Author: Eva Nyambura

Uganda police have arrested a man who is said to have assaulted his sister to death. The deceased, a self-employed resident of Kiina Fishing Village in Kikuube District, was caught having carnal knowledge with an unidentified man in her mother’s bedroom. After busting the 19 year old girl, her elder brother beat her into a pulp with the help of a friend. According to regional police spokesperson Julius Hakiza, they have in their custody one suspect. Mr Hakiza also noted that an autopsy is yet to be conducted to determine the cause of death. “One suspect was arrested, the scene…

Drama between Zari Hassan and her baby daddy Diamond Platnumz just took another twist. In a candid interview with Millard Ayo, the South Africa based Ugandan businesswoman described the singer as a “big, fat liar” that has chosen to stay away from his kids. According to Zari, the Kanyaga crooner has never been denied access to Tiffah and Nillan. Read: Diamond’s Alleged Kenyan Sidechick Attacks Zari For “Copying” Hairdo (Photos) Through her lawyer, the mother of five said, thought it wise to have a parental plan in place to make sure he (Diamond) plays a part in his kids’ lives.…

A Muslim woman has divorced her husband of less than a year after he sought the Kadhi’s court help to bring her back home. The woman only identified as MN, was dragged to court by her now ex husband who told the court that she had declined to observe Islamic principles of dressing and daily prayers. But the woman noted that the complainant had physically assaulted her during their very short marriage. “In 2017, when I was expectant, the petitioner assaulted me. I reported this to his father, but he did not take any action. Later that day, the petitioner…

On Friday, the late Sharon Otieno’s mother, Melida Auma had to be escorted out of the courtroom during a session on Justice Jessie Lessit’s recusal. Ms Auma was overcome with emotions as Justice Lessit read documents filed by one of the accused persons. https://twitter.com/citizentvkenya/status/1152111760050024448 “It is clear from the content in the statement of Barack Oduor (Nation journalist who had been abducted), that there is no evidence that I lured Sharon Beryl Otieno as deposed by the investigating officer. Read: Suspects Accused Alongside Governor Obado Appeal Bail Ruling The deposition that I lured the deceased is a figment of his imagination,” she read.…

Real estate company Cytonn on Thursday handed over Phase 1 of The Alma, it’s comprehensive development in Ruaka. The Alma is the company’s second project to be handed over following the completion of Amara Ridge in Karen in 2017. It comprises of 477 modern 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments and other intriguing amenities; elevated gardens, swimming pools with waterfalls, nursery school, retail center, with impeccable finishing. Read: Cytonn Launches Asset Management Arm In Diversification Move Only 30 minutes from the CBD, The Alma is strategically located near key social amenities such as schools, hospitals, shopping malls and key roads. The…

Former presidential aspirant Peter Kenneth on Thursday lost his mother. According to those privy to the details, Rahab Wambui died at the Aga Khan Hospital in Nairobi on this morning. The deceased, the family says, has been battling an undisclosed illness for a long time now. Messages of condolence have started trickling in with the first to share his message being UNCTAD Secretary-General Mukhisa Kituyi. “I share the pain of my friend Peter Kenneth on the demise of his dear mother, Rahab Wambui. May you and family find the strength to bear this loss,” wrote Mr Kituyi. https://twitter.com/UNCTADKituyi/status/1151749274348208128 This comes…

In April critics asked Ugandan socialite turned businesswoman Zari Hassan to move out of her baby daddy, Diamond Platnumz’s South Africa home. But Zari hit back saying that the house was an investment for their kids; Tiffah and Nillan. “Wenye comment za toka kwa nyumba yetu. Tabia za kuzaa na wanaume bila kutumia akili sio tatizo langu. Nilitumia akili zangu kununuliwa nyumba na watoto wangu (It’s a future investment for the kids).Kumbuka nyumba ninazo 4 apa sauzi. Mwenye uwezo wake aje anitoe,” she responded. Read: Diamond Wants Zari, Hamisa To Hug It Out For The Kids Sake Anyway, the soon…

Ex KTN news anchor Esther Arunga has been jailed for 10 months in her son, Sinclair Timberlake’s death. According to Australian Associated Press, Arunga, who was arraigned in a Supreme Court in Brisbane, was sentenced to 10 months in prison by Justice Martin Burns but was immediately released on parole. Arunga on Monday pleaded guilty to being an accessory to murder. She said she only lied to protect her husband, Quincy Timberlake. She had also told the police that the deceased fell down the stairs but according to an autopsy report, the boy died “as a result of severe blunt force…

Consumers in Kenya will starting Wednesday be able to purchase the new Nokia 2.2 smartphone, the first 2 series Nokia smartphone to be part of the Android One family. Unlike previous versions of Nokia’s 2 series, the 2.2 comes with Android One out of the box which ensures the latest updates and security patches from Google as they become available. It will receive OS updates (Android Q) for two years and security updates for three. The smartphone has a 5.71-inch screen design with HD+ (720p) resolution. Within the notch is a 5MP discreet selfie camera with a 13MP rear camera.…

In this digital age image is everything, at least for some of us. Sometimes however, it gets to a point where internet trolls make it impossible for others to live their lives in peace. Take for example Lynda Nyangweso’s case where online bullies body shamed a few weeks ago after she shared a photo of her family. Why, you might ask. Well, the radio girl was in a swim suit. Read: Mr Seed, Fiance Nimo Gachuiri Make Social Media Comeback After Infidelity Claims (Photos) The mother of one, taking to Instagram TV explained her struggles with weight and bullies. After…

Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU) secretary general Francis Atwoli flew his wife and KTN news anchor Mary Kilobi to an island for her birthday. According to images posted on Kilobi’s Instagram page, the lovebirds are in Seychelles. She shared the photos saying: “Happy Birthday MKA💃💃. Dear GOD, From the deepest part of my heart, I am truly Grateful to you Papa for what You have done in me, for me and through me. Only You could do! You’ve proven many so wrong! Counting my blessings one by one! I can’t keep calm it’s my Birthday…💃💃💃💃Typical of 16th July… Happiness…and…

Socialite Vera Sidika was the talk of town last week after she well, appeared looking a few shades darker only to reappear a few days later looking like herself. Or at least what we are used to. When she made the comeback on Sunday, on her side was an undeniably good-looking man. View this post on Instagram Casual hangout with bae @iamjimmychansa ❤️ A post shared by VERA SIDIKA (@queenveebosset) on Jul 16, 2019 at 2:05am PDT His name we understand is Jimmy Chansa, a doctor by profession. Read: Vera Sidika Shocks Fans As She Reappears Looking Darker…

Flashy lawyer Donald B. Kipkorir has sent micro-blogging site, Twitter into a frenzy after he claimed that Jamaican singers, Alaine and Morgan Heritage are little known artistes in the Caribbean country. According to the lawyer who has been vacationing in Jamaica for a week, Kenyans are responsible for making the artistes stars. “I was in Jamaica for one week & travelled across the country. I asked the drivers I used & waiters in the restaurants I visited if they knew Alaine or Morgan Heritage .. None of the Jamaicans I asked knew them … They are unknowns in Jamaica ..…

There was a stampede of sorts in Tanzania after actress Irene Uwoya “made it rain” with money during a press briefing. Ms Uwoya was at the Hyatt Regency DSM where she was announcing the launch of an online movie service for Tanzanian movies, Swahiliflix. “Tarehe 31 ni siku ya kumbukumbu kwa wasanii sisi bongo movie, haijawahi kutokea hiyo kitu itakayotikea Mlimani City itaweka historia, itakuwa ni red carpet ya funga mwaka. Kwa hiyo ndugu zetu waandishi mjipange hata kwenye kuvaa mjipange. Msituangushe sasa mje masuti nini msije kama hivi tulivyozoea,” Uwoya told reporters. Read: Ben Pol Names Celebrities Sliding Into…

Quincy Timberlake, former KTN presenter Esther Arunga’s husband is rotting in a jail somewhere in Australia after he allegedly killed their 3 year old son, Sinclair. But according to his mother Rosemeg Wambita, her son is innocent and Arunga is a liar and a “gold-digger” who used and dumped her son. This is after her daughter-in-law pleaded guilty to being an accessory to murder. Read: Esther Arunga Now Change Houses in Australia After Death of SON “That is a lie. I don’t understand what she means since she is the one who said that their son did not die at…