The Government of Kenya has reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding wildlife as a strategic national asset following the passing-out parade of 250 newly trained Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) officers. This happened at the KWS Law Enforcement Academy in Manyani, Taita Taveta County. KWS said the graduation underscores the government’s recognition of wildlife as a pillar of national sovereignty, security, climate resilience and economic transformation, with KWS officers serving on the frontlines of protecting ecosystems, communities and Kenya’s tourism economy. The colourful ceremony was presided over Deputy President Prof. Kithure Kindiki and marked the graduation of 147 Cadet Officers, who completed…
Author: David Wafula
The Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs has confirmed that 119 Kenyans have been successfully repatriated from illegal online scam compounds in Myanmar. In a statement issued on Monday, December 2025, the ministry said the rescue followed recent raids by Myanmar authorities and rebel groups targeting criminal syndicates operating in remote border areas of Karen State, near the Thailand border. According to the ministry, the criminal groups had set up scam compounds where workers from different countries, including Kenya, were recruited under false job promises. The victims were forced to engage in online fraud. Some of the compounds were reportedly…
Police officers in Kakamega County have arrested one person and recovered narcotic drugs valued at about Sh1.4 million following an operation along the Kisumu–Kakamega Road. In a statement on Monday, police said the drugs were seized during an intelligence-led operation in which officers stopped and searched a public service vehicle. During the search, officers recovered a large consignment of dry green plant material suspected to be Cannabis sativa. The drugs were hidden in several bags and a sack and packed into multiple bales. The recovered narcotics weighed approximately 48 kilograms and have an estimated street value of Sh1.4 million. One…
The Ministry of Health has announced strict measures to regulate the sale of Sildenafil, commonly known as Viagra or the Blue Pill, following a Citizen TV documentary highlighting misuse of the drug. In a statement on Monday, December 22, Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni said Sildenafil is strictly prescription-only and should not be sold over the counter. “The drug increases the risk of life-threatening events such as heart attack and stroke; patients should consult a doctor or pharmacist before use,” Muthoni warned. She explained that the tablets are mainly used to treat erectile dysfunction (ED) in men and pulmonary arterial…
The government has imposed a dusk-to-dawn curfew in Trans Mara East and South in Narok County following violent clashes that have left at least seven people dead and more than 120 homes burnt. Hundreds of residents have been displaced. In a gazette notice dated December 19, 2025, Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen declared parts of Trans Mara West and Trans Mara South as security-disturbed and dangerous. Affected areas include Nkaroru in Trans Mara West, and in Trans Mara South: Oldonyo-Orok, Siteti, Ololoma, Corner, Ratiki, Isokon, Kerinkani, Kondamet, Olkiloriti, Angata Barakoi, Kapkeres, Lolgorian Town, Mashangwe, and Sachangwan. Deputy Inspector General of…
Rachel Brosnahan is an American actress with an estimated net worth of $25 million. She rose to international fame for her starring role as Miriam “Midge” Maisel on Amazon Prime Video’s hit series The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, a performance that earned her some of the industry’s top honors, including a Primetime Emmy Award and two Golden Globe Awards. Over the years, Brosnahan has transformed critical acclaim into major financial success through television salaries, film roles, producing deals, and stage work. Her career reached another milestone when she was cast as Lois Lane in the DC Universe’s 2025 Superman reboot. Rachel…
Bebe Neuwirth is an American actress, singer, and musician with an estimated net worth of $10 million. She has built her fortune through a highly successful career in television, film, and Broadway, spanning more than four decades. Neuwirth is best known for her iconic role as Dr. Lilith Sternin-Crane on Cheers and its spin-off Frasier. Her sharp, deadpan performance earned her two Emmy Awards and made Lilith one of television’s most memorable supporting characters. Beyond sitcom fame, Neuwirth has enjoyed long-running roles on acclaimed dramas such as Madam Secretary and Julia, while maintaining a celebrated career on the Broadway stage.…
Marin Hinkle is a Tanzanian-born American actress with an estimated net worth of $4 million. She has earned her wealth through a successful career in television, film, and theater, spanning nearly three decades. Hinkle is best known for her roles as Judith Harper-Melnick on the long-running CBS sitcom Two and a Half Men and Rose Weissman on Amazon Prime Video’s hit series The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. Her performance on Mrs. Maisel earned her two consecutive Emmy Award nominations, further elevating her career and earning power. Marin Hinkle Net Worth $4 Million Date of Birth March 23, 1966 Place of Birth…
Melanie Lynskey is a New Zealand-born actress with an estimated net worth of $5 million. She has built her wealth through a long and consistent acting career spanning film, television, and voice work, with more than three decades in the entertainment industry. Lynskey is best known for her roles as Rose Harper on the hit CBS sitcom Two and a Half Men, Shauna Shipman on Showtime’s critically acclaimed drama Yellowjackets, and Betty Gore in Hulu’s true-crime miniseries Candy. Her recent success on prestige television has significantly boosted both her profile and earnings. Melanie Lynskey Net Worth $5 Million Date of…
Cristin Milioti is an American actress and singer with an estimated net worth of $6 million. Known for her versatility across Broadway, film, and prestige television, Milioti has built her wealth through acclaimed performances on stage and screen, culminating in a major career milestone with her Emmy Award win for HBO’s “The Penguin.” Milioti first gained widespread attention on Broadway, where she starred in productions such as “The Lieutenant of Inishmore,” “Coram Boy,” and “Once.” Her performance in “Once” earned her a Tony Award nomination for Best Actress in a Musical and a Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album.…
Giancarlo Esposito is a Danish-born American actor and director with an estimated net worth of $4 million. He is best known for his chilling portrayal of Gustavo “Gus” Fring on the hit AMC series “Breaking Bad” and its critically acclaimed spin-off “Better Call Saul.” Despite his current success, Esposito’s financial journey has included significant hardship, making his rise one of the more compelling stories in Hollywood. In recent interviews, Esposito revealed that during the late 2000s, his finances deteriorated so severely that a bank was preparing to foreclose on his Connecticut home. At the time, he was living beyond his…
Aaron Paul is an American actor, producer, and director with an estimated net worth of $30 million. He is best known for his Emmy-winning performance as Jesse Pinkman on the critically acclaimed AMC series “Breaking Bad,” a role that made him one of the most recognizable and celebrated supporting actors in television history. Paul’s emotionally charged portrayal of Jesse earned him three Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series, making him one of the few actors to win the category multiple times for the same role. His success on “Breaking Bad” laid the foundation for a…
Bryan Cranston is an American actor, writer, director, and producer with an estimated net worth of $40 million. He is best known worldwide for portraying Walter White on the critically acclaimed AMC series “Breaking Bad” (2008–2013), a role that earned him four Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series. Before his dramatic breakthrough, Cranston was widely recognized for his comedic role as Hal, the well-meaning father on the Fox sitcom “Malcolm in the Middle” (2000–2006). In recent years, he starred as Judge Michael Desiato on Showtime’s legal drama “Your Honor” (2020–2023), further cementing his reputation as…
Al-Shabaab has released a video showing Kenyan United Nations worker Ambrose Kimiti pleading for help from the UN Secretary-General, President William Ruto, and the Kenyan public. In the video, seen by Kahawa Tungu, Kimiti said he has been held captive by the militant group for more than one and a half years. “To UN Secretary General António Guterres, and to the President of the Republic of Kenya Dr. William Samoe Ruto, and the people of Kenya: My name is Ambrose Kimiti, a Kenyan medic working with the United Nations Mission supporting Somalia as part of its aeromedical evacuation team. I…
Detectives from Igembe South, Igembe North, and Mutuati sub-counties have arrested a National Police Reserve (NPR) officer and recovered an AK-47 rifle linked to a series of robberies in the Kirindine area of Igembe South. The suspect is believed to be part of a larger gang involved in a violent robbery at Kirindini Shopping Centre on December 19, 2025. In a statement, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) said that following crucial leads, officers tracked the suspect to the villages of Kina Meru, Kiutine, and Kina-Duba, where he was apprehended. During questioning, the officer revealed the location of a buried…