Author: Yvonne Mutunga

.The event, attended by First Ladies Dr. Agnes Ochilo (Migori) and Alamitu Jattani (Marsabit), the 16 women groups received Ksh250,000 each .Pastor Dorcas Rigathi on Friday distributed cheques worth Ksh4 Million to widows groups in County during celebrations to mark International Women’s Day 2024 .Pastor Dorcas also celebrated women for their selfless service to their families and humanity over the years Pastor Dorcas Rigathi on Friday distributed cheques worth Ksh4 Million to widows groups in County during celebrations to mark International Women’s Day 2024 held at Rongo Showground. In the event, attended by First Ladies Dr. Agnes Ochilo (Migori) and…

Transport Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has been involved in a plane crash in the Mwachon area, Eldama Ravine. Murkomen and Kositany were leaving for Migori when their chopper crashed while lifting off from the ground. At the time of publishing the article, no casualties had been reported with authorities responding to the scene. Photos shared on the internet showed the ill-fated helicopter on grounds, its weight presumably having had an impact on the landing skids. Police showed up at the scene for an immediate probe. No injuries nor fatalities were reported out of the minor accident. This came days after…

As Kenya joins the global celebration of International Women’s Day on Friday, 8th,March,First Lady Rachael Ruto has rallied for concerted efforts to uplift women and enact policies aimed at fostering gender equality. Also Read: DPP Asked The Malindi High Court To Dismiss Preliminary Objection By Shakahola Massacre Prime Suspect Paul Nthege Mackenzie And 29 Others Speaking during a ceremony at Kodiaga Women Prison in Kisumu, Mrs Ruto emphasized the importance of providing space for women and closing the gender parity gap through tailored initiatives. The event also marked the groundbreaking of a workshop to be constructed by the Manu Chandaria…

.Agriculture Cabinet Mithika Linturi, has urged farmers to embrace the innovative seed technologies proposed by the African Seed Trade Association (AFSTA) .Speaking at the AFSTA annual congress held at Pride Inn Paradise Resort, Mombasa, the CS acknowledged the hard work the association has put in place to drive harmonized seed regulations in Africa with various measures including, facilitating the safe movement of seed within Member States .However, he noted that coordination of the regional trade blocks seed regulations was completed through a consultative process with stakeholders in the seed industry in Kenya Agriculture Cabinet Mithika Linturi, has urged farmers to embrace the innovative…

.The move came during the absence of Prime Minister Ariel Henry, who was in Kenya trying to finalize details for the deployment of a foreign armed force to help Haiti combat gangs .Gunmen shot at Haiti’s main international airport and other targets, including police stations, in a wave of violence that caught many people by surprise The violence forced the airport, businesses, government agencies and schools to close as parents and young children fled through the streets in panic. At least one airline, Sunrise Airways, suspended all flights Heavy gunfire paralyzed Haiti’s capital on Thursday and at least four police…

The November 17, 2023 attack on Pinewood Beach Resort and Spa in Diani, Kwale County, was not just an isolated incident; it was a direct assault on Kenya’s tourism sector. This sector, already fragile from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, now faces further damage to its reputation and investor confidence due to the lack of government action in apprehending the attackers. Investor confidence is essential for the growth of the tourism sector. Without it, potential investments that could create jobs and boost the economy are at risk. The government’s failure to swiftly apprehend the attackers sends a message of…

.Irungu was last month found guilty of the murder of businesswoman Monica Kimani on the night of September 19, 2018, while his co-accused Jacque Maribe has been acquitted .The notice, filed by Senior Assistant Director of Public Prosecutions O.J. Omondi, expressed dissatisfaction with the ruling delivered by Justice Nzioka .The ODPP filed its submissions today indicating that Jowie did not have a previous conviction The sentencing of convicted murderer Joseph Irungu alias Jowie found guilty of the murder of businesswoman Monica Kimani has been postponed to Wednesday next week. Also Read: Ciru Muriuki Pens Emotional Message to Charles Ouda One…

.The bishop alleged that despite her attempts to seek assistance from nearby government offices, including from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), the invasion persisted .The repercussions of the altercation were severe, with injuries also sustained by Bishop Wanjiru’s son, accountant, and security personnel .Bishop Wanjiru also vehemently denied any involvement in land grabbing, asserting the legitimacy of the properties under dispute Bishop Margaret Wanjiru the founder of Jesus is Alive Ministries, has come forward with allegations of assault and land grabbing by security agencies. The incident unfolded on March 6, 2024, near the premises of her church in Nairobi…

.The prosecution team told Hon Mugure Thande that each count reflects the number of children allegedly killed by the accused person at Shakahola forest .The prosecution further told Hon. Thande that there is no lesser rights between the 191 murdered children and the accused persons .The DPP team was responding to Mackenzie and his co- accused’s objections to the number of murder counts facing them The DPP today asked the High Court to dismiss preliminary objection by Shakahola massacre prime suspect Paul Nthege Mackenzie and 29 others to oppose 191 counts of murder facing them. The prosecution team told Hon…

.Two men being members of the terror group Al-Shabaab were on Thursday sentenced to 25 years in jail .The two were found with seven bombs, 36 hand grenades and an AK47 rifle on February 15, 2018 .The two were convicted for possession of weapons for terrorist purposes contrary to section 12 (a) of the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) of 2012 Two men  being members of the terror group Al-Shabaab were on Thursday sentenced to 25 years in jail each. Abdimajit Hassan and Mohamed Osman Nane were arrested in Merti Sub-county, Isiolo County, after they were found with bombs, Improvised…