David Robinson is a retired American professional basketball player and entrepreneur who has an estimated net worth of $300 million. He built his wealth through a successful NBA career, during which he earned approximately $116 million in salary, and a business career that expanded into real estate, private equity and other investments. Known as “The Admiral,” Robinson spent all 14 of his NBA seasons with the San Antonio Spurs, winning two championships before retiring in 2003. Robinson is widely regarded as one of the greatest centers in basketball history. He won the NBA Most Valuable Player award in 1995, earned…
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The National Assembly’s Budget and Appropriations Committee has called for a predictable revenue-sharing framework to ensure timely payment of Universal Health Coverage (UHC) workers and prevent counties from accumulating salary arrears. The issue emerged during a consultative meeting between the committee and the Commission on Revenue Allocation (CRA) on draft recommendations for sharing revenue between the national and county governments in the 2027/28 financial year. Committee Chairperson and Alego Usonga MP Samuel Atandi said proposed allocations must be assessed against the actual cost of devolved functions, the country’s revenue outlook and competing expenditure demands facing both levels of government. Atandi…
Linda Mwananchi has appointed political communications strategist Pauline Njoroge as its Interim Head of Communication as the movement continues with its rebranding and organisational restructuring. The appointment followed a meeting of the Linda Mwananchi leadership on Monday to review progress on the movement’s rebranding process and the ongoing establishment of its structures and Presidential Campaign Secretariat. In a statement, the movement said Njoroge brings extensive experience in political and strategic communication, having previously worked on presidential campaigns, as well as with government institutions and intergovernmental organisations. “Pauline brings a wealth of experience in political and strategic communication, having previously worked…
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has arrested a teacher in Bungoma County over allegations of soliciting bribes from unemployed teachers by claiming she could help them secure jobs with the Teachers Service Commission (TSC). The suspect, identified as Lilian Nelima Buluma, teaches at Friends School Kamusinga Boys High School. In a statement, the EACC said Buluma was arrested on October 12, 2026, following preliminary investigations into complaints that she had demanded Sh100,000 from each of three unemployed teachers, amounting to Sh300,000. Investigations indicate that the suspect had allegedly received Sh150,000 through M-Pesa as part of the suspected bribes. According…
Police have arrested a 27-year-old man suspected of being behind a series of house break-ins in Tabuga and its environs in Nakuru County. The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) said the suspect, identified as Calvin Okoli Ndimu, was arrested during an intelligence-led operation in Free Area. According to the DCI, officers from Githioro Police Station raided the suspect’s house following intelligence linking him to a string of burglaries reported in the area over the past two months. A subsequent search uncovered an assortment of items suspected to have been stolen during the break-ins. The recovered items included two 43-inch television…
The National Gender and Equality Commission (NGEC) has advertised job vacancies, inviting qualified candidates to apply for several positions. The commission is seeking to recruit a Senior Legal Officer, Senior Supply Chain Management Officer, Programmes Officer and drivers. Interested candidates are required to submit their applications by post or hand delivery to the Commission Secretary/Chief Executive Officer. The commission has set October 28, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. as the deadline for receiving applications. Applicants have been advised to visit the official NGEC website for more information on the advertised positions and application requirements.
The Technical University of Kenya (TUK) has advertised teaching and administrative vacancies, with applications set to close on October 27, 2026. In a notice issued on Tuesday, October 13, the university announced that it is seeking to recruit a senior lecturer in the Department of Computing and Information Technologies (DCIT). TUK has also advertised lecturer positions in the departments of Civil and Resource Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Surveying and Spatial Sciences, and Computing and Information Technologies. The institution is further seeking to fill a position in University Health, Safety and Wellness Services. Additionally, the university…
Tharaka Nithi Governor Muthomi Njuki has been elected the new chairperson of the Council of Governors (CoG), succeeding Wajir Governor Ahmed Abdullahi. Bungoma Governor Kenneth Lusaka was elected vice chairperson during a full Council meeting held in Nairobi on October 12, 2026. The new leadership team comprises the chairperson, vice chairperson, whip and chairs of the various technical committees. Njuki takes over from Abdullahi, who has led the council since 2024 and was re-elected in October 2025. “I humbly accept the responsibility of serving as Chairperson of the Council of Governors,” Njuki said after being elected. The Tharaka Nithi governor…
Three mourners killed when Kenyan police opened fire at a national farewell for former Prime Minister Raila Odinga were not involved in a clash that sparked gunfire, a BBC Africa Eye investigation has found. During an event held last October for people to pay their respects to Odinga, three people were shot dead after mourners attempted to gain access to the VIP section of Nairobi’s Kasarani Stadium by force. BBC analysis from inside the stadium shows the victims were each between at least 60m (197 ft) and 160m from the scuffles. Kenya’s Interior Minister Kipchumba Murkomen told the BBC that…
Hakeem Olajuwon is a retired Nigerian-American professional basketball player and entrepreneur who has an estimated net worth of $300 million. He built his wealth through a successful 18-year NBA career, during which he earned approximately $110 million in player salaries, and a highly profitable real estate business that he developed after retiring from basketball. Widely regarded as one of the greatest centers in NBA history, Olajuwon spent most of his professional career with the Houston Rockets, leading the team to consecutive NBA championships in 1994 and 1995. Nicknamed “The Dream” because of his graceful movements and exceptional footwork, he became…
Patrick Ewing is a Jamaican-American retired professional basketball player and coach who has an estimated net worth of $75 million. He accumulated his wealth through a successful NBA career, earning approximately $125 million in player salaries, as well as coaching positions and other professional activities. Ewing spent most of his playing career with the New York Knicks, becoming one of the franchise’s most recognizable players and leading the team to multiple deep playoff runs, including an appearance in the NBA Finals. Ewing’s basketball career began at Georgetown University, where he led the Hoyas to their first NCAA championship in 1984.…
John Starks is an American retired professional basketball player who has an estimated net worth of $20 million. He built his wealth through his NBA career, during which he earned approximately $25 million in salary alone. Starks became one of the most recognizable players of the 1990s through his performances with the New York Knicks, where he established himself as a key shooting guard and helped the team compete for an NBA championship. Despite going undrafted, Starks overcame several setbacks to build a successful professional basketball career. He became famous for his powerful dunk against the Chicago Bulls in the…
Charles Oakley has an estimated net worth of $12 million. The retired American professional basketball player built his wealth during a 19-year NBA career, earning millions of dollars through contracts with several teams, including the Chicago Bulls, New York Knicks, Toronto Raptors, Washington Wizards and Houston Rockets. Oakley became known for his physical playing style, defensive toughness and exceptional rebounding. He was an important member of the New York Knicks during the 1990s, helping the team reach the 1994 NBA Finals. He also played alongside basketball legend Michael Jordan during his first stint with the Chicago Bulls and later reunited…
Tyrone Hill has an estimated net worth of $20 million. The retired American professional basketball player built his fortune during a 14-season NBA career, earning millions of dollars in player salaries while establishing himself as one of the league’s dependable power forwards. He played for the Golden State Warriors, Cleveland Cavaliers, Milwaukee Bucks, Philadelphia 76ers and Miami Heat between 1990 and 2003. Hill earned approximately $51 million in NBA salary over his playing career, with his highest annual salary reaching about $7.3 million. His financial success was supported by his longevity in professional basketball, including an NBA All-Star selection in…
A 27-year-old man has been arrested after police recovered a Retay Falcon pistol at Club Cluster in Piai, Mwea East, Kirinyaga County. In a statement, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) said the arrest followed a tip-off from members of the public. Officers from Itangi Police Station responded to the information and arrested the suspect, identified as Jamleck Kariuki Grace. A search reportedly found a Retay Falcon pistol tucked on the right side of his waist, with one live round lodged in the chamber. Police also recovered two spent cartridges. The suspect remains in custody as investigations continue to establish…