Author: KahawaTungu Reporter

Drama is not a word too often associated with business but at sports betting firm, SportPesa, scenes during a board meeting proved otherwise. The betting firm had its operating license revoked in July 2019 but made an unexpected return two weeks ago. Initially under Pevans East Africa Ltd, SportPesa re-emerged under Milestone Games Limited with Ronald Karauri at the wheel. On October 30, Karauri announced the comeback saying, “We are pleased to once again offer gaming services to our customers. Over the coming months, we are excited to explore a wide range of new partnerships in the country.” A day…

The surrender of former victims’ lawyer Paul Gicheru at the International Criminal Court in The Hague is said to be linked to the death of Senator Mutula Kilonzo. According to sources knowledgeable of the issue, lawyer Paul Gicheru is well aware of the circumstances surrounding the death of the Makueni Senator who was approached by the ICC to be a key witness in the case against Deputy President William Ruto. Lawyer Mutula Kilonzo is said to have spoken to various security chiefs and ICC representatives in 2008 before his death. In the discussion, lawyer and Senator Mutula expressed shock and…

President Uhuru Kenyatta was reportedly not amused at all after it became apparent that Deputy President William Ruto used agents within State House and Parliament to ensure that he had his day at Bomas during the official launch of the BBI Report. According to insiders, President Uhuru had to warn his key lieutenants after it emerged that strong supporters of BBI recommendation were sidelined from the Monday event with blame being laid on the office of the official State House MC Peter Wanjohi and other Ruto supporters in parliament like AMos Kimunya and Speaker Justin Muturi. While Wanjohi crafted the…

In Kenya’s neighbouring country, Tanzania, abduction and disappearance of government critics are normal and anyone who dares to challenge President John Pombe Magufuli’s regime either finds himself/herself in jail or beaten and dumped in the middle of nowhere. Magufuli, who is widely known for his no-nonsense style of leadership, assumed office on November 15, 2015. Ever since the Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) member has been on the spot over blatant suppression of freedom of speech and presiding over a steady deterioration of political and democratic space in the country as witnessed in violence characterised by police brutality that continues to…

The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has launched a fund drive for the late constitutional lawyer Nzamba Kitonga who passed away on October 24, 2020. In a memo seen by Kahawa Tungu, LSK President Nelson Havi indicated that the funeral budget is set at Ksh7 million and the society intends to raise a minimum of Ksh5 million from the general membership excluding the Senior Counsel Bar. “The Law Society of Kenya wishes to give our colleague a formal sendoff in a hearing and/or church service to be held in Nairobi as well as a burial in Kitui on a date…

Fintech company Cellulant has announced the appointment of Faith Nkatha Gitonga as Country Manager, Kenya. Ms Faith Nkatha joins Cellulant to lead it’s Kenya operations and scale its payments ecosystem in the country. She joins Cellulant from Oracle Corporation where she was leading their Digital Transformation efforts for the Public Sector. Before joining Oracle, Faith served as the Director for Strategy, Monitoring and Transformation at Sidian Bank. In this role, she was responsible for the unit’s digital transformation, including developing and executing strategies for growth and expansion, partnerships and quality performance. Faith also previously worked at SBM Bank (K) Ltd.…

Deputy President William Ruto seemingly is now taking Covid-19 pandemic seriously, and has started wearing face masks and keeping social distance to avoid contracting Covid-19. This follows swelling numbers of Covid-19 cases in the country, with thousands testing positive in the last one week, and tens dying. Attending the burial of Huruma Ward MCA in Uasin Gishu County Peter Chomba, Ruto kept his mask on all through the programme, and even avoided contact with members of the public. Chomba died of Covid-19. The same was witnessed with Ruto during the Mashujaa Day Celebrations, where he disembarked from his car and…

Actor Nick Mutuma has broken the silence following sexual allegation claims that have resurfaced from 2016. This is in reference to a thread that went viral in 2016 where he was accused of battering a woman among other claims. https://twitter.com/nickmutuma/status/929006984359165952 In a statement shared on Twitter, the actor has intimated that the resurfaced allegations have caused him and his family pain hence should not be dragged any longer. Read: Nick Mutuma Under Siege For Allegedly Forcing Self On Women “The allegations that came out against me in 2017 have since resurfaced and have taken a toll on me… they have…

Media personality Betty Kyallo would not mind dating rapper Kahush. Kyallo who has in the past dated Mombasa Governor Hassan Joho and a certain “Somali guy” met the young rapper in Karen. Taking to her YouTube channel, the former K24 TV news presenter said the “Mastingo” singer is a humble person. A star struck Kyallo also noted that Kahush hugged her at least thrice and gave her his cellphone number. “Aww, those dreadlocks. Then he hugged me three times. I think he was happy to see me, but I was happier,” she said. The mother of one who was married…

Details have emerged of infighting that led to the unceremonious dismissal of Nairobi Hospital Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Dr Allan Pamba seven months after assuming office. Reports indicate that the Nairobi Hospital board is divided over the sacking of Dr Pamba last week with one group accusing the other faction led by board chairman Irungu Ndirangu of being overbearing. The board chairman and his deputy Chris Bichage are on the same side and are now battling claims of unfair dismissal of Pamba. At least five board members out of 11 are said to be planning a full board sitting to…

Linet Munyali aka Size 8 will pray and fast for three days for the sake of her marriage with husband Sammy Muraya better known as Dj MO. In a lengthy Instagram post, Size 8 said she will thereafter host a 30 minute prayer session on Facebook and Instagram. “It is time to put the full armour of God it is battle time. On my knees I’ve gone to pray and started a 3 day fast for my marriage and my family. I know I shall see the salvation of the Lord in my home! God has already given me victory…

ICEA Lion Group owner and the current Capital Markets Authority (CMA) chairman James Ndegwa has appointed former CMA CEO Paul Muthaura as the Groups CEO, to replace the retiring CEO Steven Oluoch. Paul has been serving as the Company’s Chief Operating Officer since May 1, 2020. The move was announced by Ndegwa on Wednesday, September 30. Prior to joining the ICEA LION Group, Paul began his career in private legal practice rising to the role of Senior Commercial Associate at Daly and Figgis Advocates (now CMS Daly Inamndar). He subsequently joined the Capital Markets Authority (CMA) in 2005 where he…

Socialite turned entrepreneur Vera Sidika is apparently engaged to a mystery man. In an Instagram post, the Vera Sidika Parlour proprietor said she got engaged “to the most amazing human” on September 24. “Sweethearts, your girl got engaged on 24th September 🥰❤️ it was the Best pre-birthday gift ever!!! If someone told me I’d be engaged in 2020 I wouldn’t have believed it 😩 and just like that, like a dream …I’m engaged! To the most amazing human ever! Saying YES to you was the easiest because we became 1 from day 1 & I pray for forever. May God…

Chiki Kuruka, a wellness coach and fitness enthusiast has intimated to have parted ways with Vybes Radio, a station owned by Standard Media Group. Taking to Instagram, the sassy coach indicated that the decision to leave the station was not an easy one but she had to make it adding that going forward, there is a brighter future. “It’s with heavy emotions that I can now announce my decision to leave @vybezradioke . It was NOT an easy decision to make. In such a short period of time I have fallen in love with the listeners and with the team,”…

Asset leasing company RentCo Africa is finally venturing off the big government contracts into the private corporate space as it now has signed a Ksh 600 million farm equipment deal with Rai family-owned West Kenya Sugar Company. The firm which is best known for the Subaru cars it leased to National Police Service, seems to have found new friends in Rai Group which is known to be boosting its manufacturing credentials and are also linked to the first family. Previously, RentCo owner Robert Nyasimi has been profiled as Deputy President William Ruto leaning businessman with most of the government tenders…