Author: KahawaTungu Reporter

Mang’u High School announced the early release of all students following a tense situation that the administration said threatened to disrupt normal learning activities. In a communication to parents dated June 4, 2026, Principal Bernard M. Kingah said the school management observed growing tension among a small group of students, culminating in an attempted unrest at around 7:15 p.m. The principal noted that the situation was swiftly contained by the school administration and that all students remained safe. “The small group attempted to cause unrest in the school at around 7:15 p.m. but we managed to control the situation. All…

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations has appealed to members of the public to help identify a man believed to hold crucial information in the ongoing investigation into the murder of Reverend Julius Ndumia Ngari. According to the DCI, the individual, whose images were obtained during investigations, is considered a person of interest and may possess information that could significantly advance the case and help detectives identify additional accomplices linked to the killing. The appeal comes as investigators announced significant progress in the probe, which has already led to the arrest of two suspects, Felix Odinga Okumu and Berryly Nafua Atenyo.…

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor received an undisclosed rental income from sub-letting three cottages on the Royal Lodge estate that he leased from the Crown Estate, the public spending watchdog has revealed. The National Audit Office (NAO) report also revealed that the King pays the rent for accommodation in royal palaces for Mountbatten-Windsor’s daughters Princesses Eugenie and Beatrice, who are not working royals. It is the first report into royal residences in 20 years and shows Mountbatten-Windsor and his family and staff had 12 properties, owned by the Crown Estate or the Royal Household. A Buckingham Palace spokesman said the report was “in…

US President Donald Trump told musical acts as part of a planned concert series for America’s 250th birthday celebration to “stay at home” – and instead announced what he called a “Rally to end all Rallies” to replace the event after artists pulled out. A range of events have been planned to celebrate America’s birthday, including the rally, a massive fireworks display and an Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) fight on the White House lawn. Organisers say the events will celebrate the anniversary, but certain events, including those funded by a body that supports Trump, areleading to questions around whether the…

A former British soldier recounted the moment he became separated from a Nepali mountain guide as they were descending Mount Everest. Dawa Sherpa was found alive on Thursday, after six days in what’s known as the “death zone”. Climber Chris Thrall said that at first, it was impossible to believe Sherpa had survived against the odds. Thrall told BBC’s Newshour: “It’s kind of crazy one minute to be fighting back tears with his daughter, and then the next minute to see him crawling into town. It’s absolutely amazing, beyond words”. Thrall had last seen Dawa Sherpa sitting on his backpack…

In a major boost to environmental sustainability ahead of the upcoming Nairobi City Marathon on June 7, 2026, a high-level coalition of sports, science, and infrastructure leaders gathered at the Haile Selassie Expressway terminal to launch a dual-pronged climate initiative. Led by Athletics Kenya (AK) President Lt. Gen. (Rtd) Jackson Tuwei, the delegation participated in a symbolic tree-planting ceremony to mark an expanding partnership aimed at tackling urban air pollution and accelerating Nairobi’s green canopy goals. The ceremony joined together key global and local leaders, including Dr. Philip Osano (Chief Operating Officer of CIFOR-ICRAF), Yu Fukai (Chief Executive Officer of…

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has forgone KSh 9.1 billion in tax revenue between April and May 2026 following the government’s decision to reduce Value Added Tax (VAT) on fuel from 16 per cent to 8 per cent. Speaking before the Senate Standing Committee on Energy, KRA Commissioner for Customs and Border Control, Dr. Lilian Nyawanda, said the tax relief measure was introduced to shield consumers and businesses from the effects of rising global fuel prices. Dr. Nyawanda also addressed concerns surrounding a Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) consignment delivered by the vessel MT PALOMA, which is currently under investigation. She…

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) clarified and confirmed they recovered at least Sh65 million from the home of Nairobi City County Chief Officer for Urban Development and Planning, Patrick Analo Akivaga in a raid. The money included Sh51,300,000 and 113,000 US Dollars (approximately Sh14,000,000), at his residence in Syokimau within Machakos County and in his motor vehicle’s boot. Other valuable evidence recovered included several title deeds, motor vehicle log books, laptops, land and motor vehicle sale agreements, and approval plans from Nairobi County Government, mobile phones, iPads, electronic accessories, and other documentary evidence. The Commission is investigating him over…

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) recovered at least Sh30 million from the home of Nairobi City County Chief Officer for Urban Development and Planning, Patrick Analo Akivaga in a raid. The Commission is investigating him over allegations of corruption, conflict of interest, abuse of office, bribery and unexplained wealth. The detectives raided the home and recovered the cash stashed in two briefcases. There was no immediate comment from Analo. According to the Commission, the investigations cover the period between the 2019/2020 and 2025/2026 financial years. The EACC alleges that between 2020 and 2026, Akivaga received more than Sh170 million…

At least four people were killed and 15 others injured after a matatu lost control and overturned along Enterprise Road in Nairobi on Wednesday night. The matatu belonged to Risen Sacco, police said. According to police, the fatal crash occurred at about 8:00 p.m. on June 3, near the Dar es Salaam Roundabout opposite KCB Bank within the Industrial Area. Police said the vehicle was heading from the DT Dobie direction towards General Motors when an unidentified motorcycle allegedly emerged from Dakar Road and failed to give way. In an attempt to avoid colliding with the motorcycle, the driver swerved,…

A construction worker died after being electrocuted while working at a building site in Mpeketoni Town, Lamu County, on Wednesday morning. According to preliminary investigations, the deceased, identified as Moses Mwenje, was working as a labourer at a construction site within Mpeketoni Town when he came into contact with a live power line. Police said Mwenje was carrying a pole when it accidentally touched overhead electricity lines belonging to the Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC), resulting in a fatal electric shock. He was rushed to Mpeketoni Sub-County Hospital by the reporter and other responders but was pronounced dead on…

Police in Kakamega County are searching for a woman accused of seriously injuring her husband and a 16-month-old child by pouring boiling water on them following a domestic dispute. The incident was reported to Malinya Patrol Base under Malaika Police Station on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, police said. According to Western police boss George Seda, the incident occurred on June 1 at his home when a woman visited carrying a child. The husband told police that he introduced the visitor to his wife as his newly married second wife and informed her that they had a 16-month-old child together. He…

The US Senate has voted to advance a stalled immigration spending bill after Republicans removed $1bn (£745m) in funding for President Donald Trump’s new White House ballroom. The $1bn was intended for US Secret Service security upgrades as part of the construction, a request following April’s shooting at a gala Trump attended at a hotel. Trump has argued the new addition is necessary to host official state functions and update security facilities. He repeatedly said it would be funded by private donations. The reconciliation bill will provide roughly $72bn for immigration agencies, and Democrats had argued the security funds shouldn’t…

Elon Musk’s SpaceX has said it is even more valuable than anticipated as it approaches a public stock listing set for next week. In a filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission detailing its plans for an initial public offering (IPO), SpaceX said its shares should go for $135 (£100) each, ratcheting up its own valuation of the firm to roughly $1.75tn. Setting an estimated price for its stock listing so far in advance is a rare move, and the amount represents a large increase in SpaceX’s previous valuation of $1.25tn earlier this year. The revelation does not mean…

The US House of Representatives passed a measure that seeks to halt President Donald Trump from taking further military action in Iran. The 215-208 vote was successful after four Republicans joined Democrats in a rare public show of disapproval of the war, which began in February. This is the fourth attempt by the House to rein in Trump’s war powers, which critics say lack congressional approval. The House resolution still needs approval from the Republican-controlled US Senate. Even if it were successful in the Senate, the measure is unlikely to fully curb military action against Iran. Trump could veto the…