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Here in Kenya, attaining the age of 18 is a highly anticipated milestone for many young individuals, as it comes with responsibilities and the right to cast votes during General Elections. Young people eagerly look forward to participating in the democratic process and having a say in choosing their leaders, with the hope that their needs and interests will finally be taken into account. However, after an intense campaign season last year, the excitement of many youths who voted for the very first time in the last General Election has turned into disappointment. During the August 9, 2022 General Election, candidates at all levels, promised job opportunities for the youth. However, very few, if any, of these promises have been fulfilled. Also read: Why Babu Owino and Robert Alai are against talks with Kenya Kwanza In Kenya, and indeed many other countries across Africa, the youth have always been vulnerable to political manipulation with false promises from those seeking political of...

Former President Mwai Kibaki’s grandson Sean Andrew has defended former President Uhuru Kenyatta’s son Jomo Kenyatta for allegations of having unlicensed firearms. Speaking during an interview with Eve Mungai on Sunday July 30, Sean wondered why the state was targeting Jomo Kenyatta and Mama Ngina, yet they are not politicians. “Jomo is someone I know personally, and I think he was unfairly targeted. I am not going to pick sides politically, but I think Jomo is innocent, so is Mama Ngina,” he said. Further, he added that they should not have targeted anyone who is not involved in the genuine issues at hand. In addition, Sean said President William Ruto and former Prime Minister Raila Odinga should sit down and sort out issues. Former President Mwai Kibaki’s grandson Sean Andrew defended Jomo Kenyatta. PHOTO/Courtesy. “These are grown men and they should talk it out, they should not involve us in protest of anything,” he said. Additionally, Sean said Kenyans have real issues...

Kileleshwa Member of County Assembly (MCA) Robert Alai on Monday, July 31 attacked Narc Kenya leader Martha Karua doubting her intentions for Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition . According to Alai, Karua and deputy president Rigathi Gachagua are on a similar mission, further alleging that the two are on the same team. “Martha Karua and Rigathi Gachagua = same team with the same mission,” Alai stated. The lawmaker has in several tweets bashed Martha Karua questioning her role in Azimio. Narc Kenya Party leader Martha Karua and Opposition leader Raila Odinga during 2022 campaigns. PHOTO/Courtesy. Alai claimed that the Narc Kenya Party Leader does not want Eugene Wamalwa to be part of the Azimio team for talks with Kenya Kwanza leaders. He noted that Eugene Wamalwa delivered more votes from his backyard as compared to Martha Karua’s performance during the 2022 General Election. Also Read:  Azimio and Kenya Kwanza Clash After Announcing Deal “So, Martha Karua wants Euge...

The journey of Jane Mureithi is a tale of sheer determination and hard work after she started her shipping company while working as a house help in Belgium. In an interview with Chams Media , Jane narrated her 10-year journey in shipping business from Belgium to Kenya. According to Jane Mureithi, her journey in Belgium began as a cleaner as she learnt the local language which she says is a necessity for one to thrive and work in Belgium. What’s more, the high quality and durability of electrical appliances from Belgium inspired her before she started shipping second-hand products to Kenya. Janet Mureithi owner of a shipping company in Germany and Kenya. PHOTO/Chams Media. “I observed that in Kenya equipment get damaged very fast especially electrical appliances while the ones I used in Belgium would last up to 10 years,” Jane noted. Furthermore, she explained that she deals in kitchenware, furniture, home equipment and clothing, adding that running a business in Belgium was n...

United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Coordinator of Siaya County Charles Owino has promised to deliver Siaya County from the ODM party to the ruling regime. In a media interview, Owino said the Luo Nyanza residents are proud to have fought for multiparty democracy, but it is not practiced in the region. “I am the UDA Coordinator in Siaya county, I managed to get Ugenya out of ODM, I will manage to get Siaya out of ODM and take to UDA,” said Owino. According to the former Police Spokesperson, Raila Odinga’s ODM is holding the region hostage and anyone who joins another party is a rebel. Former Police Spokesperson Charles Owino. PHOTO/Courtesy. Nyanza as a Bargaining Tool Further, the former Police Spokesperson accused former Prime Minister Raila Odinga of using Nyanza region to bargain for his political interests in the national arena. “There is also an issue of some MPs from Luo Nyanza allegedly supporting Kenya Kwanza Government.  But why is it that when the president vis...

Opposition leader Raila Odinga and renegade Azimio legislator Phelix Odiwuor alias Jalang’o were spotted together for the first time since the MP pledged to work with President William Ruto. The ODM leader and Lang’ata MP attended Saboti Member of Parliament Caleb Hamisi’s daughter’s birthday on Sunday, July 30. Several other Azimio-allied leaders were present including former Devolution CS Eugene Wamalwa, Wycliffe Oparanya and former Murang’a governor Mwangi wa Iria. Moreover, Caleb Hamisi and his wife threw their daughter a flashy birthday party at his Karen home. Mwangi wa Iria, Raila Odinga and Jalang’o during Caleb Hamisi’s daughter’s birthday party on July 30. Photo-Caleb Hamisi/Twitter In the videos shared by the Saboti MP, Raila is captured cutting the cake, with the birthday girl and her mother as other guests sing the birthday song. Also Read:  Raila Ally Vows to Send Jalang’o Home Hamisi went ahead to thank the Azimio team for gracing his daughter’s birthday...

Kenyan singer Bahati has revealed why he stopped doing gospel music a while back. Speaking on his wife Diana Marua's YouTube Channel, Bahati cited self-righteousness by some people as the reason why he quit gospel music. "I hate people who behave like they are holier than thou. That is one of the things that made me leave the gospel industry. I have even lashed out at some artistes for judging others. You feel like a small 'god'," Bahati said. The singer also revealed that he learned a profound lesson during a challenging period when his late brother was battling alcoholism alongside a diagnosis of diabetes. The experience made him realize that his prior attitude of considering himself perfect because of his devotion to Christianity was flawed. Also read: Khaligraph Jones takes aim at industry peers in new song ‘Minimal Pressure’ "I thought because I was a Christian who fasted and sang in church, I was perfect. I even cut him off. I did not want to be asso...

United States Secretary of State  Antony Blinken announced that he spoke with President William Ruto concerning the conflicts experienced currently in Sudan and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). “Spoke today with President William Ruto of Kenya to advance shared priorities, including ending the conflict in Sudan and advancing East African Community-led talks on eastern DRC.” Blinken stated. Through a statement dated July 29, 2023, Blinken appreciated President William Ruto for Kenya’s contribution to regional peace and stability. Blinken highlighted Kenya’s leadership in addressing the crisis in Sudan and advancing East African Community-led talks to ease tensions in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. President William Ruto. Photo/PCS The US Secretary of state further called for peaceful and constructive dialogue to resolve political differences in Kenya. In addition, Blinken and resident Ruto discussed Kenya’s positive consideration of leading a multinationa...

Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has asked to take care of Baby Sagini after reports emerged that he had no family to look after him. His relatives were jailed for gouging out his eyes, and the caregivers left also reportedly abandoned the home. “Nimekosa usingizi coz of this sad story of Baby Sagini, who is now homeless in Kisii just a few days after his relatives were jailed for gouging out his eyes.” Sonko tweeted. The former governor stated that other leaders including Hon. Zairee Jihanda, Japhet Nyakundi, Sylvanus Slyvanus Osoro, and others requested to chip in and help the young boy but their intentions were politicized. From Left: Alex Ochogo, Pacifica Nyakerario and Rael Nyakerario appearing in court on July 24. Photo/Courtesy “Together with other leaders like Hon. Zairee Jihanda, Japhet Nyakundi, and Hon. Slyvanus Osoro, among others, requested to chip in and help immediately this sad incident happened, but the matter was politicized.” Sonko stated. Also Read:...

The statement released by Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition and the joint statement signed by National Assembly Majority leader Kimani Ichung’wah has obvious inconsistencies that sparked reactions from different politicians. The inconsistencies are seen in the agreement between the government and the opposition. To begin with, the joint statement was only signed by Ichung’wah while Azimio’s Opiyo Wandayi did not sign it. This raises questions whether Azimio agreed to the issues stipulated in the statement. Uhuru Kenyatta, Kalonzo Musyoka and Raila Odinga interacting at the SKM-Command Center. PHOTO-Azimio TVn The joint statement highlighted five issues to be discussed. Also Read:  Uhuru Attends Azimio Prayers The Five Issues to Form Basis of Discussion Reconstitution of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Implementation of the 2/3 gender rule Entrenchment of the Constituency Development Fund (CDF). Establishment and the entrenchment of th...

Prior to his joining President William Ruto's United Democratic Alliance Party last Tuesday, July 25, 2023, Mr Bill Arocho had been vocally anti-Ruto. Over time, however, he began shifting alliances from former president Uhuru Kenyatta for whom he served as private security for over 10 years to President William Ruto once the 2022 presidential elections were over. Also read: Exclusive: Bill Arocho - Why I chose UDA and not any other party in Azimio Speaking exclusively to Nairobi News,  Mr Arocho revealed how he began warming up to UDA, how he had fears that they would reject him, how he was eventually welcomed by United Democratic Alliance’s Secretary General Cleophas Malala and what he hopes to achieve with the ruling party now that he is a member. “I had been warming up to UDA. I spoke to my friends who are former Jubilee Party members and are currently ministers and holding very senior positions in the party. I asked them to allow me to join the party, which they had no issu...

In a bid to address the increasing cost of living, doctors across Kenya are standing together to demand fair compensation for their vital services. The Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists, and Dentists Union (KMPDU) has initiated a strong push for better pay for doctors, aiming to improve the living standards of healthcare professionals in the country. On July 28, KMPDU secretary-general Davji Atellah held a kamukunji - an informal meeting - with doctors in Bomet. Also read: Kitui 'witchdoctor' sued for conning love sick widow Ksh 375,000 During this meeting, the doctors unanimously agreed to commence their salary increase push, emphasizing the urgent need for their wages to keep up with the rising expenses. "We gathered for a powerful Kamkunji with the dedicated doctors of Bomet. It was an enriching experience where we collectively addressed pertinent issues affecting our members. During our discussions, one crucial matter took center stage - the pressing need for...

The office of the President has given strict rules to Kenya's top government officials, especially on any foreign travel plans. In a statement signed by Mr Felix Koskei who is the Chief of Staff in the government, all foreign travels organised by any government official should personally be allowed by President William Ruto. “The Government has issued various guidelines on foreign travel, outlining directives regarding travel conditions, delegation sizes, application procedures and timelines. Unfortunately, this office has observed a less than optimal compliance standard, which has resulted in a breach of some of the prescribed measures, numerous late requests, and difficulties in obtaining the prudence and cost-effectiveness, objective originally anticipated,” the statement read in part. Some of the guidelines outlined according to the statement are meant to ensure that the cost of such travels is minimalized. Also read: Nairobi County Assembly slams breaks on foreign travel by ...

Motorists on Friday were caught in a major traffic snarl-up after part of the busy Kenyatta Avenue was closed for road construction at the Nyayo House and Uhuru Highway Roundabout. According to the Kenya National Highways Authority (Kenha), the road will be closed in phases for 19 days to allow the re-installation of a cross culvert. Motorists were caught unaware as Kenha had initially stated that the closure would be during off-peak hours. A statement signed by Kenha Director General Kung’u Ndung’u said the closure will occur between July 25 and August 12 and shall be done at off-peak hours from 9 pm to 4 am. “The Kenya National Highways Authority hereby informs the public that a section of Kenyatta Avenue (at Uhuru Highway Roundabout), shall be closed in phases between Tuesday 25th July 2023 to Saturday 12th August 2023. To avoid traffic congestion the closure shall be done at off-peak hours from 9 pm to 4 am,” said Kenha in a statement. Also read: Section of Kenyatta Avenue to be ...

The Officer-in-Charge of Zimmerman Police Post in Kasarani Division is awaiting arraignment after anti-graft detectives arrested her on bribery allegations. According to the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) , they arrested the officer, of the rank of Inspector on Thursday, and will face corruption charges. In a statement, EACC stated that the arrest came after the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) concurred with the recommendations of EACC to charge the Police Inspector with two counts of soliciting and receiving a bribe from the complainant to facilitate the release of his pregnant girlfriend. In addition, EACC noted that they processed the suspect and released her on cash bail. The said officer, however, failed to appear at the Milimani Anti-Corruption Court on Friday, July 28, for plea taking. EACC CEO Twalib Mbarak. PHOTO/EACC. “The Court granted an application by the suspect’s Advocate to defer the plea for 2 weeks. Counsel informed the Court that when th...