Author: Ezekiel Ikatwa

In a moment that has left millions around the world in awe, Robert Francis Prevost has been officially announced as the new pope, taking on the revered name Pope Leone XIV. This monumental event marks a new chapter in the history of the Catholic Church, capturing hearts and minds with a mix of excitement, reverence, and anticipation. Born in the United States, Pope Leone XIV’s rise to the papacy is nothing short of remarkable. Known for his deep compassion, unwavering faith, and profound dedication to social justice, he is poised to lead the Church into a transformative era. A champion…

Chaos is simmering in Kenya’s Upper Eastern region as land disputes and overlapping ownership claims fuel unrest, Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen has revealed. The region is caught in a whirlwind of conflict, where the battle for land ownership is tearing communities apart. Murkomen painted a grim picture of the situation during the Jukwaa la Usalama forum, pointing to the absence of title deeds, multiple claims on single plots, and illegal occupation as the sparks igniting these bitter confrontations. But that’s not all; there’s more trouble brewing! The CS didn’t hold back as he delved into the darker side of the…

Nairobi City residents turned out in large numbers on the third day of public consultations on the proposed Constitution of Kenya (Amendment) Bill, 2025. Members of the public in Embakasi Central, Dagoretti South, Kasarani, Embakasi East, and Starehe constituencies gathered at their respective National Government Constituencies Development Fund (NG-CDF) offices to share their views in the ongoing nationwide exercise. In Embakasi Central, area MP Hon. Mejja Donk Benjamin Gathiru was among the leaders and stakeholders from the constituency that participated in the exercise. The proposed amendment seeks to anchor the National Government Constituencies Development Fund, the National Government Affirmative Action…

In a shocking turn of events, Emurua Dikirr in Narok County was plunged into chaos as rival political groups violently clashed, leaving several people nursing severe injuries. The peaceful atmosphere of the usually calm town was shattered as heated political tensions escalated into a full-blown confrontation, marked by chaos and disorder. Eyewitnesses described the scene as nothing short of a battlefield, with angry chants quickly giving way to physical altercations. Armed with crude weapons, the rival groups descended upon each other in a brutal showdown, leaving deep cut injuries in their wake. Blood stained the streets as locals scrambled to…

A wave of shock and outrage has engulfed the quiet town of Migwani in Kitui County after a dramatic confrontation between law enforcement and locals left a man nursing gunshot wounds. The bizarre and chaotic sequence of events unfolded when an angry mob captured two women suspected of livestock theft. The locals, acting on a tip-off, cornered the women and triumphantly reclaimed six goats allegedly stolen from various homesteads in the area. The agitated crowd, still buzzing from the successful recovery, prepared to hand over the suspects to the authorities. However, what was supposed to be a victory for the…

In a dramatic twist, Philip Nahashon Aroko, the prime suspect in the shocking murder of Hon. Charles Ong’ondo Were, has confirmed that he will surrender to the authorities. The fugitive, who has been on the radar of law enforcement, announced his intention to turn himself in at the Gigiri Police Station, just hours after the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) issued a public alert urging him to come forward. Aroko, whose whereabouts had remained a mystery, is said to hail from a well-known neighborhood and is described as a figure with deep connections within the community. Known for his involvement…

In what looks like the deadly fraud of recent days, two directors of Brighter Africa Limited are implicated in an investment fraud that saw innocent businessmen lose up to Sh20 million. The two were arraigned before a Nairobi court yesterday on charges of conspiracy to defraud. The two are Brian Mukolwe and Yvette Atieno Okoth. Both of them are couples. Appearing before Milimani Chief Magistrate Lucas Onyina, they denied the charges and pleaded for a lenient bond term. According to the prosecution, the two committed the offence between April and May 2024. The court heard that Andanje Sheila Buyechero, who…

In a surprising turn of events, Kenya’s Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) has reported a dramatic decline in passenger numbers, with a staggering drop of over 200,000 commuters in recent months. This unexpected plunge has left many questioning what could have triggered such a massive reduction in ridership. Sources from Kenya Railways indicate that the once bustling train stations are noticeably quieter, as fewer passengers are opting for the previously popular rail service. Analysts are now scrambling to understand the root cause behind this shocking drop. Is it rising ticket prices, shifting travel preferences, or perhaps growing competition from other modes…

Sirisia Member of Parliament, Hon. John Waluke, on Monday led hundreds of residents in a public participation forum aimed at collecting views on the proposed constitutional amendment to entrench the National Government Constituencies Development Fund (NG-CDF), National Government Affirmative Action Fund (NGAAF), and Senate Oversight Fund into the Constitution of Kenya. The event, held at the Sirisia NG-CDF offices, brought together residents from the three wards of the constituency – Namwela, Lwandanyi, and Malakisi/South Kulisiru – who voiced overwhelming support for the entrenchment of the three funds. Hon. Waluke emphasised the critical role these funds play in community development, education,…

Tongaren Member of Parliament, MP Dr John Chikati, led a charged public participation forum uniting residents from all six wards in a spirited push to entrench the National Government Constituencies Development Fund (NG-CDF) into the Constitution. The event, held as part of a nationwide consultation on a proposed constitutional amendment, brought together locals from Milima, Ndalu/Tabani, Naitiri/Kabuyefwe, Soy/Sambu/Mitwa, Tongaren, and Mbakalu wards. The proposed amendment also seeks to anchor the National Government Affirmative Action Fund (NGAAF) and the Senate Oversight Fund into law, following legal concerns over the constitutional status of the current frameworks. Dr Chikati, who is serving his…