Author: Eva Nyambura

A woman on Tuesday lost her life at Roysambu MP Ndirangu Waihenya’s office as she sought bursary for her daughter. Four others sustained serious injuries in the stampede. The deceased succumbed to her injuries as soon as she reached Ridgeways Hospital while the injured were rushed to Neema Hospital and Kenyatta National Hospital. The legislator explained that the stampede was caused by a number of unruly youths who camped outside his office from the wee hours of the morning. “I send my condolences to the families that have lost their loved ones and also wish the ones in hospital quick recovery,”…

Former Crossover Presenter Faith Muturi welcomed her second child, a baby girl, on the same day that her son was born. Her husband, George Ngugi took to Instagram to wish their son a happy birthday and to announce the arrival of their baby girl. “On this day in the year 2016…baby Lem was born… Happy Birthday son! ????? and on this birthday the Lord has blessed you with the amazing gift of a baby sister ???” he captioned. Read: Former NTV Employees Seek Compensation From Linus Kaikai After 2012 Accident Just a week ago, Faith celebrated her birthday. She shared that…

Popular Vioja Mahakamani judge and actor on KTN series Juinor, Jamal Nasoor was stabbed to death in a love affair which ended tragically. The incident is reported to have occurred on Wednesday morning whereby he was stabbed at Arks Hotel near 67 Airport hotel, by a lady he was allegedly in a relationship with. The lady, reportedly identified as Grace Kanamu Namulo and Jamal are said to have been next-door neighbors in Syokimau. Both of them were divorced hence they chose to pursue a relationship. Read: TRHK Actor, Onyi Caught On Camera Beating Another Man Over A Woman [Video] The actor…

Tanzania’s gospel singer Rose Muhando has been hospitalized. Ms Muhando has been going through a rough patch with a video surfacing online of Neno Evangelism Centre, Pastor James Ng’ang’a ridding her of demons. According to her representative, Daud Mashimo is admitted at a Kenyan hospital after her condition deteriorated. “She needs to be closely monitored and taken care of by her relatives, who are in Tanzania. We all know that she only went to Kenya for work-related engagements; Tanzania is where she belongs. And, honestly speaking, the [Tanzanian] Government needs to help her secure a return to the country. She…

Tanzanian model turned singer Hamisa Mobetto celebrated her birthday on Monday in a low key ceremony where she visited a children’s home to give back to the society. The mother of two just turned 24 years old and celebrated herself in a long post acknowledging the ups and downs and how far she has come. “Dear Hamisa Mobetto, Have you noticed lately how much you have changed? You are now more confident and focused. I remember the days I used to cry for hours till the tears dried, the throat hurt and the nose blocked. But gone are those days! It’s…

Former Kilifi deputy governor Kennedy Kamto was on Tuesday night shot dead as he entered his Nyali home. His body has been taken to Coast General Hospital mortuary, Kwale Senator Issa Boy has said. Confirming the incident was Mombasa County Commissioner Evans Achoki who remained cagey about the details. He did however mention that investigations are ongoing. Achoki also said that the ex deputy governor was ambushed by three men who demanded for money before shooting him dead. No arrests have been made, yet. Kahawa Tungu also understands that Kamto’s remains have been transferred to Pandya Memorial Hospital Mortuary. Do you have a story…

High Court has approved the demolition of the Grand Manor Hotel in Gigiri owned by tycoon, Praful Kumar. The hotel, the court ruled, poses a threat to the adjacent United Nations offices. According to the Gigiri Village Association, the hotel was illegal and its construction was against security regulations and requirements of controlled development in the area. “This proposed development will be a security risk as it will overlook the UN, American Embassy, Botswana High Commission and Moroccan Embassy. We believe it will infringe on our rights as residents to freedom of movement by causing massive traffic jams, pollution, noise and…

Rapper King Kaka is the only Kenyan artist making it on Apple Music’s 2018 A-list of African music with his latest club banger “Dundaing.” The hit has over 1 million views on YouTube despite being briefly pulled down for violating community guidelines. Last week, the hit once again made waves after a Kenyan deejay based in the US, Ivy the DJ played it during an NBA game between Portland Trail Blazers and Dallas Mavericks. The list of 49 songs comprises of African songs that have made waves in the year 2018. Nigerian artists dominate the list with at least 19 songs…

The 55th Jamhuri Day celebrations will be held at the newly refurbished 30,000 seater Nyayo stadium, Nairobi Regional Commissioner Kang’ethe Thuku has announced. It is on this day that Kenyans celebrate the day Kenya became a republic on December 12, 1964, and when she gained her independence from Britain a year earlier on December 12, 1963. The event will be officiated by President Uhuru Kenyatta. Also in attendance will be “several high profile dignitaries” among them Opposition leader Raila Odinga. This year’s theme, Mr Thuku said is “Twende Mbele Pamoja”. “The day offers an opportunity to celebrate the foundations of our…

Education Cabinet Secretary Amina Mohammed has announced that the Ministry is not yet ready to roll out the new curriculum come 2019. Appearing before the Senate Education Committee in Parliament, CS Amina said that they have done an internal audit and are working by involving stakeholders in order to ensure that proper structures are in place before the new curriculum begins. “We have to make sure that everything is in place, enough teachers are trained… make sure that the books are the right ones…” she said. She notes that certain challenges are yet to be tackled before the official roll…

Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has been named the Goods Deeds goodwill Ambassador in Kenya, by an Israeli Non-Governmental Organization. The announcement was made on Tuesday morning after Governor Sonko hosted the Good Deeds Day organizers and Chief Executive of Ruach Tova NGO, kaynan Rabino. The Governor was commended for the good job he does in philanthropy towards various communities and for the beautification of Mombasa road. “We have been watching various videos on YouTube, you are a leader who should be emulated by many. People should not take your generosity for granted because what you have done so far is…

President Uhuru Kenyatta and the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) Governor Patrick Njoroge launched the new generation Kenyan currency in accordance with the 2010 constitution. The coins will begin circulation as a legal tender today in accordance with a gazette notice published on Tuesday. The new coin currencies contains features that are favorable to visually impaired persons and will no longer include Presidents’ portraits. Read: Tanzanian Presenter, Soudy Brown Arrested For Disrespecting Tanzanian Currency “I am happy that the public views were considered. I am also informed that the coins contain features for visually impaired persons,” President Uhuru said. The KSh1 coin…

Ugandan comedian Anne Kansiime has found love months after divorcing her husband of 11 months, Gerald Ojok. He new beau is singer Skylanta who she introduced on social media on Sunday. In an Instagram post, Kansiime said: “Rukundo Egumeho na akantukangye lazima (May this feeling of love reign).” Skylanta has also not been one to shy away from parading his new girlfriend on social media. Read: Hamisa Mobetto Releases New Song Featuring Rumored Boyfriend Rumour had it that her marriage to the South Sudan national was because she was more financially stable and was not ready to have children. Without denying nor…

Questions are being asked by residents of Mombasa after it emerged that Mombasa County Governor Ali Hassan Joho frequently visits an Indian physiotherapist. The dalliances between Governor Joho and Indian physiotherapist Dr Ammar Hassanali is raising questions as to what is really ailing the county boss. Physiotherapists help people affected by injury, illness or disability through movement and exercise, manual therapy, education and advice. They maintain health for people of all ages, helping patients to manage pain and prevent disease. Going by the doctor’s posts on Instagram, Joho has paid him a visit at least twice in the past week alone.…

Nigerian musician David Adedeji Adeleke, popularly known as Davido was expelled from Nigeria’s National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) for breaking various rules during a  three week orientation in Lagos. Davido joined the corps in August and was meant to finish a 1 year training of the mandatory national work program. He joined NYSC three years after he graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Music from Nigeria’s Babcock University. The Assurance crooner received a hero’s welcome upon his arrival for admission. Nigerian Comedian AY suggested that the government changes the service name to Davido Youth Service Corps (DYSC). Read: Jalang’o Quits Hot 96 FM For…