Author: Sema Yote

It was a day full of surprises for Eldoret resident Silas Kipkemboi after learning that he was the lucky winner of a brand-new Toyota Noah van courtesy of the Omoka na EPL promotion by leading online betting firm Odibets. The promotion required participants to place bets on last season’s English Premier League matches, with Silas emerging as one of the top winners. Unaware of his win, Silas was left in shock when he was contacted and informed that he had bagged the grand prize. “I honestly did not expect this. I was just enjoying the EPL games and placing my…

Sunday morning turned sorrowful after a horrific accident occurred at Soymet Bridge Bomet, around 5:00 AM. According to reports, a lorry carrying three occupants lost control and veered off the road before plunging into a river. Sadly, two people lost their lives on the spot, while the sole survivor was rushed to Kaplong Mission Hospital, where he is currently receiving emergency treatment. Local authorities and rescue teams responded quickly to the scene, retrieving the bodies and securing the area. Police have since launched investigations into the cause of the crash, though overspeeding and poor visibility at dawn are suspected factors.…

A popular entertainment spot in Nakuru club Space Next Door, is facing heavy criticism after images surfaced online showing female hostesses dressed in full primary school uniforms while serving customers. The marketing gimmick, allegedly aimed at drawing in patrons, has triggered public backlash, with many Kenyans accusing the club of promoting indecency and sexualizing school attire associated with minors. Parents, activists, and education stakeholders have condemned the act, terming it a dangerous trend that undermines the dignity of schoolchildren and sends the wrong moral message. While some patrons defended the move as “just entertainment,” the incident has reignited debates around…

David Onyango Ochanda in USD 225,968.64. In a breakthrough, detectives from the Operations Support Unit (OSU) have arrested David Onyango Ochanda, the man at the center of a high-level gold scam that duped an American investor out of USD 225,968.64. According to authorities, the scam dates back to April 3, 2024, when the foreign investor arrived in Nairobi to finalize a supposed deal for 3,370 kilograms of gold. Everything appeared legitimate at first; the investor was taken to an office at Gate 53, Chalbi Drive, in Lavington, where he was presented with a formal Sales and Purchase Agreement. To further…

Kenya’s law enforcement system is once again in the spotlight, this time through the lens of one of its own. Dr Margaret Awino Ongale, the first DCI female officer to earn a doctorate, has officially launched her new book, Transforming the Law Enforcers, a detailed and research-backed examination of how targeted reforms within the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) can improve performance, ethics, and public service delivery. The book is based on extensive quantitative and qualitative research involving DCI officers, civil society representatives, and community leaders. It explores how reforms in training, personnel management, and the use of modern technology…

It was a day of pure joy for Simon Murrey from Ronda, Nakuru, and David Maragia from Kiambu after being crowned the grand winners of the OMOKA NA EPL 5G promotion by Odibets. The two lucky betting fanatics each received their winners’ cheques yesterday, marking a life-changing moment for both. For David, the news came as a complete surprise when the Odibets team showed up at his workplace. “At first, I thought it was a prank,” he said with a beaming smile. “When they handed me the cheque, I was completely speechless. This win will help me expand my business…

Lilian Wangui Odwoma, alias Lilian Weru, has appeared before Magistrate Dolphina Alego, where she denied multiple fraud-related charges linked to a multi-million shilling case. According to court reports, between May 6, 2024, and May 20, 2024, in the Westlands area, Lilian Wangui Odwoma, alias Lilian Weru, allegedly conspired with others—who are not before the court—to defraud Elizabeth Wanjiku Muigai of USD 50,000 and KES 30 million. Prosecutors claim that the accused pretended she could assist the complainant in securing a standby letter of credit from Pacific Concord International FZC in Dubai, fully aware that the claim was false. In addition…

Benson Odero Gembe and Emmaculate Adhiambo Odhuno have appeared before Magistrate Dolphina Alego, where they denied charges related to an alleged gold fraud involving over USD 54,000. According to the prosecution, the two, together with other suspects not before the court, are accused of conspiring to defraud M/S Sonali Purbia Malviya and Mohammed Adel. The alleged offence took place between August 24, 2024, and October 19, 2024, in Nairobi City. The prosecution claims that the accused pretended they could sell 35 kilograms of gold bars to the complainants, knowing the claim was false. They face charges of obtaining money by…

Football supporters planning to watch Harambee Stars battle Zambia in Sunday’s African Nations Championship (CHAN) clash at Kasarani Stadium have been told to be in their seats at least five hours before kickoff. The Local Organising Committee (LOC) issued the strict directive on Tuesday, August 12, stressing that only mobile e-tickets will grant entry; printed tickets will not be accepted. The move comes after chaotic scenes on Sunday, August 10, when some fans forced their way into the stadium without valid tickets. To curb such incidents, the LOC insists that all tickets must be purchased solely through the official online…

Parliament has rejected a key motion seeking to roll out Universal Health Coverage (UHC) nationwide and enforce a policy requiring all public servants to seek medical care exclusively in public health facilities. The proposed measures were touted as a step toward strengthening Kenya’s public health system, improving service delivery, and reducing the cost burden on ordinary citizens. However, MPs opposed the plan, citing gaps in infrastructure, inadequate staffing, and the need for systemic reforms before such policies could take effect. The decision is seen as a setback to government efforts to make quality healthcare accessible to all, and it is…