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10 Sep

Former Presidential Candidate Mohamed Dida Serving A 7-Year Sentence In American Prison

Citizen News0 CommentsNewsFormer Presidential Candidate Mohamed Dida Serving A 7-Year Sentence In American Prison

Former Kenyan presidential candidate Mohammed Abduba Dida is serving a 7-year sentence in Illinois, United States for stalking and transmitting threats. Dida has been serving his sentence at the Big Muddy Correctional Centre in Illinois since November 18, 2022, after being convicted of stalking and intimidating an unidentified victim. The 49-year-old former teacher was found guilty of two charges, the first for stalking and transmitting threats, which resulted in a two-year sentence. The second count was for aggravated stalking and violation of a restraining order which saw the court slap him with a 5 year sentence. During the hearing in…

10 Sep

Rebecca Cheptegei’s Ex-Lover Dickson Ndiema Dies at Moi Referral Hospital

Kenyans.co.ke0 CommentsNews, SportsRebecca Cheptegei's Ex-Lover Dickson Ndiema Dies

Dickson Ndiema, the ex-lover to deceased Ugandan athlete Rebeca Cheptegei has died at Eldoret, Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital (MTRH), succumbing to the wounds incurred from the incident that saw him suffer burns to 30 per cent of his body. Ndiema had been admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) after being rushed to the medical facility following an altercation that saw Ndiema douse Cheptegei in petrol before setting her on fire. Kenyans.co.ke has authoritatively learnt that Ndiema, a sports professional himself succumbed to the burns on Monday night. MTRH, however was yet to release a statement by the time of…

08 Sep

Raila Odinga Seeks Blessings from Clansmen for African Union Top Seat Bid

Reporter0 CommentsNewsAfrican Union, Raila Odinga

Azimio leader Raila Odinga has urged his clansmen to pray for his success in securing the top position at the African Union Commission (AUC). Speaking at his late father Jaramogi Oginga Odinga’s home in Nyamira Kang’o village, Bondo sub-county, Mr. Odinga emphasized his desire to lead the continent and reduce Africa’s dependency on European countries. Addressing his Sakwa clansmen from South Nyanza, the opposition chief said that Africa is capable of solving its own problems without relying on foreign nations. He reaffirmed his commitment to empowering the continent by seeking the AUC chairmanship. Nairobi Governor Johnston Sakaja, who was present…

08 Sep

Sardine Shortage Hits Homa Bay Fish Market as Ugandan-Kenyan Clashes Disrupt Supply

Reporter0 CommentsNewsKenya, Uganda

Women traders at the Homa Bay fish market are facing a severe shortage of sardines (omena) due to ongoing clashes between Ugandan police and Kenyan fishermen. The disruption has led to a sharp increase in prices, with sardine costs doubling over recent weeks. Traders report that the amount of sardines they used to purchase for Sh1,000 now costs Sh2,000, severely cutting into their profits. Many traders are struggling to meet customer demand, resulting in growing frustration across the market. The affected traders are calling on the government to intervene swiftly to restore normal trade conditions and stabilize prices. They urge…

08 Sep

Fire Contained at Isiolo Girls Secondary School, No Injuries Reported

Reporter0 CommentsNewsIsiolo County, Isiolo Girls

A fire broke out at Isiolo Girls Secondary School on [insert date] around 8:00 PM, prompting a swift response from local authorities. Officers from Isiolo Sub County rushed to the scene, with assistance from Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) personnel and fire engines from Isiolo Airport. Thanks to the combined efforts of the officers and fire crews, the blaze was quickly contained, preventing any injuries to students or staff. The situation is now under control, and investigations are underway to determine the cause of the fire. Local authorities have commended the quick response of all involved, ensuring the safety of the…

04 Sep

TuK Design Lecturer Among Top 15 African Women in Tech’ Grant Winners

Radio Huru0 CommentsNewsDepartment of Design and Creative Media, Design Lecturer Among Top 15 African Women in Tech’ Grant Winners, Dr. Jacqueline Okeyo, Mohammed VI Polytechnic University, Office Cherifien Desphosphates, Technical university of kenya

Dr. Jacqueline Okeyo, a lecturer from the Department of Design and Creative Media, is among 15 grant winners of the African Women in Tech and AI. The top 15 were among 80 female researchers and entrepreneurs selected in a competition that was held in Morocco. The teams from 28 countries in Africa also underwent a three-month training. Eight Kenyans qualified for the 2024 cohort; two of them won grants. Dr. Okeyo’s ingenious project; WIKA, an application pitched at creating awareness around sexual violence and prevention, was among the 15 projects selected to receive financial grants of between 10,000 and 30,000…

04 Sep

US court denies murder suspect Kevin Kang’ethe bail

Radio Huru0 CommentsNewsUS court denies murder suspect Kevin Kang’ethe bail

Murder suspect Kevin Kang’ethe, who was extradited to the US on Sunday, has been denied bail by a Boston court. The decision came after he pleaded not guilty to the murder of his girlfriend, Margaret Mbitu. In a statement issued by the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP), Kang’ethe was arraigned before the Suffolk Superior Court in Boston on September 3, 2024. “The court ruled that he will be held without bail, without prejudice,” said the ODPP. “The court heard that the suspect and the deceased were in a romantic relationship that had been marred by reports of…

04 Sep

Ruto rallies support for Raila’s AUC bid at FOCAC summit

kbc0 CommentsNewsChina, President Ruto, raila auc bid

President William Ruto is rallying continental support for Raila Odinga’s bid to become the next Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC) days after Kenya unveiled the former Prime Minister as its candidate. In a series of meetings on the sidelines of the China-Africa Summit, the President discussed Raila’s bid with several African leaders while underscoring Kenya’s commitment to Pan-Africanism and the unity of the continent. Ruto met with Presidents Faure Gnassingbé of Togo, Assimi Goïta of Mali, Umaro Sissoco Embaló of Guinea-Bissau, Paul Kagame of Rwanda, and Mahamat Idriss Déby of Chad, among others. “Pan-Africanism is an ideal platform…

03 Sep

Several Feared Dead After 14-Seater Matatu Rams Into Lorry Along Nakuru-Muhoroni Highway

Timothy Cerullo0 CommentsNewsaccident today kenya, bodaboda, ntsa, police

Several people are feared dead following a road accident that occurred at the Kipsitet Area at Koguta along the Nakuru-Muhoroni Highway on Monday. The accident occurred after the Londiani-bound lorry lost control after hitting a porthole before ramming into the 14-seater matatu that was en route to Kisumu. Preliminary reports suggested that about thirteen people lost their lives following the accident, with several others left nursing critical injuries. A rescue operation was quickly scrambled to help rescue those trapped under the wreckage. The rescue team was comprised of police officers and the locals. Footage circulating widely depicted the Public Service Vehicle…

30 Aug

TUK VC cautions first-year students against political exploitation

Radio Huru0 CommentsNewsGen Z, Politics, Professor Benedict mutua, Technical university of kenya

Technical university of Kenya Vice Chancellor, Prof Benedict Mutua, has urged all first years to remain focused on their studies, and avoid being used by politicians for self-gain. Prof Mutua was speaking to first year students at the university main hall, wrapping up the 5-day orientation exercise. He also urged freshers to treat their time as a valuable resource, investing it wisely in their studies and personal development. Lastly, he congratulated them for joining the university assuring them of his support. The first year’s orientation exercise commenced on Monday to assist the students smooth transition into academic and social life.…