Author: Steve Ireri

President William Ruto has addressed the ongoing protests by Kenyan youths over the Finance Bill 2024, praising their peaceful and non-partisan approach. Speaking at the Anglican Church of Kenya (ACK) Diocese of Nyahururu on Sunday, June 23, 2024, Ruto emphasized that the youths have exercised their democratic duty and pledged that his administration would engage with them on their concerns. “I am very proud of our young people. They have stepped forward tribeless, they have stepped forward peacefully, and I want to tell them we are going to engage so that together we can build a better nation,” said President…

Media personality Betty Kyalo and her boyfriend Charlie Emny went all out for her daughter Ivanna’s 10th birthday, hosting a lavish party. Betty, now an anchor at TV 47, shared every detail of the pink-themed party on her Instagram, showcasing the grand celebration they organized for her daughter. In her numerous captions on the various videos and photos she posted, Betty praised God for blessing her with a beautiful daughter ten years ago and expressed her joy in celebrating this milestone with Ivanna. Follow our Facebook page for more updates: She also thanked her boyfriend, Charlie Emny, for his financial…

In a tragic incident on Saturday, June 22, a truck carrying building blocks lost control and plowed into pedestrians in Timau town, resulting in the deaths of seven individuals and injuring several others. The accident occurred at approximately 6:30 p.m. on the Meru-Nyanyuki Highway, according to Buuri sub-county police commander Laura Imbacha. Commander Imbacha confirmed that the accident was fatal, with seven people losing their lives at the scene. Among the deceased was a motorcyclist who was struck by the truck. Follow our Facebook page for more updates: Eyewitnesses reported that the truck veered off course, hitting pedestrians and causing…

Hours after Kenyans threatened to troll all her brands, socialite Diana B, wife of musician Bahati, has issued a sincere apology for failing to attend the Finance Bill protests. Diana explained that she has been unwell and on medication for a while and asked Kenyans to forgive her for not joining them in rejecting the bill, which has been widely labeled as “draconian and oppressive.” She defended herself by stating that she would have loved to be on the streets, but her illness, which has plagued her for over a week, has kept her reliant on medication. Diana, who, along…

Renowned Jamaican dancehall artist Konshens has voiced his support for Kenyans opposing the Finance Bill, following massive online backlash that brought the internet to a standstill. The successful singer emphasized that when the Kenyan people speak, the government should listen. He shared a post featuring the Kenyan flag and a raised fist emoji to show his full support for the Kenyans rejecting the oppressive bill. Konshens also used the hashtag #RejectFinanceBill2024, which left Kenyans in awe of his solidarity during their darkest and most challenging times. Follow our Facebook page for more updates: The “Bruk Off Yuh Back” hitmaker’s views…

Comedian Eric Omondi has gone missing just hours after his dramatic arrest by police at Bunge Towers, where he was protesting from the top of a horse. His wife, Lynne Njihia, speaking to the press outside Central Police Station, expressed her dismay, and said there was growing tension as police claimed he was not at the station, despite videos showing him being taken there. Lynne said her life has come to a standstill as Eric was preparing to bury his brother Fred Omondi and was scheduled to lead a vigil with the country’s comedians and celebrities at the Carnivore Hotel…

Comedian-turned-activist Eric Omondi has arrested by police officers during anti-tax protests outside the Bunge Towers in Nairobi. The protests were in opposition to the contentious Finance Bill 2024. In widely circulated videos, Omondi can be seen sitting atop a horse, chanting anti-tax slogans towards the officers stationed nearby. Follow our Facebook page for more updates: However, the demonstration was abruptly interrupted when police officers moved in to disperse the protestors. The officers rushed towards Omondi, dislodged him from the horse, and then whipped him several times before detaining him. Read Also: 1: Tragic Loss as Eric Omondi’s Brother Fred Omondi…

A light moment ensued inside the studios of Citizen TV as revered news anchor Jeff Koinange chided his male make-up artist, Itsmwapoa, over his attire. The moment began when Mwapoa approached Jeff with a foundation brush to tone his face, and Jeff noticed his sweater shirt, which had a hanging cloth that appeared torn. In a playful manner, Jeff, who had already started greeting the artist, quickly pointed out the attire and asked why it was torn. Follow our Facebook page for more updates: The artist, amused by Jeff’s remarks, explained while applying the foundation that it was not a…

After hours of what seemed like a peaceful protest as police refrained from using live bullets on protesters, a young man was finally shot during the late hours of the ‘Occupy Parliament’ protests. Rex Kanyike Masai, 24, was fatally shot Thursday evening along Moi Avenue in Nairobi. Police are investigating the shooting, allegedly by a plainclothes officer around 7 pm. Aerial footage captured the incident as protesters, pushed from Kenyatta Avenue and City Hall Way, regrouped outside a club on Moi Avenue. Follow our Facebook page for more updates: According to witnesses, the plainclothes officer fired into the crowd, striking…

Kenyans have begun trolling and calling out their Members of Parliament who voted “yes” for the finance bill, despite clear public opposition marked by mass protests in Nairobi’s CBD. This backlash followed the release of a list revealing that 204 MPs voted in favor of the bill, while 115 opposed it. Constituents are now demanding their MPs resign, particularly the younger, politically active Generation Z, who led the protests and vow not to forget the betrayal. In Kisii, for example, youth protesters carrying placards chanted against the finance bill and condemned the Kenya Kwanza government. They warned local MPs who…