Puerto Rican rapper Daddy Yankee has accused his estranged wife, Mireddys González, of withdrawing $100 million from two corporate bank accounts without his knowledge or approval. In court documents filed in San Juan last week, Daddy Yankee (born Ramón Luis Ayala Rodríguez) claimed that González took $80 million from his El Cartel Records account and $20 million from his Los Cangris account. González, who served as CEO of the record labels, and her sister Ayeicha González Castellanos, who served as secretary/treasurer, allegedly made the withdrawals after Daddy Yankee had revoked their authority to manage the businesses. The rapper, who is…
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Labour and Social Protection Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua has unveiled 1,000 job openings for drivers in Saudi Arabia, offering an average monthly salary of Ksh50,000. In a statement shared on his official X account on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, Mutua announced that interviews for the positions will commence on Thursday, December 19, at Lang’ata National Polytechnic. “A reputable Saudi company is urgently seeking drivers for small vehicles, buses, and trucks. Interviews begin tomorrow at Lang’ata National Polytechnic and will also take place in Nyeri and Mombasa,” Mutua stated. The recruitment exercise will start at Lang’ata National Polytechnic on December 18…
The government has announced a 62% reduction in cattle rustling incidents across the North Rift region, attributing the improvement to the ongoing Maliza Uhalifu North Rift security operation. According to the Ministry of Interior, the operation has recovered 172 illegal firearms and 10,173 livestock, marking significant progress in curbing banditry and violence in the affected areas. Launched in February 2023, Operation Maliza Uhalifu North Rift targets banditry and cattle rustling in nine counties: Baringo, Turkana, Samburu, Elgeyo Marakwet, West Pokot, Marsabit, Laikipia, Isiolo, and Meru. Certain hotspots in these counties were designated as “Disturbed” and “Dangerous,” prompting joint efforts by…
Water, Sanitation, and Irrigation Cabinet Secretary Eric Mugaa has announced that Phase II of the Nairobi Rivers Rehabilitation and Restoration Program: Sewerage Improvement Project (NaRSIP II) is 87% complete. In a statement on Tuesday, Mugaa highlighted the project’s significant progress, which has received more than Sh5.7 billion in funding from the African Development Bank (AfDB), the primary financier. “For the AfDB components, the disbursement to date stands at €38.9 million, representing a 62% disbursement rate,” he stated. The Kenyan government has also contributed Sh514 million towards VAT payments for the project. For the 2024/2025 financial year, the government allocated Sh100…
John Mwendwa has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer of the Kenya Investment Authority (KenInvest). The announcement was made on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, in a statement by the KenInvest Board of Directors. Mwendwa is set to officially assume office in January 2025. With over 20 years of experience spanning the public and private sectors, Mwendwa is celebrated for his instrumental role in advancing Kenya’s Ease of Doing Business agenda. His efforts saw Kenya’s global ranking improve significantly, from 136 in 2013 to 56 in 2019. In the past nine years, Mwendwa has spearheaded numerous legal and regulatory…
The Judiciary has announced the transfer of 33 High Court judges in a reshuffle aimed at enhancing efficiency in the delivery of justice. Most of those affected by the changes are presiding judges. A presiding judge serves as the administrative head of a court, overseeing critical duties such as budgeting, case assignments, and managing dockets. They are also tasked with directing court administrators to prepare statistical data and studies, ensuring the smooth functioning of their respective courts. In a letter dated December 16, 2024, Principal Judge Justice Eric Ogola informed all High Court judges of the new transfers. “This is…
The government has amended the Kenya Citizenship and Immigration Act to strengthen regulations surrounding work permits for foreigners. In a gazette notice, Prime Cabinet Secretary and Interior CS Musalia Mudavadi announced the Kenya Citizenship and Immigration Regulations, 2024, highlighting the government’s aim to promote national interests while maintaining Kenya’s status as an international hub. “The proposed amendments aim to strengthen the current regulations on work permits, promoting our national interests through enhanced digital jobs, smooth regional integration, fairness, and increased foreign exchange for the government while ensuring Kenya remains an attractive international and financial hub,” Mudavadi stated. One of the…
The National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) has raised concerns over minors accessing alcohol from dispensing outlets located within petrol stations in Nairobi. In a statement on Tuesday, NACADA CEO Anthony Omerikwa expressed concern over reports of underage individuals purchasing alcoholic beverages in areas such as Lavington, Kileleshwa, Kilimani, and Ngong Road. “National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug (NACADA) is deeply concerned by reports of minors accessing alcoholic beverages, particularly from dispensing outlets located in petrol stations within Nairobi’s Lavington, Kileleshwa, Kilimani, and Ngong Road estates,” Omerikwa stated. He linked the trend…
Former Citizen TV journalist Kimani Mbugua and ex-NTV journalist Eunice Omollo have secured new jobs following their recovery after undergoing rehabilitation. During an interview on Monday, December 16, media personality Steve Thompson Maghana, popularly known as Oga Obinna, announced that Kimani Mbugua would join Obinna TV as a show host starting January 2025. Obinna praised Mbugua’s skills and resilience, stating that he would lead a specific show and department. “There is a show and a department that I would like you (Kimani) to spearhead. You have a job in January. We shall reconvene in mid-January or early February to see…
Chelsea’s Mykhailo Mudryk has been provisionally suspended from football after being notified of a positive drugs test by the Football Association. The winger has not featured in the club’s past five matches. Enzo Maresca, Chelsea’s manager, has cited illness as the cause of Mudryk’s absence. However it has emerged that Mudryk, who has struggled since joining Chelsea for £89m in January 2023, has been missing since producing a contaminated ‘A’ sample. The Ukraine international is waiting to find out whether the result of a ‘B’ sample confirms the initial findings. A club statement said: “Chelsea Football Club can confirm the…
Human rights organizations are calling for further action following the transfer of senior police officers involved in the violent dispersal of anti-femicide protesters on December 10. In a joint statement, the International Commission of Jurists (ICJ), Amnesty International, the Law Society of Kenya (LSK), and the Independent Medico-Legal Unit acknowledged the transfers but demanded more substantial reforms. On December 16, 2024, Inspector General of Police, Douglas Kanja, announced the transfer of Nairobi Central Officer Commanding Police Division (OCPD) Doris Mugambi and Nairobi Central Officer Commanding Station (OCS) Stephen Okal. Mugambi was moved to Vigilance House, while Okal was transferred to…
Hospitals across Kenya have been given until March 31, 2025, to obtain new licenses to handle patient data. In a notice issued on Tuesday, December 17, the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC) directed all health facilities to apply for a Certificate of Data Handler within the first three months of next year. KMPDC CEO David Kariuki stated that starting January 1, 2025, all new health facility registrations must include a valid Certificate of Data Handler or Processor issued by the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC). Facilities that fail to comply with this directive face fines of…
The Coast Water Works Development Agency (CWWDA) has announced a vacancy for the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at its headquarters in Mombasa. In an advertisement published on MyGov on Tuesday, CWWDA stated that it is accepting applications both manually and online. “The Agency wishes to recruit a self-driven and result-oriented Kenyan to fill a vacancy in the Office of the Chief Executive Officer at its Headquarters in Mombasa to facilitate delivery of its mandate,” the notice read. Interested applicants can find detailed job descriptions and application requirements on the agency’s official website, www.cwwda.go.ke. Qualified candidates are required to…
Cabinet Secretary for Mining, Blue Economy, and Maritime Affairs Hassan Ali Joho has issued guidelines on the use of fireworks during the upcoming New Year celebrations. In a statement, Joho emphasized that fireworks displays must only be conducted at authorized locations and in compliance with the Explosives Act Cap 115 of Kenyan law. “Consequently, the public is requested to ensure that fireworks displays are carried out within the requirements of the Explosives Act Cap 115 Laws of Kenya. Fireworks displays should be carried out in an orderly manner so that the general public are not Inconvenienced,” the notice read. Joho…
Plans are in motion to establish a Kenya Police Women’s Football Club, as part of efforts to expand the Kenya Police FC. The Ministry of Interior announced on X (formerly Twitter) that Interior Principal Secretary Dr. Raymond Omollo met with team officials and sponsors, led by Betika Group CEO Mutua Mutava, to discuss the initiative. “Kenya Police FC greatly values Betika’s support and partnership, with discussions aimed at expanding this collaboration to include the development of both the ladies’ team and a youth team, in compliance with @Officialfkfpl club financing rules and FIFA regulations,” the statement said. Kenya Police FC…