At least three people were Wednesday killed as six others were rescued following the collapse of a building in the Highrise area of Kibera, Nairobi County. The building was under construction. Authorities led by the police and Kenya Red Cross confirmed that the collapsed building in the Highrise area of Kibera, Nairobi, was under construction at the time of the incident. Nairobi police boss Issa Mohamud said the rescued were admitted in hospital. He added they were investigating the incident. “We lost three people in the tragedy. The injured were admitted in hospitals,” said Mohamud. Response teams have recovered three…
Author: Oki Bin Oki
A trip to Singapore is a feast for the senses. The aroma of chilli crab fills the air, the vibrant colours of Chinatown demand attention, and the impressive skyline is a sight to behold. In the midst of all this excitement, the last thing a traveler wants is a problem with their phone connection. For years, the routine was the same. Visitors would land at Changi Airport and begin the search for a local SIM card. They would wait in queues, fumble with tiny cards, and attempt to keep their original SIM safe. This entire process is now a relic…
In an increasingly competitive and visually driven marketplace, businesses are constantly searching for ways to stand out and connect with their audience. One of the most effective solutions available today is the led video wall. More than just a display, it represents a long-term investment that combines technology, flexibility, and high-impact communication. Understanding why this solution is considered a smart investment can help businesses make more informed decisions. High Visual Impact That Drives Attention One of the main reasons businesses invest in LED video walls is their ability to capture attention instantly. In environments where customers are exposed to multiple…
A 47-year-old woman died after collapsing while travelling in a passenger vehicle along the Makutano–Embu road in Mwea Sub-county, Embu County. According to police at Makutano Police Station, the incident occurred on Tuesday morning at around 7:30am when the woman, identified as Joyce Wanjiru Njuraita, boarded the vehicle at Makutano stage heading to Ngurubani. Police said that shortly after the journey began, she suddenly collapsed in her seat, prompting the driver and fellow passengers to attempt first aid in a bid to save her life. Her condition, however, deteriorated rapidly, forcing those on board to rush her to Zetic Hospital,…
A 24-year-old man was brutally stabbed to death in Siyu, Lamu East Sub-County, in an incident believed to be linked to a long-standing revenge dispute, police have confirmed. The attack occurred on Tuesday morning in Ishakani Village when the suspect, allegedly stabbed the victim, Swabir Hassan Omar, in the chest. According to a witness, the suspect was also armed with a panga and attempted to further attack the victim before fleeing towards the ocean shore. Swabir collapsed at the scene and was rushed to Siyu Dispensary, where he was pronounced dead on arrival. The killing triggered immediate retaliation from enraged…
Detectives are focusing on members of a committee that raised an alarm of a potential fuel shortage in the country that prompted the importation of the product in a huff hence causing panic. Officials said the members of the Vessel Alignment Committees (VAC) are the ones on focus in the probe for now. The officials handling the saga said the technical committee members have to take responsibility for the issue for now. “Blaming Cabinet Secretaries in the line ministries is political. We understand the committee members had a key role and it is the reason we are focused on them…
Police in the Bahamas are searching for an American woman who disappeared after reportedly falling overboard from a small boat while on a holiday with her husband. Her husband told authorities that she went missing on Saturday at about 19:30 local time (00:30 BST) after falling out of an 8ft (2.4m) hard-bottom dinghy and being swept out to sea by strong currents. The woman’s husband told police that he and his wife left Hope Town for Elbow Cay on the Bahamian island of Abaco on Saturday evening when she fell overboard, taking the boat’s keys with her. In a statement…
Secretary of State Marco Rubio has revoked the green cards of two relatives of slain Iranian commander Qasem Soleimani, as the Trump administration ramps up its military pressure on Tehran. Rubio said in a statement that he determined Hamideh Soleimani Afshar — identified as the former commander’s niece — to be an outspoken supporter of the Iranian “terrorist regime.” She, along with her daughter, was arrested and taken into Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody on Friday, according to the State Department. “While living in the United States, she promoted Iranian regime propaganda, celebrated attacks against American soldiers and military…
A stray camel was shot dead following a security scare at a military-guarded construction site in Rhamu, Mandera North Sub-county. A sentry personnel from the Kenya Defence Forces used a submachine gun to kill the camel that ‘ignored’ a stop order. Police and military said the incident occurred on the night of April 3, 2026, at around 11:15 p.m. but was formally reported the following morning at 10:15 a.m. by the officer in charge of a Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) platoon stationed at a Chinese construction site in Towfiq area. Officials said a sentry manning a post within the camp…
Three assailants opened fire at police outside a building housing the Israeli Consulate in Istanbul on Tuesday, sparking a gunfight that left one attacker dead, Turkish officials said. The two other assailants were wounded and captured. Two police officers sustained slight injuries in the clash, Istanbul Gov. Davut Gul told reporters. The assailants were carrying long-barreled weapons. Interior Minister Mustafa Cifti wrote on X that the attackers had traveled from the city of Izmit, some 100 kilometers (60 miles) east of Istanbul, in a rented car. One of the assailants was linked to a group he described as “exploiting religion,”…
The UK government has blocked Kanye West’s permission to travel to the UK, following controversy over his planned headline set at this summer’s Wireless Festival in London. The Home Office told the BBC the rapper made an application to travel to the UK yesterday via an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA). It said the decision to refuse permission was made on the grounds that his presence would not be conducive to the public good. For the last several years, West has caused outrage for a string of antisemitic, racist and pro-Nazi comments. Wireless Festival has not yet publicly responded to the…
Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU) Secretary General Francis Atwoli Tuesday welcomed the revised school drama regulations set to curb political messaging and the ridicule of public institutions in school performances. Atwoli said a majority of COTU members have taken note of some political actors who seek to achieve political scores through their children. He noted that creative arts should not be used to advance political agendas but instead nurture talent, critical thinking, and self-expression among young people. “We wish to express our support for the Government’s decision to regulate the content of plays and performances presented by learners during…
Amaranth is one of those plants that quietly does everything well. It feeds you, it looks stunning in a garden, and it has a history stretching back thousands of years to the Aztec empire. Whether you’re curious about growing it, cooking with it, or just figuring out what the fuss is about, this guide to amaranth seeds, grain, and the plant itself covers the practical details you actually need. I’ve grown it, cooked with it, and spent more time than I’d like to admit comparing varieties, so consider this a distilled version of everything I’ve picked up along the way.…
A notepad might seem like the simplest thing in the world: a stack of paper, bound on one edge, ready for whatever you need to scribble down. But there’s a reason notepads haven’t disappeared in an age of tablets and smartphones. They’re immediate, tactile, and surprisingly personal. Whether you’re jotting a grocery list, sketching a wireframe, or handing a branded pad to a client at a conference, the notepad does something digital tools can’t: it makes the act of writing feel intentional. Custom notepads, both personalized and branded, take that utility a step further by turning a basic tool into…
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki urged Mt. Kenya residents to support President Ruto’s re-election next year to be in a stronger position for a successful presidential bid in 2032. The DP said the region will be in a better position to front a presidential candidate in 2032 which will only be five years away after the next polls. “We have no option next year but to reelect President Ruto. A cow that is heavy with a calf cannot be slaughtered. After the re-election of President Ruto next year, we will only wait for five years. Then in 2032, the calf will…