Major Setback for Matiang’i in Quest For Presidency It looks like former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i may not be in the running for the 2027 presidential race. This comes after Gem MP Elisha Odhiambo threatened to take legal action against him. On Thursday, July 3, the MP accused Matiang’i of being behind a wave of terror that resulted in the discovery of numerous tortured bodies in River Yala between 2021 and 2022, declaring him unfit for the presidency. In a press release, the MP announced his intention to pursue legal action to hold Matiang’i personally responsible for these extrajudicial…
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Pope Leo XIV Appoints Kenyan Bishop to New Role at Vatican Pope Leo XIV has made a significant move by appointing Willybard Kitogho Lagho, a Kenyan Bishop from the Catholic Diocese of Malindi, to the Vatican Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue. This announcement came out on Friday, July 4, and Lagho is set to become part of one of the key administrative groups within the Roman Curia. The Roman Curia plays a vital role in helping the Pope manage the Catholic Church’s affairs. At present, Lagho is also the Chairperson of the Commission for Inter-religious Dialogue and Ecumenism (CIRDE) at the…
Albert’s Uncle Reveals Political Seat Ojwang Wanted to Contest in 2027 The tragic story of Albert Ojwang, a dedicated teacher and social media influencer, has taken a heartbreaking turn. His uncle shared that Albert was gearing up to run for the Kokwanyo Ward Member of County Assembly (MCA) seat in the upcoming 2027 general election. During the emotional burial service held on Friday at his family home in Kakoth Village, located in Kokwanyo, Homa Bay County, his uncle revealed that Albert was not only determined but also hopeful about securing the position, even if it meant trying more than once.…
Court Rules on Arrest of Ndiangui Kinyagia Blogger Ndiang’ui Kinyangia, who had been missing for several days, finally appeared in court on Thursday morning—bringing an emotional end to the desperate search led by his family, lawyers, and concerned citizens. His mother, Lilian Wanjiku, was present in court as the judge gathered to decide what steps to take next. Kinyangia’s lawyers said he looked “sick and traumatized” and was unable to fully participate in the legal proceedings. Speaking on behalf of the family, Lawyer Kibe Mungai told the court that fellow advocate Wahome Thuku had informed him of Kinyangia’s location on…
PHOTOS: Inside Albert Ojwang’s Parents’ Complete House, Built in 2 Weeks The Homa Bay County Government has finished building a new two-bedroom house for the parents of the late Albert Ojwang, just a day before he was laid to rest. Governor Gladys Wanga shared the news on Thursday morning, saying Albert’s wish to build a better home for his parents had come true, even though he was no longer around to see it happen. The newly built house sits next to Mzee Meshack Ojwang’s older home. It features a beige exterior with white highlights and a staircase leading to the…
Mob Burns Man Alive in Kisii After He Confessed to Killing and Cooking His Wife, And Serving Her to His Children A 50-year-old man from Sungubo village in Kisii County was burned to death by an angry mob after he admitted to killing his wife and cooking her body. The man, identified as Stephen Onserio, confessed to brutally murdering his wife. Shockingly, he told locals that he cooked parts of her body and fed them to his children. The horrifying revelation sparked outrage in the community. Nyamache OCPD Kipkulei Kipkemoi confirmed the incident, saying that Onserio had a violent past.…
Liverpool Star Diogo Jota Dies in Car Crash at 28 Liverpool forward Diogo Jota has tragically passed away in a car accident at the age of 28. His younger brother, André Silva, aged 26 and also a professional footballer, died in the same crash. The incident happened early Thursday morning in Zamora, Spain. According to Spain’s Guardia Civil, the two were driving a Lamborghini when a tyre burst while overtaking another vehicle. The car veered off the road and caught fire, killing both brothers. Jota had recently married his long-time partner, Rute Cardoso, in a ceremony on June 22. The…
Missing Activist Ndiangui Kinyagia Found, Family Lawyer Confirms Missing blogger and activist Ndiangui Kinyagia is reportedly alive and safe, according to his family lawyer. Wahome Thuku, the lawyer representing the family, shared that Ndiangui, who has been missing for over 10 days, is currently in hiding due to concerns for his safety. In a statement posted on Facebook on Thursday, July 3, the lawyer revealed that Ndiangui had contacted a family member on Tuesday evening, reassuring them that he is indeed alive and doing well. “I wish to inform Kenyans that Mr Ndiangui, who went missing last week, has contacted…
Ailing president Salva Kiir prepares volatile succession With South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir undergoing medical tests abroad after years of rumours about his health, analysts say a long-gestating plan has been set in motion to secure his succession. Kiir returned from at least 10 days in the United Arab Emirates on Wednesday, with state media saying he had been “exploring new avenues for economic cooperation”. But members of his entourage, speaking on condition of anonymity, previously told AFP he was there for medical tests — reinforcing long-held concerns about the 73-year-old’s health. The world’s youngest country, South Sudan has been…
IMF Issues Statement After Investigating Corruption in Ruto Govt After months of diving deep into a governance diagnostic assessment within President William Ruto’s administration, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has wrapped up its evaluation. The Bretton Woods Institution announced the conclusion of the assessment on Tuesday evening, which was focused on pinpointing vulnerabilities to corruption in the current government. With the assessment now complete, the lender indicated that a report detailing the mission’s findings and suggested strategies to combat corruption in Kenya would be published before the year wraps up. This governance diagnostic, carried out by the IMF’s Technical Assistance…