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  By Al  Musasia President William Rutos disastrous performance, shocking incompetence of his cabinet, open tribalism, corruption, excessive foreign travels, and unbearably high taxes within 16 months of his presidency has fueled the race to replace him come 2027 general elections. Clear signs have emerged that the president is losing two of his bedrock strongholds; the Mt. Kenya voting bloc and “Hustlers” who openly regret electing him. A combination of these factors will be a major problem for the Kenya Kwanza Alliance ahead of the 2027. However, it would be a mistake for Azimio to think that defeating the President…

By Bruno Isohi Shioso The ongoing debate on affordable housing is not a national policy concern for only the politicians and general public, but one which other interest groups, especially the professionals and those in academia should also be concerned with and wade into. Justification for the merits and demerits of this noble policy intervention have and continue to be proffered, with numerous case studies from other jurisdictions shared on similar pathways that have been pursued towards economic advancement. Outcome positives so far enumerated include the quality and dignity of life of the people, growing of the economy through short-term…

By Charles Jaika The distinction between petty offences and all other offences is that they are categorized as misdemeanours, now enshrined in law. Calls to Decriminalize Petty Offences, which primarily affect groups like sex workers, street vendors, hawkers, public service vehicle touts, street families, drug users, and even Human Rights Defenders, are necessary due to recurring injustices such as surveillance, harassment, threats, intimidation, and even abuse while in custody. The overpopulation of prisons and police cells with petty offenders, who are widely considered non-threatening individuals to public safety, is a problem. An audit of the Criminal Justice System published by…

By Dennis Wendo Kenya has a broader track record of political violence, habitually committed to forcefully achieve pre-determined goals.  It is signalized by physical and psychological acts directed at either injuring or intimidating masses.  More often this is ethnically mobilized, stemming from grievances over resource sharing and political competition. The cross-border clashes at Sondu town and its environs mirror the same. We are witnessing ethnic profiling, gross civil violation, destruction of infrastructure and indefensible killings. The pain and suffering to the inhabitants at the epicenter of the conflict is hurting, coming at a time when a majority of Kenyans are…

Bruno Shioso With the recent warning by Kenya’s met department of an impending global El Niño to hit Kenya in the coming months, we as the Kenya Coast Guard Service have raised our antennae, knowing too well that our job is well cut out for us in the near future. This is one of those unanticipated contingency moments which throw all prior calculated plans off the rails, leading to scampering in a bid to mitigate on the effects of such distressful phenomena. If lessons learned from the past is anything to go by, and any indicator of what to expect,…

By Fazul Mohamed Collaboration between law enforcement agencies and private security firms is proving crucial in Kenya’s ever-evolving security landscape, particularly in the war against terrorism and organized crime. This partnership plays a crucial role in enhancing overall security and public safety, ensuring a safer environment for Kenyan citizens. Private security firms in Kenya have emerged as invaluable allies to the national security organs during emergencies and tragedies. From buildings and shopping malls, to residential areas and high-traffic installations, private security personnel have become crucial in safeguarding these spaces. Their vital role underscores the compelling need for synergy between these…

Deputy President William Ruto on Saturday mourned the death of one of his close aide, Anthony Kariuki. According to reports, Mr Kariuki, who was DP’s social media manager is claimed to have been hit by a motorist in Eastlands. Taking to his social media, Ruto referred to Kariuki as a sharp, dependable, industrious, committed and creative person. He further noted that the deceased had a positive attitude always. “My heartfelt thoughts and prayers to the family, colleagues and friends of my staff member Anthony Kariuki. “I take comfort in knowing that Kariuki is now resting in the arms of our…

Police officers have on Saturday morning recovered two unidentified male bodies with bullet wounds on the Southern Bypass in Nairobi. According to a report filed in Karen Police Station, the officers responded to gun shots at around 4.am. When they arrived at the scene, they found a silver Toyota Fielder sprayed with bullets with the two bodies inside. Additionally, the officers went on to find another vehicle with which had another male adult who was also bearing gunshot wounds. The man who was in a critical condition was rushed to hospital. The white Toyota Premio was found approximately 500 meters…

Actor Inspekta Mwala has on Friday MCeed the launching of a joint strategic plan by the National Police service in partnership with the National Police service commission. The comedian, Davies Mwabili, made an appearance at the event a week after he was sentenced to one year in jail or fines Ksh30,000 for killing a pedestrian. Mwali is noted to have knocked down and killed Ismael Mangi, 36, on the night of August 26, 2019, on the Kaloleni-Mazeras highway. Read: Actor Inspekta Mwala Sentenced To 1 Year In Jail Or Pay Sh30,000 Fine For Dangerous Driving He was charged with causing…

Sombre mood was on Friday characterized at the memorial service for pupils from Precious Talent Top Primary School who succumbed after the collapse of a classroom. Giving a tribute to her schoolmates, a seven-year-old girl moved the mourners including ODM leader Raila Odinga, as she affectionately expressed her sadness over the death of her peers. In the memorial service, Abilasha Muthoni recited a heartfelt poem in honour of the eight pupils that left her shading tears. Read: City Hall Pledges To Clear Funeral Expenses Of Pupils Killed In Precious Talent Academy Tragedy “In one brief moment,” she said, “you slipped…

The National Treasury has scrapped off all state officials benchmarking trips in an effort to cut non-essetial spending. In a memo signed by Acting National Treasury Secretary Ukur Yatani, the move to cut on trips by state officials is aimed at improving spending discipline among State officers. In the letter sent to all cabinet secretaries and all accounting officers handling state monies, the CS noted that the stringent measures will eventually be extended to counties. Read: Another Equity Customer Decries Losing Title Deed To Rogue Bank Officials(Opens in a new browser tab) CS Yatani mentioned that the cuts will aid…

Migori County First Lady, Hellen Obado, has awarded a couple in her county for using contraceptives as the county celebrated World Contraceptives Day on Thursday. While presiding over the event, Ms Obado urged couples to embrace contraceptives so as to reduce cases of maternal and child mortality. She went ahead to award the couple, who have been consistently using contraceptives in a community which has in the past fought the use of contraceptives. Read: Government Of Tanzania Bans Adverts On Family Planning In the Kuria community,  contraceptives were traditionally perceived as a “plot to clear their generation.” Mrs Obado also…

A Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) officer and three administration police (AP) officers have been arrested over the Ksh72 million G4S, Stanchart heist. According to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) the four were arrested on Thursday night. They include Simon Gichui, Florence Karuku, Caroline Waithera, and Kenya Defence Forces officer Eunice Wangari. Read: DCI Find Vehicle Used In Ksh72 Million Money Heist Being Repainted In Kikuyu Town Furthermore, a motor vehicle suspected to be a proceed of the crime has also been impounded and kept as an exhibit. “A motor vehicle suspected to be proceeds of the crime was kept…

Kiambu Governor Ferdinand Waititu admitted to illegally acquiring land worth Ksh100 million belonging to a widow, Ms Cecilia Mbugua. According to an investigation done by the Commission on Administrative Justice (CAJ), Waititu was found guilty of having used the power of his office to fraudulently transfer Ms Mbugua’s land to Ms Esther Nyatu. Following Waititu’s admission in the act, CAJ Chairperson Florence Kajuju handed over title deeds back to Ms Mbugua. Read: Prosecution Lines-up 67 Witnesses In Graft Case Against Governor Waititu and Wife Investigations done by the commission noted that the two properties, Thika Municipality/BlockXI/877, and Thika Municipality/BlockXI/878 were…

The widow of the late Dutch tycoon, Tob Cohen, Sarah Wairimu, has now divulged that she has just learnt of claims that her deceased husband owed two unnamed Kiambu politicians Ksh35 million. In an affidavit filed in court on Thursday, Sarah expressed her doubts over the allegation noting that she was not aware of her husband having any debts. She stated: ” I am not aware that my late husband owed such a colossal amount of money to anyone let alone Kiambu politicians and will in due course request that the claim be fully investigated.” Read: Cohen’s Wife Sarah Wairimu…

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) detectives on Wednesday impounded six luxury cars believed to have been smuggled from other countries. According to a report by the DCI, the vehicles were three Mercedes Benzes and three Range Rovers. The vehicles were established to have been reported missing from their countries of origin. Read: Businessman Impounds School Bus During Students’ Trip, Leaving Them Stranded In their statement, the DCI noted: “Further investigations by Interpol established that one of the Mercedes Benzes was robbed from Mrs Tshegofasto Mabyane in South Africa and one of the Range Rovers was reported stolen in the…