The Director of Criminal Investigations (DCI), Mr. Mohammed Amin, has stressed the importance of integrity in building public trust and advancing the agency’s mission. Speaking during the closing of a Senior Investigations Officers Seminar at the National Criminal Investigations Academy (NCIA) in Nairobi, Amin said ethical conduct is not just a personal choice but a professional duty for every officer. He highlighted collaboration, modernisation, and the humanisation of police work as key pillars in fulfilling the DCI’s mandate. “This gathering has not only showcased the depth of expertise within our ranks but also reaffirmed our collective commitment to enhancing the…
Author: David Wafula
Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have arrested Abbas Bardu Omuyoma, also known as Ishmael, over a gold scam that allegedly defrauded a Canadian investor of Sh36.12 million ($280,000). According to the DCI, the arrest followed a complaint made on September 1, 2025. Ishmael is accused of working with an accomplice, still at large, to trick the investor with promises of 550 kilograms of gold nuggets and bars said to be from the Democratic Republic of Congo. The investor reportedly sent $280,000 through USDT believing he was entering a genuine business deal, only to later realize that no…
Kenya has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with China’s Linglong Group Limited for the establishment of a USD 800 million tyre manufacturing plant in Mariakani, Kilifi County. President William Ruto today witnessed the signing between the Ministry of Investments, Trade and Industry and Linglong Group during the Arise Integrated Industrial Platforms – Kenya Investment Forum 2025 at Vipingo Ridge, Kilifi. Ruto said the agreement is part of efforts to position Kenya as a leading global investment hub. “As Kenya, and as Africa, we must cast aside the smallness of vision. We must raise our ambition to rival the very…
Tom Colicchio, the celebrated American chef, restaurateur, and television personality, has an estimated net worth of $20 million. Best known as the co-founder of the acclaimed Gramercy Tavern in New York City and the founder of Crafted Hospitality, Colicchio has built a culinary empire while also becoming a familiar face on television as the head judge of Bravo’s hit series Top Chef. His career spans award-winning restaurants, bestselling cookbooks, documentaries, and advocacy for food justice, making him one of the most respected figures in the culinary world. Tom Colicchio Net Worth $20 Million Date of Birth August 15, 1962 Place…
The government has released a list of 180 people proposed to be declared national heroes in 2025. The names were published by the National Heroes Council in a notice on Tuesday, September 16, 2025. Those listed have been recognized for their contributions in different areas including the liberation struggle, entrepreneurship and innovation, gender and equity advocacy, promotion of human rights, philanthropy, art, documentation of indigenous knowledge, sports, cultural values and practices, spiritual leadership, scholarship, professionalism and research, peacebuilding, statesmanship, and environmental conservation. Council Chair Jimmy Nuru said members of the public who disagree with the inclusion of any person have…
The government has set up a new call centre at KISM Towers, Nairobi, to offer continuous support to users of the Electronic Government Procurement (e-GP) system. In a public notice issued on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, the Principal Secretary for Public Investments and Assets Management said the new facility replaces the former call centre that was based at Treasury Building. The National Treasury rolled out the end-to-end e-GP system on July 1, 2025, as part of efforts to digitize procurement. According to the PS, the digital system will help reduce the cost of goods, works, and services, increase transparency, speed…
The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has announced that all its procurement will now be done through the Electronic Government Procurement (e-GP) system. In a public notice issued on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, the agency advised all interested bidders to use the digital platform for the supply of goods, works, and services. “As a leading government agency with this mandate, KeNHA wishes to inform the public that procurement of all goods, works and services for the 2025/2026 financial year shall be done end-to-end using the Electronic Government Procurement (e-GP) system,” the notice reads. Suppliers, contractors, consultants, and service providers are…
The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has announced plans to review the country’s postal and courier market structure, which was last updated in 2008. In a public notice issued on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, CA Director General David Mugonyi said the review will help modernize the sector in line with changing technology and market needs. “The Authority now seeks to address and remove certain market entry and operational barriers identified over time, provide greater clarity on the scope of various licences, and propose new licensing areas in line with current ICT policy,” said Mugonyi. He added that the review will…
The government has started a process to expand and better manage Kenya’s digital addresses and phone numbers, officially known as Numbering, Naming, Addressing, and Identification (NNAI) resources. In a public notice dated Tuesday, September 16, the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) said it had developed a new draft NNAI framework to boost the availability of these resources. NNAI resources include mobile phone numbers, internet domain names, IP addresses, SIM card identifiers, and device codes that make it possible for phones, websites, and other digital services to work seamlessly. “The draft framework aims to increase the NNAI resource capacity, hence ensuring…
Prince Harry and King Charles III have finally reunited after more than a year apart — and the moment was filled with hugs, tears, and heartfelt emotion. According to reports, the Duke of Sussex had written a handwritten letter to his father earlier this year, expressing his wish to reconnect. That gesture is said to have set the stage for their long-awaited meeting in London last week. The reunion took place on Wednesday at Clarence House, the King’s official residence. The private tea lasted nearly an hour, with insiders describing the atmosphere as “super positive and very relaxed.” “They were…
Meghan Markle celebrated Prince Harry’s 41st birthday with a cheeky message on Instagram, showing once again how smitten she is with her husband. On Monday, the Duchess of Sussex shared a throwback photo of Harry dressed in his military pilot uniform and looking straight into the camera. She captioned it, “Oh hi, birthday boy .” Since rejoining social media in January, Meghan has been giving fans regular glimpses of her marriage to Harry. In June, she marked Father’s Day by calling him “the best” dad and their two children’s “favorite guy.” Earlier in February, she posted a Valentine’s Day picture…
The Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA) has announced a major crackdown on illegal billboards and other structures that have sprung up along the Eastern Bypass. In a statement, the authority said many of the signboards were erected without approval and now pose safety risks to motorists and pedestrians. “It has come to our attention that the Eastern Bypass Corridor has been extensively occupied with signboards, many of which pose safety risks to road users and compromise the urban aesthetics of the area,” KURA said. “A significant number of these installations have been erected illegally on public land.” The agency added…
President William Ruto has made several new appointments in government agencies, naming new chairpersons and members to boards. In a Kenya Gazette notice dated September 12, 2025, Ruto appointed Lung’azi Chai Mangale as the non-executive Chairperson of the Board of Bandari Maritime Academy for a three-year term. The President also named Prof. Francis Ndungu Kibera as the Chairperson of the Board of Trustees of the National Fund for the Disabled of Kenya, and Paul Mbatha as the non-executive Chairperson of the Board of the President’s Award, both for three years. In addition, Ruto appointed Ahmed Ibrahim Abass as the non-executive…
The Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) has officially been upgraded to a Level C5 parastatal, a status previously reserved for public universities. The announcement was made today by the Principal Secretary for Medical Services, Dr. Ouma Oluga, during a visit to the Kisumu-based facility. He said the move marks a new chapter for the hospital, bringing both expanded privileges and greater responsibilities. “You are no longer a county government hospital,” Dr. Oluga told the hospital’s management, urging them to adopt the discipline and vision expected of a national institution. He said the elevation was aimed at not…
The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) has announced a nationwide recruitment exercise set to begin on October 13, 2025. The exercise will target General Service Officer (GSO) Cadets, Specialist Officers, General Duty Recruits, Tradesmen and Women, and Defence Forces Constables. In a public notice, KDF said all candidates must be Kenyan citizens and holders of valid National Identity Cards. Applicants will be required to present their original documents along with four copies each of their ID card, KRA PIN certificate, and academic certificates. The age requirements are as follows: between 18 and 26 years for GSO Cadets (Regular and Graduates) and…