised the National Police Service (NPS) as the most professional force in Africa, marking a dramatic shift in the government’s tone toward its security apparatus. During a high-level visit to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) headquarters and forensic laboratory, CS Murkomen described the ongoing […]
In a high-stakes display of political mobilization, Kajiado Senator Seki Lenku has publicly vowed unwavering support from the Maasai community for Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua as preparations for the 2027 general election intensify. Speaking in Nairobi after leading a delegation to Gachagua’s Wamunyoro residence on June 23, Senator Seki dismissed claims that Gachagua’s backing in the […]
In a landmark ruling today, the High Court has invalidated the 2.75 percent deduction made by government to the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) from gross salaries—holding that it amounts to illegal double taxation. Presiding over the case, Justice Chacha Mwita delivered a scathing judgment, stating that any deduction taken from gross income beyond the legislated income […]
In a spectacle that has stunned both entertainment circles and the political elite, Tanzanian R&B sensation Juma Jux delivered a jaw-dropping performance at an ultra-exclusive pre-wedding ceremony in Karen this weekend, reportedly walking away with millions for a single-night gig. The pre-wedding gala, hosted at the palatial residence of David Langat, one of Kenya’s most […]
A Reuters‑commissioned analysis has flagged TikTok as the leading source of fake news in Kenya, highlighting serious threats to national cohesion and the integrity of upcoming elections. The platform, once celebrated for its light‑hearted dance clips, is now accused of fueling ethnic tensions and spreading manipulated content on a massive scale . The Reuters report […]
In a move that threatens to escalate tensions between Kenya’s legal fraternity and the executive, seasoned lawyer Paul Muite has petitioned the High Court to impose a two-year jail sentence on President William Ruto and Attorney General Justin Muturi, accusing them of contempt of court. Muite, a prominent Senior Counsel with a track record in […]
