Ronnie Dunn is an American country music singer, songwriter and record executive who has an estimated net worth of $45 million. He built his wealth through decades of success in country music, first as one half of the celebrated duo Brooks & Dunn and later through his solo recording career. Dunn and Kix Brooks became two of the biggest names in country music after forming Brooks & Dunn in 1990. Their partnership produced a long list of chart-topping songs, including “Boot Scootin’ Boogie,” “Neon Moon,” “My Maria,” “Ain’t Nothing ’bout You” and “Only in America.” The duo’s commercial success, touring…
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Anthony Johnson was an American actor and comedian who had an estimated net worth of $100,000 at the time of his death in 2021. Johnson, who was also known professionally as A.J. Johnson, built a career spanning film, television and comedy. He was best known for playing Ezal in the 1995 comedy film Friday, where he appeared alongside Ice Cube and Chris Tucker. The role became one of the most recognizable performances of his career and helped establish Johnson as a familiar face in American comedy. Throughout his career, Johnson appeared in dozens of films and television shows. His credits…
Yo Yo is an American hip hop artist, actress, and entrepreneur who has an estimated net worth of $2 million. Born Yolanda Whitaker in Compton, California, Yo Yo built her career in music during the early 1990s before expanding into acting and other entertainment ventures. A protégé of West Coast rap pioneer Ice Cube, Yo Yo became known for combining hip hop with messages focused on female empowerment. She was also associated with the Intelligent Black Woman’s Coalition, commonly known as IBWC, a group centered on promoting the interests and voices of Black women. Yo Yo released her debut album,…
Rainfall is expected in several parts of Kenya over the next seven days, with the Coast, Northeastern, Western, Central and parts of the Rift Valley regions likely to receive the highest amounts. According to the Kenya Meteorological Department, the forecast covers the period from September 22 to 28, 2026. Counties expected to experience rainfall include Kwale, Mombasa, Kilifi, Tana River, Lamu, Garissa, Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Murang’a, Nairobi, Nyandarua, Nyeri, Tharaka-Nithi, Kitui, Makueni, Narok, Baringo and Bomet. Other areas expected to receive rainfall are Bungoma, Busia, Elgeyo-Marakwet, Homa Bay, Kakamega, Kericho, Kisii, Kisumu, Migori, Nakuru, Nandi, Nyamira, Siaya, Trans Nzoia, Uasin…
Two suspects have been arrested after police intercepted a vehicle transporting uncustomed sugar allegedly smuggled into Kenya through an ungazetted border route along the Kenya-Uganda border. The suspects were arrested by officers from Busia Police Station during a patrol in Busia Township. In a statement on Tuesday, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) identified the suspects as Abdi Ahmed, 31, and Said Mustafa, 24. The officers reportedly flagged down their Toyota Probox, registration number KDJ 561V, at the Velasco area. A search of the vehicle led to the recovery of 30 bags of sugar, each weighing 50 kilogrammes. The DCI…
A suspected SIM-swap fraudster targeting members of the public, particularly the elderly, under the guise of conducting Social Health Authority (SHA) registration has been arrested in Kilifi. The suspect was arrested following a joint intelligence-led operation by detectives from Kilifi South and Nyali. In a statement on Tuesday, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) said the operation followed intelligence indicating that a woman and two men had been moving around Mwea, Machakos, Kitui, Mwingi and other areas while posing as government employees conducting SHA registration. The suspects allegedly used the registration exercise to obtain personal information from unsuspecting members of…
Three more suspects have been arrested in Nairobi and Kiambu counties in connection with the vandalism of a Kenya Power transmission tower in Ngubi, Naivasha. Kenya Power said the latest arrests followed investigations into the vandalism and collapse of transmission tower 1052 along the Naivasha-Juja 132kV double-circuit line. In a statement on Tuesday, the utility company identified the suspects as James Njenga, Shadrack Mwangi and Ruben Kipkoech Ngetich. The three were apprehended by Kenya Power’s Central and North Eastern security teams following leads obtained from two suspects arrested on Monday, September 21, 2026. The suspects were arrested during operations targeting…
The Public Service Commission (PSC) has advertised several job opportunities in universities, ministries and government departments. In a notice issued on Tuesday, the commission announced vacancies for Deputy Vice Chancellor, Administration and Finance, and Deputy Vice Chancellor, Academic and Student Affairs at Kenyatta University. The PSC also advertised the position of Principal at Makueni University and re-advertised the position of Vice Chancellor at Bomet University. At the Cabinet Affairs department, the commission is recruiting for the positions of Secretary, Cabinet Affairs/Special Programmes; Director, Cabinet Affairs/Special Programmes; Deputy Director, Cabinet Affairs/Special Programmes; and Programme Officer. The commission has also advertised the…
The Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD) has advertised several senior job positions as it seeks to strengthen its workforce. In a notice issued on Tuesday, KICD announced vacancies for Senior Deputy Director, Corporate Services; Senior Deputy Director, Research, Quality Assurance and Consultancy; Deputy Director, Human Resource Management and Development; Assistant Director, Printing and Publishing; Assistant Director, Quality Assurance; Assistant Director, Supply Chain Management; Principal Security Officer; Principal Human Resource Management and Development Officer; Principal Producer (TV); Principal Planning Officer; Principal Officer, Administrator; Assistant Studio Technical Operator III; and Assistant Printing and Publishing Technician III. The institution has advertised one…
Makueni University College has advertised several job opportunities across different departments, with applicants required to submit their applications by October 16, 2026. In a notice issued on Tuesday, the university announced vacancies for Registrar, Academics and Students Affairs, Assistant Registrar, Academic and Student Affairs, Lecturers, Tutorial Fellows, Human Resource Management Officer, Accounts Assistant, Accountant, Senior Internal Auditor and Office Administrator. Applicants are required to submit five copies of their applications. The applications should include a letter clearly indicating the position and reference number of the position applied for, a Curriculum Vitae with contacts of at least three referees, a copy…
The National Youth Service (NYS) has announced job opportunities for religious leaders, including chaplains and Maalims. In a notice issued on Tuesday, NYS announced three positions each for Catholic Chaplains and Protestant Chaplains. The service also announced two positions each for Seventh Day Adventist Chaplains and Maalims. Applicants must be Kenyan citizens with a valid National Identity Card and Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) PIN Certificate. They must be aged between 27 and 36 years, have no criminal record and be medically fit. Applicants must also meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution, which sets out standards on leadership…
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has issued a fresh notice to customs agents whose licences are set to expire at the end of 2026. KRA said the licences will expire on December 31, 2026, except for three-year Authorised Economic Operators (AEO) licences. The tax authority reminded customs agents that provisions governing the licensing of customs agents are contained in Section 145 of the East African Community Customs Management Act, 2004, and Regulations 149 to 152 of the East African Community Customs Management Regulations, 2010. KRA said all licensed customs agents seeking renewal are required to submit their applications through the…
The Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC) has issued a fresh notice to health institutions and healthcare providers over the performance of major invasive procedures by unqualified personnel. In a notice on Tuesday, KMPDC Chief Executive Officer Dr David Kariuki reminded health institutions that all major invasive procedures must only be performed by medical and dental practitioners who are duly registered and licensed by the Council. The practitioners must also operate within the scope of their registration and hold a valid practising licence. Kariuki said the requirement is intended to protect patients, promote quality healthcare and ensure accountability within…
Don Adams had an estimated net worth of $4 million at the time of his death in 2005, equivalent to roughly $6 million in today’s dollars. The American actor and comedian built his wealth through a long career in television, comedy, acting and voice work. Adams became one of television’s most recognizable comedy stars after taking on the role of bumbling secret agent Maxwell Smart in the hit sitcom Get Smart. The series, created by Mel Brooks and Buck Henry, became a major success and earned Adams several Emmy nominations and two wins. Beyond Get Smart, Adams developed a successful…
Buck Henry had an estimated net worth of $3 million at the time of his death in 2020. The American actor, screenwriter, director and comedian built his career across film, television and theater over several decades. Henry was best known for co-creating the hit television comedy series Get Smart with Mel Brooks and co-writing the screenplay for Mike Nichols’ acclaimed 1967 film The Graduate. He also wrote Catch-22 and The Day of the Dolphin and co-directed the 1978 comedy Heaven Can Wait with Warren Beatty. As an actor, Henry appeared in numerous films and television programs, including Taking Off, The…