Milimani chief magistrate court has detained Popular TikToker Maria Rish Kamunge at Capital Hill police station until Friday March 28 when the court will determine whether to release her or not. The prosecution requested the court to grant them seven days custodial order to conclude investigations against Kamunge before making decision whether to charge her. In a miscellaneous application filed before Chief Magistrate Lucas Onyina, the prosecution informed court that police are investigating Kamunge for the offence of obtaining money by false pretences. According to the prosecution, Kamunge was arrested by protesting members of the public after various complaints were…
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Conflicts in Ethiopia, Sudan, and South Sudan could trigger an influx of refugees, arms and drug trafficking, and cross-border crime, National Intelligence Service (NIS) Director General Noordin Haji said Thursday. He said the conflicts need to be addressed amicably. “These developments are straining our resources and complicating our efforts to promote integration and peace. The instability of our neighbours directly impacts our own safety and prosperity,” said Haji. Haji said corruption is one of the factors fuelling nearly every security challenge Kenya is facing, adding that if it is not tackled, it will weaken governance and allow criminal networks, terrorist…
Tens of thousands of online users expressed frustration after major social media sites Reddit and X went down. The outages occurred on Thursday afternoon, with almost 35,000 people Reddit users affected, according to monitoring site Downdetector.com. Those attempting to log in to the platform reported receiving a message reading, “This page isn’t working right now.” 47 percent of users reported issues with the Reddit app, and 42 percent with the website, while 11 percent reported server connection issues. Many sought to make light of the situation, with one user posting online: “wtf am i supposed to read while im eating…”…
Six people have died after a tourist submarine sank in Egypt’s Red Sea. Local officials say 39 others were rescued after the vessel sank at around 10:00 local time. Unconfirmed reports suggested the vessel hit a reef and lost pressure. Two married doctors are among those who have died and their daughters remain in hospital, authorities said. A Russian official said that two others who died were children, according to Tass, Russia’s state-owned news agency. This is the second incident involving a tourist vessel in the Red Sea in recent months. In November, a boat capsized near Marsa Allam, which…
President Donald Trump has pulled the nomination of New York Rep Elise Stefanik to serve as the US ambassador to the United Nations. Announcing his decision in a post on social media, Trump said it was essential that Stefanik retain her seat in the House of Representatives to protect Republicans’ razor-thin majority. “I don’t want to take a chance on anyone else running for Elise’s seat,” Trump wrote on Truth Social. “The people love Elise and, with her, we have nothing to worry about come Election Day. There are others that can do a good job at the United Nations.”…
Germany has said it “will not give in” and that Europe must “respond firmly” as US President Donald Trump targets imported cars and car parts with a 25% tax in his latest tariffs. Other major world economies have vowed to retaliate, with France’s president branding the move “a waste of time” and “incoherent”, Canada calling it a “direct attack”, and China accusing Washington of violating international trade rules. Carmaker stocks from Japan to Germany dipped. In the US, General Motors dropped 7%, while Ford fell more than 2%. Trump has threatened to impose “far larger” tariffs if Europe works with…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua Thursday called on Kenyans to support his new political party, set to be launched in May this year. He promised it will be the best alternative to the ruling Kenya Kwanza. Gachagua said the party will field candidates for all positions, with the goal of sending the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) packing. Gachagua revealed that the new party will have strong leadership from Kajiado, with the national chairman hailing from the county. “We are launching a political party and people from Kajiado will lead it. We will announce the formation in May this year and…
Palestinian militant group Hamas said an Israeli air strike on Thursday killed one of its spokesmen in Gaza the Israeli military accused of spreading “psychological terror” through social media. The military said that “overnight, (the army and air force) conducted a strike in northern Gaza,” killing Abdul Latif al-Qanou. It called Qanou “one of Hamas’ key inciters”, who used social media “for propaganda purposes, psychological terror,” and for “inciting terrorist activities” against Israel. The military, which resumed its offensive in Gaza on March 18, added it would continue operations “to dismantle Hamas’s governmental and military capabilities”. Hamas said earlier it…
Moving to the United States as a non-resident can be both exciting and overwhelming. Whether you’re coming for work, study, or personal reasons, it’s essential to understand how to navigate various aspects of life in the U.S. from a legal, financial, and cultural standpoint. This guide provides key tips for non-residents to ensure they stay on the right track and make their transition as smooth as possible. 1. Understanding Your Legal Status Before you can fully settle into life in the U.S., it’s crucial to understand your legal status. Non-residents typically fall into two categories: those with visas and those…
Sometimes, you need extra cash fast. Whether it’s for an unexpected expense, a savings goal, or just to boost your financial stability. The good news? There are plenty of creative ways to make money in a short time. From side hustles to some fun challenges, here are some of the best ways you can quickly grow your bank account. Try the Envelope Challenge One of the most effective (and fun) ways to save money quickly is the 100 envelope challenge. This viral savings challenge involves getting exactly 100 envelopes and labeling them all with numbers from 1 to 100. You’ll…
Instilling sound money habits in children from a young age can set them up for financial success later in life. This applies for your children, those you foster, or those you care for as a grandparent. Here are some tips on teaching financial responsibility tailored to different age groups. Ages 4-7: Start with the Basics Even young children can grasp basic money concepts. At this age, focus on: Saving – Encourage them to save a portion of any pocket money in a piggy bank. Praise them when they do. Explain that saving helps them afford larger items later. Earning -…
Data Science is still one of the most required fields in tech as companies in all industries use data to shape decision-making and innovation. The rapid growth of skilled data scientists is predicted to be exponential by 2025 and you should be ahead of the curve. Earning a Data Science certification or taking up Data Science courses can help you to greatly improve your job prospects after completing your education, be it as a new graduate, as a student, or as a working professional looking to upskill. In this article, we will discuss the certifications and courses that will help you grow in…
President William Ruto Thursday tapped former Prime Minister Raila Odinga as Kenya’s special envoy to South Sudan following the arrest of First Vice President and opposition leader Riek Machar and his wife Angelina Teny, who is also the country’s Interior Minister. He is expected to depart first thing on Friday as part of efforts to avert another civil war. News of the arrest of Riek Machar – the leader of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement In Opposition (SPLM-IO) – on Wednesday was met with an immediate and resounding response from the international community as it moves to forestall another civil…
A Kenyan national identified as John Kipkemoi was charged with possessing almost 14 kilos of cocaine after police arrest at Guildford, Sydney, Australia. The man was busted with the cocaine in his car after police stopped him for driving over the speed limit in Sydney’s west. He also $1600 cash at Guildford and will remain behind bars on remand following his arrest last week, local media reported. The local authorities are investigating the source of the drugs valued at about Sh70 million. It is not clear how long the suspect has been in Sydney. Elsewhere, two men were sentenced by…
Internal and National Administration Cabinet Secretary (CS) Kipchumba Murkomen Thursday announced the formation of a second operations command unit and declared a full-scale security operation at Mukokodo forest to flush out bandits in Laikipia County. Murkomen announced the establishment of a new police command, the second Operation Maliza Uhalifu (OMU) in Laikipia County. He also put on notice politicians aiding banditry and fueling insecurity in Kerio Valley, warning that they will face full force of the law. According to Murkomen, OMU Two will have its command Centre in Kirimon in Laikipia County tasked to deal with the emerging crimes in…