We will tell you about the final chord of the tournament, which the reliable bookmaker 1xBet has been supporting as the general sponsor for the second year. The real final The sell-out at Panpaper Ilala Stadium for the 2024 Waziri Supercup final paid off with uncompromising competition similar to the Africa Cup of Nations decisive game. Only in a penalty shootout did Compel FC, a representative of Kenya’s second-tier division, break the resistance of Lugulu FC and become the winners. Additional motivation for the finalists was the presence of former Inter, Parma, and Real Sociedad forward McDonald Mariga, as well as…
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Muturi’s Survival Plans: How DP’s Ties with Ruto Could Save His Job Despite Impeachment Pressure Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi’s ties with Kenya Kwanza may complicate efforts by some MPs to impeach him. Muturi faces growing pressure to step down after he publicly criticized the government over the alleged abduction of his son. A seasoned politician, Muturi has a background as a former magistrate and served as National Assembly Speaker for 10 years. His alliance with Kenya Kwanza, through the Democratic Party (DP), could also hinder attempts to remove him from office. Though the coalition agreement doesn’t prevent parliamentary…
Ruto Allies Fear Losing Second Term as Public Confidence Erodes, Sifuna Says Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna claims that political leaders close to President William Ruto are worried about losing their chances for a second term. In an interview on Wednesday, Sifuna explained that the public’s lack of trust in Ruto’s government has reduced the likelihood of another term in office. “The biggest change we’ve seen recently is that people now understand they hold more power than the leaders,” he said on Spice FM. “These leaders are scared. When you listen to the President and those around him, you can tell…
South Korea’s President Yoon Becomes First Sitting Leader Arrested Amid Political Crisis South Korea’s President Yoon Suk Yeol has become the first sitting president to be arrested, ending a weeks-long standoff between investigators and his security. Yoon, who tried to impose martial law in a move that caused national unrest and led to his impeachment, is now under investigation for charges of insurrection. While his impeachment is still being reviewed by the constitutional court, Yoon remains technically the president. Investigators had to use ladders and wirecutters in freezing conditions to break through barricades set up by Yoon’s security in order…
Kapseret MP Oscar Sudi Slams CS Justin Muturi Over Exposé on Abductions- You Can Ship Out Kapseret MP Oscar Sudi has strongly criticized Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi following an exposé implicating the government in abductions across Kenya. On Wednesday, January 15, Sudi accused Muturi of seeking political relevance through what he described as a desperate move. He questioned the timing of Muturi’s revelations, labeling them as a ploy for attention. “This is nothing but a blackmail attempt to regain lost political ground,” Sudi stated. “The timing reeks of cowardice and a desperate attempt to stay politically relevant.” Sudi…
Sheikh Hasina’s Niece Tulip Siddiq Resigns as UK Treasury Minister Amid Corruption Storm UK Treasury Minister Tulip Siddiq has stepped down following mounting pressure linked to a corruption investigation in Bangladesh. She referred herself to Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s standards adviser, Sir Laurie Magnus, after scrutiny over connections to her aunt, Sheikh Hasina, Bangladesh’s former prime minister. Although Sir Laurie found no evidence of wrongdoing, Siddiq failed to recognize the reputational risks associated with her family ties. Siddiq said her resignation was necessary to avoid distractions for the government and maintained her innocence. Siddiq, the Labour MP for Hampstead and…
Kenya on High Alert: Deadly Marburg Virus Claims 8 in Tanzania Eight deaths have been reported in Tanzania’s Kagera region following a suspected outbreak of Marburg Virus Disease (MVD). Despite this, health officials emphasize that there are no current restrictions on travel or trade with the country. The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a high alert for neighboring nations, including Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), and Mozambique. “Surveillance and response efforts must be strengthened at key border points. Neighboring countries should work together to standardize reporting processes,” WHO stated. WHO Urges Heightened Preparedness WHO…
Kithure Kindiki Jets Out to Mozambique – Key Details Revealed Kenya’s Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has traveled to Mozambique to represent the country at the inauguration of Mozambique’s President-Elect Daniel Francisco Chapo. In a statement made on Wednesday, January 15, Kindiki shared that before leaving, he met with Ahmed Moalim Fiqi, Somalia’s Foreign Affairs Minister, at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA). The minister was on his way back to Somalia from Cairo, Egypt. Kindiki stated, “I am traveling to Maputo to represent Kenya at the inauguration of Mozambique’s President-Elect. Before my departure, I had the chance to discuss matters…
Prominent Kenyan Lawyer Passes Away After Short Illness The legal community is mourning the loss of renowned lawyer and Senior Counsel Judy Thongori, who passed away after a brief illness. With over three decades of expertise in family law, Thongori leaves behind a legacy of excellence and dedication. In 2003, Thongori established Judy Thongori & Co. Advocates, a law firm that gained recognition for its expertise in family law litigation, advisory, and mediation. Throughout her career, she represented numerous clients in family disputes at all judicial levels and was a vocal advocate for public awareness on family law through television,…
Lee Kinyanjui Reveals Ksh.471 Million Net Worth During Cabinet Secretary Vetting Lee Kinyanjui, the nominee for the position of Cabinet Secretary for Investment, Trade, and Industry, recently revealed that his total net worth is valued at Ksh.471 million. The former Nakuru Governor shared this information during his appearance before the National Assembly’s Committee on Appointments for vetting on Tuesday. Kinyanjui explained that his assets consist mainly of shares in family-run businesses as well as various properties he owns. According to Kinyanjui, the shares he holds in family businesses are estimated to be worth about Ksh.399 million, while the value of…