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Award-winning Hollywood actress Lupita Nyong'o has paid a glowing tribute to her dear friend and co-star, Chadwick Boseman, on the third anniversary of his passing. Lupita shared a touching note and a poignant photograph of Boseman on Instagram, recalling the pain she felt upon learning of his untimely death in 2020. In her emotional post, Lupita shared a black and white picture of Boseman captured in an airport in Korea back in 2018, where they were arriving for an event. The actress, known for her impactful roles on the big screen, recalled the profound impact Boseman's loss had on her. Also read: Clout? Vera Sidika breaks from habit after public break up with Brown Mauzo "Three years ago today, I experienced a singular pain at the news of @chadwickboseman's death. The confusion was so profound that it took months to trust the feeling of joy again," Lupita wrote. The photo depicted the two actors engaged in the "baby heart" gesture with their finger...

The Central Organisation of Trade Unions (Cotu) has asked President William Ruto to intervene in the welfare of employees at the Postal Corporation of Kenya, known as Posta. The union indicated Posta workers had not been paid for the past four months, creating financial challenges at a time when schools are reopening and parents are required to pay school fees, amongst meeting other needs. In a press statement released on August 31, 2023, Cotu Deputy Secretary General Benson Okwaro said the financial challenges at Posta, which reportedly commenced in 2020, have affected the capacity of the workers to discharge their duties effectively. "There have been problems in this organization to the effect that salaries have not been paid to our staff in good time. We’ve been struggling as a union to see that they are been paid on good time but our efforts have not borne fruits. The staff has gone without salaries since May 2023. “The only person who can help is President Ruto. I want to ma...

Socialite Vera Sidika's alleged breakup with her husband, singer Brown Mauzo, has caused a stir online, with some of her fans alleging they are clout chasing. The couple, who share two children together, Asia Brown and Ice Brown, have been a notable fixture on the social scene since they got together in August 2020. However, it seems that their journey has taken a different path. Taking to Instagram, Mauzo penned a candid message addressing the split. The singer also thanked fans for their unwavering support throughout their relationship. The message has caused a split among Kenyans, with some speculating that it could be related to song promotion, brand partnerships, or events. This speculation arises from the observation that Vera's past breakups typically exhibit certain patterns and behaviors that are notably absent in this particular instance. Vera has dated Tanzanian Jimmy Chansa, Nigerian Yommy Johnson, and Kenyan RnB heartthrob Otile Brown. Those relationships all ende...

Dowry, a custom ingrained in cultural landscapes worldwide, stands as a living testament to the elaborate interplay between tradition, gender dynamics and societal expectations. At its core lies a practice that often compels men to negotiate- not with the woman they seek to marry- but with her male family members. This tradition often serves as a means of financial security for newlyweds in some foreign cultures, facilitating the establishment of households and the formal bringing together of two families as official weddings are planned for. Dowry negotiators- often male relatives and friends of the father of the bride and of the groom to be- meet at the bride’s home and discussions are held over what the bride’s family expects from the groom as a token of appreciation for how his bride was raised to adulthood, and a sign of respect to the family of the bride. Also read: Suspected drug peddler ‘mathee wa Ngara’ denied bail Two civilians arrested in Kilifi after receiving Sh250,000 b...

A Nairobi court has denied suspected drug peddler Nancy Kigunzu alias Mathee wa Ngara temporary freedom in relation to a case in which she is charged with trafficking drugs worth Sh18 million. Also denied bail is Eugene Gumba, her co-accused. Magistrate Njeri Thuku, in arriving at her judgment, agreed with the prosecution that the two suspects were a flight risk owing to the nature of the case. "Prosecution has placed strong compelling reasons. It is not in the interest of justice to grant bond," said Thuku. Two other accused persons in relation to this case were however released on bail. They are Teresia Wanjiru, who was granted a bail of Shs 50,000. She will be required to provide two contact persons, one of whom has to be a blood relative. The court further directed her to present herself to the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) police station within seven days to file a social report. The other accused who is a minor was also granted Sh 50,000 bail. The court pl...

Former Kiss FM Radio host Kamene Goro has dismissed pregnancy rumors making rounds on social media. On Wednesday, August 30, the sensational media personality addressed the debate that stemmed from a post she published on her Instagram page. “I’m not pregnant, if I was trusting the whole world would know from day one, not that I need to explain that,” Kamene Goro stated. Furthermore, the media personality addressed the issue of body shaming, saying that she loves her body and will not bow down to online pressure of the typical body she should have. Kamene Goro and her husband DJ Bonez on vacation. PHOTO/Courtesy. “I love my body with all its curves and edges, I owe nobody the kind of body you want or expect me to have, let’s just get that straight. Babygirl is fine, living the life I’ve always wanted to live, so how about this morning you start working towards living the kind of life you want to live and stop living with that hate in you,” the media personality expressed. ...

A group of senior military officers in Gabon while appearing on national television on Wednesday, August 30 morning said they have seized power in the country. The Senior Gabonese military officers made this announcement shortly after the incumbent President Ali Bongo Ondimba was announced winner of the election. “We have decided to defend the peace by putting an end to the current regime,” the officers said. Moreover, the officers who revealed that they represented the views of all security and defence forces in Gabon cancelled the election results, dissolved all government institutions and indefinitely closed all borders. A Reuters reporter said loud sounds of gunfire could be heard in Gabon’s capital Libreville after the television announcement by the military officers. Also Read:  Ousted Niger President to Be Prosecuted with Treason Furthermore, the government of the OPEC-member nation has not issued any comment. Ali Bongo was seeking for a third term in office after...

The Cabinet on Tuesday, August 29 approved the scrapping of the National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF) as part of efforts to achieve Universal Healthcare (UHC) in Kenya. During a Cabinet meeting chaired by President William Ruto at Kakamega State Lodge, the Cabinet resolved that NHIF will be replaced by three independent funds. Moreover, a dispatch released from State House indicated that the three Bills include Primary Health Care Bill, 2023; Digital Health Bill, 2023; Facility Improvement Financing Bill, 2023; and Social Health Insurance Bill, 2023. “These Bills usher in a paradigm in the legal and institutional framework for healthcare in Kenya by repealing the current National Health Insurance Fund and establishing in its place the following funds: Primary Healthcare Fund; Social Health Insurance Fund; and Emergency, Chronic and Critical Illness Fund,” reads part of the Cabinet dispatch. (From Left) Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, President William Ruto and Prime Cabi...

The opposition has condemned President William Ruto's recent remarks towards investors. Speaking in Bungoma on August 28, 2023, the Head of State appeared to threaten am investor with either deportation, a jail term or 'journey to heaven'. In response, the opposition's Azimio Coalition, in a statement read by Kilifi Senator Stewart Madzayo, his Kitui counterpart Enoch Wambua and Migori Senator Eddy Oketch, suggested the remarks could scare in private investors. “It is quite disturbing to hear a whole President threatening investors in Kenya by claiming that they be arrested, deported or taken to heaven,” the lawmakers observed. The lawmakers further defended billionaire businessman Jaswant Singh Rai, who is believed to be the subject of the attacks, saying he had the right to own and run businesses in the country without supporting the sitting President. “Even though Mr Rai is being accused of stalling the revival of sugar industry, there are better ways to address it ...

Kiambu County Governor Kimani Wamatangi is yet again in trouble with Members of County Assembly (MCAs) who have called him out for mismanagement of county affairs. While speaking during a press briefing outside the Kiambu County Assembly on August 29, the MCAs accused Governor Wamatangi of mismanagement, poor leadership, and inability to oversee the county’s development.  The MCA’s decried the state of county employees stating that chief officers are issued with one-month renewable contracts. “The governor must constitute his government properly, as at now one year down the line the county does not have substantive chief officers, county secretaries and two county executive committee members,” stated Karuri MCA Peter Wainaina Ting’ang’a Ward and Ndumberi Ward residents lining to receive Improved Kienyeji chicks issued by Governor Wamatangi. PHOTOT/Wamatangi Moreover, the Ward representatives claimed that since he assumed office, governor Wamatangi is unable to show the pr...

Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir has dismissed the likelihood of introducing load shedding/power rationing in the country. Addressing the media days after a major blackout hit the country, the CS in company of other stakeholders assured Kenyans that power rationing was not an option.  “We do not see any challenge in terms of load shedding, it is a problem we want to correct by Tuesday,” he stated. Moreover, Davis Chirchir held a meeting with oil marketers to review the government-to-government deal entered with gulf countries on importation of petroleum products. This was after questions emerged on the overall impact of the deal and whether it was tailored to benefit specific marketers. Ministry of Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir and stakeholders in the petroleum sector during a media briefing on August 28. PHOTO/Ministry of Energy. The Energy CS noted that the arrangement to import fuel on credit had helped stabilize the Kenyan...

State House which is the Executive Office of the President has advertised for sealed tenders for supply and delivery of meat and fruits among other products for Financial Year 2023-2024/2025. The tendering process which is set to be conducted under Framework Agreement using a standardized tender document is open to all pre-qualified/registered firms under the list of prequalified/registered suppliers for State House. Moreover, tenderers will be allowed to tender for one lot only as specified in the tender document. Likewise, pre-qualified suppliers may obtain more information and inspect the Tender Documents during office hours 0800 to1700 hours from Monday to Friday by physically visiting the Head of Supply Chain Management Services at State House Administration Building in Nairobi, call the number 020 2227436 or send an email to supplychain@president.go.ke. President William Ruto’s joint media briefing with Indonesian president at state house. PHOTO-PCS   To get the ten...

Leaders from the ruling Kenya Kwanza Coalition and the opposition Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Law makers have differed over proposals by PLO Lumumba to amend Kenya’s 2010 constitution . While appearing on Citizen TV on Monday, August 28, Kenya Kwanza allied Nyandarua Senator John Methu differed with PLO Lumumba’s proposal saying the constitution is self-healing. While admitting that all constitutions have their challenges, Senator Methu stated that the Kenyan constitution should be strengthened and given time to be implemented. He particularly mentioned the implementation of the two-thirds gender rule highlighted by PLO Lumbumba saying just because it has not been implemented doesn’t meant it is impossible. Constitutional Lawyer Patrick Loch Lumumba. PHOTO/Courtesy “Two-thirds gender rule will be implemented with time.” Methu stated. Conversely, Azimio allied Member of Parliament Rober Mbui noted that the country may need to consider changing a few areas in the constitution i...

Businessman Jaswant Singh Rai has been released after unknown men abducted him in broad daylight on Friday, August 25 evening as captured on security cameras. His lawyer Kioko Kilukumi confirmed his release saying the abductors let Singh go on Sunday, August 28 adding that the businessman was shaken but fine and back with his family. Moreover, the billionaire businessman was abducted at the junction along Wood Avenue in Kilimani after unknown persons blocked his vehicle on Friday at around 4pm. In the CCTV footage of the abduction, four men are seen getting out of the pick-up and forcibly pulling the occupants of the billionaire’s car into their vehicle before speeding off towards Galana Road. Jaswant Singh Rai. PHOTO/Courtesy Thereafter, the four men took off and left Singh’s car deserted on the road. Also Read:   Raila’s Bodyguard Maurice Ogeta Abducted Likewise, Kilimani police commander Moss Ndiwa stated that they received information from a member of the...

The recent nationwide power outage that has left many parts of Kenya in darkness has prompted Lake Turkana Wind Power (LTWP) to issue a clarifying statement denying any responsibility for the disruption. The power outage, which began on Friday, August 25, 2023, has caused concerns among citizens and has led to speculations about its origin. In a press statement released on August 26  today, LTWP addressed the speculations and social media reports that had pointed fingers at them. According to the statement, LTWP was forced to cease its power generation due to an overvoltage situation in the national grid system. "Lake Turkana Wind Power wishes to assert that it has not caused the current power outage. LTWP was forced to go offline and stop generation following an overvoltage situation in the national grid system, to avoid extreme damage," the statement read. This automatic shutdown mechanism is designed to prevent extreme damage to the wind power plant. The statement explain...