National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula Tuesday called on the country’s criminal justice system to conduct an exhaustive investigation into the fatal shooting of Kasipul Member of Parliament Charles Ong’ondo Were. He asked that those responsible be brought to justice without delay. Speaking to the press at Lee Funeral Home, where he led a delegation of lawmakers to view the late MP’s body, Wetang’ula condemned the killing as a “cowardly act” and demanded that no stone be left unturned in the quest for accountability. “This is an unfortunate and heinous act. It must be met with the full force of the…
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The Ministry of Health announced Tuesday that County Governments will take over the management of the Universal Health Coverage (UHC) staff payroll starting July 1, 2025. In a joint statement released after a consultative meeting with the Council of Governors and officials from key health unions on Tuesday, the ministry said the transfer will include the budget for payment of stipends under the current terms during the transition period. The meeting was chaired by Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale, and attended by leaders from the Kenya National Union of Nurses & Midwives (KNUNM), Kenya Union of Clinical Officers (KUCO), Kenya…
The Archdiocese of Nairobi confirmed that John Cardinal Njue, Archbishop Emeritus of Nairobi, will not take part in the upcoming conclave to elect the next Pope due to health reasons. The announcement was made in an official statement issued by the Archbishop’s office on Tuesday. Cardinal Njue, who is eligible to vote in the conclave, had received an official invitation from the Apostolic Nunciature in Kenya according to the statement. However, the Apostolic Nuncio, after consulting with the Office of the Archbishop of Nairobi, informed the Holy See that the 80-year-old Cardinal would be unable to travel to Rome for…
Rihanna loves to make an entrance at the Met Gala, and she certainly did it again Monday — this time, announcing to the world that she is pregnant with her third child with rapper A$AP Rocky. News of the 37-year-old singer and beauty mogul’s new baby bump came before her arrival at the A-list fundraising gala. In a portrait put on Instagram by photographer Miles Diggs, she embraced the Black dandy theme of the gala in a fitted gray Miu Miu blouse and skirt — the baby bump clearly visible — matching knee-high boots, a fur stole and a black…
A Nairobi court issued a warrant of arrest against a senior police officer who failed to appear in court for trial where she is charged with illegal detention of a British national. Rebecca Njeri Muraya, a former Officer Commanding Eastleigh North Police Station who is jointly charged alongside Seargent Abdisalam Ahmed from the same station failed to appear in court for directions. She told the court she was sick. The court noted that Muraya was not also represented by a counsel who could inform the court about her whereabouts and the reasons behind her failure to appear in court as…
One of Francis’s popemobiles, which the late pontiff used to greet thousands of people, will be turned into a mobile health clinic to help the children of Gaza. Following a request by Pope Francis, the vehicle used during his visit to Bethlehem in 2014 is being refitted with everything needed for frontline care in a war zone, charity organisation Caritas, which is overseeing the project, said. “There’ll be rapid tests, suture kits, syringes, oxygen supplies, vaccines and a small fridge for storing medicines,” it explained in a statement. The Vatican said it was the pope’s “final wish for the children…
Romanian Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu has resigned and his Social Democrat party is to leave the government after a right-wing nationalist candidate won the first round of the presidential election. George Simion, a eurosceptic who has promised to put Romania first, won 40.9% of Sunday’s vote and is expected to win a run-off vote on 18 May. He will face liberal Bucharest Mayor Nicușor Dan, who narrowly defeated the Social Democrat (PSD) candidate. Ciolacu told party supporters that as the coalition had failed to meet its objective and “has no credibility after the Romanian vote, I will propose that PSD…
President William Ruto has pledged to restore Migori’s sugar Company Sony to profitability as part of the government’s broader efforts to revitalise the sector. He said the government will adopt a strategy similar to the Mumias Sugar Company recovery plan to modernise Sony Sugar and enhance its efficiency. He said a new management team will be appointed, with a clear mandate to give priority to the interests of cane farmers at the core of the company’s operations. He was speaking during the groundbreaking ceremony for the Alara Nyambija Livestock Training Institute in Awendo, Migori County, which will support livestock farming.…
Sleep quality isn’t just about how long you rest—it’s about how well your body is supported throughout the night. For side sleepers, this means finding a mattress that not only cushions pressure points but also supports spinal alignment. With so many options available today, choosing the right one can be overwhelming. If you’re searching for the perfect firmness for side sleepers, it’s essential to understand how different mattress types perform for your sleeping position. In this guide, we’ll break down the best mattress types for side sleepers and help you choose the right one for a more restful, rejuvenating sleep.…
US President Donald Trump has denied that he is considering running for a third presidential term, a move which experts agree is banned under the US Constitution. “I’ll be an eight-year president, I’ll be a two-term president. I always thought that was very important,” Trump told NBC’s Meet the Press with Kristen Welker in an interview that aired on Sunday. Trump, 78, has previously said that he was “not joking” about wanting to serve a third, or even fourth, term as US president. He later said his statements were meant to troll the “fake news media”. His company, The Trump…
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to retaliate against the Houthis after a missile fired by the group struck the grounds of Israel’s main airport. In a video posted on social media, Netanyahu threatened strikes, saying: “We attacked in the past, we will attack in the future”. The missile, fired from Yemen by the Iran-backed group, landed near the main terminal of Ben Gurion airport on Sunday morning, Israeli authorities said. Four people were injured by the blast, with another two injured on their way to a shelter,Israeli media reported, citing emergency services. None were seriously hurt. Houthi military spokesperson…
A police officer died by suicide near his house in Turbi, Marsabit County. Officials ask the deceased’s body was found hanging from a tree on Sunday May 5 at 6 a.m. No suicide note was found, and the circumstances surrounding the death could not be immediately established, police said. His colleagues said the deceased had been from rehabilitation and resumed duty one month ago, his colleagues said. The body was moved to the Marsabit Referral Hospital morgue, awaiting autopsy. This is the latest suicide incident to involve a police officer. Police say cases of suicide among police officers are on…
Brazilian police said they thwarted a bomb attack planned for Lady Gaga’s concert on Copacabana beach in Rio de Janeiro on Saturday. The Civil Police of Rio de Janeiro state, in co-ordination with the justice ministry, said suspects had recruited participants to carry out attacks using improvised explosives and the plan was aimed at gaining notoriety on social media. The person responsible for the plan and a teenager were arrested, the police said on X. A crowd of more than two million people gathered for the concert, which was free to attend. Police said the group that planned the attack…
One of the four suspects detained in the murder of Kasipul Member of Parliament (MP) Charles Ong’ondo Were is a serving police officer. He is the one who pulled the trigger that killed Were on April 30, 2025 along Valley Road near City Mortuary in Nairobi. He was arrested on Sunday morning alongside three other suspects. The motive of the murder is yet to be determined, police said. He was yet to disclose where he hid the killer weapon. President William Ruto vowed to ensure that those involved in the assassination of Were will be brought to book. Speaking in…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on Sunday defended former President Uhuru Kenyatta against attacks from other political leaders. He called out President William Ruto and his allies for what he termed as a sustained campaign of political disrespect. He made the remarks during a thanksgiving service at his Wamunyoro home in Nyeri County. Gachagua accused key members of Ruto’s inner circle, including State House operative Farouk Kibet and National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah, of being used to attack Kenyatta. “You have sent your attack dogs Farouk and this other called chung’wah, to abuse our son fourth president. They should…