The National Assembly Departmental Committee on Administration and Internal Security has pledged to support efforts to secure additional resources for the expansion and improvement of police training facilities across the country. The committee, led by Narok West MP Gabriel Tongoyo, made the commitment on Saturday during an inspection of the Magado Field Campus, operated by the Kenya Police Service (KPS), and the Lii Field Training Camp, owned by the Administration Police Service (APS), in Igembe North, Meru County. The inspection formed part of the committee’s budget implementation oversight tours aimed at assessing the state of security infrastructure and how allocated…
Author: David Wafula
Technological gaps, limited parking space, smuggling and cross-border crimes have emerged among the key challenges affecting operations at the Busia and Malaba One-Stop Border Points (OSBPs). The challenges were highlighted during a multi-agency stakeholder engagement by the National Assembly Select Committee on Regional Integration, which visited the two border points to assess their operations and engage government officials on the successes and challenges encountered. The Committee, led by Chairperson Irene Mayaka, held meetings with officials from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), Immigration Department and East African Community, among other agencies involved in facilitating the movement of people and goods across…
A multi-agency operation in Kawangware, Nairobi Region, has resulted in the destruction of 27,330 litres of suspected illegal brews as authorities intensified the crackdown on illicit alcohol. Police said the operation also targeted businesses operating outside the law, leading to the arrest of two individuals who were found running wine and spirit shops without the required licences. The suspects were taken into custody as authorities continued with investigations into the illegal alcohol trade in the area. “One suspect, believed to be involved in the illicit brew trade, remains at large, with police pursuing leads to locate and apprehend him,” police…
Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs Musalia Mudavadi has appointed Poppins Omwenga Miso as the Executive Director of the World Scout Parliamentary Union Kenya (WSPU Kenya). Mudavadi also appointed Tabitha Maureen Mutinda as the Chairperson of the WSPU Kenya Secretariat, while Omwenga Miso will also serve as the Secretary. The appointments were contained in a Gazette Notice dated August 21, 2026, through which Mudavadi announced the formation and membership of the WSPU Kenya leadership structures. The Cabinet Secretary appointed Walter Buleti, Monica Loise Sadia, Moses Dady Wandera, Hilda Wanja Njiru, Thomas Isaac Makokha, Pauline Wanjiru…
D’Angelo was an American singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and record producer who had a net worth of $1 million at the time of his death in October 2025. Born Michael Eugene Archer, he became one of the most influential figures in modern R&B and a leading force behind the neo-soul movement. D’Angelo built his reputation through a relatively small but highly acclaimed catalog. His debut album, Brown Sugar, introduced his blend of soul, gospel, funk and hip-hop in the mid-1990s. Five years later, he released Voodoo, an album that became a landmark in contemporary R&B and earned him two Grammy Awards.…
J Holiday is an American R&B singer and songwriter who has an estimated net worth of $1.5 million. He rose to prominence in the late 2000s after releasing “Suffocate,” a major R&B hit that became one of the defining slow jams of the era. Holiday made his mainstream debut in 2007 with the album Back of My Lac. The project eventually achieved platinum status and established him as one of contemporary R&B’s promising new artists. Although he struggled to maintain the commercial momentum of his debut, Holiday continued recording and performing. His music remains popular among fans of 2000s R&B,…
Big Pun was a Puerto Rican-American rapper and actor who had an estimated net worth of $3 million at the time of his death in 2000. Born Christopher Lee Rios, he emerged from the Bronx hip-hop scene during the 1990s and became one of the most respected lyricists of his generation. Big Pun gained mainstream attention with “Still Not a Player,” a remix of his earlier song “I’m Not a Player.” The success of the track helped propel his debut album, Capital Punishment, which became the first solo album by a Latino rapper to achieve platinum status. His career was…
Lisa “Left Eye” Lopes was an American singer, songwriter, rapper and dancer who had an estimated net worth of $500,000 at the time of her death in 2002. She rose to international fame as a member of the Grammy-winning R&B group TLC, one of the most successful female groups of the 1990s. Lopes was known for her distinctive rap style, creative personality and contributions to TLC’s music. The group achieved global success with albums including Ooooooohhh… On the TLC Tip, CrazySexyCool and FanMail, producing major hits such as “Waterfalls,” “Creep,” “No Scrubs” and “Unpretty.” Beyond TLC, Lopes pursued a solo…
Donell Jones has an estimated net worth of $500,000. The American R&B singer, songwriter and record producer built his fortune through a career spanning more than three decades, with income coming from music sales, songwriting, production, performances and touring. Jones rose to prominence during the late 1990s and early 2000s with songs including “U Know What’s Up,” “Where I Wanna Be,” “You Know That I Love You” and “Knocks Me Off My Feet.” His smooth vocals and intimate songwriting helped establish him as one of the recognizable male R&B singers of his generation. His commercial breakthrough came with his 1999…
Fred Norris has an estimated net worth of $22 million. The American radio personality has built his fortune primarily through his decades-long career with “The Howard Stern Show,” where he became one of the program’s longest-serving and most recognizable contributors. Norris is best known for his work as a producer, sound-effects specialist, writer and on-air personality on the show. His precisely timed sound effects, character voices and understated humor became an important part of the program’s distinctive style. Norris reportedly earns about $6 million per year, making him one of the highest-paid members of Stern’s long-running radio operation. Unlike many…
John Melendez has an estimated net worth of $500,000. The American radio personality, television announcer, writer, actor, musician and podcaster became famous as “Stuttering John” during his long association with The Howard Stern Show. Melendez joined Howard Stern’s radio operation as an intern in 1988 before becoming one of its most recognizable on-air personalities. His celebrity interviews, often built around deliberately provocative or embarrassing questions, became a signature part of the program during the 1990s and early 2000s. His career took a major financial turn in 2004 when he left Stern to become the announcer for The Tonight Show with…
Matthew Rhys has an estimated net worth of $12 million. The Welsh actor has built his wealth through a successful career spanning television, film and theatre. He is best known for playing Kevin Walker in the ABC drama series Brothers & Sisters and Philip Jennings in the FX spy thriller The Americans, a role that earned him an Emmy Award. Rhys has also appeared in films including Titus, The Post, Burnt, Mowgli: Legend of the Jungle and A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood. From 2020 to 2023, he starred as the title character in HBO’s Perry Mason. Matthew Rhys Net…
Will Shields is a former American professional football player who has an estimated Will Shields net worth of $14 million. He built his wealth during a highly successful NFL career with the Kansas City Chiefs before expanding his business interests after retirement. Shields is regarded as one of the greatest offensive guards in NFL history. He spent his entire 14-year professional career with the Chiefs and became known for his exceptional durability, consistency and strength. He played 224 regular-season games, starting 223 of them, and was selected to 12 consecutive Pro Bowls. Shields was also a seven-time All-Pro and a…
Warrick Dunn is a retired American professional football player, entrepreneur, philanthropist and minority owner of the Atlanta Falcons who has an estimated Warrick Dunn net worth of $60 million. Dunn played 12 seasons in the NFL as a running back, spending time with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Atlanta Falcons. During his career, he earned three Pro Bowl selections and was named the NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year in 1997. Dunn’s financial success extends beyond football. After retiring, he became a minority owner of the Atlanta Falcons and continued building his business interests. He is also widely recognized for…
Bradley Walsh is a British entertainer, actor, television presenter, comedian and former professional footballer who has an estimated Bradley Walsh net worth of $20 million. He has built his fortune through a career spanning television, acting, comedy, music and professional sport. Walsh is best known as the longtime host of ITV’s quiz show The Chase. He has also appeared in popular television productions including Coronation Street, Law & Order: UK and Doctor Who. Before entering show business, Walsh pursued a career in professional football. An ankle injury eventually ended his sporting ambitions and pushed him toward entertainment, where he went…