Author: Sema Yote

61-year-old German national Elke Kurz, mother of two, has accused Kwale Governor Fatuma Achani’s political advisor, Mshenga Ruwa, of conniving and leading to her loss of Sh2 million. Mr. Mshenga is reportedly a known wheeler-dealer within Kwale and Mombasa and is said to have used businessman Richard Onsongo to con the unsuspecting German national. The devastating ordeal took place in 2023 when Kurz landed in Kenya with plans to settle and invest along the Kenyan coast. According to Ms. Kurz, her plan, together with her business partner, Yusuf Salim, was to build a beach hotel in Diani, only to be…

This fig tree (Mogoiywet) is found in the Angata Barikoi area in Kilgoris Constituency, Narok County. The tree is approximately 300 years old. It is said that the prominent Kipsigis prophet, Mugeni arap Monde, made several prophecies under and around this tree, some of which have come to pass. Mugeni was known for his visions and prophecies about future events in the Kipsigis region, which came to him during his daily activities. Therefore, this tree is sacred to the Kipsigis community, as Mugeni blessed it and decreed here that the Kipsigis people should forever guard their land and ancestry from…

Chemelil Sugar Factory is no longer just about sweet crystals; it’s now the epicentre of a bitter showdown! On Tuesday, furious workers downed their tools and lit the fire of rebellion, protesting what they call a raw deal cooked up in the backrooms of government and private boardrooms. At the heart of the storm? A controversial leasing deal has handed the beloved Nyanza-based factory to Kibos Sugar and Allied Companies. Workers are calling foul, claiming the move not only slices their pay cheques but also strips them of their hard-earned rights. Imagine working for months without a single coin, only…

FAKE GOLD FRENZY: 11 NABBED IN SPRING VALLEY AS 350 KGS OF FOOL’S GOLD SEIZED IN HIGH-STAKES STING In a dramatic crackdown on Nairobi’s rampant gold scams, detectives arrested Allan Zephaniah Onyango and ten others in Spring Valley, seizing 350 kilograms of fake gold in a high-stakes sting. This elite syndicate, posing as legitimate dealers, duped victims out of hundreds of thousands of dollars using counterfeit gold, forged documents, and props mimicking official Ministry of Mining gear. Detectives from the Nairobi Regional Criminal Investigations Office pounced on a high-profile gold scamming syndicate, arresting eleven suspects and seizing a jaw-dropping 350…

At only 36 years old, Dr. Bernard Chitunga has shattered records and made headlines by becoming the youngest chancellor in Kenya’s history, taking the reins at the Cooperative University of Kenya. A true trailblazer, Dr. Chitunga’s rise to this prestigious position is nothing short of inspirational, a bold testament to ambition, intellect, and relentless determination. In a vibrant installation ceremony filled with pomp, pride, and powerful speeches, the youthful academic leader officially stepped into a role often reserved for seasoned veterans decades older. However, age is no barrier for Dr. Chitunga, whose dazzling credentials, visionary leadership style, and passion for…

ATTENTION, BETTING BOSSES! Your flashy ads and high-stakes hype won’t see the light of day unless they pass through the watchful eyes of the Kenya Film Classification Board (KFCB)! In a fresh twist to Kenya’s growing clampdown on gambling, all gambling operators are now required to submit their advertisements to KFCB for thorough vetting and approval before they’re broadcast on TV, radio, online platforms, or even posted on a billboard. That’s right, no more catchy jingles, seductive slogans, or “bet now, win big!” pitches without a government green light. Whether it’s a flashy TV commercial during halftime, a slick social…

In a dramatic sweep through Kenya’s cyberspace, the government has sounded the alarm on more than 50 rogue betting websites that have been operating illegally within the country’s internet domain. These digital outlaws, lurking behind flashy interfaces and catchy domain names, have now been officially outed for running without proper authorization. From suspicious online casinos to dubious investment platforms and questionable news outlets, the list reads like a rogues’ gallery of internet mischief. The crackdown, led by the Communications Authority of Kenya, aims to sanitise the digital streets and protect unsuspecting netizens from falling victim to scams, data breaches, and…

In a country accustomed to annual tax hikes and painful levies, President William Ruto’s Finance Bill 2025 is sending shockwaves across Kenya. For the first time in recent memory, the government is proposing a budget with no new taxes. Instead of squeezing more out of already strained citizens, Ruto’s administration is promising a more disciplined approach—cutting unnecessary spending, increasing fairness in taxation, and tightening loopholes that allow corporations and individuals to cheat the system. It’s a bold, almost radical shift in policy. But could it be the change Kenya desperately needs? The Finance Bill 2025 could mark a pivotal moment…

In a decisive ruling that sent shockwaves through Kenya’s political landscape, the High Court has upheld the decision to oust former Kakamega Senator Cleophas Malala from his powerful post as Secretary-General of the United Democratic Alliance (UDA). Justice Bahati Mwamuye, delivering the much-anticipated judgment, firmly dismissed the earlier tribunal ruling that had temporarily handed Malala a lifeline. In a sharp and unambiguous decision, the court declared that the Gazette Notice published on August 19, 2024, which formally announced Malala’s removal, remains valid, lawful, and binding. This ruling deals a major blow to Malala’s political ambitions within UDA and cements the…

Tension is brewing in Nandi County, as health workers have accused the county government of ordering them back to work without a clear agreement in place. In a memo dated April 25, 2025, the Chief Officer for Health and Sanitation demanded that all Universal Health Coverage (UHC) staff and Community Health Promoters (CHPs) resume duties immediately for a headcount exercise, following a consultative meeting between the Ministry of Health and the Council of Governors. But the workers are pushing back, claiming they’re being herded back to duty with no formal return-to-work framework and no assurance that their longstanding grievances will…