Kirstie Alley, the beloved American actress known for her unforgettable roles on television and in film, had an estimated net worth of $40 million at the time of her death in December 2022. Her decades-long career, marked by Emmy wins, blockbuster movies, and entrepreneurial ventures, made her one of Hollywood’s most recognizable faces and a household name around the world. Kirstie Alley Net Worth $40 Million Date of Birth January 12, 1951 Place of Birth Wichita, Kansas Nationality American Died December 5, 2022 Profession Actress Early Life and Rise to Stardom Born on January 12, 1951, in Wichita, Kansas, Kirstie…
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Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale Friday launched the Independent Investigative Committee on Tissue and Organ Transplant Services at Afya House, Nairobi, following the publication of Gazette Notice No. 78 on April 23, 2025. The committee, chaired by Prof. Elizabeth Bukusi, was established in response to growing public concern over serious allegations of malpractice and ethical violations in organ transplant procedures at Mediheal Group of Hospitals. “This is a moment of reckoning. We are not just conducting an investigation—we are working to restore public trust in the health system. We will not tolerate impunity or protect any wrongdoing,” said Hon. Duale…
Detectives are looking for a gang that attacked and robbed an Uber driver after one of them had booked a trip in Kayole, Nairobi. The driver told police that on April 23 at night, a male customer requested a trip from Ruiru to Kamakis area. But before reaching the destination, the passenger requested the driver to stop to pick up another person. At that point, three men boarded the Nissan Note car. A few meters ahead, they turned out to be thugs and hit him in the head before taking control of the car. The driver told police the occupants…
There was chaos at an apartment in Muslim area, Bungoma Town when a group of Egyptians resisted arrest by police. The police had been tipped that the group was hiding in a house on April 23 and were in the country illegally. A team of police visited the house and found 13 Egyptians therein. According to police, they did not have legal documents to warrant their stay there. When they were called to get out, they turned violent and resisted arrest, police said. In the chaos, some of them managed to escape. The officers managed to arrest six of the…
A Kenya Defence Forces female soldier was found after a suicide incident in Kahawa Sukari, Kiambu County. Officials said the body of Precious Mabonga, 24 was on April 24 found hanging on the metal bars of her bathroom. She was based at the nearby Kahawa Barracks. She died by suicide by hanging herself using a manila rope that was tied around her neck from the metal bars of the bathroom. It was discovered that she had previously tried to die by suicide on March 25, 2025 at Kahawa Barracks Military Police but was admitted to Defence Force Memorial Hospital, where…
The Federation of Public Transport Sector (FPTS) has proposed the development of a National Road and Transport Master Plan to improve infrastructure and streamline public transport across Kenya. The proposal was made during a meeting with the National Assembly’s Departmental Committee on Transport. The Federation called for a comprehensive framework to guide the planning and development of roads, rail, air, and sea transport systems. The plan would aim to boost efficiency, enhance connectivity, and support economic growth. FPTS leaders highlighted major challenges in the sector, including gaps in the Public Transport Sessional Paper, poor legislation and enforcement, heavy taxation with…
The National Assembly passed the County Governments Additional Allocations Bill (Senate Bill No. 1 of 2025) on Thursday, allowing counties to receive Sh50.5 billion in extra funds for the 2024/25 financial year. The Bill allows for the transfer of both conditional and unconditional allocations from the National Government and development partners to all 47 counties. The aim is to support service delivery and strengthen devolved functions as outlined in Articles 202(2) and 190 of the Constitution. From the total amount, Sh8.42 billion will come from the National Government’s share of revenue, Sh116.1 million from court fines, and Sh42 billion from…
The International Police Association (IPA) Kenya Chapter launched a major environmental initiative by planting trees at the National Police Leadership Academy (NPLA) in Ngong, Kajiado County. The event took place on April 24, 2025. President of the IPA Kenya Chapter and Public Information Officer of the Kenya Police Service Jared Ojuok said they will continue with their mission. “We intend to spread this mission to other parts of the country to ensure the environment of well maintained,” he said. He also expressed gratitude to the Inspector General of Police for his unwavering support to their work. Police have been leading…
The National Police Service (NPS) Airwing celebrated a significant milestone, having attained certification as an Approved Aircraft Maintenance Organization (AMO) by the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA). The AMO certification, which was officially granted on April 9, 2025, authorizes the airwing to independently conduct aircraft maintenance, repairs, and inspections in full compliance with KCAA’s safety rules and regulations. The Deputy Inspector General of Kenya Police Service Eliud Lagat attended the event. He said this achievement is not only a testament to the Airwing’s progress, but also a steadfast promise to safety, paving the way for enhanced operational readiness and reliability…
The government has confirmed that renovations at the Moi International Sports Centre will be completed in time for Kenya to host the 2025 African Nations Championship (CHAN). Principal Secretary for Sports, Elijah Mwangi, says the stadium will be ready by April 30, 2025. Speaking when he appeared before the Regional Integration Committee chaired by Nominated MP Irene Mayaka, PS Mwangi said Kenya is also preparing to co-host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) alongside Uganda and Tanzania. He assured Members of Parliament that infrastructure upgrades are on schedule, with key organizational structures already in place to oversee the projects.…
The Public Investments Committee on Social Services, Administration and Agriculture (PIC-SSAA) has raised concerns about the reliability and accountability of the billing system at Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital (MTRH). During a session chaired by Navakholo MP Emmanuel Wangwe, lawmakers questioned hospital officials led by Chief Executive Officer Dr. Philip Kirwa over audit issues flagged in the Auditor General’s reports. A key issue raised was the continued use of the Funsoft Health Management Information System (HMIS) for billing and invoicing patients. The committee noted that the system had serious flaws. “The system is not integrated. Doctor consultations and prescriptions are…
Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Migos has announced that Mathematics will remain a compulsory subject for all senior school learners, reversing an earlier government plan to make it optional. Speaking during the National Conversation on the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) on Thursday, Migos said the decision was made after extensive consultations with stakeholders across the country. Most participants in the CBC dialogues supported the inclusion of Mathematics in the senior school curriculum. Under the revised guidelines, students who choose the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) pathway will study advanced Mathematics. Those in the remaining two pathways will take a simplified version…
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has officially taken over investigations into the death of Kariobangi North MCA Joel Munuve. Family lawyer Dunstan Omari confirmed the development on Thursday while addressing the media outside Lee Funeral Home, where the MCA’s body is being preserved. Omari said the family, government pathologist, Nairobi DCI Homicide Unit, and political leaders met and agreed that the postmortem would be conducted on Friday at 9am. “After a meeting between the family, the Homicide Unit of the DCI, and the late MCA’s political colleagues, we agreed to move the autopsy to Friday morning,” said Omari, adding…
The Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda-backed M23 rebels on Wednesday pledged in statements released after talks in Qatar to work towards peace after violence flared in January, raising fears of a wider regional war. Their agreement to the text raised a glimmer of hope the latest cycle of violence in a decades-long conflict rooted in the Rwandan genocide might ease. But sources in the two delegations expressed frustration over the pace of negotiations. Each side released the same statement separately after their delegations departed Qatar earlier in the week, following more than a week of discussions. “Both parties reaffirm…
The government has unveiled a new plan to tackle the growing problem of alcohol and drug abuse in the country by launching the Community-Based Rehabilitation Framework for Substance Use Disorders (SUDs). The strategy, announced on Thursday at the Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD), marks a major shift from punishment to a more supportive, community-centered approach in addressing addiction. The launch was led by Dr. Raymond Omollo, the Principal Secretary for Internal Security, who stressed the severe impact of drug and alcohol abuse on Kenya’s security and social wellbeing. “Drug and alcohol abuse are fueling crime, domestic violence, extremism, and…