Body By Design clinic’s proprietors and a doctor will remain in remand for two weeks after their bond ruling was delayed to April 15. Surgeon Robert Mutula, along with Omnicare Medical Limited owners George Njoroge and Lillian Edna Wanjiru, face manslaughter charges. The three suspects in the alleged manslaughter of Lucy Wambui Kamau will now remain in custody until April 15, 2025, following the court’s directions that a probation report has to be filed before the suspects bail and bond release application is determined. The suspects appeared before Senior Principal Magistrate Samson Temu for their bail and bond release ruling,…
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President Museveni said Thursday, April 3, that he had arrived in the neighbouring South Sudan at the invitation of his South Sudanese counterpart, Salva Kiir. “I have arrived in South Sudan at the invitation of His Excellency Salva Kiir Mayardit. I look forward to our discussions aimed at strengthening bilateral relations and enhancing cooperation between our two nations,” Museveni posted on his X handle. His visit comes hours after African Union mediators arrived in the youngest nation’s capital Juba on Wednesday for talks aimed at averting a new civil war after First Vice President Riek Machar was placed under house…
Thousands of Haitians marched through the streets of the country’s volatile capital on Wednesday, defying tear gas and gangs as they vented their anger against the surge in gang violence and demanded the resignation of the country’s transitional authorities and the head of the Haiti National Police. During the massive protest, demonstrators brandished machetes and firearms. Others waved tree branches and red and black flags, once the symbol of the Duvalier dictatorship, but which has since become associated with other forces in Haiti. Protesters burned tires and blocked roads as they traveled down from Pétion-Ville and up from Delmas to…
There was drama in Court when two top Presbyterian Church of East Africa (PCEA) officials differed sharply in a contempt of court case against them. Secretary General Rev Robert Waihenya admitted to have been served with injunction barring him and the General Assembly Moderator Thegu Mutahi from installing Honorary Treasurer David Ndumo in April 2024. But Mutahi was vehement in his denial of ever being served in spite of the Court Process Server Josphat Mutunga giving evidence under oath that he served him by way of WhatsApp after the former became evasive and unavailable for personal and physical service. Waihenya…
President Donald Trump has unveiled a comprehensive set of “reciprocal tariffs,” imposing new import duties on a wide array of countries. Announced on April 2, 2025, during a speech dubbed “Liberation Day,” these tariffs are positioned as a declaration of economic independence aimed at addressing longstanding trade imbalances and revitalizing domestic industries. Baseline Tariff: A universal 10% tariff will be applied to all imports entering the United States. Country-Specific Tariffs: Certain nations face significantly higher tariffs based on perceived trade disparities: Japan: 24% United Kingdom: 10% Vietnam: 46% Switzerland: 31% India: 26% South Korea: 25% Thailand: 36% Taiwan: 32% Indonesia:…
Police are under firm instructions to rein in on emerging criminal gangs in parts of the country, Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretray (CS) Kipchumba Murkomen said Wednesday. Responding to questions from members when he appeared at the plenary of the National Assembly, the CS commended the good work that has been done by Operation Maliza Usalama (OMU) – Multi-agency security team deployed in North Rift region to flush out bandits and deal with emerging crimes. He however noted on a rise of gangs in certain parts of the country, stated that the government is committed to addressing it. “Gang-related…
DOGE’s days appear to be numbered. Elon Musk recently suggested that he will be done with his work in the near future. President Donald Trump told reporters this week that “at some point, he’s going to be going back” to running his companies. As far as the Department of Government Efficiency, Trump said “it will end.” All of that talk was before Musk faced a setback Tuesday in Wisconsin, where voters rejected his choice for a state Supreme Court candidate despite more than $21 million in personal donations and his campaign appearance over the weekend. There are more problems for…
British band Muse have scrapped a concert in Istanbul after the concert promoter insulted anti-government protesters, prompting pressure from fans and local artists. The band said it fully respected the concerns of fans, after promoter Abdulkadir Ozkan had denounced some opposition protesters’ acts as treason. He later expressed regret for any “misunderstanding”. Turkey has been gripped by protests following the arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu on 19 March over corruption charges, which he denies. The popular opposition mayor was due to run for the presidency in 2028 elections. His supporters see his arrest as a political move by President…
Parents will be able to block their children from specific games and experiences on Roblox as part of new safety measures announced by the hugely popular gaming platform. They will also be able to block or report their children’s friends, and the platform will provide more information about which games young users are playing. The measures will only apply to children who are under the age of 13 and have parental controls set up on their accounts. The announcements comes after the CEO of Roblox, Dave Baszucki told the BBC that parents should keep their children off the platform if…
Niger’s military leaders have released more than 50 detainees, including former ministers in the government they toppled in 2023. Among them are the former ministers of defence, oil and finance, as well as several senior army officers, convicted or accused of plotting previous coups. Ousted President Mohamed Bazoum, who has been under house arrest since the 2023 military takeover, was not on the list of those released despite international calls for him to be freed. When the BBC asked about President Bazoum’s continued detention, Justice Minister Aliyou Daouda cited “national security and sovereignty” concerns. “The question of his release is…
After spending eight years in jail, a Nigerian televangelist accused of raping young women from his South African church has been found not guilty of all charges. Timothy Omotoso had denied the 32 charges in a trial that was broadcast live and gained huge interest across the country. In 2018, one witness told the court she had been raped by the pastor – who ran a church in the city of Port Elizabeth – when she was 14 years old. When delivering the verdict on Wednesday, the judge presiding over the trial said that Mr Omotoso had been found not…
Tesla sales have plummeted to their lowest level in three years after a backlash against its boss Elon Musk. The electric car maker delivered almost 337,000 electric vehicles in the first three months of 2025, a 13% drop from a year ago. Tesla shares tumbled in early trading on Wednesday after the release of the unexpectedly low sales numbers. The cars face increasing competition from Chinese firm BYD, but experts believe Musk’s controversial role in the Trump administration have had an effect too. The firm has blamed the drop on the transition to a new version of its most popular…
In the dynamic business development landscape, entrepreneurs are constantly seeking innovative avenues to propel their enterprises towards success. One often overlooked yet highly lucrative opportunity lies within car auctions. Contrary to popular belief, these auctions aren’t just treasure troves for automotive enthusiasts; they serve as fertile ground for astute business owners to unearth hidden gems and drive significant growth. Join us as we delve into the intricacies of mastering the art of car auctions to transform your business from a junkyard into a goldmine! A Better Bid Auction: Revolutionizing Vehicle Procurement Amidst the plethora of car auction platforms, A Better Bid…
Hundreds of federal health workers early on Tuesday learned their jobs had been cut, with many turned away at their office building doors, as the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) plunged ahead on a mass restructuring. Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr announced last week that 10,000 employees would be let go and, with voluntary departures, the department would reduce its staffing ranks from 80,000 to 60,000. Tuesday’s layoffs included several top officials, and swept through agencies that oversee the country’s food and drug safety as well as those that fight disease. President Donald Trump has worked since…
Canadian member of parliament Paul Chiang has quit as a Liberal Party candidate over comments he made suggesting a political rival should be turned over to the Chinese consulate in return for a bounty. Tay, who is running for the Conservatives in the 28 April federal election, is one of a number of overseas activists who have been targeted by Hong Kong police for allegedly breaking the city’s national security law. Chiang said he is withdrawing from the race to avoid “distractions in this critical moment”. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, who had previously defended Chiang, said on Tuesday he…