AFC Leopards has appointed Caroline Walusaga as the Acting Secretary General following the announcement that the current officeholder. In a statement released on Tuesday, the club said, “The National Executive Committee hereby appoints Caroline Walusaga, one of our co-opted members, as the Acting Secretary General.” The club added that Walusaga will serve in the role until the current term ends. Former SG Gilbert Andugu, who was elected in June 2022, confirmed that he will step down from his position ahead of the club’s elections scheduled for June. He cited personal reasons for his decision to exit the leadership. “I’ve given…
Author: David Wafula
President William Ruto has officially handed over 1,080 completed houses under the Affordable Housing Program at the New Mukuru Housing Estate in Nairobi. The homes are part of a larger project that will deliver 13,248 housing units, making it the biggest real estate development in Kenya’s history. “This is the most important day in my political journey. Today, we are not just giving people houses — we are giving them homes,” President Ruto said during the handover ceremony. He described the Mukuru project as a major step forward in the government’s plan to provide decent and affordable housing to Kenyans,…
The Senate’s Standing Committee on Finance and Budget has questioned Kitui Governor Dr. Julius Malombe over the county’s ballooning pending bills, raising concerns about accountability and transparency. The move follows a statement by Kitui Senator Enoch Wambua, who asked the committee to reveal the total value of unpaid bills owed by the Kitui County Government. Senator Wambua also demanded an explanation of the steps being taken to verify the legitimacy of the bills and to guard against fraudulent or inflated claims. During a meeting held in Kitui Town earlier today, Senators expressed dissatisfaction with the Governor’s decision to form a…
Activist Boniface Mwangi was arrested at his hotel in Tanzania where he had planned to attend an opposition leader’s treason trial. Mwangi — one of the most prominent campaigners against corruption and police violence in Kenya — was among several regional activists who travelled to Tanzania to show solidarity with opposition leader Tundu Lissu during his court appearance on Monday. Lissu’s Chadema party has been banned from taking part in elections due in October after insisting on reforms. Several activists, including former justice minister and presidential candidate Martha Karua, were denied entry at the airport ahead of his latest hearing…
Australia’s conservative Liberal-National coalition – the nation’s main opposition political party – has split after a partnership lasting almost 80 years. The move marks a seismic change in the country’s political landscape and comes just weeks after a federal election that saw Labor win a second term in a landslide victory. Nationals leader David Littleproud on Tuesday said his party was not re-entering a coalition agreement, amid policy disagreements with the Liberal Party as it goes on a journey of “rediscovery” following the emphatic loss. Littleproud added that the Coalition has been broken and repaired before, and he hoped that…
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has summoned former ICT Authority board member Njogu Wachira as part of investigations into the alleged irregular renewal of CEO Stanley Kamangunya’s contract. In a letter dated May 15, 2025, the EACC directed board members to appear at its headquarters, Integrity Centre, for questioning. “To facilitate our investigations, the commission invites you for an interview and statement recording at EACC Integrity Centre on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, at 9am,” the letter reads. “Our officer, M. Ngare, will be available to receive and record your statement.” The commission is investigating claims that the renewal of…
The Kenya Union of Savings and Credit Co-operatives (KUSCCO) has announced a major public auction involving more than 50 properties across the country. The auctions will take place in three phases on June 5, 10, and 13, 2025. The auction will be conducted by Watts Auctions on behalf of KUSCCO and will feature a wide range of properties including residential homes, commercial buildings, and undeveloped plots. Buyers looking for investment opportunities in different parts of Kenya are encouraged to participate. Among the properties listed are multi-storey buildings, maisonettes, bungalows, vacant plots, and commercial units located in both prime and developing…
The Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC) has introduced a fully digital system for registering health facilities, marking a major step in modernizing healthcare regulation in the country. In a public notice issued on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, KMPDC CEO David Kariuki said the move is part of the Council’s broader plan to improve efficiency, promote transparency, and enhance service delivery in line with the government’s digital transformation agenda. “The shift from a paper-based process to a secure, user-friendly digital platform is part of KMPDC’s long-term strategy to harness technology,” Kariuki stated. The new online system allows applicants to…
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), Bandari Maritime Academy, and the Kenya School of Law have announced job openings and are inviting qualified Kenyans to apply. In a public notice dated May 20, 2025, EACC announced 19 vacancies in various departments. The commission is looking to recruit a Senior Investigation Officer – Mechanical Engineer, an Administration Officer II – Property Management, two Accountants/Auditors, two Software Developers, a Risk Management Officer, two Accountant Assistants, three Paralegal Clerks, an Information Assistant, two Administrative Secretaries, two Supply Chain Management Assistants, and two Office Assistants. Interested applicants are required to…
The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has announced a public auction of motor vehicles and assorted goods set to take place in several towns across Kenya beginning June 4, 2025. In a public notice issued on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, NTSA stated that the auction will be conducted by George Mbagu of Immediate Auctioneers, who has been appointed to oversee the process. According to the schedule released by the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA), vehicles will be auctioned at various NTSA offices across the country starting with Nyahururu on June 4, followed by Nakuru on June 5, Kisii…
The State Department for Livestock Development, in partnership with the Kitui County Government, plans to set up a Beef Feedlot System and a Livestock Training Institute (LTI) in Yatta Kwa Vonza Ward, Kitui Rural Sub-County. In a public notice issued on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, the two government bodies invited residents, civil society groups, NGOs, and other stakeholders to take part in a public participation forum on the proposed project. “The main purpose of this forum is to inform and gather inputs from the public on the proposed developments,” the notice stated. The public forum is scheduled for Wednesday, May…
The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has expelled nominated Senator Gloria Orwoba from the party, accusing her of disloyalty and going against party values. In a statement released on Monday, May 19, UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar said the decision followed a thorough review by the party’s Disciplinary Committee and was approved by the National Executive Committee (NEC). “Senator Gloria Orwoba is no longer a member of the UDA Party. She has lost all privileges of membership and cannot represent or speak on behalf of the party in any way,” Omar announced. He added that the party has written to the…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has sensationally claimed that President William Ruto wants him eliminated, alleging a Sunday police raid at his homes was part of a wider plot to harm him. Speaking at a press conference on Monday, May 19, 2025, Gachagua said he had not received any official summons from police and questioned the motives behind the operation. He accused the officers involved of being part of a so-called “killer squad” with no intention of arresting him. “On Sunday, May 18, 2025, I received intelligence reports that President William Ruto had ordered that I be dealt with once…
The government has announced new steps to improve access to Nairobi National Park, including the addition of more entry gates to help reduce congestion and long waiting times. Tourism and Wildlife Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano, speaking on Monday, May 19, 2025, acknowledged the recent delays experienced by visitors trying to access the park, especially over weekends. “We deeply value every visitor who chooses to explore the beauty and wonder of Nairobi National Park. We understand that extended waiting times at entry gates over the weekend may have impacted your experience,” said Miano. She attributed the increased traffic to a rise…
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has revealed the reason behind the raid on Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya’s Kitale residence and office on Monday morning. According to EACC Chief Executive Officer Abdi Mohamud, the operation was part of ongoing investigations into alleged misuse of Sh1.4 billion by the county government. Mohamud confirmed that the search at Natembeya’s home and office was conducted with a court-issued search warrant. The probe focuses on alleged irregular procurement, fictitious payments, bribery, and abuse of office involving senior county officials. EACC said the investigations relate to three key county projects: the rehabilitation and modernisation…