A team of homicide detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) headquarters has taken charge of the probe into the murder it Molo based activist Richard Otieno. This follows tension and suspicion surrounding the murder of Otieno in Elburgon, Molo at the weekend. Led by Homicide Director Martin Nyuguto, the team first visited the scene of the crime where Otieno was clobbered to death by unknown assailants. Otieno was killed outside his gate after he had watched a match at a local bar, police and locals said. The detectives later held a meeting with the family where they assured…
Author: David Wafula
A court ruled that two men linked to the Dusit D2 hotel terrorist attack on the 15th of January 2019 have a case to answer. A ruling delivered virtually by Lady Justice Diana Kavedza on January 21 2025, acknowledged that the two suspects namely Hussein Mohammed Abdile and Mohamed Abdi Ali were arrested alongside Mire Abdullahi following investigations into the terror incident that claimed the lives of 21 people, and injured several others. Abdullahi was thereafter convicted following a plea bargain. “Having considered the evidence of 55 witnesses, including expert testimonies, and the material presented before me, I am satisfied…
The Cabinet approved sweeping reforms that will see 42 State corporations considered to have related or overlapping functions merged into 20 agencies. The measures, announced following a Cabinet meeting chaired by President William Ruto at the Kakamega State Lodge on Tuesday, will also see several government agencies dissolved and others restructured to reduce the wastage of public resources. “These reforms have been necessitated by increasing fiscal pressures arising from constrained government resources, the demand for high-quality public services, and the growing public debt burden,” a despatch from the Cabinet meeting reads in part. The Cabinet said the National Treasury conducted an assessment…
The Public Service Commission (PSC) has announced a five-day schedule for interviews of 109 shortlisted candidates for the position of Principal Secretary (PS). The interviews will commence on Monday, January 27, 2025, and conclude on Friday, January 31, 2025. PSC CEO Anthony Muchiri stated that the interviews will take place at the Public Service Commission offices on Harambee Avenue, Nairobi. “Candidates are required to arrive at least 15 minutes before their scheduled interview time,” he said. Shortlisted candidates must bring original documents, including their national ID, academic and professional certificates, testimonials, and other supporting documentation. They are also required to…
The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) has announced a vacancy for the position of Commission Secretary/Chief Executive Officer (CEO). In a statement released on Monday, the commission outlined the CEO’s key responsibilities, which include overseeing the NCIC Secretariat, serving as the Secretary and Chief Advisor to the Commission, and managing the commission’s daily operations and staff. “The Commission Secretary/Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is the head of the NCIC Secretariat, Secretary and Chief Advisor to the Commission. The CEO is responsible to the Commission for the administration and day-to-day management of the affairs of the Commission and staff of the…
The government has invited members of the public to provide their input on the proposed National Tourism (Amendment) Bill 2024. This initiative seeks to enhance the management, marketing, and regulation of the tourism sector while addressing emerging issues and aligning the Tourism Act, Cap. 381, with the Constitution. The amendments are also part of a broader review of the National Tourism Policy, which updates the Sessional Paper No. 1 of 2010. Public hearings organized by the Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife will take place in February and March across different regions of the country. The first session will be held…
The International Justice Mission (IJM) has announced the appointment of Vincent Chahale as the Country Director for its Kenya office. The announcement was made by Andy Griffiths, IJM’s Regional President for Africa and Europe, on Monday, January 21, 2025. “Vincent has been with IJM Kenya since October 2020, leading the Justice Systems Interventions team for the Kenya Police Abuse of Power program, with overall responsibility for developing strategies for collaborative casework aimed at creating systemic changes in Kenya’s criminal justice system,” IJM said in a statement. Before joining IJM, Chahale held various senior positions within the Kenyan government, including roles…
The Kenya Meteorological Department has warned of extreme daytime heat in parts of the country, with temperatures expected to exceed 30°C in some regions over the next five days. According to the forecast, the Coast, North-Eastern, North-Western, and sections of the South-Eastern lowlands will bear the brunt of the heatwave. At the same time, cooler conditions with temperatures below 10°C are anticipated in the Central Highlands, Central Rift Valley, and parts of the South-Eastern lowlands. The Met Department noted that most areas across the country would remain sunny and dry during this period. However, some regions may experience occasional rainfall…
Kenya’s top universities are set for new leadership as the Public Service Commission (PSC) advertises high-profile vacancies for key academic and administrative roles. Among the institutions seeking new leaders is the University of Nairobi (UoN), which is looking to fill the Vice-Chancellor position, alongside other critical roles at leading public universities. In a notice issued on Tuesday, the PSC announced vacancies at UoN, Kenyatta University, and Tharaka University, part of a broader effort to inject fresh leadership into Kenya’s higher education sector. The advertised roles include Vice-Chancellor at UoN, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic Affairs) at Kenyatta University, and Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration…
Youth, women, and persons with disabilities (PWDs) took up tenders worth Sh4.15 billion from Kenya Power during the financial year ending June 30, 2024. This amount exceeded the company’s initial target of Sh1.2 billion for the year. The Managing Director of General Chain and Logistics at Kenya Power, John Ngeno, attributed the remarkable uptake under the Access to Government Procurement Opportunities (AGPO) program to increased awareness among special interest groups. “During the last financial year, we held continuous education forums for these groups on how to participate in our procurement processes. The uptake has grown steadily over the years because…
Building owners in Nairobi have been given a 90-day deadline to install or repair security lights on their properties. The directive, issued by Chief Officer for Urban Development and Planning Patrick Analo, is based on the Physical and Land Use Planning Act (2019), the Urban Areas and Cities (Amendment) Act (2019), and the Public Health Act (2012). According to the notice, building owners, tenants, and property management agents in specific areas are also required to repaint their buildings to improve safety and aesthetics. “The owners, tenants, and property management agents of buildings in the following areas are hereby directed to…
A section of parents and guardians rushed to Moi Girls School in Nairobi following a fire incident at the institution. This came as fire experts combed a dormitory that was burnt down at the school in search of clues on its cause. The team which included police, County Government officials and those from Kenya Power wanted to establish what caused the fire that broke out on Monday evening. The parents protested they had been locked out of the school and were not allowed to talk to their children. Police said the parents had to wait for the experts to complete…
Prison warden Jackson Kuria Kihara alias Cop Shakur was Monday charged in a court of law in Nairobi. He had been suspended and later allowed to work for joining Kenyans in the anti-Finance Bill protests in June last year. He appeared before magistrate Gilbert Shikwe and was charged with publishing false information. He denied the charge and was released on a cash bail of Sh50,000. According to the prosecution Shakur is alleged to have committed the offence on January 11, 2025. Shakur was arrested on January 15, and arraigned in a day later, where DCI sought to detain him for…
Kenyan-American photographer Polly Irungu has celebrated an incredible milestone, marking her end to three-year stint at the White House, where she served as the Official Photo Editor for Vice President Kamala Harris and as an Official White House Photographer. Irungu shared her reflections on her career journey on X (formerly Twitter) on January 20, 2025, expressing that she never imagined her passion for visual storytelling would lead her to such a prestigious role. She noted that the day marked her last in office as the Trump administration transitions. “When I developed a love for visual storytelling and worked at McDonald’s…
Michael Jordan, a name synonymous with basketball excellence, has carved a legacy that extends beyond the hardwood. As of 2025, Michael Jordan boasts a staggering net worth of $3.6 billion, making him the wealthiest athlete in history. His journey from a rising basketball star to a global icon and business magnate is a story of unmatched talent, determination, and strategic investments. Michael Jordan Net Worth $3.6 Billion Date of Birth Feb 17, 1963 Date of Birth Brooklyn Place of Birth American Profession Basketball player, Athlete, Spokesperson, Entrepreneur, Actor The Basketball Icon Widely regarded as the greatest basketball player of all…