Author: KahawaTungu Reporter

Some of the livestock stolen at the Uhuru Kenyatta-owned Northlands Farm have been returned. According to sources within the police service, at least 18 sheep have so far been returned to the expansive farm that was invaded last month. It is said that individuals believed to be aides attached to two Nairobi politicians have been quietly dropping off the sheep near the farm located in Ruiru. According to those privy to the goings-on, five sheep were on Wednesday found at Dandora Police Station. They were then identified by the farmhands by special marks on them. Read: I Learned About Northlands Invasion…

Prepare for the wolves, East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) MP Winnie Odinga has told Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Alliance coalition party chief agent Saitabao Ole Kanchory. In a screenshot shared on his Twitter page, Winnie said she was torn between “feelings, vindication and timing”. Winnie commended Saitabao, and referred to him as a moran who dared to lay things bare. “The truth is the truth and only a moran has the balls to say it. Hongera,” she added. Read: Uhuru Froze in Ruto’s Presence – Raila’s Chief Agent Saitabao Claims Saitabao thanked the legislator for her fair assessment, noting that “only…

Nakuru senator and Keroche CEO Tabitha Karanja has been charged afresh in the Sh14.5 billion tax evasion case. The legislator on Thursday appeared before Milimani senior principal magistrate Esther Kimilu where she pleaded not guilty to 10 counts of tax evasion. This is after the prosecution requested to amend the charges. But her counsel on the other hand sought to settle the matter out of court. “We have already initiated the process of settling the matter with KRA and if the court allows, we wish to have the matter settled,” the court heard. Read: Reprieve As Keroche Breweries Set To Re-open…

Azimio la Umoja coalition chief agent Saitabao Kanchory says retired President Uhuru Kenyatta froze in the presence of his then-deputy, William Ruto. In his book, Why Baba Is Not The 5th, Saitabao described President Ruto as a methodical schemer whom the former president feared. “I am talking about real fear- the kind that causes one to freeze, flee or fight. Uhuru froze,” says Saitabao. He also notes that Uhuru controlled the “shallow state” while Dr Ruto really had the backing of the real “deep state”. Read: Jalang’o Content with Being A One-term MP Following Fallout with Raila The lawyer further details…

Kenya Darts Association has in a bid to promote the game inked a partnership deal with betting company Bet Nare. The partnership deal signed over the Easter holiday will see the betting company sponsor events organized by the Darts Association. “Our vision and aim is to make sure that we get our people in Kenya and Africa on the map of the world because we know that Africa is a continent that is undermined everywhere. Bet Nare is looking for talent in Kenya, develop it and help and support the sport. We are also looking at supporting young talent for…

Singer Kevin Kioko aka Bahati is no longer a member of the former ruling party, Jubilee. On Wednesday, the “Wanani” hitmaker ditched retired President Uhuru Kenyatta’s party for the ruling party, United Democratic Alliance (UDA). In a statement, UDA secretary general Cleophas Malala welcomed other artistes including Jasper Muthomi alias MC Jessy, KRG the Don and Diana Marua, among others. “This morning, I had the rare opportunity of welcoming to the Party new members led by Former Mathare Constituency, Jubilee aspirant, Kevin Kioko, alias Bahati Kenya, Imenti South Constituency aspirant, Mc Jesse, Ruffton, KRG and other notable artistes from the…

Whitepath Company Limited has been Sh5 million by the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner for violating the data protection law. The digital lender is said to have disregarded the enforcement notification dated January 10. The data commissioner said that the lender irregularly acquired phone numbers from their clients’ phonebooks and continued to harass them. “The ODPC received close to 150 complaints against Whitepath alleging that their applications have accessed their mobile phone contacts and are sending unwarranted and unsolicited text messages to the said contacts,” said ODPC in a statement. Read: Digital Lenders to Charge More as KRA Effects Excise…

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has taken legal action against a former aide to late President Daniel Moi over a Sh10 million land scam in Kabarnet town in Baringo County. The anti-graft agency sued Moi’s former telephone operator Pauline Chepkorir Maiyo and former Lands Commissioner Sammy Silas Komen Mwaita, who allegedly played a key role in the scandalous land sale. According to court documents, the land was illegally allocated to Ms Maiyo. “The property in question is public land that was illegally allocated to the government employee and the plot numbered Kabarnet Municipality/161 was earmarked for the construction of…

The opposition team will soon resume anti-government protests, Narok Senator Ledama Ole Kina has said. Ledama claimed that the Kenya Kwanza bipartisan team was not taking the dialogue seriously. “The lack of seriousness of the by-partisan deliberation on the KK part is the straw that broke the camel’s back! We are back to the people,” Ledama tweeted. https://twitter.com/ledamalekina/status/1645767163368685568 The senate minority whip is part of the seven-member team selected by the opposition last week. Others are; Edwin Sifuna (Nairobi Senator), Enoch Wambua (Kitui Senator), Otiende Amollo (Rarieda MP), David PKosing (Pokot South MP), Millie Odhiambo( Suba North MP), Amina Mnyanzi…

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has denied making changes to the Kakamega County leadership. ODM’s National Elections Board Chairperson Catherine Mumma on Monday refuted the numerous media reports both in the mainstream media and social platforms on the alleged changes. “As the Party organ mandated to carryout elections within the Party including the election of Party officials, we wish to remind our Party members, supporters, and the public in general that no election or replacement of officials will take place without the express approval of the NEB as provided for in law,” she said. Further, Mumma reminded party members and…

Police are probing the mysterious death of a passenger whose remains were discovered at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) waiting lounge. The 43-year-old male was headed for Mombasa on Saturday night but did not show up on the plane. Jambojet Airline crew called his name a few times but their efforts proved futile. When the cops found his body, he was holding a traveling bag. The airline’s clinical officers attended to him before pronouncing him dead. Read: Nigerian National Arrested At JKIA with Bhang Valued at Sh75,000 Police are yet to establish the cause of death but have informed the deceased’s…

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has admitted to the government having money troubles and not being able to pay salaries. Speaking on Sunday in Mathira, the second-in-command said the financial problems are also affecting county governments. The former MP, however, blamed the “handshake” government for the current financial crisis. “It is true we are having challenges in paying salaries, giving money to governors. Because the handshake gov’t ripped this country, they borrowed money left right, and center. Because we are a responsible government, we have to pay this money,” he said. Read: I’m Still Intimidated by the Judiciary – DP Gachagua Gachagua…

Interior CS Kithure Kindiki has sent an investigation team to Chuka, Tharaka Nithi County following the deaths of two people. According to Kindiki, the team will look into the case and suggest legal action against anyone found to be at fault. “The death of the two people caused the blocking of the Embu- Meru Highway most of the afternoon today. Any person(s) at whom evidence will point shall face the course of justice,” he said. “Condolences to the families and friends of the two deceased persons and to the affected communities.” Read: CS Kindiki to Name Politicians, Spiritual Leaders Benefitting From Banditry…

Lang’ata MP Phelix Odiwuor aka Jalang’o has insisted that his conscience is clear despite the criticism he received for endorsing President William Ruto. The politician told Citizen TV that he would be happy to be a one-term MP as punishment for his fallout with former prime minister Raila Odinga and the ODM party. He clarified that his main focus was to fulfill the needs of his constituents. On the other hand, the lawmaker stated that he had been singled out following his meeting with Ruto at the State House. Read: Drama as Jalang’o is Kicked Out of Azimio Meeting (Video) The…

Majority leader in the National Assembly Kimani Ichung’wa has dispelled claims that members of Parliament are yet to receive their March salaries. The Kikuyu MP on Saturday said that the lawmakers received their pay on Wednesday and Thursday, this week. He was responding to claims made by his Ugunja counterpart and minority leader Opiyo Wandayi. “My colleague @OpiyoWandayi claims his salary hasn’t been paid. Bro, check your a/c or manage your debts better. Salaries were paid on Wednesday&Thurs, maybe yours was wiped out by personal debts like our national revenues are wiped out by that DEBT HOLE the handshake regime…