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15/12/2023

The High Court has once again postponed delivery of judgment in the case where Joshua Irungu alias Jowie and former TV news anchor Jackie Maribe are charged with the murder of businesswoman Monica Kimani.

The judgment was initially set to be issued on October 6, 2023 but was deferred after Lady Justice Grace Nzioka was reported to be ill.

14/12/2023

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida is revamping his government as a major corruption scandal in the ruling party has forced the resignations of several ministers including close ally and government spokesman Hirokazu Matsuno.

14/12/2023

According to a report by TIFA, 84% of Kenyans feel that the current economic condition is worse than last year. Additionally, 87% have reduced personal expenditure to adjust to the cost of living

14/12/2023

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has converted his Sh700M private house in Caledonia, Nairobi into an international institute.

The house, situated along Dennis Pritt Road and next to State House, was previously a private residence and unmarked.

14/12/2023

US-based multinational consumer goods giant Procter & Gamble (P&G) plans to leave Nairobi in June 2024 due to the high cost of doing business, dollar shortages, and a sharp decline in sales

P&G has notified workers, contractors, and government officials of its intentions to exit, affecting about 30 direct workers and contractors. Over the years, P&G has eliminated about 30 to 40 roles in cost-cutting measures as sales plummeted and production costs rose

13/12/2023

Not a single leader from the EAC countries attended the Jamhuri Day ceremony, including the chairman of the EAC-President Salvar Kiir of South Sudan.

13/12/2023

Isiolo leaders want bloggers attacking them online to be arrested because they are discouraging them from delivering their promises.

13/12/2023

Tanzania has seen a sharp rise in Covid-19 cases in December, with 65 cases reported in the first two weeks of this month, compared to 37 cases in the whole month of October, the government's Chief Medical Officer, Prof. Tumaini Nagu, said in a statement today.

12/12/2023

CS Moses Kuria has seemingly expressed disappointment at being overlooked for national honours during the 60th Jamhuri Day celebrations, ostensibly suggesting that Deputy President (DP) Rigathi Gachagua played a role in the omission.

12/12/2023

Kenyan flag spotted mounted upside down during IGAD meeting attended by President Ruto in Djibouti

12/12/2023

The Strinda, a commercial vessel, in the Red Sea, was struck by at least one land-based cruise missile from Houthi-controlled territory in Yemen.

12/12/2023

The High Court has issued conservatory orders barring the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) from reviewing fuel prices upward following the hearing an determination of a petition filed by Kituo Cha Sheria.

11/12/2023

Argentina’s new President Javier Milei passes the chainsaw for the first time officially and signs the reduction of ministries in Argentina from 19 to 9 ministries, eliminating 10 ministries at once.

11/12/2023

Uhuru meets Chinese envoy ahead of the 60th Anniversary Celebrations to mark the Kenya-China relations.

11/12/2023

Kituo cha Sheria sues EPRA for retaining fuel cost above Sh200 despite global prices dropping; regulator accused of ignoring consumers' voices.

09/12/2023

President Ruto's arrival in Djibouti for the 41st Extraordinary Assembly of IGAD Heads of State and Government on the conflict in Sudan.

09/12/2023

Kenya Airways has alerted its customers of possible flight delays in the next two weeks due to a global shortage of aircraft spare parts.

09/12/2023

Nairobi has been ranked the top city to visit in 2024. It was ranked top by Lonely Planet which is a travel guide book publisher. France’s Paris and Canada’s Montreal come in second and third respectively.

08/12/2023

Court of Appeal declines to suspend orders declaring appointment of Chief Administrative Secretaries unconstitutional; application filed by nominees led by blogger Dennis Itumbi

08/12/2023

Russian President Vladimir Putin has confirmed he will be running for a third consecutive presidential term in 2024.

08/12/2023

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta holds talks with the US Ambassador to Kenya Meg Whitman at his Nairobi office.

08/12/2023

The High Court has suspended the prosecution of Controller of Budget, Ms Margaret Nyakang’o until May next year.

07/12/2023

Wajir South MP Decries Government Inaction Amid Northern Kenya's Plight

Wajir South MP Hon Mohamed Adow has taken a bold stand against the longstanding marginalization of Northern Kenya, highlighting the region's ongoing struggle with inadequate infrastructure. The MP's outcry comes in the wake of a distressing incident where trucks transporting vital food supplies remained stranded on impassable roads for an alarming 25 days, a situation exacerbated by the government's lack of intervention.

In a passionate address, the MP underscored the pressing need for a tarmac road linking Garissa to Mandera, emphasizing the pivotal role of infrastructure in fostering economic growth and addressing the persistent challenges faced by the region's communities. Expressing frustration over governmental inaction, the MP urged the Somali community to consider fundraising efforts for road construction if the government fails to take immediate action.

This fervent call for attention brings to light the severity of the situation in Northern Kenya, where deficient infrastructure stifles progress and perpetuates socio-economic disparities. The MP's plea serves as a stark reminder of the government's obligation to address the enduring marginalization experienced by the region.

07/12/2023

NHIF has admitted that some of its staff members colluded with hospitals to defraud the scheme of millions of shillings.

07/12/2023

CS Interior Kithure Kindiki orders investigation, arrest, and prosecution of people using social media to incite ethnic and religious intolerance in Lamu.

07/12/2023

Narc-Kenya leader Martha Karua says the creation of the office of the opposition leader, Prime Cabinet secretary and the NG-CDF be subjected to a referendum.

07/12/2023

Dorcas Rigathi says "LGBTQ does not have a place in Africa. It's better to miss out on trade but have our morality."

06/12/2023

The government is pushing for the regularization of CAS positions through a bill in Parliament, aiming to amend four acts to legalize these positions after a court declared them unconstitutional in July.

03/12/2023

KEBS has identified imported oil as unsuitable for human consumption due to high fat content and insoluble impurities. As a precaution, KEBS wants the oil destroyed before it reaches the market. The edible oil in question was imported from Malaysia, leading the DCI to question KNTC officials about the importation process. n.

01/06/2022

The split that threatened the existence of Degodia Committee.

Communication sent to Degodia gubernatorial aspirants by the Ag Degodia Committee chairman postponing the much expected nomination of single Degodia governotorial nominee has sparked mixed reactions.

Thursday meeting was called off after Committee members failed to reach consensus on methodology of picking family nominee. In their first meeting, members accused each other for biasness, favouritism and canvassing votes for their preferred candidates.

The chairman who is politically aligned to Mohamed Fai called off the meeting after he realised that his preferred candidate has no support from the committee and will not garner more than one vote.

Most members who are retirees have secured jobs for themselves and close kins with the aspiring candidates.

Splinter group is expected to endorse and announce their own candidate without the blessings of the chairman and the full committee.

14/05/2022

Breaking News:

Wajir East Mp, Eldas Mp and Dr Hassan Fuje had a meeting this morning to strategies ahead of Fai meeting which expected to commence ant time from now at Razana Hotel South C.

08/05/2022

Hon Ugas Sheikh and Hon Mohamed Fai had series of meetings for the past two weeks. The two aspirant are working on formula to have one candidate from Tarbaj Sub county.

Hon Ugas Sheikh with his elders want Hon Mohamed Fai to shelve his ambition and support their course. The two teams are yet to have a break through but it is reported to be progressing well.

The meeting is sponsored by the Deputy President who wants to have one strong Fai gubernatorial candidate to be his point man.

05/05/2022

The rift has widened.

Wajir jubilee line up is facing looming fallout after two rival groups have emerged within the alliance. Dr Hassan is unable to balance the power play displayed by the aspirants.

Dr. Hassan has been promising both Hon Fatuma Gedi and Hon Barey Diis the woman rep slot in his line up a slot that can only be occupied by one aspirant.

Liteny of broken promises has exposed the Doctor and the center can no longer hold. As of yesterday, Dr. Hassan and his inner circle have resorted to play neutral and will not endorse anyone for the position of Women Rep.

In other developments, Hon Barey Diis is expected to be announced as the sole Degodia nominee for the position of Wajir Women Rep by the steering commitee of the National Degodia Women.

30/04/2022

Not yet over.

Former CAS Mohamed Elmi has moved to the tribunal court to quash Dr Hassan jubilee nomination.

26/03/2022

Update: Hon Shallow off to UDA.

26/03/2022

Deadline Day.

Wajir Deputy Governor Hon Werar has signed for UDA. He has been linked with many parties latest being KANU before settling for UDA.

Wajir Governor MAM has been assured the Jubilee ticket by the party leader. Governor MAM is a life member and a sitting Jubilee Governor which gave him the upper hand. Hon Enow and HE MAM are expected to team up rekindling 2013 county line up.

CAS Hon Elmi is expected to join UDM anytime today. UDM had Senator Kabareta as their gubernatorial flag bearer and he is expected to hold his first rally in Orahey today where he will declare his interest for the Wajir gubernatorial seat. However, It's believed that Hon Elmi and Kabareta will have a meeting tomorrow where they will form a county team. Hon Elmi will be the governor nominee and Hon Kabareta as Senator nominee for UDM party.

Former Wajir Governor Hon Ahmed Jir has already secured ODM ticket. He will have a Muqbul deputy governor and Hon Shallow as his Senator. Hon Shallow was close to joining UDA after being promised 40 Million but the decision was opposed by the ANC, Ajuran highest decision making organ. Offers and counter offers might sway Hon Shallow thus as a person he is yet to make a conclusive decision.

Dr Fuje whom is considered a newcomer in politics has decided to try his luck with Jubilee, a party that has already decided to have the sitting governor as its flag bearer. We are closely monitoring the movements of Dr Fuje.

Hon Ugas will be flying the PNU ticket in Wajir County. He was a plan B for the UDA party before Hon Werar signed for UDA.

25/03/2022

Parts of Mandera County experienced Heavy rains.

28/11/2021

Sure bet......

09/06/2021

Aaboow markale soo nooqo.

Governor MAM is missed by the good people of Wajir. His leadership, justice and down to earth personalities is hugely missed.

Despite all the hurdles and barricades set by the MCAs and enemies of development, he managed to score high in matters of development and community cohesion.

For the first time in many years, inter clan clashes has come to an end courtesy of his good heart, negotiations skills and endeavours towards peace building.

Today Insha Allah Wajir people's prayers will be answered and people's Governor will come back.

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Wajir South MP Decries Government Inaction Amid Northern Kenya's Plight Wajir South MP Hon Mohamed Adow has taken a bold stand against the longstanding marginalization of Northern Kenya, highlighting the region's ongoing struggle with inadequate infrastructure. The MP's outcry comes in the wake of a distressing incident where trucks transporting vital food supplies remained stranded on impassable roads for an alarming 25 days, a situation exacerbated by the government's lack of intervention. In a passionate address, the MP underscored the pressing need for a tarmac road linking Garissa to Mandera, emphasizing the pivotal role of infrastructure in fostering economic growth and addressing the persistent challenges faced by the region's communities. Expressing frustration over governmental inaction, the MP urged the Somali community to consider fundraising efforts for road construction if the government fails to take immediate action. This fervent call for attention brings to light the severity of the situation in Northern Kenya, where deficient infrastructure stifles progress and perpetuates socio-economic disparities. The MP's plea serves as a stark reminder of the government's obligation to address the enduring marginalization experienced by the region.

Parts of Mandera County experienced Heavy rains.

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