Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) chairperson nominee Dr Duncan Ojwang Oburu has pledged to defend the rights of Kenyans and safeguard the independence of the police oversight body if approved for the position. Dr Ojwang told the National Assembly Departmental Committee on Administration and Internal Security during his approval hearing on Wednesday that he would “speak truth to power” while working with the National Police Service (NPS) to improve policing and restore public confidence. “I believe I am courageous. I speak truth. Trust me with that responsibility. We will speak truth to power,” Dr Ojwang told the committee. He said…
Author: David Wafula
Emeka Okafor has an estimated net worth of $30 million. The American former professional basketball player built his wealth primarily through his NBA career, where he earned nearly $90 million in salary over 10 seasons. Okafor was selected second overall by the Charlotte Bobcats in the 2004 NBA Draft, becoming the first draft pick in the franchise’s history. He immediately established himself as one of the NBA’s most dependable young big men, averaging a double-double during his rookie season and winning the NBA Rookie of the Year award. Before joining the NBA, Okafor was one of the biggest stars in…
Zion Williamson has an estimated net worth of $70 million. The American professional basketball player built his wealth through his NBA career with the New Orleans Pelicans, a lucrative rookie-scale contract extension and major endorsement deals, most notably with Nike. Williamson became one of the most highly anticipated basketball prospects of his generation before entering the NBA. After one outstanding season at Duke University, the Pelicans selected him with the first overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft. Known for his extraordinary athleticism, power and dunking ability, Williamson quickly established himself as one of the NBA’s most recognizable young stars.…
Ja Morant has an estimated net worth of $50 million. The American professional basketball player built his wealth through his NBA career with the Memphis Grizzlies, lucrative contracts and major endorsement deals with global brands including Nike and Powerade. Morant entered the NBA in 2019 after being selected second overall by the Memphis Grizzlies. He quickly established himself as one of the league’s most exciting young point guards because of his explosive athleticism, scoring ability and playmaking. Before joining the NBA, Morant became a standout college basketball player at Murray State University. During his sophomore season, he led the NCAA…
Derrick Rose has an estimated net worth of $90 million. The American professional basketball player built his fortune through a long NBA career, major endorsement agreements and one of the most lucrative shoe contracts in basketball history. Rose, who stands 6 feet 3 inches tall, established himself as one of the NBA’s most explosive point guards after being selected first overall by the Chicago Bulls in the 2008 NBA Draft. He became the youngest player to win the NBA Most Valuable Player award in 2011 at the age of 22. Rose was also named NBA Rookie of the Year in…
Rajon Rondo has an estimated net worth of $45 million. The American former professional basketball player built his wealth through a successful NBA career, lucrative contracts, brand endorsements and investments in real estate. Rondo enjoyed a 16-year NBA career, playing for several teams including the Boston Celtics, Dallas Mavericks, Sacramento Kings, Chicago Bulls, New Orleans Pelicans, Los Angeles Lakers, Atlanta Hawks, Los Angeles Clippers and Memphis Grizzlies. The point guard won two NBA championships during his career. He won his first title with the Boston Celtics in 2008 and added a second championship with the Los Angeles Lakers in 2020.…
Scottie Pippen has an estimated net worth of $20 million. The retired American professional basketball player built his fortune during a 17-season NBA career, earning approximately $109 million in salary alone. He also made millions more through endorsement deals, business ventures and other opportunities connected to his fame. Pippen is best known for his legendary career with the Chicago Bulls, where he played alongside Michael Jordan and helped the franchise win six NBA championships. He was a key member of the Bulls’ dominant teams of the 1990s and played an important role in the team’s record-breaking 72-win 1995-96 season. Pippen…
Dennis Rodman has an estimated net worth of $500,000. The former NBA star built his wealth through a 14-year professional basketball career, endorsement deals, book sales, television appearances, professional wrestling, film roles and other entertainment ventures. Rodman became one of the most recognizable basketball players of the 1990s. Known as “The Worm,” he was an exceptional rebounder and defender despite standing just 6 feet 7 inches tall. He won five NBA championships, including two with the Detroit Pistons and three with the Chicago Bulls alongside Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen. Despite earning nearly $27 million in NBA salary alone, Rodman’s…
Carmen Electra is an American model, actress, television personality, singer and dancer who has an estimated net worth of $8 million. Born Tara Leigh Patrick, Carmen Electra rose to fame in the 1990s after building a career in music, modeling and television. Her association with musician Prince helped launch her music career and gave her the stage name Carmen Electra. She later became one of the most recognizable glamour models of the 1990s after appearing in Playboy. Her modeling success opened the door to acting opportunities, including a role as Lani McKenzie on Baywatch. Electra went on to appear in…
Pamela Bach was an American actress and television personality who had an estimated net worth of $1.5 million at the time of her death in March 2025. She accumulated her wealth through acting, television appearances, reality television and real estate investments. Bach became known for her roles in popular television productions including Knight Rider, Baywatch and Sirens. However, much of her public profile was also connected to her marriage to actor David Hasselhoff, the star of Knight Rider and Baywatch. Bach and Hasselhoff were married from 1989 to 2006 and had two daughters together. Their divorce became a major source…
David Hasselhoff is an American actor, singer, director and producer who has an estimated net worth of $10 million. He built his fortune through a career spanning more than four decades, with major earnings coming from television, film, music, endorsements and real estate. Hasselhoff became a household name in the 1980s after starring as Michael Knight in the television series Knight Rider. He later reached even greater international fame as lifeguard Mitch Buchannon in Baywatch, one of the world’s most widely watched television programs. Hasselhoff also developed a successful music career, particularly in Germany and other parts of Europe. His…
The University of Nairobi (UoN) has warned first-year students and their parents against a fake website allegedly being used to scam them over university accommodation. The university issued the warning on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, after receiving reports that the website was targeting newly admitted students seeking information about university hostels. “We have received information that this website has been used to SCAM the first years’ and their parents. Kindly take note that this is not a University of Nairobi website,” the university said. UoN urged students and parents to exercise caution and avoid sharing personal or financial information through…
The National Assembly is set to consider six education sector Bills seeking to introduce wide-ranging reforms in basic education, national assessments, teacher training, curriculum development, tertiary education funding and recognition of academic qualifications. The Bills, sponsored by Leader of the Majority Party Kimani Ichung’wah, have been committed to the National Assembly’s Departmental Committee on Education for public participation and further consideration. The proposed legislation includes the Basic Education (Amendment) Bill, 2026; Kenya National Education Assessment Bill, 2026; Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (Amendment) Bill, 2026; Pre-Service Education and In-Service Training in Basic Education Bill, 2026; Tertiary Education Placement and Funding…
Members of Parliament have questioned the Kenya Law Reform Commission (KLRC) over Sh2.1 million in expenditure that was incurred without the required approval, with the Auditor-General warning that the commission failed to follow budget reallocation procedures. The National Assembly Public Investments Committee on Governance and Education raised the concerns while scrutinising audit queries covering the 2018/19 to 2024/25 financial years. The Committee focused on expenditure relating to commission activities, repairs and maintenance after the Auditor-General flagged spending above approved allocations. According to the Auditor-General’s report, KLRC spent Sh20.6 million against an approved budget of approximately Sh18.5 million on commission expenses,…
The Public Service Commission (PSC) has rejected claims that Kenya’s transition from the Defined Benefits Scheme to the Defined Contribution Scheme created a discriminatory dual-pension system for public servants. Appearing before the National Assembly’s Public Petitions Committee to respond to Public Petition No. 8 of 2026, PSC Deputy Chief Executive Officer Gerald Kuhaka said the transition to the Public Service Superannuation Scheme (PSSS) was designed to give eligible public officers a choice on their retirement arrangements. Kuhaka said the Public Service Superannuation Scheme was established under the Public Service Superannuation Scheme Act and came into effect on January 1, 2021.…