Author: Cyrus

Respected Kenyan blogger, tech evangelist, and social justice activist. Cyrus is known for his hard-hitting articles and opinions disseminated through his Twitter handle @Kahawatungu or Facebook page (www.fb.com/Kahawatungu). Email: Editor@Kahawatungu.com

Nakumatt Nyali is the latest of the chain’s store to stop its 24 hours operations as the giant continue to incur heavy debts and face looming closure. Procter and Gamble (P&G) Fires Kenyan Senior Manager over Misconduct The problems at Nakumatt seems to be increasing as the owners remain clueless and desperately beg for a bailout from the government, something which Kenyans have greatly opposed. The death of Nakumatt is affecting other dependent businesses in the malls which it dominated. The end of Nakumatt Nyali’s 24 hours operations will greatly affect the night economy of this affluent region of Mombasa.

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There is a hospital in Umoja estate in Nairobi called Green Gate Medical Centre. It is more of a clinic than a hospital. Health CS Mailu Has Jacaranda And San Valencia Hotels Closed Down Over Cholera Outbreak The women who have just given birth at the hospital are forced to sleep on the cold floor as they are being continually monitored as the hospital lacks something as basic as a bed for the mothers. With the raging cold in Nairobi, it will not be a surprise if most of the kids born there don’t survive through the cold and develop…

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Kenyan military has admitted that the documents presented by Raila on “Operation Dumisha Utulivu” are genuine but say that they have been taken out of context and that the military is apolitical. According to the KDF spokesman Ken Owuoth, the military is not going to get involved in the electioneering and they are just preparing to secure the country in case any problem emerges. Key contacts of the squad tasked with rigging elections are; Central Region is under Col J.A Ouda of 0727944027 Kiambu County is Lt. Col VN Mburu of number 0724600594. Muranga is under Maj VM Gitonga of…

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NASA presidential candidate, Raila Odinga has today revealed what he calls a comprehensive military plan to stop any chances of Uhuru handing over power to him in case he is defeated. How Raila and Kalonzo Snubbed Joho in Mombasa According to the NASA principal, the government is using new and young military officers in the formation of one commander and 12 officers to isolate key NASA strongholds and ensure that NASA is defeated whether they have votes or not. NASA Threatens To Boycott August Poll, Has Evidence Of Jubilee’s Ploy To Rig It is not clear how credible the information…

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There is confusion and anarchy at the Political Parties Disputes Tribunal. According to sources close to Chief Justice David Maraga, the entire administrative staff has been sent home or transferred while the commissioners have been referred back to JSC for disciplinary measures. IEBC Starts Voter Verification Exercise, Announces Electoral Timelines The problems at the PPDT are said to have been brought by the commission members led by the Chairman Kyalo Mbobu who received money from politicians during the nominations to alter judgments at night. PPDT Commission members; Mr. Kyalo Mbobu(Chairperson) Mr. Paul Ngotho (Member) Mrs. Milly Lwanga Odongo Dr. (Mrs.)…

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Safaricom’s director of Financial Services, Ron Webb, has left the company in a shock exit surprising both employees and shareholders. According to a letter sent to the company’s staff by the CEO, Ron Webb’s last day at work is today. He has apparently spent 18 years in Kenya working with different companies. He was formerly with Equity Bank and Paynet which operates the Pesapoint services. Former Jetlink Boss Launches New Airline Operating from Wilson Airport to Kisumu The departure of Webb is said to be because of family reasons as he has indicated to Safaricom management and board that he…

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Two popular Luo musicians, Atomi Sifa and Ted Jakenya are a subject of criticism and attacks by a gang of Raila’s supporters who believe that the duo were wrong for singing a strongly worded song which criticised Raila and praised Uhuru. Atomi Sifa apparently responded; In the 12 minutes song, Ted Jakenya is openly castigating Luos for wasting time following Raila while he makes money while the community remains poor and without development. The attacks on the musicians; The song further points instances where Raila has only used Luos for self-gain. In the lyrics, While Atomi Sifa doesn’t sing…

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Finally the serial sexual pervert at Ushahidi (11 women complaining that you sexually harassed them makes it serial) and the company’s Executive Director, Daudi Were has been fired by the Ushahidi board. Daudi has been fired after public pressure mounted over allegations by several women detailing incidences where he lured them into sexual conversations which only pleased him, sent them pictures of his genitalia or just tried to have sex with them against their will. In such cases, the extreme ones never get to come out, especially from these sides of the world. From the perspective of the victim and…

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Raila’s new campaign chief, Joe Ager, has advised him to attend the Presidential debate scheduled for tomorrow. President Uhuru’s Advance Security Team Causes a Stir in Ahero Sources close to Jakom have intimated to KahawaTungu that Raila has decided that he will be attending tomorrow’s debate as he doesn’t have the advantages which the incumbent enjoys. Meanwhile, it is still not clear if President Uhuru has had a change of mind after earlier indicating that he will not be attending the debate. The President had indicated that he was going to hold a town hall meeting with the people instead of sit…

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For the umpteenth time, NASA presidential candidate and his running mate Raila Odinga yesterday flew into the coast toured the counties of Tana River and Lamu then flew back to Nairobi. Mombasa County so far is the only county Raila and Kalonzo are yet to formally visit for a formal public engagement as candidates for the presidency. Who or what is preventing them from visiting NASA stronghold? One remarkable thing that happened in Lamu and Tana River is there was no besieged gubernatorial aspirant following the two leaders like a shadow as they campaigned. Sonko, Kidero Tie At 44 Per…

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By Anton van Heerden, Managing Director and Executive Vice-President, Africa & Middle East at Sage If you think that tech is done with transforming the way accountants work (and every sector for that matter), you’re in for a surprise. As an accountant by qualification, I see a very bright and exciting future. The accounting world, which is sometimes perceived as mundane is about to be dramatically changed by artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things and the blockchain. Yes, recently these technologies have been spoken about at a large scale, but the job of an accountant will change as much as…

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NASA presidential candidate, Raila Odinga has fired head of his presidential campaign secretariat, Willis Otieno. Raila Asks Supporters Not To Engage In Sexual Activities On Elections Eve The lawyer has been fired for being grossly incompetent and lacking the skills and professionalism needed to coordinate Raila’s campaign secretariat. He has also been variously accused of being a key contact of the Jubilee at the secretariat. The lawyer has been widely accused for lacking in skills needed to manage the complex campaigns. Many were the instances when Raila’s campaign calendar would be totally uncoordinated as Willis couldn’t effectively handle the different…

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Jimmy Wanjigi is a man blamed for many things. The wealthy businessman is believed to be the man who is funding the NASA campaigns. Jimmy is not only availing funds but also his resources like the 5y-JWJ helicopter which Raila has been using for a long time. Many have claimed that Jimmy owns the helicopter but nobody has had the guts to provide proof. We can today confirm that Jimmy bought the helicopter for Ksh 168 million from Auckland Heliport in New Zealand. The aircraft was bought through Jimmy Wanjigi’s company Tyl Limited. It was registered in August 2010 by…

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A new airline called Britex Air Services launched its Wilson Airport to Kisumu flights today. The airline is seeking to give Jambojet, Kenya Airways and Fly540 competition as it flies from Wilson Airport which is closer and more convenient to many business people compared to JKIA. #PundaYaKawaida: Nairobi’s JKIA Ground Handlers Cry for Justice as they are Abused The airline is looking to operated two return flights every day using a 30 seater Embraer 120 it recently acquired from Brazil. It will also rely on Reliance Air Charters to operate for it the flight so as to save on crew…

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Singer AKothee has been in the news this week over claims that she ran mad in Nairobi. In a video which has gone viral, she is seen running barefoot in the street while crying over unclear issues. Sources close to the singer have confirmed that the singer is okay but shooting a video in Mombasa. The song is expected to be out in the next few weeks. Akothee Dares Any Man to Impregnate Her, She Will Make Sure He PAYS The mother of five is interested in seeing fans talk about her before she comes back with a video which…

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