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21 Jul

Meru Senator Murungi Tells UDA Secretary General to Keep Off Meru Politics

admin0 CommentsNewsCleophas Malala, Kathuri Murungi, Meru County

Meru Senator and Deputy Speaker of the Senate, Kathuri Murungi, has firmly told off UDA Secretary General Cleophas Malala, urging him to stay out of Meru's political affairs. This declaration follows Malala's recent intervention, where he wrote a letter to Mrs. Zipporah Kinya, demanding the immediate withdrawal of the impeachment motion against Governor Kawira Mwangaza, citing the interest of party cohesion and stability. Senator Murungi asserted that the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party has no authority to interfere with the county assembly's business, which is governed by the constitution and standing orders. He emphasized that Malala's actions were inappropriate and…

21 Jul

Don’t rush in appointing CSs, Wavinya tells Ruto

admin0 CommentsNewsWavinya Ndeti, William Ruto

Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti has advised President William Ruto to take his time while picking individuals for his Cabinet. Speaking while attending a Sunday Mass at St. Jude Catholic church in Athiriver, Wavinya told the President Kenyans were looking up at him to fill up his cabinet with the right individuals. "For sure the President did a good thing to dissolve his cabinet. I now request him to take time, and not rush in picking the calibre of people Kenyans want," she said. Last week, President Ruto sacked his entire Cabinet following intense pressure from Kenyans who have been calling…

21 Jul

Gachagua assures Kenyans that the future is bright

admin0 CommentsNewsRigathi Gachagua

Deputy president Rigathi Gachagua has called on Kenyans to have confidence in the Ruto Administration as it tackles the challenges facing the nation. Gachagua also appealed to the youth, particularly the Gen Z, to be patriotic, and call off the peaceful protests they are advocating. The Deputy President reiterated that the activation has been infiltrated by people with criminal intent who have been looting shops and destroying property. "They should now halt the demonstrations and give the President and Government room to implement their grievances in a peaceful environment," he said. "As a country, let us not lose hope. There…

21 Jul

Church Criticizes Ruto’s Nomination of Cabinet Secretaries

admin0 CommentsNewsCatholic, Cleophas Oseso, Nakuru County.

The recent appointment of new Cabinet members by President William Ruto has drawn a range of reactions, with Bishop Cleophas Oseso of the Nakuru Catholic Diocese leading the charge of criticism. Oseso described the appointments as "cosmetic" and warned that they might incite fresh demonstrations if the President continues to recycle previously rejected figures. In a press conference held two days after the President announced the first phase of the Cabinet appointments, Oseso expressed disappointment, stating that the new list of appointees did not align with public expectations. “The new list of Cabinet appointees does not meet the public expectations,…

21 Jul

Azimio Leader Raila Odinga Calls for Justice and National Dialogue

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Azimio Leader Raila Odinga addressed the nation's youth this morning, emphasizing the necessity of justice before any national dialogue can occur. In his speech, Odinga laid out a series of demands aimed at rectifying injustices and creating a platform for meaningful conversation about Kenya's future. Odinga's address highlighted several critical issues that must be resolved to pave the way for a National Conversation. These include: Compensation for every victim of police brutality; Dismissal of all protest-related cases; Release of all abductees and those in jail; Resolution of outstanding healthcare and education grievances; Reverting public healthcare insurance back to NHIF and…

20 Jul

Two drown in Ntulele, Narok county

admin0 CommentsNewsMaasai Mara, Narok County

Grief and shock have engulfed Mukuru village in Ntulele area, Narok East Sub County, after the bodies of two male adults were found floating in a seasonal river. The tragic incident has left the community in mourning. Narok County Police Commander Riko Ngare confirmed the incident, stating that the two victims, identified as Stanley Korir, 50, a boda boda rider, and Jared Kahuhia, 52, a passenger, were riding a motorbike when they fell into a deep valley while attempting to cross a man-made bridge. “They were last seen at around 9pm last night. It is suspected that the motorbike slipped…

20 Jul

Relatives Plead for Help in Finding Abducted Malindi Businessman

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The family of Malindi businessman Karisa Mae, who was allegedly abducted by security officers at Arabuko along the Kilifi-Malindi road on Monday, is pleading with the government to help them locate him. Speaking to journalists in Malindi town on Friday, the distressed relatives recounted their exhaustive search for Mr. Mae, which included visits to police stations and mortuaries, but to no avail. They implored the state agency believed to be behind the alleged abduction to either release him or charge him in court if he has committed any offense. The 41-year-old father of five was reportedly abducted at Arabuko by…

20 Jul

Wiper Leaders condemn the chaos during Azimio’s meeting in Nairobi

admin0 CommentsNewsKalonzo Musyoka, Mombasa, Raila Odinga, Wiper Party

Mombasa Wiper party members have castigated the disruption of their Party Leader press conference at the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Foundation Centre by goons during an Azimio la Umoja One Kenya coalition meeting. The press briefing ended in disarray when Wiper Leader Kalonzo Musyoka started to read the resolution of the Azimio meeting before he was interrupted by goons. The members want their Party Leader to break ranks with the ODM supremo who allegedly has forged a deal with the government to get Cabinet Secretaries slots from the proposed ‘broad-based government’. They want their Party Leader to be respected as a…

20 Jul

Government Launches National Vaccination Campaign Against PPR in Sheep and Goats

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The government has launched a nationwide mass vaccination campaign targeting sheep and goats to combat Peste des Petits Ruminants (PPR), a highly contagious viral disease. The launch ceremony took place at Syokithumbi in Kwa Mutonga, Kitui West sub-county, drawing key stakeholders from the livestock sector, including government officials, veterinary professionals, and representatives from international organizations. Speaking at the event, Livestock Development PS Jonathan Mueke emphasized the critical role of the livestock sector in Kenya’s economy, contributing up to 12 percent of the GDP and employing half of the agricultural labor force. “Livestock, including 22 million cattle, 63 million sheep and…

19 Jul

President Ruto Announces New Cabinet

admin0 CommentsNewsCabinet Reshuffle, Cabinet Secretary, William Ruto

President William Ruto has unveiled a list of 11 nominated Cabinet Secretaries and the Attorney General, following recent dismissals and a period of national reflection and public discourse. Those retained in the very dockets following the recent dismissal are: Ministry of the Interior and National Administration: Prof. Kithure Kindiki; Ministry of Defence: Aden Barre Duale; Ministry of Lands, Public Works, Housing and Urban Development: Alice Wahome; and Ministry of Environment, Climate Change and Forestry: Roselinda Soipan Tuiya. Davis Chirchir was technically moved from the Ministry of Energy to the Ministry of Roads and Transport while Rebecca Miano from the Ministry…