Author: KahawaTungu Reporter

The Kenya Wildlife Services (KWS) has confirmed a hyena attack in Rongai on Monday. In a statement, KWS said one of the injured people was a Multi-Media University student who is currently in hospital. The attack happened on Monday evening at around 8.00 pm, at the Ole Kasasi area in Rongai, Kajiado County. “Upon receiving reports, KWS promptly deployed the Problem Animal Management Unit (PAMU), who rushed the men to Wema Hospital in Rongai. The injured were then referred to The Kenyatta National Hospital for specialised treatment after First Aid was administered,” said KWS. KWS also revealed that at the…

National carrier Kenya Airways (KQ) has signed a codeshare agreement with the third-largest Spanish carrier, Air Europa. In a statement, KQ said the new agreement will allow Air Europa passengers to fly to Nairobi from Amsterdam as well as allow Kenya Airways guests to fly to Madrid, Palma de Mallorca, New York, and Miami. “The agreement has significantly expanded customers’ travel options by providing access and convenience as guests will enjoy benefits such as the purchase of a single ticket, a single check-in, and connections with minimum waiting times, among others,” KQ stated. The national carrier will deploy its codes…

Cult leader Paul Mackenzie and 29 other co-accused persons have been charged with the murder of 191 children whose bodies were exhumed from Shakahola forest. The suspects on Tuesday denied the charges before Malindi High Court Judge, Lady Justice Mugure Thande. One suspect, Evans Sirwa, who was found mentally unstable to stand trial, will be arraigned in March. This comes days after Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki declared Mackenzie’s Good News International Ministries an organized criminal group. This means authorities can use any means to investigate and take action on any of the members of the church. Last month, the…

A Multimedia University student is currently nursing injuries after being attacked by a hyena on Monday. Kelvin Mwenda, 21, was attacked by the wild animal along Masai Lodge road, Kajiado county, at around 8PM. He was rescued by a local, Stephen Romo, who was also hospitalized with grave injuries. The two were taken to Wama Nursing Home Hospital where they are receiving treatment. The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) team has since visited the scene of incident. Read: Staying Safe in Hyena Territory: A Guide to Avoiding Encounters Hyena attacks have become common in the recent past. As such, KWS has advised…

A boda-boda rider and his passenger were shot and seriously wounded in a confrontation with members of the National Police Reserve at a roadblock in Rhamu, Mandera County. This is after the rider allegedly refused to heed orders to stop for normal checks at the roadblock along Garsey-Rhamudimtu road, police said. The area is near the Kenya-Somalia border and is under a curfew due to attacks by al-Shabaab militants who cross from Somalia for attacks. Police reservists manning the roadblock said one motorcycle managed to evade and escape the barrier to an unknown destination and mission. It was then that…

A perimeter wall at the Oshwal Academy in Parklands, Nairobi collapsed and killed a pedestrian. Another pedestrian is fighting for his life in hospital following the Monday afternoon incident, police said. Police said a section of the wall collapsed along Mpaka Road and injured two pedestrians before one succumbed to the injuries in hospital. Police said on Tuesday they are investigating the tragedy. It is not clear what triggered the wall to collapse. The body was moved to the mortuary pending autopsy and further probe. Meanwhile, in Kaptembwo area, Nakuru, a night guard was killed by suspected thugs in a…

At least four suspects have been arrested over an illegal gas-filling plant in Embakasi that exploded and killed at least six and injured more than 300 people. They include the owner Derrick Kimathi who was arrested alongside three senior officials at the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA). They were arrested Monday evening as the probe into the deadly blast goes on, police said. Police said preliminary findings show the NEMA officials who were found culpable are the ones arrested. These are David Ongare (Director of Environment Compliance), Joseph Makau (Head of Environmental Impact Assessment) and Mirrian Kioko. Kimathi was detained…

South African singer Tyla’s victory at the Grammys, beating four Nigerian nominees, has fuelled the two nations’ rivalry as they prepare to face off in a crunch football match on Wednesday. “South Africa won today but Nigeria will win on Wednesday where it matters most” one user wrote on X. Tyla won for her song Water in the Best African Music Performance, over Davido, Ayra Starr and Burna Boy. Nigerians have called on their national team, the Super Eagles, to avenge them. They play South Africa in the Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) semi-finals in Ivory Coast. No Nigerian won…

US rapper Killer Mike was detained over an altercation shortly after winning three Grammy awards, Los Angeles police said on Sunday. Los Angeles police spokesperson Mike Lopez told the Associated Press that the detention was in relation to an altercation inside the Crypto.com Arena where the ceremony was held. Killer Mike, 48, was booked on a misdemeanour charge, Mr Lopez added. He was later released and is scheduled to appear in court later this month. Video from the scene appeared to show Killer Mike, real name Michael Render, being escorted from the scene in handcuffs by police officers. It happened…

Nine major security companies have had their operating licenses cancelled for violations of various regulations.  The Private Security Regulatory Authority (PSRA) Monday February 5 gazetted the names of the companies highlighting their failures in a notice. The affected firms include Victory Protective Services Africa Limited, Victory Consultants Limited, Bedrock Security Services Limited and Bedrock Security Alarms Systems and Product Limited. Others are Senaca East Africa Limited, Hipora Security Solutions Limited, Salama Fikira International (Kenya) Limited, Marco Security Limited and Superb Marketing Solutions Limited. This is likely to affect their operations at large given they have employed thousands of people and…

President William Ruto left the country Monday night for a State Visit to Japan. This marks the first State visit by a Kenyan Head of State since President Mwai Kibaki’s 20 years ago. The visit follows Prime Minister Fumio Kushida’s State Visit to Kenya in May 2023 and celebrates 60 years of diplomatic relations between Kenya and Japan. During his visit to Japan, Ruto will engage in bilateral talks with Prime Minister Kushida, with a focus on economic cooperation in key sectors such as health, ICT, infrastructure, energy, and financial services. Consequently, several Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) will be signed,…

The Council of Governors wants the National Government to take over the payment of doctors who go on study leave.  The CoG argued it is becoming extremely strenuous for counties to continue paying doctors who are not of service to the counties at the time. According to the CoG health committee chair and Tharaka Nithi Governor Muthomi Njuki, the National Government taking up the mantle, albeit for a short time, would free up the payroll for recruitment of temporary doctors, at the same level of qualifications, to fill the gap. Njuki who spoke when he received mid wifery training models…

Immigration and Citizen Services Principal Secretary Julius Bitok Monday clarified that school heads will be able to access funds paid to their institutions through e-Citizen portal ‘promptly and in full’.  Bitok said the move would enhance accountability in management of funds in the public institutions across the country. “The objective of the directive is to harmonize the collection of school fees, enhance the coordination of the process and promote transparency and accountability,” Bitok said in a statement. “Principles will be able to access funds received for their schools promptly and in full,” He added phased onboarding of schools on eCitizen…

One of the owners of an illegal gas filling plant in Embakasi that exploded Thursday night and killed at least six and injuring more than 300 people surrendered to the police Monday.  Police said the businessman turned up at the police station accompanied by a lawyer and was grilled by detectives as the probe into the tragedy goes on. The details and identity of the man who surrendered were not immediately available. Police have been pursuing seven suspects in connection with the explosion, including Derick Kimathi, the proprietor of the illegal gas filling plant, Steve Kioko, Kimathi’s partner, the driver…

Brace for a groundbreaking moment as Xiaomi Kenya takes center stage on February 10, 2024, unveiling the highly-anticipated Redmi Note 13 Series, an epitome of innovation and iconic excellence. The Redmi Note 13 series transcends the boundaries between mid-range and flagship smartphones, delivering an extraordinary blend of durability, user experience, and imaging prowess – all at an iconic value that sets a new standard in the industry. Embark on a transformative journey with the Redmi Note 13 Series, as it redefines every facet of the smartphone experience. From advanced camera capabilities to memory upgrades, sleek design to seamless usage, Xiaomi…