Author: KahawaTungu Reporter

People who celebrate the killing of conservative influencer Charlie Kirk should be held accountable, US Vice-President JD Vance has said. “Call them out, and hell, call their employer,” Vance said as he guest-hosted an episode of the Charlie Kirk Show. “We don’t believe in political violence, but we do believe in civility.” Pilots, medical professionals, teachers and one Secret Service employee are among those who have been suspended or sacked for social media posts that were deemed inappropriate about Kirk’s death. Critics have argued the firings threaten free speech and employee protections, although US companies have wide latitude to terminate…

The United States announced Monday a “framework” deal with China to resolve their dispute over TikTok, as a deadline looms this week for the Chinese-owned app to be sold or face a US ban. In a social media post, US President Donald Trump said — without directly naming the social media giant — that a deal was reached with a “certain company that young people in our Country very much wanted to save. They will be very happy!” Trump added on his Truth Social network that he would speak to Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday. US Treasury Secretary Scott…

The Kenya Railways Corporation (KRC) will commence the Mombasa Commuter Rail Service to ease the nearly 14 kilometres journey from Mombasa (SGR) Terminus to Mombasa Central Business District (CBD). President William Ruto will commission the project on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, officials said. This, the KRC said, will ensure convenient, faster and accessible commuter services for thousands of passengers arriving at the Mombasa Terminus. The new service will link commuters of the Madaraka Express train from Nairobi to Mombasa CBD, offering a “Park and Ride” or “Drop and Ride” options. The train will make stops at Miritini, Changamwe West, Changamwe…

The Kenya Meteorological Department Monday forecast rainfall in several parts of the country this week. This is even as most regions remain sunny and dry. In its outlook for September 16 to 22, the agency says showers are expected in sections of the Central Highlands, including Nairobi, as well as the Lake Victoria Basin, Rift Valley, Western Kenya, and the Coast. Parts of Nyeri, Nyandarua, Murang’a, Kirinyaga, Kwale, and Kilifi counties might record rainfall exceeding 100mm. Daytime temperatures are projected to rise above 30°C in Coastal, North-eastern, and North-western Kenya, while chilly nights with lows below 10°C will be experienced…

South Sudan’s opposition called Monday for an armed mobilisation to carry out “regime change” in response to plans to put its leader on trial for treason and crimes against humanity. A fragile power-sharing deal between President Salva Kiir and his long-time rival, Riek Machar, has been unravelling for months, threatening to return the young nation to a civil war that left 400,000 dead in the 2010s. On Thursday, Machar was charged with murder, treason and crimes against humanity and stripped of his position as first vice-president in the unity government, having already spent months under house arrest. He was accused…

Cyber criminals have stolen the private details of potentially millions of Balenciaga, Gucci and Alexander McQueen customers in an attack. The stolen data includes names, email addresses, phone numbers, addresses and the total amount spent in the luxury stores around the world. Kering, the parent company of the luxury brands, has confirmed the breach and says it disclosed the incident to the relevant data protection authorities. It said no financial information, such as card details, were stolen. The firm also says it has emailed customers affected but has not said how many, or made any public statements about the hack.…

India’s Supreme Court suspended key provisions of a controversial new law that changes how properties donated by Muslims are owned and managed in the country. The court was hearing pleas by Muslim groups and opposition parties who argue the Waqf (Amendment) Act 2025 infringes on the rights of Muslims. The government says it will make managing the properties more transparent. In Islamic tradition, a waqf is a charitable or religious donation made by Muslims for the benefit of the community. Such properties – worth billions of dollars – are important to India’s 200 million Muslims as they are used for…

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has thrown her support behind New York City mayor candidate Zohran Mamdani, handing the Democratic state assemblyman one of his biggest endorsements yet. In a New York Times opinion piece, Hochul called Mamdani a “a leader who is focused on making New York City affordable” despite previous “disagreements”. The Democratic party has been deeply split on the 33-year-old’s candidacy, with Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries – both New Yorkers – holding back their support. President Donald Trump has repeatedly described Mamdani as a “communist” and said on Monday that…

China’s market regulator has said US computer chipmaker Nvidia has violated Chinese anti-monopoly laws. The country’s market watchdog did not give details of how Nvidia had breached the rules, but said it would continue to investigate the matter. The news came as US and Chinese officials held a second day of trade talks in Spain on Monday in the latest attempt to end a trade war between the world’s two biggest economies. Following the talks, US President Donald Trump hinted that a deal had been reached with China to avert a US ban on TikTok. The social media app was…

Elon Musk responded to an unprecedented pay proposal from Tesla Inc.’s board by buying about $1 billion worth of shares, sending the carmaker’s stock soaring into positive territory for the year. The billionaire bought the shares indirectly through a revocable trust on Sept. 12, according to a regulatory filing released Monday. The purchase coincided with Tesla Chair Robyn Denholm speaking with reporters about the merits of awarding Musk around $1 trillion worth of stock if the company achieves a series of ambitious market value and performance milestones. Tesla shares jumped 6.2% at 9:30 a.m. in New York. The stock is…

The PUBG MOBILE Africa Cup (PMAC) Finals 2025 concluded with great success at The Charter Hall in Nairobi, setting a new benchmark for esports competitions in Africa. With record-breaking fan engagement, thrilling matches, and unprecedented participation, the Finals underscored the growing influence of esports across the continent. Breaking Records in African Esports This year’s PMAC achieved a groundbreaking 12,318 total registrations, the highest ever recorded in the history of African esports tournaments. This milestone reflects not only the passion of players and fans but also the rapid expansion of competitive gaming in the region. Congratulations to X FORCE REJECTS! After…

Health Cabinet Secretary (CS) Aden Duale has lauded the launch of an enhanced medical scheme for county staff under the Social Health Authority (SHA), describing it as a transformative programme that will guarantee quality and affordable healthcare for public officers in county governments. Speaking during the roll-out of the scheme in Mbale Vihiga County on September 15, the CS said the move makes Vihiga the first devolved unit to enroll its employees and their dependents under the new package spearheaded by the Social Health Authority (SHA). “This agreement we have signed today with the County Government of Vihiga will set…

Two men were stoned to death after they were linked to a gang that had earlier attacked a funeral event in Marachi area, Butula, Busia County. A gang had earlier attacked mourners on a vigil at a funeral event and left at least five people with injuries. It was then that villagers ganged up and pursued the two, identified as Kevin Nyongesa, 20, and Patrick Wangalibo, 23, before stoning them to death. They then dumped the bodies on the Bumala-Butula Road as a show and warning to other gang members who have been terrorizing mourners in a similar way in…

Police are investigating an incident where a charcoal burner was shot and killed in a forest in Loko area, Samburu County. Joseph Long, 39, was shot in the head on Sunday evening as he and others were clearing bushes to burn charcoal. The gunmen escaped the scene after the shooting, even as the other colleagues scampered for their safety within the Leaduma Farm. Locals left the scene with the body and walked with it for kilometers to the local mortuary for preservation and further probe. Police said they are investigating the incident. The motive and those behind the fatal shooting…

A group of responders, which included a police officer, was attacked and seriously wounded by arrows in a robbery incident in Ntimaru area, Migori County. Police said a lorry driver ferrying 140 bags of dry maize had raised a distress call on September 13, 2025 night along Ntimaru-Gwitembe road after he had been attacked by armed men at Seronga Junction. The driver and his loaders were robbed of their cash and valuables as they sought help. A sergeant of police who is in charge of the local police post responded there and was shot by an arrow in the left…