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10 Jul

Families of kidnapped university students distressed by overwhelming ransom demands

Addis Standard0 CommentsAfrica

The family of one of about 100 university students who were kidnapped last week near Garba Guracha town in Oromia’s North Shoa zone, while traveling from Amhara region to Addis Abeba, said they received a ransom demand of half a million birr. The sister of a third year female student at Debark University who was kidnapped on Wednesday, 03 July 2024, told Addis Standard on conditions of anonymity that the family have been distressed by the amount of money they are asked to pay, and lack of action by the government. “We’ve been receiving phone calls from government officials, but…

10 Jul

Nyanza leaders defend Raila over calls for dialogue

admin0 CommentsNewsJame Orengo, Raila Odinga, Simba Arati

Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leaders from Nyanza have defended party leader, Raila Odinga’s calls for dialogue to solve the political stalemate in the country. Kisii Governor Simba Arati, Siaya Governor James Orengo and Alego Usonga MP Samuel Atandi said that the former prime minister should not be condemned for his calls for dialogue as the issues being raised by Gen. Z are the same ones Raila has been fighting for over the years. The trio was speaking at Ambrose Adeya Adongo Secondary School grounds in Alego Usonga Constituency, Siaya County during the official launch of a multimillion shilling administration cum…

10 Jul

Former Marathon World No.1 Lawrence Cherono Banned for Seven Years for Anti-Doping Violations

admin0 CommentsSportsDoping, Lawrence Cherono, Marathon

Lawrence Cherono, once celebrated as the world's top marathoner, has been handed a severe seven-year ban by the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) after admitting to multiple Anti-Doping Rule Violations (ADRVs). The 35-year-old Kenyan, renowned for his two major marathon victories and impressive career ranking, confessed to breaching regulations, including tampering with evidence to mislead investigators. Cherono's infractions involve serious violations under the Anti-Doping Rules. He tested positive for the banned substance Trimetazidine in May 2022, triggering allegations of breaching ADR 2.1 and ADR 2.2 related to the presence and use of prohibited substances. Additionally, he faced charges under ADR 2.5…

10 Jul

Brother Kills Brother in Narok County

admin0 CommentsNewsKenya Police, Narok County

Police in Trans Mara West Sub County are investigating a tragic incident in which a 33-year-old man was allegedly killed by his brother at their home in Enoretet village. County Police Commander Riko Ngare reported that the two brothers were engaged in a fight over unknown issues when Leteipa Kipkuro was fatally stabbed in the pelvic area by his brother, Peter Kipkuro. Leteipa was rushed to Trans Mara West Sub County Hospital in Kilgoris town, where he was pronounced dead by doctors due to excessive bleeding. The body is currently preserved at Kilgoris Mission Hospital mortuary, awaiting a postmortem examination.…

10 Jul

KBC Secures Exclusive Free-to-Air Rights for 2024 Paris Olympic Games

admin0 CommentsSports2024 Paris Olympic Games, Kenya Broadcasting Corporation

The Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC) has secured the exclusive free-to-air (FTA) rights to broadcast the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, providing millions of Kenyans with the opportunity to watch one of the world’s most prestigious sporting events from the comfort of their homes. In an announcement made earlier today, KBC confirmed that it would be the sole FTA broadcaster of the Paris 2024 Olympics in Kenya. This agreement means that KBC will offer comprehensive coverage of the games, including live broadcasts of key events, highlights, and in-depth analysis. The 2024 Paris Olympics, scheduled to take place from July 26 to August…

10 Jul

Police Football Clubs Lauded for Stellar Management and Recent Triumphs

admin0 CommentsSportsKenya Police Bullets, Police FC

Managers of Police FC and Kenya Police Bullets have been commended for their exemplary management, leading to significant successes on both the national and regional football stages. Speaking at a breakfast meeting held at the Ole Sereni Hotel in Nairobi today, Sports Cabinet Secretary Hon. Ababu Namwamba attributed the recent achievements of both clubs to effective management and the dedication of the players. "You have an impressive team management framework. I see in you order, discipline, efficiency, accountability, and transparency," said Hon. Namwamba. The event was organized to honor the police footballers following a season of remarkable accomplishments. Police FC…

10 Jul

Koskei Reduces Advisors to CSs to One, personal staff to two

admin0 CommentsNewsFelix Koskei

The Chief of Staff and Head of Public Service, Felix Koskei, has instructed Cabinet Secretaries to reduce the number of technical advisors from two to one, following President William Ruto’s directive issued last week. Koskei stated that any advisor exceeding the new limit will be immediately phased out from the Public Service. Additionally, personal staff CSs will remain capped at two. President William Ruto’s address last week underscored the importance of fiscal discipline and the need to restore public faith in government institutions through enhanced accountability, transparency, and good governance. The reduction in advisors is a key step towards achieving…

10 Jul

Tatu City condemns Kiambu County Governor over extortion attempt

admin0 CommentsNewsKiambu County, Tatu City

Tatu City, one of the largest foreign direct investors in Kenya, has condemned Kiambu County Governor Kimani Wamatangi and his advisor for seeking to extort KES 4.3 billion (USD 33 million) in land. Tatu City is owned and developed by Rendeavour, Africa’s largest new city builder, whose shareholders include investors from New Zealand, United Kingdom, United States and Norway. Governor Wamatangi has held up the approval of Tatu City’s new Master Plan for more than a year and a half while he and county officials attempted to seize more than 40 acres of land, including for Governor Wamatangi’s residence. “It’s…

10 Jul

NCIC Summons Daadab MP Hon. Farah Maalim Over Controversial Utterances

admin0 CommentsNewsDaadab MP, Farah Maalim, National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC)

The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) has summoned Daadab Member of Parliament, Hon. Farah Maalim, to appear before the Commission on Thursday, July 11, 2024, at 11:00 A.M. The session will be held at the NCIC offices located on the 17th Floor of Britam Tower, Hospital Road, Upper Hill, Nairobi. The summons is in accordance with Section 27 of the National Cohesion and Integration Act No. 12 of 2008. The Commission is investigating remarks made by the MP in the Somali language concerning the Gen Z demonstrations against the Finance Bill 2024. These utterances are believed to potentially incite…

10 Jul

ILAM Fahari I-REIT to Trade on NSE’s Unquoted Securities Platform

admin0 CommentsBusinessILAM fahari, ILAM Fahari I-REIT, Nairobi Securities Exchange Plc (NSE), Unquoted Securities Platform (USP)

ILAM Fahari Real Estate Investment Trust has today been admitted to the Unquoted Securities Platform (USP) of the Nairobi Securities Exchange Plc (NSE) following a comprehensive restructuring of the REIT. In February, ILAM received regulatory approval from the Capital Markets Authority (CMA) to delist the REIT from the Main Investment Market Segment (MIMS) of the NSE. This restructuring process involved converting from an unrestricted to a restricted I-REIT. Delisting from MIMS and trading over the counter on the USP will provide greater flexibility in managing the REIT's portfolio and will not affect the unitholders' ability to trade their units, with…