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A devastating fire broke out at Wapewape zone in Mukuru Kwa Njenga on Sunday afternoon, December 8, engulfing iron sheet houses in a deadly blaze that quickly spread through the area. Eyewitness videos show the towering flames tearing through the densely packed homes, with desperate residents fleeing from the inferno as they attempt to salvage their belongings. Community volunteers and fire brigade personnel rushed to the scene, working tirelessly to contain the fire, but by the time of writing, the extent of casualties remained unclear. This heartbreaking incident comes just weeks after another deadly fire claimed six lives and injured…

A deadly bus crash early Monday morning on the Londiani-Muhoroni road in Kericho County has claimed the life of a young passenger and left several others injured. The accident, which occurred around 5:30 a.m. in the Jambo Kenya area—a notorious blackspot—saw the Nairobi-to-Kisumu-bound bus veer off course, sending passengers into chaos. Among the victims was a juvenile, whose life was tragically cut short. National Police Service Spokesperson Dr. Resila Onyango confirmed the fatality and reported that numerous others were rushed to nearby hospitals with injuries. Emergency responders quickly arrived on the scene, but the damage had already been done—this was…

A 28-year-old woman from Siaya County has surrendered to authorities after allegedly stabbing her boyfriend to death in a heated dispute over infidelity. The incident, which occurred Saturday night in Mur-Ng’iya sub-location, has left the quiet community in shock. Vivian Akoth is said to have confronted her 35-year-old boyfriend, Charlton Obare, moments after he arrived home with a friend. Follow our Facebook page for more updates: Witness accounts reveal that a commotion ensued shortly after, during which Charlton was fatally stabbed in the chest. Read Also: 1; Meru Man Surrenders to Police After Killing His Father, Step-Mother 2: Elias Njeru:…

Bonfire Adventures CEO Sarah Kabu has finally addressed the swirling rumors surrounding her tumultuous marriage to Simon Kabu after a viral CCTV video showed her in a heated altercation with a young woman. In the footage, Sarah is seen aggressively confronting the woman, initially thought to be her house help but later revealed to be her husband’s alleged side chick, who is reportedly pregnant. The incident unfolded when Sarah visited the home to collect her belongings following a separation from Simon. Follow our Facebook page for more updates: Matters escalated as the confrontation turned physical, with Sarah grabbing a knife…

Nairobi County, under Governor Johnson Sakaja, has come under scrutiny as the Controller of Budget (CoB), Margaret Nyakang’o, revealed that it led a group of ten counties that failed to spend any funds on development projects in the financial year ending June 2024. The counties implicated in this startling revelation include Nairobi, Baringo, Elgeyo-Marakwet, Kajiado, Kisii, Lamu, Nyandarua, Tana River, Uasin Gishu, and West Pokot. The CoB’s report paints a concerning picture of development priorities in the counties. Nairobi, despite having one of the largest development budgets of Ksh205.33 billion, only managed to absorb 3 per cent, amounting to Ksh6.71…

The United States International University (USIU) community was thrown into mourning on Wednesday morning after a Tanzanian second-year student tragically ended his life by jumping from the 14th floor of an apartment in the Kasarani area, Nairobi. The young man, who lived alone, left behind a suicide note addressed to his parents, though its contents have not been disclosed by police. The shocking incident unfolded as other tenants discovered his lifeless body at the base of the building, prompting police to launch an investigation. Witnesses and colleagues described the victim as humble and hardworking, painting a picture of a promising…

Nyandarua Senator Kaba Mathu is trending after taking a direct shot at nominated Senator Karen Nyamu following her attempt to weigh in on a Facebook post he made. Mathu became the talk of the town after he quickly dismissed Nyamu’s comment during a discussion about recent changes at Kenyatta University Teaching and Referral Hospital. The senator had shared the news of a new CEO taking over after the disbandment of the hospital’s board, emphasizing the removal of tribal politics in the appointment. Follow our Facebook page for more updates: That’s when Karen Nyamu chimed in, questioning the outgoing CEO, Isaac…

Five lives were tragically lost, and several others sustained serious injuries in a devastating road accident on Tuesday night in Subukia, Nakuru County. The accident occurred when a cargo truck, heavily loaded with timber, lost control, veering off the Nakuru-Nyahururu highway. It first struck two people on a boda boda before careening off the road and plowing into unsuspecting passersby. Norman Macharia, the chief of Subukia, confirmed the incident and described the scene as chaotic. Follow our Facebook page for more updates: “The truck lost direction and caused immense destruction, leaving behind a trail of injured and lifeless victims,” he…

Stranded in a foreign land and entangled in controversy, former Nairobi Diaries star Bridget Achieng has opened up about her ongoing ordeal in Turkey. The socialite, known for her glamorous lifestyle, revealed during a candid TikTok Live session that her passport has been blocked, barring her from returning to Kenya for nearly four years. The mother of one described her plight as a frustrating limbo. “I can’t enter Kenya because my passport is blocked. If I return, I’ll be arrested,” she shared. Follow our Facebook page for more updates: Despite having the option to travel to other destinations, Bridget confessed…

Nominated Senator Gloria Orwoba has unveiled her mystery man, and it turns out to be none other than former Ghanaian President John Kufuor. In a video shared on social media, the 85-year-old statesman is seen serenading Orwoba, engaging in playful and affectionate gestures. The clip captures tender moments between the two, with Kufuor caressing Orwoba as she reciprocates with similar warmth, leaving fans buzzing with mixed reactions. Follow our Facebook page for more updates: The cozy scenes, set in what appears to be Kufuor’s luxurious residence, show the pair enjoying glasses of wine, seemingly unbothered by the growing speculation surrounding…