Author: Francis Wambua

Eric Munene Mate More than two years ago, Wiselinks Foundation boss Eric Munene Mate was charged at a Milimani Law court for allegedly defrauding a parcel of land worth Sh 40 million. However, today, Mr Mate has continued using his foundation to empower the youths in his community and change lives. “Wiselinks Foundation is all about supporting and empowering youth.” ‘Take a look at our recent football derby in Tharaka Nithi, dubbed the ‘Wiselinks Foundation Tournament’,’ he said on one of his social media accounts some months ago. This is even after a Milimani court two years ago released him…

Nairobi West Hospital Notorious Elite Nairobi West Hospital has been having its parking lot barricaded by GSU and Anti-riot police over what residents term as a move to squash peaceful protests for the encroached kids’ playing ground turned into parking lot space which is public land. The Standard media house had published the story which has since been deleted, after what could possibly be orders and calls from above since the owners of Nairobi West Hospital are untouchable and unbeatable elites in the Presidential high table. They have the illusion of power thinking they wield it. The contested land…

Brian Ouma The University of Nairobi is currently embroiled in a scandal involving allegations of corruption, power struggles, and a complete disregard for academic integrity. At the center of this controversy is Brian Ouma, the institution’s Chief Operating Officer (COO), whose actions have raised serious concerns about the university’s leadership and future. Ouma’s rise to the position of COO has been widely criticized for its apparent illegitimacy. Reports suggest that his appointment bypassed the necessary processes, with the former Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Stephen Kiama, allegedly appointing him in a manner that flouted the university’s established protocols. This controversial move has sparked…

Senator Jackson Mandago DCI recommends withdrawal of the Ksh 1.1 billion case against Uasin Gishu Senator Jackson Mandago alongside his co-defendants Meshack Rono and Joshua Lelei, paving the way for the EACC to assume responsibility for the matter, as ongoing investigations reveal that key details, such as the number of students admitted to Finnish and Canadian universities and the exact fees paid, remain unclear. Also Read: Direct line employee Wycliffe Wabukala deny stealing sh 3.5m theft The decision comes after a DCI report indicated that essential evidence, including visa processing details and the involvement of intermediaries linking the county government…

Jovet (Kenya) and Bavaria N.V.  The court of appeal has confirmed an earlier High Court decision, stating that no valid contractual relationship exists between Jovet (Kenya) and Bavaria N.V.  The judges clarified that Jovet (Kenya) had a private agreement with Jovet (Tanzania) which was the actual distributor for Bavaria’s products in Kenya, noting that Bavaria never appointed Jovet (Kenya) as its distributor and that any claims regarding the termination of the agreement are unfounded. Also Read: Reagan Odhiambo Okello Charged with Ksh 50M Defense Ministry Fraud Jovet (Kenya) initially claimed that Bavaria unlawfully ended its exclusive distribution deal, arguing that…

A suspect charged with conspiracy to commit felony and forgery was this week arraigned in court. Reagan Odhiambo Okello, a Kenyan citizen, appeared in Milimani Law Courts on October 15, 2024, where the prosecution laid out the charges against him.  Reagan Odhiambo Okello Count I: Conspiracy to Commit a Felony The charge alleges that between August 25, 2022, and January 22, 2024, Okello, along with unnamed accomplices, conspired to commit theft of USD 400,000, an amount equivalent to approximately Ksh 50 million. The conspiracy centered around deceiving Cohen Oshry by falsely claiming to have the ability to secure a tender…

Auctioneer Keneth Korir A famous city fake Auctioneer Keneth Korir was on Friday arraigned in court to face charges related to fraud. The accused, Keneth Korir was charged before Milimani Law Court Chief Magistrate with obtaining Ksh 1.6 million after he pretended that he was in a position to effect an eviction order issued by Mavoko Law Courts. According to the court papers, the accused person committed the offense on diverse dates between April 5, and April 13, 2023, at Nairobi County, with the intent to defraud James Njukia trading as Manyota Investment obtained Ksh 1,600,000 from the said James…

Wycliffe Wabukala An employee of Direct Line Assurance Limited has denied a criminal charge of stealing sh 3.5 million from his employer. The accused Wycliffe Wabukala was arraigned before trial magistrate Gilbert Shikwe, where he denied indictment. According to the prosecution, the accused is said to have committed the offense on diverse dates between the 1st of April 2024 and the 30th of the same month. The court was told that the accused stole the money that came into his possession from his employment. The accused was the company’s banker. The court ordered the accused to deposit a cash bail…

Kenyan-born “billionaire” entrepreneur Julius Mwale known for his ambitious investments in healthcare and technology, is currently battling one of the worst scandals of his career. Once known for self-promoting his role as the founder of the ambitious $2 billion Mwale Medical and Technology City (MMTC) project, which aimed to establish a sustainable metropolis in Butere, Kakamega County, Mwale now confronts serious allegations of fraud that have tarnished his public image and raised considerable doubts about the future of his ventures. His grand claims of being a billionaire investor are slowly being washed off by a reality that paints a different…

M-Kopa solar Solar energy provider M-Kopa Solar finds itself in the middle of a turbulent period, with issues surrounding tax compliance and financial operations taking center stage at the company led by CEO Jesse Moore who is reportedly embroiled in a tax dispute with the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) as questions arise about its financial management practices. A key element in this controversy revolves around an ongoing dispute regarding tax claims amounting to Ksh 308.5 million. M-Kopa attributes the financial burden to the failure of over 47,000 customers to repay for solar lighting kits acquired on credit but sources close…