Author: David Wafula

Dr. Charlie Teo, an Australian neurosurgeon, is widely regarded as a trailblazer in the field of brain surgery. Known for his innovative and sometimes controversial approaches to treatment, Teo has made significant contributions to neurological research and brain cancer treatments, securing his reputation as one of the most influential figures in modern medicine. With a career spanning decades, his net worth, estimated to be between $8 to $10 million USD, is a testament to his success as both a surgeon and philanthropist. Early Life Born on December 24, 1957, in Sydney, Australia, Charlie Teo was raised in a family of…

The Geothermal Development Company (GDC) has announced 15 vacant positions across various departments. In a public notice issued on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, GDC listed one opening each for the roles of Company Secretary & General Manager – Legal Services, General Manager – Drilling & Infrastructure Development, General Manager – Business Development, and General Manager – Internal Audit & Risk Assurance. Other available positions include Manager – Legal Services, Manager – Geothermal Resource Management, Manager – Geothermal Resource Assessment, Manager – Administration & Property Management, Manager – Information Communication & Technology, Manager – Financial Accounting, Manager – Management Accounting, Manager…

The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has re-advertised 36 job opportunities in Teacher Training Colleges (TTC). In a public notice issued on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, TSC CEO Dr. Nancy Macharia said the commission is hiring 35 Senior Lecturers and one Senior Principal to serve in TTCs. Interested candidates who meet the required qualifications are advised to apply online through the TSC portal at www.teachersonline.go.ke. The deadline for applications is midnight on April 21, 2025. TSC emphasized that manual applications will not be accepted. “Teachers Service Commission is an equal opportunity employer and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply,” the…

The Slovak Republic has announced four government-sponsored scholarships for Kenyan students for the 2025/2026 academic year. According to a notice published in the MyGov newspaper on Tuesday, April 8, the scholarships were offered through the Slovak Embassy in Nairobi in partnership with Kenya’s Ministry of Education. “The Government of Kenya has received four (4) scholarships for Bachelor’s leading to Master’s degree studies for the Academic Year 2025/2026 from the Government of the Slovak Republic,” the notice read. The scholarships will cover full tuition fees, accommodation, and a monthly subsistence allowance for the entire duration of study. However, successful applicants will…

 By Fwamba NC Fwamba Rigathi Gachagua’s recent interview on KTN was not a moment of honest reflection—it was a pitiful performance, steeped in desperation rather than principle. It was the spectacle of a man grasping at the shards of a broken political career, stripped of influence, trying to rebrand himself as a symbol of integrity. His sudden embrace of “truth-telling” is neither courageous nor sincere. It is opportunistic—carefully calculated to salvage relevance after a disgraceful fall from the very regime he once served with fanatical loyalty. When Gachagua wielded real power, he was not just complicit in repression—he was vocal…

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has completed investigations into the death of Agnes Wanjiru, the Kenyan woman allegedly murdered by a British soldier in Nanyuki in 2012, and forwarded the file to the Director of Public Prosecutions  (DPP) for further action. In a statement on Monday, April 7, the DPP confirmed receiving the inquiry file from DCI and said a team of senior prosecutors had been formed to review it thoroughly. “The DPP wishes to inform the general public that, following the conclusion of investigations into the tragic death of Agnes Wanjiru, the DCI has submitted the police inquiry…

Former Kajiado County Woman Representative Janet Marania Teyiaa has passed away. Her death was confirmed on Monday, April 7, by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, who expressed shock at the news. Gachagua, who served with her in the 12th Parliament, remembered Teyiaa as a resilient leader who overcame disability to represent her people. “I served with Janet in the 12th Parliament when she represented the people of Kajiado County as a Woman Representative,” he said in a message on social media. Teyiaa began her political journey in 2013 as a nominated MP and was later elected in 2017 to serve…

Githunguri Member of Parliament Gathoni Wamuchomba has claimed her life is in danger, just moments after honouring a summons by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) on Monday, April 7. Speaking to the media after the session, Wamuchomba made serious allegations against the government, accusing it of using mercenaries to intimidate her. She claimed her life is under threat due to her outspoken criticism of President William Ruto’s administration. “There are mercenaries hired by politicians to intimidate, kill, and abduct,” she said. “I want to announce here that my life is in danger. If anything happens to me, we know…

United Kingdom Defence Secretary John Healey on Monday met the family of Agnes Wanjiru, the Kenyan woman who was allegedly murdered by a British soldier in Nanyuki in 2012. Wanjiru’s body was discovered in a hotel septic tank nearly two months after she went missing following a night out with British soldiers stationed in the area. Speaking after the meeting in Nairobi, Healey assured the family of the UK Government’s full support in the ongoing investigations. “We will continue to offer our full support to the Kenyan investigatory authorities, which has included visits by Kenyan investigators to the UK to…

A former police officer was sentenced to 45 years’ imprisonment after he was found guilty of murder by the High Court sitting in Lodwar. The prosecution represented by the In-Charge of Turkana County, Senior Assistant Director of Public Prosecutions, Edward Kakoi, presented seven witnesses to testify in support of the case. The court heard that on the January 12, 2021, at Kakong area, Kainuk Division within Turkana South Sub-County, the accused, Wilfred Kibichy Too, who at the time was a police officer attached to Kakong Police Post murdered Susan Nasiru Emure. In delivering the judgment, Justice Reuben Nyakundi said there…

There was relief among the families of five chiefs who were abducted in Mandera by al-Shabaab gunmen while travelling from Wargadud to Elwak town in Mandera County after they were released. The group was set free from their captivity in Jilb on Sunday April 6, officials aware of the issue said. Elders who participated in the negotiations leading to the release said the chiefs were freed on Sunday. They were released and handed over to Garreh elders in Jilb, Somalia Sunday evening. Plans to bring them back to Elwak, Kenya side were underway, officials said. Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen…

The Cabinet Secretary for Health, Aden Duale, presided over the inauguration of the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) Pending Medical Claims Verification Committee at Afya House in Nairobi, Monday. The Committee, established through Kenya Gazette notice on March 28, 2025, is tasked with reviewing and verifying medical claims that were submitted to NHIF between July 1, 2022, and September 30, 2024. The team will also advise the Ministry of Health on how to settle the verified claims and handle related responsibilities. In his address, Duale expressed confidence in the Committee’s ability to perform its duties and emphasized the importance of…

Sam Kerr, the Australian football sensation and global ambassador for women’s sport, has built a remarkable net worth of $5 million. Widely considered one of the most influential and decorated players in women’s football, Kerr’s rise from local Perth prodigy to international superstar is nothing short of legendary. Sam Kerr Net Worth $5 Million Date of Birth September 10, 1993 Place of Birth East Fremantle Nationality Australian Profession Footballer Early Life Born on September 10, 1993, in East Fremantle, Western Australia, Sam Kerr has grown into a towering presence in the football world—figuratively, if not literally, as she stands at…

John Farnham, the English-born Australian singer affectionately known as “The Voice,” has an estimated net worth of $25 million. Over a remarkable career spanning more than five decades, Farnham has become a household name in Australia, evolving from a 1960s teen idol to a national music icon known for his powerhouse vocals, enduring hits, and unwavering stage presence. John Farnham Net Worth $25 Million Date of Birth Jul 1, 1949 Place of Birth Dagenham Nationality Brits Profession Singer, Singer-songwriter, Musician, Actor Early Life Farnham’s journey to fame began in 1964, but it was the 1967 breakout hit “Sadie (The Cleaning…

Danny Wallace, a multifaceted British creative known for his work as a writer, comedian, filmmaker, actor, and presenter, has an estimated net worth of $4 million. Born in Dundee, Scotland, in November 1976, Wallace has cultivated a unique career by blending wit, observational humor, and thought-provoking storytelling across multiple platforms—from bestselling books and TV series to video games and films. Danny Wallace Net Worth $4 Million Date of Birth Nov 16, 1976 Place of Birth Dundee Nationality Brits Profession Writer, Comedian, Filmmaker, Actor, and Presenter Early Writing Danny Wallace began gaining widespread attention with his co-authored book Are You Dave…