Author: Steve Ireri

The Standard Group has shut down KTN News, effective July 5. The decision to cease operations at the 24-hour news channel, which was launched in July 2015, follows the recent announcement of layoffs affecting 300 employees as part of a broader cost-cutting strategy. KTN News programming, primarily focused on news and features, will now be integrated into KTN Home, the company’s flagship station. Follow our Facebook page for more updates: The closure is part of a major restructuring effort aimed at streamlining operations and addressing the company’s financial struggles. As part of this restructuring, 200 employees, including senior editors, have…

It was a sad Wednesday as three people, including a woman and an infant, lost their lives in a devastating bus crash in the Kayole area of Naivasha. The bus, which was transporting mourners to a burial in Tororo, Uganda, veered off course after the driver lost control, striking several vehicles before ending up in a ditch. The vehicle, carrying 63 passengers at the time, skidded off the road in a sloppy section. Many others, including the driver, sustained various injuries and are currently receiving treatment at local hospitals. See Also: 1: 7 Dead, 4 Injured as Mine Collapse Leaves…

Four people lost their lives when a small single-engine Beechcraft F33A plane crashed at Sundance Airport on Tuesday afternoon. The accident occurred around 1:30 p.m. as the aircraft was taking off from the small airport on the city’s outskirts. Follow our Facebook page for more updates: Local authorities, including the Oklahoma City Fire Department, have reported the crash and notified the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). While the FAA confirmed the aircraft type, the NTSB will lead the investigation into the cause of the crash. See Also: 1: Sad Wednesday as 18 Passengers Perish…

John Kaigi Gika, an 87-year-old retired railway worker, is desperately seeking justice after his family’s land, seized over two decades ago, is now being developed by wealthy investors. Despite owning original documents and a court order confirming his family’s claim, Gika has seen the land, valued at Sh30 million, overrun by land dealers who continue to subdivide and sell it. Gika, who acquired the land in 1954, has been embroiled in a protracted battle against unscrupulous land dealers who have illegally sold and subdivided the property. The land, situated in Nakuru’s high-end London Estate, is now being developed with multi-million-shilling…

The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has announced significant updates to the Kenyan currency notes to ensure compliance with constitutional standards. The revised banknotes, including Ksh.50, Ksh.100, Ksh.200, Ksh.500, and Ksh.1,000, will begin circulation alongside existing notes, featuring several key changes. The updated notes will showcase the signature of CBK Governor Dr. Kamau Thugge and Principal Secretary of the National Treasury Dr. Chris Kiptoo, alongside a new print year of 2024. See Also: 1: Henry Desagu Reveals Highest Money He Ever Earned from YouTube is KSh 400K 2: Hassan Joho Shuts Down Kenyans Trolling Him for Scoring a D- in…

Comedian and activist Eric Omondi has showered his daughter Kyla Omondi with love, writing her a heartfelt post as she celebrated her first birthday. Follow our Facebook page for more updates: The renowned comedian referred to her as his love and his princess, expressing that she was the reason for everything in his life. He professed his deep love for her and prayed that God would always fulfill all her desires as she grew up. Eric also wished for his daughter to enjoy all the good things in life, expressing immense joy that Kyla had finally turned one year old.…

Forex trader and social media influencer Raymond Omosa, known as Kenyan Prince, has unveiled his new relationship just weeks after a dramatic split from his previous partner, Princess Kerubo. Omosa took to social media to share a video of himself with his new girlfriend, Stephy Ngujiri, expressing his affection and marking a fresh start. The announcement follows a turbulent period for Kenyan Prince, who publicly accused Kerubo of infidelity, witchcraft, and financial dependency in a series of explosive posts. Follow our Facebook page for more updates: His claims about their breakup, coupled with revelations about his self-made success, sparked a…

Kenyan police officers in Haiti have started a month-long linguistic and intercultural training program to enhance their effectiveness in stabilizing gangs that have nearly overwhelmed the capital. Sponsored by the French government through its Embassy in Haiti, the training focuses on French and Haitian Creole, the primary languages of local institutions and the population. Follow our Facebook page for more updates: Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission Force Commander Godfrey Otunge officially launched the program, emphasizing that overcoming language barriers will significantly improve communication and operations. See Also: 1: National Police Issues Legal Compliance Reminder Ahead of Todays #OccupyJKIA Demos 2:…

Faith Kipyegon has been reinstated with the silver medal in the women’s 5000m at the Paris Olympics after a dramatic appeal overturned her earlier disqualification. The world 1500m record holder was initially disqualified for obstruction, but the Jury of Appeal’s decision on Monday night corrected the course. In an electrifying 12.5-lap race, Kenya’s Beatrice Chebet claimed the gold medal in her debut Summer Games appearance. Follow our Facebook page for more updates: Chebet finished with a time of 14:28.56, narrowly ahead of Kipyegon, who clocked in at 14:29.60. See Also: 1: “Like Faith Kipyegon”: Kenyans React as Janeth Chepngetich Makes…

A video has surfaced showing the chaotic moment protesters in Bangladesh helped themselves to food inside Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s official residence, sparking discussions among Kenyans. The footage captures various young people swarming around dishes and trays in a cafeteria within the lavish residence, eagerly grabbing food. This is after they overpowered police guarding the palatial home. Bangladesh is currently experiencing heated protests, and the government’s calls for dialogue have been ignored. Initially, the protesters demanded equal distribution of jobs, but their demands escalated to calling for the prime minister’s resignation. This morning, the prime minister announced her resignation. It…