Author: Steve Ireri

CNN International correspondent Larry Madowo arrived in Kenya this morning after cutting short his vacation in Venice to cover today’s protests. The journalist shared a photo of himself at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, standing next to a sign reading “Welcome to Magical Kenya.” Larry has been on a tight schedule, having covered protests in Kenya on Thursday before heading to Venice, Italy for his vacation. Follow our Facebook page for more updates: Just four days later, the journalist has returned to cover what is anticipated to be one of the largest protests in Kenya’s history, with thousands of people, primarily…

Six students from St Theresa Bikeke High School who were heading home for the mid-term break are now fighting for their lives in hospital after a grisly accident along the Kitale-Eldoret Highway. The accident involved a tuk-tuk carrying the six students, a trailer, and a motorcycle. According to eyewitnesses, the accident occurred when the tuk-tuk driver, attempting to avoid hitting a boy on a bicycle, lost control and collided with an oncoming trailer at high speed. Follow our Facebook page for more updates: Tragically, the tuk-tuk driver died on the spot. The students were rushed to Kitale General Hospital with…

Dagoretti South MP John Kiarie has issued a public apology, retracting his earlier claims that the photos from the Occupy Parliament protests on June 20 were doctored. In a recent Parliamentary session, Kiarie admitted his comments were misguided and insensitive after initially asserting that the images were fake. “I truly apologize for the comments I made regarding the protests and the authenticity of certain images,” Kiarie stated. Follow our Facebook page for more updates: “In the heat of the moment, during the debate on the finance bill, my words were unnecessary, misguided, and insensitive.” He expressed deep regret for his…

The beloved comedy show, Churchill Show, is making a triumphant return to NTV, two years after its departure to Cape Media’s TV47. This move, led by the iconic Daniel Ndambuki, popularly known as Churchill, has been highly anticipated by fans who have long awaited the show’s comeback. Churchill Show initially left NTV in 2022, but its stint on TV47 was short-lived, leaving comedy enthusiasts disappointed. The return to NTV, announced by Nation Media Group, is a response to the persistent requests from the show’s loyal audience. “The wait is over, Kenya! The popular #ChurchillShow is coming back after many years…

SPM Buzz CEO Eddie Butita experienced a major setback as his YouTube account, which had over 355,000 subscribers, suddenly disappeared. This shocking development occurred hours after Kenyans trolled him and threatened to unfollow him for not declaring his stance on the Finance Bill, which many celebrities have opposed. A search for the YouTube channel returned no results, suggesting it may have been reported and subsequently removed. Follow our Facebook page for more updates: The loss of his YouTube account is a significant blow for Butita, who is the scriptwriter of the popular show “Nurse Toto,” which had started to resonate…

On Sunday, June 23, 2024, former presidential candidate and Roots Party leader George Wajackoyah spearheaded a fervent protest against the Finance Bill 2024 in Dallas, Texas. Follow our Facebook page for more updates: The controversial bill, which has ignited widespread outrage, is condemned by critics for its perceived negative impact on the economic stability of ordinary Kenyans. Wajackoyah, renowned for his forthright views on national issues, stood in solidarity with Kenyans abroad, urging for the Bill to be rejected. Follow our Facebook page for more updates: The Dallas protest was marked by passionate displays of unity, with participants waving Kenyan…

Senator Karen Nyamu has reached out to the mother of the late activist Rex Kanyike Masai, providing comfort and financial support during this difficult time. Nyamu, unable to visit in person due to security concerns related to her government position, called Rex’s mother to express her condolences and donated KSh 50,000 towards the funeral expenses. Additionally, Nyamu’s handlers delivered bulk food supplies to the bereaved family, ensuring they had the necessary resources during this trying period. Nyamu conveyed her deep emotional response to the tragedy, emphasizing her solidarity with Rex’s mother as both a mother and a youth leader. Follow…

Renowned LGBTQ member Jude Magambo, also known as Manzi wa Meru, left TikTokers buzzing after cross-dressing for the first time. A video shared by the TikToker on the popular app, now with over 70k likes, shows him dressed in slay queen attire, complete with full makeup and a blonde wig, eliciting mixed reactions. In a separate video posted a few hours later, the TikToker, who was best friends with the late Brian Chira, explained that he chose to cross-dress for the first time in celebration of Gay Pride Month and because he was the headliner at a queer party in…

Aliko Dangote, a name synonymous with wealth and success, has consistently held the title of Africa’s richest man for several years. His meteoric rise to the top of Africa’s financial hierarchy is not just a tale of fortune but a testament to strategic vision, relentless ambition, and an unwavering commitment to industrialization and economic growth. Here’s an in-depth look at why Aliko Dangote remains Africa’s richest man. A Visionary Entrepreneur Born on April 10, 1957, in Kano, Nigeria, Aliko Dangote showed entrepreneurial flair from a young age. He began his business career by trading in commodities like sugar, rice, and…

Salim Swaleh, currently serving as the Director of the Press Service at the Office of the Prime Cabinet Secretary (OPCS), has been arrested in connection with alleged corruption activities. The Ministry confirmed his arrest in a statement, citing that Swaleh’s office was used as a base by fraudsters who had installed fake door switch-nametags to facilitate their schemes. The arrest followed a tip-off that prompted OPCS-MFDA security to conduct intense surveillance at the OPCS-MFDA Railways Office. Follow our Facebook page for more updates: Security officials tracked a group masquerading as visitors, who gained entrance into the Railways Building on different…