Former Bungoma Governor Wycliffe Wangamati was Friday grilled by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) over the alleged theft of public funds in the devolved unit during his tenure. Wangamati is accused of awarding road construction tenders worth Sh70 million to companies linked to him and his five brothers during the financial years 2017/18 and 2021/22. Wangamati appeared before investigators at EACC’s Regional Offices in Bungoma where he recorded a statement. The ex-Governor is under investigation alongside Webuye West Member of Parliament Daniel Wanyama, who recorded his statement at EACC headquarters in Nairobi on Tuesday, April 1, 2025. The investigation…
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The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) secured a significant legal victory after the Supreme Court reinstated a life sentence for Evans Nyamari Ayako. This indicates the overturning a Court of Appeal decision that had reduced the same sentence to 30 years. In a judgment delivered Friday, the Supreme Court upheld the original life sentence imposed on Evans, who was convicted for defiling a minor in 2011. This ruling marks a major win for the DPP who had challenged the Court of Appeal’s decision on constitutional and legal grounds. Ayacko was initially arraigned before the Senior Principal Magistrate’s Court in Ogembo…
A military probe concluded that engine malfunction caused the chopper crash that killed the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Gen Francis Ogolla and other officers. In a report released, the Ministry of Defence said that the Huey Helicopter KAF 1501 was assessed to have had a relatively high level of reliability, having conducted several operational and training missions, including VIP flights. “Based on facts and evidence gathered, and indicated in the findings above, the Board of Inquiry is of the opinion that the Bell UH-1H-II (Huey) Helicopter KAF 1501 crashed due to Engine Malfunction.” “Further, the flight was operated by…
JPMorgan Chase (JPM) CEO Jamie Dimon warned Friday that the economy faces “considerable turbulence” even as his bank reported a rise in first-quarter profits, and said “we continue to believe it is prudent to maintain excess capital and ample liquidity in this environment.” The bank’s earnings of $14.64 billion rose 9% from the year-ago quarter, but it also set aside 75% more provisions to cover future loan losses — a sign that it expects borrowers to run into more problems ahead. Dimon said investment banking “clients have become more cautious amid an increase in market volatility driven by geopolitical and…
The head of the US military base in Greenland has been fired after she reportedly sent an email distancing herself from Vice-President JD Vance’s criticism of Denmark. The US military’s Space Operations Command said Col Susannah Meyers had been removed from her role at Pituffik Space Base due to a “loss of confidence in her ability to lead”. Last month, Vance said Denmark had “not done a good job” for Greenlanders and had not spent enough on security while visiting the Danish territory. The alleged email, released by a military news site, told staff Vance’s comments were “not reflective” of…
President William Ruto Friday expressed satisfaction with the progress in the construction of the world-class Nairobi’s Talanta Sports City that will significantly elevate the country’s sports profile. He said 3,300 workers have been hired at the stadium, with 2,000 working during the day, while 1,300 are engaged at night in the 60,000-seater facility. “With this pace, the Talanta Sports City, with a football pitch while outside the stadium is an athletic field and rugby training grounds, will be ready by December 2025,” he said when he visited the facility on Friday. Ruto pointed out that investment in physical infrastructure, including…
Government is almost halfway through the implementation of the reforms recommended by the Maraga Taskforce for the National Police Service (NPS), Kenya Prisons Service (KPS), and National Youth Service (NYS). Interior Principal Secretary Dr Raymond Omollo said the National Police Service is leading the process, having fully implemented 47.2 percent of the reforms. “The KPS and NYS have each completed 42.9 percent of the proposed changes, with the remainder in progress. The NPS has already rolled out a comprehensive medical insurance scheme, which includes a mental health care plan for all officers and their dependents.” “In addition, all officers are…
Ms. Rachel, the renowned children’s educator and YouTube personality, has recently welcomed a baby girl named Susannah. On April 8, 2025, Ms. Rachel, whose real name is Rachel Griffin Accurso, shared the joyful news with her followers on Instagram, stating, “We welcomed sweet baby Susannah into the world! We are so in love!” Due to medical reasons, Ms. Rachel was unable to carry this pregnancy and, along with her husband Aron Accurso, opted for surrogacy. They are already parents to a 7-year-old son named Thomas. The couple expressed deep gratitude to their surrogate for giving them “the most precious…
Two American Airlines jet had a minor collision on the runway at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport – just three months after a deadly crash near there. The Federal Aviation Administration said the wingtip of one aircraft struck another on Thursday afternoon. At least two members of Congress were aboard one of the jets. Nick LaLota, a New York Republican, said no-one was hurt when the wing of their stationary plane was “bumped” by another jet. Sixty-seven people died on 29 January when an Army helicopter collided in midair with a jetliner as it landed at the same airport. LaLota…
The U.S. House on Thursday approved legislation requiring documentary proof of U.S. citizenship for anyone registering to vote, something voting rights group have warned could disenfranchise millions of Americans. The requirement has been a top election-related priority for President Donald Trump and House Republicans, who argue it’s needed to eliminate instances of noncitizen voting, which is already rare and, as numerous state caseshave shown, is typically a mistake rather than part of a coordinated attempt to subvert an election. It’s already illegal under federal law for people who are not U.S. citizens to cast ballots and can lead to felony…
Michelle Obama has spoken out against rumours that her marriage to Barack Obama might be in trouble. The former first lady has not accompanied her husband to several high-profile events – including Donald Trump’s inauguration and the funeral of former President Jimmy Carter – fuelling speculation that they might be separating. Without explicitly mentioning these occasions, Mrs Obama told the Work in Progress podcast hosted by actress Sophia Bush that she was now in a position to control her own calendar as a “grown woman”. She said that people were not able to believe that she was “making a decision”…
If you follow the NBA, you know that trades can shake up the entire landscape of a season. One minute, a star player is on one team, and the next, they’re wearing a new jersey in a completely different city. Fans go wild, analysts start breaking down every detail, and everyone waits to see if the trade will make a team better—or worse. But the big question remains: Do NBA trades actually work? Do they help teams get closer to a championship, or do they end up disrupting everything? Chemistry: It’s All About the Vibe One of the trickiest parts…
Social media networks have transformed the way we communicate in the digital era of today. These platforms bring together people from all around the world, making it easier and faster to exchange information, files, and other data. However, this connectivity is a double-edged sword that also creates new opportunities for cybercriminals and all sorts of wrongdoers. Disgraceful individuals often refer to social media sextortion as a means to an end: shaming victims, controlling their lives, and coercing them to meet their malicious demands. This troubling scam scheme is becoming widely adopted by organized online crime groups, so it would be…
In today’s fast-paced, digital-first world, the fintech industry is experiencing significant growth. As financial technology continues to transform how people manage their money, pay for services, and make investments, companies in the sector are facing increased competition. For fintech companies, digital marketing, especially search engine optimization (SEO), has become a critical tool for gaining visibility, attracting the right customers, and driving growth. Fintech companies, whether they offer personal finance apps, digital banking services, or investment platforms, operate in a crowded and competitive marketplace. This is why SEO plays a crucial role in helping them stand out. SEO enables fintech companies…
President William Ruto’s lawyer Katwa Kigen withdrew from the ongoing interviews for the position of commissioner of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC). Kigen, who was slated to appear before the IEBC selection panel on Thursday, cited the need to avoid unnecessary attention that could distract from the commission’s core mandate. Kigen represented Ruto during the 2022 presidential petition at the Supreme Court and was part of his International Criminal Court defence. His candidacy had raised impartiality concerns due to his close ties with the president. His decision to step back comes amid growing scrutiny over potential conflicts of…