The National Assembly Committee on Cohesion and Equal Opportunities on Thursday turned away the Commissioner General of the Kenya Prisons Service, Patrick Arunduh, for failing to provide documents to support his submissions on employment diversity. The session, chaired by Nyeri Town MP Duncan Mathenge, was cut short after Mr. Arunduh failed to present evidence showing how diversity was factored into recent recruitment exercises. Legislators expressed frustration, noting this was his second appearance before the Committee without the required records. Ndhiwa MP Martin Owino led the criticism, saying the submissions were incomplete. “The Commissioner General is appearing before the Committee for…
Author: David Wafula
The Constitutional Implementation Oversight Committee (CIOC), chaired by Caroli Omondi, has urged the government to roll out clean cooking energy solutions in prisons across the country. This follows the Committee’s inspection of correctional facilities in Kilifi County, where most prisons still rely on firewood for cooking. Omondi said it was urgent to adopt alternatives such as biogas, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), natural gas, and charcoal briquettes. He warned that the continued use of firewood contributes to deforestation, environmental degradation, and health risks for inmates and prison staff. “This move is critical in supporting the government’s broader efforts to reduce environmental…
Jeffrey Wright is an acclaimed American actor and producer with a net worth of $8 million. Known for his versatility across film, television, and stage, Wright has built a reputation as one of the most respected performers of his generation. Jeffrey Wright Net Worth $8 Million Date of Birth December 7, 1965 Place of Birth Washington, D.C. Nationality American Profession Actor, Producer Early Life Jeffrey Wright was born on December 7, 1965, in Washington, D.C. His father, James Jr., passed away when Wright was just a year old, and he was raised by his mother, Barbara, a customs lawyer. After…
Andre Braugher was an Emmy-winning American actor and producer who had a net worth of $6 million at the time of his death. He passed away on December 11, 2023, at the age of 61. Known for his commanding screen presence and versatility, Braugher became one of television’s most respected actors, with celebrated roles in Homicide: Life on the Street, Men of a Certain Age, and Brooklyn Nine-Nine. His career spanned more than three decades across film, television, theater, and voice work. Andre Braugher Net Worth $6 Million Date of Birth July 1, 1962 Place of Birth Chicago, Illinois Nationality…
Khandi Alexander is an American dancer, choreographer, and actress with a net worth of $4 million. Over the years, she has earned acclaim for her versatile performances on both television and film, as well as for her contributions to dance and choreography. Alexander is best recognized for her role as Dr. Alexx Woods in the CBS series CSI: Miami and for her moving performance as Fran Boyd in the HBO miniseries The Corner (2000), which won multiple Emmy Awards and a Peabody Award. Her extensive career includes standout roles in ER, NewsRadio, Scandal, and Treme. Khandi Alexander Net Worth $4…
Erika Alexander is an American actress, producer, and writer with a net worth of $3 million. She is best known for her roles as Pam Tucker on The Cosby Show (1990–1992) and as Maxine Shaw on the hit sitcom Living Single (1993–1998). With more than three decades in the entertainment industry, Alexander has showcased her versatility through television, film, writing, and production. Erika Alexander Net Worth $3 Million Date of Birth November 19, 1969 Place of Birth Winslow, Arizona Nationality American Profession Actress, Producer, and Writer Early Life Erika Rose Alexander was born on November 19, 1969, in Winslow, Arizona,…
Terrence C. Carson, popularly known as T.C. Carson, is an American actor, singer, dancer, and producer with a net worth of $2 million. Over the years, Carson has built a successful career on television, film, and voice acting. He is best recognized for his role as Kyle Barker in the hit Fox sitcom Living Single (1993–1998) and for voicing iconic characters such as Kratos in the God of War video game series (2005–2013) and Mace Windu in Star Wars: The Clone Wars (2008–2014; 2020). Aside from acting, Carson has a strong musical background, having released albums such as Truth (2002),…
Temuera Morrison, MNZM, is a New Zealand actor, director, producer, and musician with an estimated net worth of $5 million. He is best known internationally for his work in the Star Wars franchise, where he portrayed Jango Fett in Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones (2002) and later took on the role of Boba Fett in The Mandalorian (2020) and The Book of Boba Fett (2021). With a career spanning over four decades, Morrison has more than 70 acting credits across film, television, and voice work, along with ventures in directing, producing, and music. Temuera Morrison Net…
Jay Laga’aia, the New Zealand–Australian actor and singer, has an estimated net worth of $6 million. With a career spanning decades in television, film, and music, Laga’aia is best known for his roles in popular TV dramas as well as his appearance in the Star Wars franchise. Jay Laga’aia Net Worth $6 Million Date of Birth Sep 10, 1963 Place of Birth Greater Auckland Profession Actor Singer Early Life Born in Auckland, New Zealand, in September 1963, Jay Laga’aia pursued acting in the 1980s, making his early mark on the television series Heroes, where he starred from 1984 to 1986.…
The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has given Inspector General of Police Japhet Koome seven days to provide a detailed report on the killing of prominent Nairobi lawyer and law lecturer, Professor Mathew Kyalo Mbobu. In a statement on Thursday, September 11, the Office of the DPP joined Kenyans in mourning Mbobu and called for speedy investigations. “While welcoming the DCI’s commitment to secure justice, the DPP has called for an expedited investigation to ensure all critical evidence is identified, collected, and preserved in strict accordance with the law,” the statement read. The DPP directed the Inspector General to fast-track…
Charlie Kirk, the American political activist, author, and media personality, had an estimated net worth of $12 million at the time of his death in September 2025. Known for his outspoken conservative views and influence on college campuses across the United States, Kirk built his career through media, public speaking, and political organizing. Charlie Kirk Net Worth $12 Million Date of Birth October 14, 1993 Place of Birth Orem, Utah, U.S. Nationality American Profession Political Activist, Author, and Media Personality Early Life Born in 1993 in Chicago, Illinois, Charlie Kirk rose to prominence as a right-wing activist during his early…
A new survey by Trends and Insights for Africa (TIFA) shows that a majority of residents in the Mount Kenya region believe their economic situation has worsened since the 2022 General Election. According to the report released on September 11, 85 percent of respondents in Mount Kenya said their economic conditions had deteriorated, the highest proportion in the country. Nairobi followed at 74 percent. By contrast, only 41 percent in the Northern region reported worsening conditions, making it the least affected. At the same time, Northern Kenya recorded the highest proportion of residents reporting improvement at 31 percent – more…
The National Construction Authority (NCA) has evacuated workers from a four-story building under construction in the Gitaru area of Kikuyu Subcounty, Kiambu County, after declaring it unsafe and on the verge of collapse. In a statement on Monday, September 8, NCA Executive Director Maurice Akech said the building was flagged during a routine inspection by the authority’s quality assurance team. “The authority’s preliminary inspection has established that several reinforced concrete columns at ground level are under severe stress, have buckled and are on the verge of total collapse. The current state of the structure presents a significant risk to the…
Kenya has called for restraint and dialogue after an Israeli airstrike in Doha, Qatar, left several people dead and others missing. In a statement on Thursday, September 11, Kenya’s Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs said it was deeply concerned by the attack on a building in Qatar on Tuesday, September 9, 2025. “The attack is not only a clear violation of the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the State of Qatar, but also poses a serious threat to regional and international peace and security,” the ministry said. Kenya added that the strike went against international law and the principles…
Law Society of Kenya (LSK) President Faith Odhiambo has responded to criticism following her appointment as Vice Chair of the Panel of Experts on Compensation of Victims of Demonstrations and Riots. In a statement on X, Odhiambo clarified that she has never participated in the panel’s meetings or activities since her appointment. She emphasized her commitment to the rule of law and respect for the High Court orders that suspended the panel’s operations. “I would like to emphasize that I do not work for the Government of Kenya nor the opposition; my call is to serve the people of Kenya…