Author: Sema Yote

Fraud Allegations Put Cooperative Bank and NCBA A naked protest outside a Cooperative Bank branch has sparked outrage and raised tough questions about the treatment of customers by banks in Kenya. The shocking incident involved a woman who stripped outside the bank, claiming her money had mysteriously vanished from her account. The naked protest quickly went viral, not because of the act itself, but because it symbolised the deep frustration many customers face when banks dismiss their complaints. The woman’s actions were non-violent but highlighted a sense of helplessness and betrayal. Cooperative Bank only responded after the video circulated widely…

Felix Wambua, the National Coordinator of the FreeKenya Movement and a 2027 senatorial candidate for Machakos County, has criticized the government for what he termed as misplaced priorities—focusing on building churches and prisons while neglecting key socio-economic issues affecting ordinary Kenyans. Speaking in response to President William Ruto’s recent Ksh 20 million donation to AIC Church Machakos, Wambua questioned the growing trend of large-scale religious donations by political leaders. He pointed specifically to the construction of a Ksh 1.2 billion church at State House, which he said symbolizes the administration’s intention to use religion as a tool for psychological control.…

Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Dr Fred Matiangi has urged the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) to expand voting access for Kenyans living abroad by increasing the number of polling stations ahead of the 2027 General Election. Speaking during a diaspora engagement forum, Matiang’i emphasised the critical role Kenyans abroad play in the country’s democratic process and economy, urging the IEBC to prioritise inclusivity and fairness. “There are thousands of Kenyans abroad who want to participate in building the country through the ballot. We must make that possible by ensuring they have access to polling stations where they are,” he…

Alphonse Munene Mutinda The High Court has directed city lawyer Alphonse Munene Mutinda to refund over Sh25.9 million that he received more than 15 years ago for the acquisition of cemetery land on behalf of the defunct Nairobi City Council. Justice Esther Maina of the High Court ruled that the payment to Mr. Mutinda was part of a fraudulent scheme surrounding the controversial purchase of a 120-acre parcel of land in December 2008, for which Sh283 million was disbursed. The land was later deemed unsuitable for use as a cemetery, although the funds had already been distributed among individuals and…

Renowned activist Boniface Mwangi was arrested on Saturday, July 19, 2025, by detectives at his Lukenya home in Machakos County over alleged involvement in facilitating terrorist activities during the anti-government protests held on June 25. According to police sources, officers recovered two mobile phones, a laptop, and several notebooks from his residence during the early morning raid. Mwangi was later escorted to his Nairobi-based office at Mageuzi Hub on Rose Avenue, where a further search yielded nine assorted external hard drives, two laptops, company seals for Brave Media Ltd and Courage Ltd, a company stamp, six cheque books, stamp duty…

A matatu allegedly owned by President William Ruto’s son, George Ruto, has caused a stir online after a video emerged showing it completely covered in stickers, including across the windscreen. The vehicle, which operates in Nairobi, is plastered with vibrant stickers from the front to the rear, raising questions about visibility and road safety. Many Kenyans on social media are now wondering how the driver can see the road clearly, especially through the heavily obscured windscreen. Some users praised the matatu’s “unique artistry” and flashy urban appeal, while others criticised what they termed as a blatant disregard for basic traffic…

Newly appointed IEBC Chairperson Erastus Ethekon has disclosed that the commission has received formal requests from members of the public seeking to recall four sitting Members of Parliament. Ethekon, who took office recently amid high expectations for electoral reforms, said the requests are currently under review, with the commission set to follow constitutional procedures before any action is taken. “We have received petitions from various constituencies regarding the recall of four MPs. As per the law, we are verifying the authenticity of the complaints and assessing whether they meet the legal threshold,” he said during a media briefing on Friday.…

Tim Orao Shikalo Vincent Oloa Wanton A businessman has been charged in connection with a gold scam involving Sh38.1 million. Tim Orao Shikalo, also known as Vincent Oloa Wanton, appeared before Milimani Principal Magistrate Benmark Ekhubi, where he pleaded not guilty to the allegations. Shikalo, the director of Youth in Business Africa, is accused of fraudulently obtaining USD 265,200 (approximately Sh38,188,800) from Asianic Ltd by falsely claiming he could supply 580 kilograms of gold to the company. The alleged offence took place in Nairobi County between February 1 and August 2, 2024. Authorities say Shikalo, acting jointly with others who…

The Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) is now pushing for access to the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) and National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) databases in a bid to track down loan defaulters, some of whom are reportedly living large, buying cars, but refusing to repay their student loans. In a bold move to tighten the noose on elusive beneficiaries, HELB says linking its system with tax and vehicle registration records will help identify individuals with the financial muscle to settle their debts but who have chosen not to. “It’s unacceptable that someone can afford a car but claim they…

What started as a routine road trip turned into a movie-worthy heist for one unsuspecting motorist and a hilarious takedown for Makindu’s finest! A 38-year-old man identified as Musyoka Mutava, now infamously trending in police circles, has been nabbed in Makueni after allegedly masterminding a highway ambush straight out of a bad action film. The victim, cruising in a silver Subaru Trezia from Mombasa to Malaba (probably vibing to Afrobeats and minding his own business), decided to do a good deed by picking up two hitchhikers in Mariakani. But kindness, they say, can sometimes come back with a slap, literally.…