Author: Mercy Auma

The family of Late MP Marie John Seroney has been awarded Sh17 million for his unlawful detention and torture by the state in 1975. The former MP was a human rights activist who defended the rights of citizens and was very vocal on corruption during Late President Daniel Arap Moi’s tenure. He was detained for 1,155 days without trial following fall out with late Moi and lost his parliamentary seat in the process. He later died on December 6, 1982. Following his death, his family sought compensation for the violence meted on them and the losses incurred by the Moi…

A standoff has been witnessed at City Hall as Nairobi governor Mike Sonko clashed with the Public Service Commission (PSC) over the transfer of 6052 county employees. Embattled Sonko has urged the county staff to ignore the directive by PSC seconding the workers into the newly formed Nairobi Metropolitan Service. Through a letter dubbed “Nullification of the meeting called by the Nairobi Metropolitan Services through the Public Service Commission,” Sonko has accused the officials of using a repugnant manner to implement the deed of transfer of functions. “Foremost, I wish to register my great displeasure and disappointment, and that of…

Gatundu South Member of Parliament Moses Kuria has threatened to revolt against Jubilee Party Secretary-General Raphael Tuju. This is in regards to the impeachment motion in Kirinyaga County, where two MCAs commented and moved an impeachment motion against Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru. Speaking to a local blog, Kuria accused Tuju of meddling in the county affairs that should fully be left to the County Assembly as mandated in the constitution. Further, Kuria accused Tuju of going against the Party Leader, President Uhuru Kenyatta who asked him to convene a parliamentary group meeting so that the involved individuals are able to…

Two French doctors who suggested that a potential Coronavirus (COVID-19) treatment should be tested in Africa have ignited the wrath of Africans online. One of the doctors, Dr. Jean-Paul Mira was captured during a tv show saying that the tests would yield better results when carried out in Africa where there are no masks nor treatment. “If I can be provocative, shouldn’t we do this study in Africa, where there are no masks, no treatment, no resuscitation, a bit like it has been done in some studies in AIDS, where among prostitutes, we try things, because they are exposed,” Dr…

40 rogue police officers are likely to face disciplinary action for aiding land clashes in Marakwet East, Elgeyo Marakwet County. According to a report by the Standard, 2 chiefs have already been charged and 4 others might get sacked in regards to similar crimes. The clashes which have been experienced in Elgeyo Marakwet have led to massive loss of lives and destruction of properties, with reports linking rogue police officers as the organizers. According to Elgeiyo Marakwet County Commissioner Ahmed Omar, the officers ideally picked sides in the land clashes and provided security for the raiders. Read: Toi Market Traders Express…

ODM leader and AU High Representative for Infrastructure Development Raila Odinga has called for a new tactic in fighting Coronavirus (COVID-19) in the country. Odinga has called upon Kenyans to personalize the war on COVID-19 stating that a new breed of patriots is required. Through a statement, Odinga has indicated that the window is slowly shutting down and that there is limited time to fight the pandemic. “If we don’t take personal control now, there will be no control to take later. You remain in my thoughts and prayers. I am calling on every Kenyan to use his or her…

Controversial lawyer Miguna Miguna on Friday, April 3 came to TV girl Yvonne Okwara’s defense. The sensational tv presenter had been trolled for the better part of the day and was trending at number one in regards to her take on social media bullying of Brenda Cherotich, a COVID-19 recovery. Yvonne had taken a stand to defend Brenda who had been attacked with Kenyans on Twitter (KoT) alluding that her recovery story was fake due to the inconsistencies it had. Taking to Twitter, Miguna cautioned netizens against attacking Yvonne stating that she was expressing her opinion which she is entitled…

Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have been tasked to wait outside as Kilifi Deputy Governor Gideon Saburi allegedly refuses to leave the hospital. Saburi who is a COVID-19 recovery is accused of going against government directive to self-quarantine for 14 days after arriving in the country from a foreign trip in Germany. He is reported to have endangered the lives of several people who came into contact with him as he attended a staff and cabinet meeting upon his arrival. Yesterday, April 2, during a presser, Health CS Mutahi Kagwe confirmed Saburi’s recovery and added that he…

Brenda Cherotich, one of Kenya’s Coronavirus (COVID-19) recoveries will not be able to reunite with her family just yet. Brenda’s family residing at Keongo village in Ainamoi Constituency has indicated their fears of having their daughter travel home despite recovering. Her father, Peter Rono has stated that as a family they are still cautious to have her travel since she might be at risk of contracting the disease yet again due to the rising cases in the country. However, the family has indicated that the reunion will be made possible in due time and a party will be thrown in…

Health Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe earlier today announced two COVID-19 deaths in the country, with the total number of positive cases rising to 110. The identities of the two people who have succumbed to COVID-19 have been revealed as a Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) employee and the other an alleged KQ pilot. The KPA employee, a woman aged 58 years is reported to have died due to complications arising from COVID-19 in a private hospital in Mombasa and was later buried. Her daughter is said to have been quarantined at the Coast General Hospital and will be tested and observed…

There have been numerous questions raised over the fate of learners following Coronavirus (COVID-19) menace that has hit the world. There also existed speculations that the learners will be forced to repeat their classes following the cancellation of various academic programs. For instance, when COVID-19 was first confirmed in the country, schools halted their programs and students were forced to go back home despite not completing their first term. Ideally, it is uncertain how long the pandemic would last, since failure to control it means more programs will be disrupted and canceled. Read: Learners To Resume Classes Via YouTube, Radio –…

Gatundu South lawmaker Moses Kuria has asked Kenyans to ignore the story of Coronavirus Recoveries, Brenda and Brian. This comes just a day after the Ministry of Health announced that the first patient to have contracted COVID-19 in the country, Brenda Cherotich alongside Brian Orinda had recovered. Kuria, in a Facebook post has urged Kenyans to heed the precautionary measures to prevent the spread of the virus adding that they should forget the duo making appearances on the media. In addition, Kuria has alleged that President Uhuru Kenyatta was ill-advised on the matter and claimed that he had missed his…

Health Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe has refuted reports claiming existence of divisions among the multi-agency team handling the Coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis in the country. In a presser, Kagwe has stated that the arms of government are united and working together to stop the spread of COVID-19. In addition, he has echoed that the arms of government are being led by the Head of State, President Uhuru Kenyatta and together they are working in unison. “There is no division in the arms of government. Our leader who is guiding us is the President,” Kagwe said on Wednesday. Read: Kenya Confirms 22 More…

Ethiopian gunmen today stormed Moyale town and opened fire on Kenyan workers leading to high tension in the region. The gunmen are said to be unhappy with the Kenyan government’s decision to close the border in a bid to curb the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19). The attack has disrupted the workers who had been hired by county administration to dig tunnels on the borderline that would prevent exit and entry into the country. https://twitter.com/JosephMusyimi01/status/1245322483240181765 Read: Three Kenyans Killed In Somalia Attack After Gunmen Stormed Hotel Additionally, according to Nation, the gunmen reportedly opened fire to the workers as they excavated a…

Kenya now has reported two COVID-19 recoveries, the first patient, Brenda and another identified as Brian. In a video chat with President Uhuru Kenyatta, Brian and Brenda spoke about their experiences with the deadly virus which has so far been contracted by 59 people, countrywide. The two who were in the company of Health CS Mutahi Kagwe reassured Kenyans that COVID-19 is treatable once one follows health directives. For instance, Brenda stated that the first stage as a responsible citizen is to report to the nearest health facility once you exhibit the flu-like symptoms associated to COVID-19. “Contact the authorities…