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A rogue police officer, identified by online sleuths as the shooter responsible for the tragic death of 27-year-old Rex Kanyike, is under scrutiny again for opening fire on journalists during yesterday’s protests. The country is in an uproar after a video surfaced showing the officer in a blue shirt and cap recklessly discharging his firearm at a group of reporters. Kenyans have expressed their anger, demanding his immediate arrest, convinced he is the same officer who shot Kanyike during last week’s protests. Follow our Facebook page for more updates: In the video, the officer is seen hurrying to enter the…

Khalif Kairo, CEO of Kai and Karo and a prominent protester against the finance bill, announced that he will not be attending today’s demonstrations. Speaking about the government’s unexpected decision to reject the finance bill, Kairo declared that this marks the first significant victory for the protesters. Having been on the front lines, even during incidents involving live bullets on Parliament Road, Kairo stated he has compelling reasons for his decision to skip today’s protests. Follow our Facebook page for more updates: Kairo urged Kenyans to refrain from further protests, arguing that continued demonstrations after the government’s concession could undermine…

Even as thousands of Kenyans prepare to take to the streets of Nairobi today to protest the passing of the finance bill, a past video of President Uhuru Kenyatta suggesting that Kenyans would overthrow the government on a Tuesday has resurfaced. The video, from the 2022 general election, captures Ruto in his true political element, making promises to jubilant Kenyans. In the video, Ruto is heard telling the crowd that the government often lacks the power to effect change, as it is ultimately the people who have the power and the right to hire and fire those in leadership, sparking…

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…