Author: KahawaTungu Reporter

The right-wing candidate Abelardo de la Espriella narrowly won Colombia’s presidential election, according to the initial vote count, marking a dramatic shift in how the government will tackle the country’s internal armed conflict and violence. Espriella, who was endorsed by Donald Trump, has pledged a military crackdown on illegal armed groups, drug trafficking and crime. He appeared to defeat the left-wing Iván Cepeda, a close ally of the president, Gustavo Petro. Reacting to the result, he said “today begins a new stage for our country, a stage built on the free and democratic will of millions of citizens who chose…

The first round of negotiations between the US and Iran to reach a final deal to end the war has concluded with “encouraging progress”, mediators Qatar and Pakistan say. The talks began on Sunday in Switzerland, after last week’s initial agreement between the two countries. In a joint statement on Monday, Qatar and Pakistan said that a “High Level Committee” had agreed to “a roadmap towards reaching a final deal within 60 days”. Technical talks will continue throughout the week. Earlier, a US diplomat involved in negotiations said discussions were focused on “clarifying some of the confusing messaging from Iran”…

The funeral of David Hockney, widely regarded as Britain’s best-known artist, has already taken place, his publicist has confirmed. The 88-year-old died at his home in London earlier this month, prompting tributes from his contemporaries in the art world, the prime minister and senior members of the Royal Family. As per his wishes, his partner Jean-Pierre Goncalves de Lima and his great-nephew Richard Hockney were the only two mourners to attend his funeral, Hockney’s publicist Erica Bolton said. A series of memorial services for the painter are set to take place next year, with the first being held in London…

Only 12 suspects of the 56 earlier arrested will face charges over chaos that were experienced in Kuresoi North, Nakuru County. Police said the group will be presented in court on Monday June 22 to answer charges of arson, assault and malicious damage to property. At least 56 suspects were earlier arrested at the home of Kuresoi North MP Alfred Mutai following the chaos that were witnessed in the area. Police said the suspects were waiting for handouts following earlier chaos in the area when they were caught. Assorted crude weapons were recovered from the home, police said. However, after…

A family in Bangale, Tana River County, is mourning the tragic loss of two young sisters who drowned after wandering away from home and falling into a shallow well. The victims were aged two and three. According to police, the incident was reported on Friday by their grandfather, a resident of Bulla Mansole in Bangale Location. Preliminary reports indicate that the two children left their home unnoticed. At around 3:30 p.m., family members heard screams from other children in the neighbourhood. When they rushed to the scene, they found the sisters had fallen into a nearby shallow well, where their…

A 78-year-old man was brutally murdered in his farm in Magarini Sub-County, Kilifi County, in an attack that police believe may be linked to a planned land transaction. The deceased, identified as Charo Kambi Mwambire, was found dead with deep cuts to the head at his shamba, about 500 metres from his home in Marikebuni Sub-location. According to police, the incident was reported on Friday. Preliminary investigations established that at around 12:30 p.m., two unidentified young men visited Mwambire’s home looking for him but found he was absent. They reportedly returned at about 4 p.m., when the elderly man accompanied…

Police in Homa Bay County arrested a man and his son after they allegedly exhumed the body of the man’s wife from her grave and reburied it elsewhere following a family dispute over her burial site. The incident was reported on Saturday at Magina Police Station in Ndhiwa East Sub-county after village elders alerted authorities that the grave of Agnes Otieno Opiyo had been tampered with. Investigators established that Agnes had been buried on Thursday, June 18, in her family compound despite objections from her husband, who had wanted her laid to rest in a separate grave he had prepared…

Traders counted losses after a fire broke out at the Gikomba Market, Nairobi. Emergency teams were deployed to the area after the massive fire engulfed part of the trading hub in the early hours of Sunday June 21 morning. The cause of the fire was not immediately known. Police said no death or injuries had been reported. According to the Kenya Red Cross Nairobi Branch, the fire affected several business premises in the area. “The fire is believed to have started at around 4:00 am and has caused significant damage, with response efforts ongoing. The Kenya Red Cross, alongside a…

Police have launched investigations after the body of a man was discovered along the banks of River Nyando in Nyando Sub-county, Kisumu County, under circumstances pointing to a suspected murder. The incident was reported on Saturday by a local who alerted authorities after spotting the body behind Karanda Primary School. Police officers visited the scene and found the body of Tom Otieno Nunda lying on his back at the riverbank, partially submerged in the water. Police established that the deceased’s legs had been tied together with a rope. The body had no lips or eyelids, while his clothes and shoes…

Two men were injured after being attacked by buffaloes that strayed into a village in Yatta Sub-County, Machakos County, prompting an intervention by wildlife officers. The incident occurred on Friday at Matuu Scheme Village. According to police, two buffaloes were roaming the area and terrorising residents when they attacked members of the public. One of the victims sustained injuries to his left thigh, while the second one suffered injuries to his private parts. Both men were rushed to Matuu Level IV Hospital, where they were treated and later discharged in fair condition. Officers from the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) responded…

Empire FX, a Kenyan trading and investment firm, is excited to announce its partnership with Kalakoda Promotions, the foremost international boxing promoter in the country. This collaboration aims to bolster the development of Kenya’s top boxing talent, with a focus on upcoming events, including the much-anticipated Commonwealth Cruiserweight Title clash between Joshua Wasike and Antony Banda at the Friday Fight Night on June 26, 2026. As part of this partnership, Empire FX will provide financial backing and promotional support for Kalakoda Promotions, helping to elevate the profile of professional boxing in East Africa. This initiative aligns with Empire FX’s commitment…

Vibo Africa has moved to shake up the continent with a new Pan-African initiative aiming to shine a light on Africa’s unsung heroes as well as bestow glistening rewards to the most outstanding people in the hospitality market. It’s an earth-shattering move that has never been witnessed before in Africa, as the continent rises up to the spotlight and amass incredible recognition and remuneration as Vibo Africa continues to dominate the continent and set towering standards. The “We The Peoples Humanity Awards” will encompass the entirety of Africa, enveloping massive sectors across Kenya, Uganda, Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa, Zimbabwe, Gambia…

A police officer was shot dead during a fierce exchange of gunfire between security officers and suspected cattle rustlers in Trans Mara South Sub-county, Narok County. The incident happened on June 19 Friday afternoon, police said. The officer, identified as Administration Police Constable Joseph Owino, was fatally wounded during an operation to recover cattle stolen from the Kuria community in neighbouring Migori County. According to police officers from Angata Barrikoi Police Station and the Anti-Stock Theft Unit (ASTU) camp at Angata were on patrol at about 4 p.m. when they received information that cattle had been stolen from Gwitembe area…

Police in Athi River East Sub-county, Machakos County, are investigating a fatal incident in which a 14-year-old student died after falling from a school building. The incident occurred at Lakewood Premier School within the Airways area of Mlolongo on Friday. According to police, the deceased, a Grade 9 pupil, allegedly fell from the third floor of a classroom block through a stair grill. Police officers who responded to the scene established that the student sustained a severe head injury consistent with a skull fracture and excessive bleeding. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Crime Scene Investigation (CSI) officers from…

At least 56 suspects were arrested at the home of Kuresoi North MP Alfred Mutai following chaos that were witnessed in the area. Police said the suspects were waiting for handouts following earlier chaos in the area when they were caught. Assorted crude weapons were recovered from the home, police said. Police Friday launched a manhunt for Mutai following the violent clashes that disrupted a youth empowerment meeting in Nakuru County, leaving three people with gunshot injuries. Two others sustained fractures on their legs as are admitted in hospital. In a statement signed by police spokesperson Muchiri Nyaga, the NPS…