Author: KahawaTungu Reporter

At least two Cabinet Secretaries were Tuesday dramatically locked out of State House in Nairobi after arriving at an official event late. They were to sign performance contracts at the State House at the event presided over by President William Ruto. Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki and his trade counterpart Moses Kuria were among those locked out after arriving late. The event was to start at about 8 am but the two alongside other Principal Secretaries arrived late. They were stopped at the gate by security who informed them the event had started and the president was seated there. Witnesses…

A section of the family members of the former president President Uhuru Kenyatta is traveling to London for a meeting on various issues. Among the issues they want to consider is the relocation of some of their businesses over unfavorable political situation. Alternatively, they want to scale down some of their operations over what they see as a toxic environment. Even though Uhuru confirmed the family plans a vacation, other sources said the meeting is key in making a number of decisions that could have serious implications on the economy. The family controls key sectors including banking, hotel, tourism, insurance…

Kenyatta National Hospital Monday announced a milestone in foetal medicine after the successful transfusion of a baby while still in the mother’s uterus. The region’s largest referral hospital said the highly delicate procedure, known as an intrauterine foetal transfusion, involves the injection of red blood cells from a donor into the foetus. It may be recommended when a foetus has a low red blood cell count, known as anaemia, doctors say. “The procedure was undertaken by a team of four doctors who included specialists Dr Rosa Chemwey, Dr Flavia Ogutu, and Dr Ikol Adung’o, as well as Dr Kunjira Murayi…

A family in Kisumu’s Nyalenda estate is mourning the deaths of two sons who succumbed to injuries inflicted on them by police during anti-government protests two weeks ago. Brian Oniango was 22, and his brother William Amulele 24, died just three days apart while under treatment at the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Hospital’s intensive care unit, officials said. Their mother Everlyne Achung’o is inconsolable. She said Amulele died on Saturday night while Oniang’o succumbed on Wednesday. “The doctor said Brian had a cracked skull which caused his death and when William died he (doctor) told me he had a broken neck…

A popular Ugandan Church broke the Guinness World Record for the longest applause after ecstatic members of the Phaneroo Ministries International clapped for a staggering three hours and 16 minutes nonstop. The unprecedented clapping expedition featured strict rules that included – clapping hands only with no vocal noise and stomping, no musical instruments, all phones in silent mode and no bathroom breaks. Also, sound levels had to be maintained at 80 decibels for the duration of attempt and, in case one needed a pint of water or some soda, someone would be assigned to them, holding a bottle to their…

The world of comedy mourns the loss of a beloved figure, as Paul Reubens, best known for his iconic character Pee-wee Herman, has passed away at the age of 70. His publicist announced the sad news in a statement that touched upon the actor’s significant impact on generations of children and adults alike. In a heartfelt post on his verified social media account, Reubens was hailed as an “iconic American actor, comedian, writer, and producer” who brought joy and positivity to countless lives with his whimsical and endearing portrayal of Pee-wee Herman. The character, characterized by his childlike wonder and…

Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Alliance coalition party has unveiled its five-member team that will hold talks with the government side. The team selected on Monday will be led by Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka, Minority leader Opiyo Wandayi, Eugene Wamalwa, Okong’o Omogeni and Malindi MP Amina Mnyanzi. “Our position remains that no party to these negotiations can claim a right to determine for the other what to raise and what not to raise,” read a statement by the opposition. The opposition noted that they will respect the issues raised by their Kenya Kwanza counterparts and vice versa. https://twitter.com/AzimioTv/status/1686003514592415745 The Kalonzo-led…

Tiktoker Brian Chira Wambui has been freed on a Sh50,000 cash bail with a surety of the same amount. Chira was on Monday charged with cyber harassment and using his TikTok account to defame Sound City radio host Azziad Nasenya. The accused who was arraigned before Kibera Principal Magistrate Renee Kitagwa entered a not guilty plea. The case will be mentioned on September 12. Read: TikToker Brian Chira Arrested for Making Offensive Remarks Against Azziad Azziad’s lawyer said the TikToker not only defamed their client but also shared her phone number with the public, a move that caused her distress. “Sometime…

Nominated Senator Karen Nyamu is pregnant. The lawmaker made the announcement via Instagram in a video captioned “It’s been a long time coming.” Karen is currently in a relationship with Mugithi hitmaker, Samuel Muchoki alias Samidoh. She and the crooner share two children, a boy and girl. She does, however, have a daughter from a previous relationship. Samidoh on the other hand has three children with his now estranged wife, Edday Nderitu. Edday moved to the United States months ago with the children. She cited Samidoh’s relationship with Karen as the primary reason for moving. Read: Karen Nyamu Hits Back At…

Haiti has welcomed ”with great interest” Kenya’s offer to lead a multinational force to restore order. Haiti Foreign Minister Jean Victor Geneus said he appreciated the expression of African solidarity. The Caribbean nation is suffering from a surge in gang violence and is in a deep security, political and humanitarian crisis. On Saturday, Kenya committed to deploying a contingent of 1,000 police officers to help train and assist Haitian police to restore normalcy in the country and protect strategic installations. Read: Kenya To Deploy 1,000 Police Officers To Help Restore Normalcy In Haiti  “Kenya stands with persons of African descent across…

A police constable succumbed to injuries following a fight with three men at a shopping centre in Busia County. Constable Andrew Ndiema Masai had been admitted to Sikotia Medical Centre in the area where he succumbed on Saturday, July 28. Police said the deceased was on annual leave and had fought with three unknown persons at Chemoge market. Read: Police Officer Arrested for Participating in Protests in Makueni He was seriously assaulted and left in an unconscious state, police said. Efforts to trace the three suspects are ongoing, police said. The body was moved to the mortuary pending autopsy and further…

Trade CS Moses Kuria has lauded President William Ruto and Azimio la Umoja leader Raila Odinga over the resumption of the bipartisan talks. Kuria on Monday said the two leaders were on the right side of history, noting that “violence is not the way to resolve political differences”. According to the former Gatundu South MP, Kenyans were in support of the talks as long as they do not come up with a power-sharing deal. “The resumption of bipartisan talks is good news for Investments and the economy in general. Violence is not the way to resolve political differences. Its time…

A man was Monday morning killed in a fire incident in Nairobi’s Kibera slums. Police said Cosmas Ngei suffocated in his house during the incident. Police who attended the scene said they suspect the fire was caused by an unattended candle. The fire flattened one house in Laini Saba area where Ngei was sleeping before it was contained. According to the locals, the fire broke out at about 1 am on July 31. The body was moved to the mortuary pending autopsy and further probe. In Dandora area, a suspect was stoned to death by a mob in a botched…

African leaders on Sunday gave the junta in Niger one week to cede power or face the possible use of force, and slapped financial sanctions on the putschists, after the latest coup in the jihadist-plagued Sahel region raised alarm on the continent and in the West. In the third coup in as many years to fell a leader in the Sahel, Niger’s elected president and Western ally, Mohamed Bazoum, has been held by the military since Wednesday. General Abdourahamane Tiani, the head of the powerful presidential guard, has declared himself leader. Bazoum is one of a dwindling group of elected…

At least 44 people have been killed in an explosion in Pakistan during a rally organised by an Islamist party. More than 100 people were also injured in the explosion in north-west Bajaur district, where Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) was holding a meeting. Police told the BBC that they have found evidence suggesting the explosion was a possible suicide attack. A rescue operation has been completed and all injured have been taken to hospital, officers said. Officials have warned the death toll may rise further, as 15 people are in a critical condition. The motivation behind the attack is not yet…