Former East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) Member of Parliament Abubakar Zein Abubakar has died. Abubakar, who served as the Head of the Presidential Secretariat for the Wiper Democratic Movement, passed away on Thursday, July 9, 2026, at Avenue Hospital in Nairobi. The cause of his death was not immediately disclosed. He had reportedly been hospitalized after undergoing surgery and was recovering when he died. Friends and supporters had organized a fundraising event scheduled for Saturday, July 11, to help meet his medical expenses, but received news of his passing before the appeal could take place. Abubakar served as a member…
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The High Court issued conservatory orders barring National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula and Senate Speaker Amason Kingi from using the authority and influence of their constitutional offices in partisan political campaigns pending the hearing of a petition challenging their political activities. Justice David Mburu issued the interim orders Thursday after certifying as urgent a constitutional petition filed by lobby group Vocal Africa. The petition argued that the two Speakers have allegedly repeatedly participated in Kenya Kwanza political mobilisation activities in a manner that undermines the institutional independence of Parliament. In the orders issued on Wednesday, the judge directed that the…
Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has appointed six members to the Board of the National Infrastructure Fund (NIF), a key government investment vehicle established to finance major infrastructure projects. In a Gazette Notice dated July 8, 2026, Mbadi appointed James Mwirigi, Fahima Ali Ahmed Zein, Christopher Kibui, Latoya Ouna, Lawrence Kibet and Mohamed Abdirahman Hassan as members of the National Infrastructure Fund Board. The six will serve a three-year term. The National Infrastructure Fund was established as a corporate investment vehicle to finance large-scale infrastructure projects, including roads, railways and other strategic developments, without increasing the country’s public debt burden.…
Four suspects have been arrested in Nairobi over an alleged employment fraud scheme in which unsuspecting job seekers were promised recruitment into the National Intelligence Service (NIS) in exchange for money. In a statement issued on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) said detectives from DCI Central Nairobi arrested the four following investigations into a complaint lodged by a victim who allegedly lost Sh600,000. According to the DCI, the victim was lured into believing the suspects could secure her employment with the NIS. To make the scheme appear genuine, the suspects allegedly issued her with a…
Ichiro Suzuki is one of the greatest baseball players of all time, and his remarkable career translated into extraordinary financial success. As of 2025, Ichiro Suzuki net worth is estimated at $180 million, earned through Major League Baseball salaries, endorsement deals, and investments accumulated over nearly three decades in professional baseball. The Japanese icon became a global sports star after dominating both Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB) and Major League Baseball (MLB). Known for his precision hitting, elite defense, and unmatched consistency, Ichiro also became one of the highest-earning international athletes in baseball history. Ichiro Suzuki Net Worth $180 Million Date…
Ty Cobb net worth remains one of the most fascinating stories in sports history. While he became one of baseball’s greatest players, much of his wealth came from smart investments rather than his salary on the field. At the time of his death in 1961, Cobb had an estimated net worth of $32 million, equivalent to roughly $340 million today after adjusting for inflation. His fortune was built through investments in companies such as Coca-Cola and General Motors, Coca-Cola bottling plants, and valuable real estate holdings. Ty Cobb Net Worth $32 Million Date of Birth December 18, 1886 Place of…
Lucille Ball was an American actress, comedian, producer, model, and businesswoman who had a net worth of $60 million at the time of her death in 1989. Adjusted for inflation, that fortune would be worth approximately $125 million today. Best remembered as the star and co-creator of the iconic sitcom I Love Lucy, Ball also transformed television behind the scenes. As the head of Desilu Productions, she became one of Hollywood’s first major female studio executives, helping launch hit series including Star Trek and Mission: Impossible. Lucille Ball Net Worth $60 Million Date of Birth August 6, 1911 Place of…
DeForest Kelley was an American actor, singer, screenwriter, and poet who had an inflation-adjusted net worth of approximately $5 million at the time of his death in 1999. He became a television icon through his portrayal of Dr. Leonard “Bones” McCoy in the original Star Trek series and its subsequent feature films. Kelley enjoyed a career spanning more than five decades, earning recognition for his work in Westerns, television dramas, and science fiction before becoming one of the most beloved figures in the Star Trek universe. DeForest Kelley Net Worth $5 Million Date of Birth January 20, 1920 Place of…
Gene Roddenberry was an American television writer, producer, and futurist who had an inflation-adjusted net worth of approximately $500 million at the time of his death. The estimate includes the long-term value of the Star Trek intellectual property, including licensing, merchandising, and royalty rights that continued generating billions of dollars after his passing. Roddenberry is best remembered as the creator of the iconic Star Trek franchise, which debuted on NBC in 1966 and became one of the most successful entertainment franchises in history. Gene Roddenberry Net Worth $500 Million Date of Birth August 19, 1921 Place of Birth El Paso,…
Desi Arnaz was a Cuban-American actor, musician, television producer, and businessman who had an estimated net worth of $20 million at the time of his death in 1986. Best known for playing Ricky Ricardo on the groundbreaking sitcom I Love Lucy, Arnaz also revolutionized the television industry through his business acumen as co-founder of Desilu Productions alongside his then-wife, Lucille Ball. His fortune came from acting, music, television production, and ownership of one of the most successful production companies in television history. Desi Arnaz Net Worth $20 Million Date of Birth March 2, 1917 Place of Birth Santiago de Cuba,…
Linda Purl is an American actress, singer, and stage performer with an estimated net worth of $5 million. She has built her wealth through a television and film career spanning more than five decades, alongside successful work as a jazz vocalist and live performer. Purl is best known for playing Ashley Pfister on Happy Days, Charlene Matlock on Matlock, Claire Wright on Port Charles, and Helene Beesly, Pam’s mother, on The Office. In addition to acting, she has released jazz albums and continues to perform on stage. Linda Purl Net Worth $5 Million Date of Birth September 2, 1955 Place…
The Ministry of Defence has announced a vacancy for the position of Chairperson of the Advisory Committee on Military Veterans, inviting qualified retired senior military officers to apply for the role. In a public notice, the ministry said the vacancy will arise from August 4, 2026, in line with the provisions of the Military Veterans Act, Cap 199A of the Laws of Kenya. According to the notice, applicants must be retired general officers from the Armed Forces or the Kenya Defence Forces and must also meet the integrity requirements outlined under Chapter Six of the Constitution. The successful candidate will…
A suspected key player in an illegal arms trafficking network has been arrested after police intercepted him at the Kanyonyo Vehicle Checkpoint while he was travelling to Nairobi. In a statement issued on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, the National Police Service (NPS) said officers conducted a targeted search of the suspect’s vehicle and recovered firearms together with a large cache of ammunition. According to preliminary investigations, the suspect is believed to be involved in the illegal sale, supply and distribution of firearms and ammunition across several regions of the country. Police said the interception disrupted what they described as a…
President William Ruto has signed the Sovereign Wealth Fund Bill, 2026 into law, establishing a national investment fund designed to preserve wealth generated from Kenya’s natural resources and strategic investments for future generations. The new law creates a framework for investing revenues from petroleum, minerals and other strategic assets, with the aim of promoting long-term economic stability and sustainable national development. President Ruto described the legislation as a historic milestone that will ensure the country’s natural resource wealth benefits both present and future generations. “With this consequential law, Kenya has put in place watertight mechanisms that will ensure the resources…
Desi Arnaz Jr. has an estimated net worth of $40 million. His wealth comes from a decades-long career in television, film, music, and production. In addition to acting, he has earned income through producing documentaries and television specials, as well as various business ventures. Desi Arnaz Jr. Net Worth $40 Million Date of Birth January 19, 1953 Place of Birth Los Angeles, California Early Life Desi Arnaz Jr. was born Desiderio Alberto Arnaz IV on January 19, 1953, in Los Angeles, California. His birth became a national event because it coincided with the storyline of Lucille Ball’s pregnancy on I…