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08 Jul

Malaba Municipality Orders Residents to Vacate Public Land and Road Reserves

admin0 CommentsCountiesBusia County, Malaba

Malaba Municipality in Busia has issued a notice requiring residents occupying public land and encroaching on road reserves to vacate within 21 days. The directive, issued on June 24, 2024 by Municipality Manager Francis Asoyong, aims to facilitate the municipality's reorganization efforts. Failure to comply will lead to the demolition of structures at the owners' expense, as stated in the notice. Concerns over poor drainage and increased traffic due to land encroachment have prompted this move. Traders are appealing for more time and alternative operating locations before the eviction begins, citing challenges from purchasing land with disputed titles. Residents await…

07 Jul

Mudavadi Introduces Raila Odinga to EAC Ministers on AU Commission Chairmanship

admin0 CommentsNewsMusalia Mudavadi, Raila Odinga

PCS Musalia Mudavadi formally introduced Rt. Hon. Raila Odinga at the East African Community (EAC) ministers meeting, where Odinga outlined his readiness for the African Union Commission Chairmanship. Mudavadi highlighted Odinga's vision and transformative leadership, urging fellow EAC ministers to support his candidacy. "I urge fellow EAC ministers to support this visionary and transformative leader, to champion Africa’s integration, growth, and prosperity," Mudavadi stated. Odinga, known for his commitment to the Pan-African agenda, emphasized the importance of unity and collaboration among African nations to navigate the continent through critical times. "It is time the African Lion roared loudly across the…

07 Jul

Faith Kipyegon Sets New 1500m World Record at Paris Diamond League

admin0 CommentsNews, SportsDiamond League, Faith Kipyegon, Ferdinand Omanyala, Paris

Double Olympic Champion Faith Kipyegon has set a new world record in the 1500m, clocking an astonishing 3:49.04 at the Paris Diamond League. This remarkable feat breaks her own 2023 world record of 3:49.11, which she set in June. Reflecting on her achievement, Kipyegon said, "I knew the world record was possible because I recently ran very fast in Kenya. I was coming here to just run my race and to see what shape I’m in to defend my title at the Olympics." President William Ruto praised Kipyegon’s achievement, stating, "Faith Kipyegon has once again made history. Congratulations on breaking…

07 Jul

Kisii Town Sees Calm as Youths Skip Saba Saba Commemoration

admin0 CommentsCounties#Sabasaba, Kisii County, Sabasaba Protests

Kisii town witnessed an unusually calm Saba Saba commemoration as youths, who had earlier pledged to participate, chose to stay away from the streets. The town saw only a few pedestrians, with most residents opting to stay indoors, fearing a repeat of the violence that marked last Tuesday’s Gen Z demonstrations, during which businesses were looted and property damaged by goons. Pastor Denis Sosi from Glorious Life Christian Center praised the youths for heeding President William Ruto’s call for calm and for choosing to avoid destructive activities. "We commend the youths for listening to the president’s wise advice to maintain…

07 Jul

DP cautions Government officers against sabotaging war on illicit brews

admin0 CommentsNewsIllicit Brew, Rigathi Gachagua

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has cautioned National Government Administration Officers against sabotaging and politicising the fight on sale and consumption of illicit brews, drugs and substance abuse. Urging the officers to disallow reopening of illegal bars that were closed down for violating Alcoholic Drinks and Control Regulations, Mr Gachagua said the move amounts to undermining President William Ruto and Kenyans. This, he emphasised, is because in March this year, the Cabinet ratified enforcement measures to tackle the problem of illicit alcohol and drug abuse in the country. Arising from the Cabinet decision, illegal liquor joints and alcohol manufacturers were closed…

07 Jul

Preparations for Embu Rugby Sevens Tournament in Full Swing

admin0 CommentsSportsEmbu County, Rugby

Preparations for this year’s Embu Rugby Sevens Tournament, set to be held from July 12 to 14 at Moi Stadium, are in full swing. The organizers, Embu Rugby Football Club, are working diligently to ensure the grounds and all necessary installations are ready for the event. Bosire Abija, the club chairperson, announced that the competition will commence with the Under-18 contest, commonly known as the age-grade group, on Friday. This day is designed to be a family fun day with no gate charges for spectators. So far, 16 clubs have confirmed their participation, including prominent teams like Impala, Strathmore, Zetech,…

07 Jul

Five Dead, Including Police Officer, After Bandit Attack in Meru County

admin0 CommentsNewsKenya Police, Meru County, Security

Five people, including a police officer, have been confirmed dead and several others injured following a violent exchange of gunfire between herders and bandits in Kilenda area, Nkandone Sub-location, Naathu location, Meru County. The attack occurred yesterday evening when around 40 heavily armed Samburu bandits targeted herders grazing their livestock. The intense gunfire lasted for five hours, ultimately forcing the police officers to withdraw at dusk. The bandits managed to steal 159 livestock during the assault. Mutuati Deputy County Commissioner Silvester Mwangulu confirmed the fatalities and the livestock theft. The authorities are investigating the incident and are working on measures…

07 Jul

Fire Kills Two Children in Maina Slums, Nyahururu

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Grief has struck the Maina slums on the outskirts of Nyahururu town after a devastating fire claimed the lives of two children on Sunday afternoon. The victims, aged seven and four, perished in a house they were locked in by their mother, who had gone to work at a flower farm in Rumuruti, 40 kilometers away. Nyumba Kumi Chairman Macharia Kahwai, speaking to the media, stated that the fire appeared to have started due to an electrical fault in one of the wooden houses. Despite residents' desperate efforts to break into the house and rescue the children, they were unable…

07 Jul

Over 2,700 Residents Benefit from Safaricom Free Medical Camp in Githurai

admin0 CommentsCountiesGithurai, Mpesa Foundation, Safaricom

Nairobi County saw more than 2,700 residents receive free medical services at a camp hosted by the M-Pesa Foundation in collaboration with Zuri Health and Lions SightFirst Eye Hospital. The event took place at Kwa Ng’ethe Primary School in Githurai and is part of an ongoing effort to support Kenyans across the country. The medical camp provided a range of services, including eye care consultations, breast and cervical cancer screenings, fistula screenings, general doctor consultations, diabetes screenings, hypertension monitoring, and health consultations for both the elderly and children. “Safaricom, through our Foundations, is committed to transforming lives. Healthcare is one…

07 Jul

Bungoma Governor Lusaka Launches Massive Mosquito Net Distribution Campaign

admin0 CommentsCountiesBungoma County, Kenneth Lusaka, Malaria, Mosquito

Bungoma Governor Kenneth Lusaka has launched the distribution of 1.27 million treated mosquito nets across the county. The initiative aims to mitigate the effects of malaria, one of the highest killer diseases in Kenya. The five-day distribution exercise began at Makhonge Dispensary in Kamukuywa, Kimilili Constituency, with approximately 143,000 mosquito nets being distributed to benefit over 250,000 residents in Kimilili Sub County. "Health is our top priority as we kick off the distribution of mosquito nets across the county," Governor Lusaka stated. He emphasized the importance of utilizing the mosquito nets properly to reduce the incidence of malaria and urged…