A Nairobi court Wednesday ordered the detention of three men in connection with a sophisticated cyber fraud that allegedly resulted in the theft of Sh10 million from Safaricom Sacco. The suspects Eric Munene Kaburu, Dennis Jerah Ombogo and Morris Muriithi Mugambi are accused of orchestrating the unauthorized transfer of funds from the Sacco’s account at the Cooperative Bank of Kenya into multiple other bank accounts. “The complainant alleges that they did their internal checks and confirmed that the money amounting to Sh10,476,5501 had been stolen from the account held at Cooperative bank whereby it was transferred to other bank accounts…
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Renowned and award-winning author Ngugi Wa Thiong’o has passed away. The family confirmed that he died Wednesday morning in the US. He was aged 87 years. His daughter Wanjiku wa Ngũgĩ wrote on Facebook: “It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our dad, Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o this Wednesday morning, 28th May 2025. He lived a full life, fought a good fight. As was his last wish, let’s celebrate his life and his work. Rîa ratha na rîa thŭa. Tŭrî aira!” She added that te family’s spokesperson Nducu Wa Ngugi will announce details of his celebration…
The Nairobi City County Government ordered the closure of Habanos Lounge on Kiambu Road over noise pollution. This follows numerous complaints from residents regarding noise pollution caused by club. Officials at the Department of Environment said more clubs are targeted in the operation. Chief officer Environment department Geoffrey Mosiria said the Nairobi County had taken the decision to close the establishment indefinitely as of Monday, May 26. “This action will remain in effect until the lounge implements proper soundproofing measures. The operation was in conjunction with Nema ,county liquor licensing board and National Police Service.” “As the County Government, our…
Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says its military has “eliminated” Hamas’s Gaza chief Mohammed Sinwar, one of its most wanted men and the brother of the group’s late leader Yahya Sinwar. Mohammed Sinwar was the target of a massive Israeli strike on the courtyard and surrounding area of the European hospital in the southern city of Khan Younis on 13 May, which the Israeli military said destroyed Hamas’s “underground infrastructure” there. Gaza’s Hamas-run Civil Defence agency said that 28 people were killed. Hamas itself has neither confirmed nor denied Sinwar’s death. Yahya Sinwar, mastermind of the 7 October 2023 attack…
Many old inventions are still in use today. These inventions, like Greek fire or the Baghdad battery, come from different places and times, but are still a part of modern technology. In this article, we will share the six best ancient technologies that influence us today. Let’s have a look! Greek Fire One of the popular inventions of ancient times is Greek fire. It was made by the Byzantine Empire around the 7th century CE. The best thing about Greek Fire is that it could even burn on water. Soldiers also used Greek fire in their sea battles. Today, the…
-Have you ever considered how the size of your sleeping space might impact the quality of your sleep? Since people tend to change positions about twenty times per night, the importance of having a spacious, soft bed that allows free movement becomes quite clear. A smaller sleeping area can easily disturb your rest, making it difficult to fall into deep sleep phases. Choosing larger beds Cyprus can provide the additional space needed for better comfort and healthier sleep habits. In this article, we will delve into the benefits of having a larger sleeping area and explain how upgrading your bed…
The Android ecosystem offers unmatched flexibility for users who want to combine entertainment, creativity, and productivity in one device. For gaming enthusiasts and music lovers alike, having access to immersive games and high-quality audio apps can transform how you experience downtime. Two standout options that continue to attract millions of users worldwide are the Minecraft APK for Android and the Spotify APK latest version. Let’s explore how these powerful applications can enhance your digital lifestyle and how to make the most out of them. The Power of Minecraft on Android Devices Minecraft has become a cultural phenomenon since its initial…
Studying psychology can be exciting, but it often comes with complex theories and tricky terminology. If lectures feel overwhelming or coursework starts piling up, the right tutor can make a big difference. You need someone qualified, experienced, and a good fit for your goals. In this article, you will learn tips on how you can find a reliable psychology tutor who truly supports your academic success. 1. Understand Your Learning Needs First Before diving into a search, take a step back and think about what kind of support you need, whether it’s breaking down tough topics like research methods or…
The Shakahola massacre case, where Pastor Paul Mackenzie and 38 other accused persons are accused of subjecting a child to torture, assault causing actual bodily harm, cruelty to a child, and infringing a child’s right to education, continued before the Tononoka Children Court in Mombasa. In a chilling session, the Senior Sergeant Joseph Yator, a former investigator in the ongoing Shakahola children torture and cruelty case, presented damning testimony shedding light on a victim who reported the death of the two children who were suffocated by their mothers after failing to die from fasting. In dramatic testimony, the investigating officer…
Elon Musk says he is “disappointed” by the price tag of the domestic policy bill passed by Republicans in the House last week and heavily backed by President Trump. The billionaire who recently stepped back from running the Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE, made the remark during an exclusive broadcast interview with “CBS Sunday Morning.” “I was disappointed to see the massive spending bill, frankly, which increases the budget deficit, not just decreases it, and undermines the work that the DOGE team is doing,” Musk said. Musk’s comments appear to put him at odds with Mr. Trump, who has…
South Africa is not planning to water down its Black economic empowerment laws just to suit Elon Musk’s Starlink, a minister said on Tuesday, responding to criticism of policy changes he announced days after President Cyril Ramaphosa met Donald Trump. The policy changes would allow communications companies, including Starlink, to bypass a requirement to sell 30% of the equity in their local subsidiaries to historically disadvantaged groups, instead recognising investments in things like digital infrastructure. The changes were published on Friday, the day after Ramaphosa returned from the United States on a mission to persuade Trump to make deals with…
A car that was used in the alleged kidnapping of Juja MP George Koimburi was Tuesday recovered in Juja Town, Kiambu County. The owner of the car was also arrested in a police operation. He is said to have been a his UDA agent in the constituency in the last elections. The driver had altered one letter of the car registration before staging the said abduction on Sunday May 25, 2025. This is a new twist in the saga. Koimburi was found dumped in a coffee plantation in Kibichoi complaining he had been abducted and tortured. Police have declared that…
At least five people died and six more people are missing after a large explosion rocked a chemical plant in eastern China on Tuesday, according to local authorities. The blast spewed a towering plume of gray and orange smoke into the sky, damaged windows in nearby buildings and pro The incident happened in the workshop of Shandong Youdao Chemical in Gaomi city, Shandong province, minutes before noon local time, state broadcaster CCTV reported. It did not give a reason for the explosion. A further 19 people suffered minor injuries, local authorities said in a statement. Videos circulating on Chinese social…
The White House is directing federal agencies to cancel all remaining contracts with Harvard University – about $100 million in all, two senior Trump administration officials told CNN – the latest barb against the school as it refuses to bend to the White House’s barrage of policy demands amid a broader politically charged assault on US colleges. “We recommend that your agency terminate for convenience each contract that it determines has failed to meet its standards,” reads a Tuesday letter to procurement executives from General Services Administration official Josh Gruenbaum, who also signed an April letter to Harvard with a…
US Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced Tuesday that the Covid-19 vaccine will no longer be among the recommended vaccines for pregnant women and healthy children on the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s immunization schedule. The immunization schedule posted online had not changed as of mid-Tuesday. Kennedy announced the unusual step in a video posted on social media. He was flanked by US Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary and National Institutes of Health Director Dr. Jay Bhattacharya. “As of today, the Covid vaccine for healthy children and healthy pregnant women has…