Author: Mercy Auma

The government has dismissed the claims of the lady in a viral video circulated on social media claiming she was not diagnosed with Coronavirus. Through the Government Spokesperson Cyrus Oguna, the State has indicated that the woman in the viral video and the one identified to have tested positive for COVID-19 are two different persons and warned netizens against spreading propaganda. “I am not only referring to the video, which is already in our possession but we also are tracking down any fake news and alerts being issued in the public,” Oguna is quoted. Yesterday, after the first case of…

Dunia Camp at the Serengeti in Tanzania is run by an all exclusive women team making it such a huge success in a male-dominated society. The Serengeti is globally known for its rich wildlife hence attracting tourists from all parts of the world. When booking a safari, your tour guide is most likely to be a man. However, once you visit Dunia Camp, all your tour needs are catered for by the team of female professionals who ensure you enjoy your trip. https://www.instagram.com/p/BzC5tecAdgG/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link Read: Lake Turkana National Parks Inscribed On List Of World Heritage In Danger Speaking to the BBC, Jane…

Coronavirus (COVID-19) that broke out in Wuhan city in China, last year is fast spreading around the world with over 114 countries having confirmed cases. With governments across the world doing everything to contain the spread of the virus, many people have been asking questions on safety measures to take as the deadly virus spreads. There are recommended methods by doctors to prevent the spread of the disease, however, you can also apply some practical methods that work best for you. The aim is to avoid getting in contact with surfaces in social gatherings or places frequently used by people.…

Coronavirus was declared a World Pandemic by the World Health Organization (WHO) with Kenya confirming its first positive case today, March 13, 2020, and joining the list of African countries to have reported their first cases. The COVID-19 is reported to spread by contact and bears flu-like symptoms. It was first detected in Wuhan City, Hubei Province in China according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Among the preventive measures aid in curbing its spread include self-quarantine and avoiding contact with people. Read: How Coronavirus Symptoms Compare To Those Of Flu, Allergies And Common Cold The gym, for…

Coronavirus is the recent pandemic that has hit the world, with different countries affected as they have reported cases on the same. COVID-19 bears similar symptoms with the flu, cold or allergy hence making it hard to detect without undergoing a test. Primarily, online sources indicate that COVID-19 mostly affects the lungs leading to a fever, dry cough and shortness of breath. These symptoms compare with those of flu, common cold or allergies. Therefore, here is a comparison of the symptoms that can help distinguish.    COVID-19 Fever Dry Cough Shortness of breath Headaches, fatigue, sore throat may occur sometimes.…

Gatundu South lawmaker Moses Kuria has been acquitted of hate speech case by a Milimani Court. The court has referenced his case to those of former Machakos Senator Johnston Muthama and Makadara Member of Parliament (MP) George Aladwa who were also acquited. Additionally, in December last year, the witness statements, in this case, were reportedly stolen, with the Director of Criminal Investigations (DCI) called to intervene and investigate the circumstances under which they disappeared. According to the Magistrate Kenneth Cheruiyot, the case has been thrown out in reference to section 29 of the constitution which accounts for the freedoms and…

Anti-riot police officers deployed in Kabarnet, Baringo County have lobbed teargas at Deputy President William Ruto’s supporters who staged demonstrations in his support. Apparently, the pro-Ruto supporters had asked for a permit to march on the streets in solidarity with the DP following the impeachment claims by over 70 pro-handshake legislators. They were however denied the permit but went on regardless hence inviting the wrath of the armed police officers. Additionally, reports indicate that the elders from the region had disowned the protest with the demand that it should be staged in DP Ruto’s hometown in Turbo, Eldoret. Read: Over 70…

The Director of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has launched a probe at the Kenya National Blood Transfusion Service (KNBTS) over the illegal sale of blood donated by Kenyans to Somalia. This was after investigations established that there existed a cartel that facilitated siphoning of blood donated by Kenyans hence selling to African countries including Somalia. Apparently, the case was opened last week on Wednesday in a bid to unmask the roles played by the officers attached at the KNBTS in smuggling the blood instead of supplying to Kenyan hospitals. Heath Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe, acknowledged that there were reports indicating the…

Pro-handshake Members of Parliament have called for the resignation of Deputy President William Ruto. Over 70 legislators are accusing the DP of misconduct and gross violation of the oath of office hence calling upon him to step down. Through a press statement, the DP is being accused of undermining the office of the president and declaring war on established state institutions including the office of the Director of Criminal Investigations (DCI) and the office of the Director of Public Prosecution (DPP). Integrity issues include; maize scandals, land grabbing, Arror and Kimwarer Dam Projects, Operations of Amaco insurance, Fake arms deal…

Habiba Ibrahim Hussein, the Nominated Member of the County Assembly (MCA) who lost her seat over the failure to attend plenary sittings for two years has finally come out to address the underlying issues. Through a statement on Facebook by Nominated Senator Millicent Omanga, she says missed the plenary sittings due to health issues. Omanga, who has come to her defense has indicated that the MCA had a difficult and complicated pregnancy where she gave birth to a baby girl through a caesarian procedure on November 21, 2018. Following the difficult pregnancy, the baby developed heart complications suspected to have…

Nominated Member of the County Assembly (MCA)  Habiba Ibrahim Hussein has lost her seat over the failure to attend plenary sittings for two years. Her seat was declared vacant on Tuesday, March 10, by the Speaker Beatrice Elachi having adopted the report of the select committee on powers and privileges into allegations of absenteeism from plenary sittings. Two other MCAs have also been suspended from the assembly for three months. These are Kileleshwa MCA Elias Otieno and Airbase ward representative Fuad Hussein Mohamed. Investigations into absenteeism among MCAs were highlighted by Maurice Gare on February 18, where he inquired about…

The Building Bridges Initiative (BBI) forum for the Rift Valley region is scheduled to be held in Nakuru on Saturday, March 21. Questions have lingered on whether President Uhuru Kenyatta will coordinate the meetings following a convention held at State House yesterday. Through a tweet, State House indicated that governors from the Rift Valley region held a meeting with the president. The county bosses are said to have briefed him on the scheduled rally. Additionally, the tweet confirms that the Governors assured the President of their full support in the BBI process and undertook to ensure unity and inclusion of…

The only female white giraffe in Kenya and her calf have been killed by poachers at the Ishaqbini Hirola Conservancy. This has been confirmed by the Conservancy manager Mohammed Ahmednoor. In 2017, the news of the presence of the white giraffe in Kenya made headlines across the world, with various people marvelling at its sight. It gave birth to a male calf in 2017 hence adding the number to 2. Read: British Photographer Captures Giraffe Giving Birth At Olare Motogi Conservancy Additionally, in June 2019, the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) officials confirmed that the giraffe was pregnant again, and gave birth…

A saloon car that was transporting marijuana was involved in an accident along Mtito Andei before crashing and bursting into flames on Tuesday, March 10. The vehicle was said to have rammed into a fuel tanker before bursting into flames, with the area Officer Commanding Station (OCS) Ezra Sambu affirming the incident. Sambu stated that the driver of the saloon car sustained serious injuries and was taken to the hospital for treatment. The driver of the fuel tanker is, however, established to be in a stable condition having sustained minor injuries. Read: Thika Road Accident Involving Seven Vehicles Leaves Scores Injured…

22 foreigners who objected to self-quarantine directives by the Ugandan Government amid coronavirus outbreak have been ordered to return to their various home countries. According to Jane Ruth Aceng, the Minister of Health in Uganda, the foreigners were said to have arrived from countries deemed as category one in the coronavirus threat. Upon landing at the Entebbe International Airport, they were directed to observe the set rules, of which they refused and thus opted to return home. “We informed them about our procedure of self-quarantine for 14 days. However, they were not willing to undergo this and will return to…