A Nairobi based businessman has advised President William Ruto to engage his deputy face to face for the sake of stability. Mustafa Maalim said as it stands, Ruto has no option other than engaging Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua for a candid conversation to find a longstanding solution. “There are few options for now in addressing this political differences between the president and his deputy. He has to engage him,” he said. Maalim added there is need for Ruto to stop his cabinet and Members of Parliament currently abusing Gachagua. “Gachagua is a Deputy President and must be respected. The members…
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A medical doctor who opposed the proposed taxes by treating those injured in the protests was Sunday night released. Dr. Austin Omondi was abducted and detained at the Parklands police station, Nairobi. Police were behind the drama. He was among a group of doctors overseeing a blood donation event at the Sikh Union Club Chandaria, Forest Road when he was picked up. The motive for the incident was not immediately known. His colleagues however cited the arrest to the ongoing protests against the proposed taxes. His team had offered medical attention to those who were injured in last Thursday’s protests…
Cabinet Secretary for Education, Ezekiel Machogu, Monday announced Early Childhood Development (ECD), primary and secondary schools will open for the first term of 2024 on January 8. Machogu said Form One students will report to their new institutions on January 15. “All field officers of the Ministry of Education have been advised to report to their duty stations on all working days to assist parents with necessary preparations regarding the 2024 School Calendar,” the education minister said. Machogu urged parents and guardians to exercise utmost parental responsibility to appropriately guide their children during the festive season. “Particularly, parents must caution…
James Smart stands out as a prominent Kenyan journalist, making his mark as a news anchor and reporter at Standard Media Group, KTN in Nairobi. Renowned for anchoring weekday newscasts, Smart has a substantial professional background, having previously worked at Nation Media Plc, NTV, where he served as a news anchor and general assignment reporter. His captivating appearance and comprehensive news coverage have garnered him millions of viewers. James Smart Origin James Smart’s roots trace back to Gorogocho Slums, Nairobi County, Kenya, where he was born and raised by both parents. He proudly identifies as a Kenyan, with African-Kenyan ethnicity…
The Government has emphasized on the need to support talent and skills in sports and creative arts. Prime Cabinet Secretary, Musalia Mudavadi has affirmed Government’s commitment to support the youth, nurture and grow their talents across the country. He also highlighted the benefits of monetizing talent and creative works as a means of empowering the youth, job creation and contributing to economic growth. “Let us remain united as a people, look at emerging opportunities for the youth and help build their talents so that their talents can take them to greater heights,” said Mudavadi. He was speaking when he presided…
Julie Gichuru stands as a distinguished Kenyan businesswoman and serial investor, widely recognized for her substantial investments in media, fashion, and entertainment. Beyond her business acumen, Julie holds key roles as an independent director at Acumen Communications Limited and as a trustee of the African Leadership Initiative EA. Julie Gichuru Birthday Born on January 7, 1974, in Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya, Julie Gichuru is a proud Kenyan with roots embedded in the Nandi community of the Kalenjin group. Raised in Nairobi, she emerged as a notable figure in the Kenyan business landscape. Julie Gichuru Height Julie Gichuru embodies charm and…
The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) Sunday announced the temporary closure of a section of Mombasa Road for a week. The closure will commence on Monday, December 25, at 9:00 pm to Sunday, December 31, at 4:00 am. This may cause chaos on the affected road even though most motorists have left the city for the festive season. KeNHA Director General Kungu Ndungu clarified that the closure is essential for the evacuation and installation of a cross channel along the Mombasa Bound lanes of Mombasa Road (A8) near Imaara Mall. “This is to allow for the excavation and installation of…
British billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe has agreed to buy a 25% stake worth about £1.25bn in Manchester United. As part of the deal, Ratcliffe’s Ineos Group will take control of the club’s football operations. Ratcliffe, 71, will also provide $300m (£236m) for future investment into Old Trafford. The announcement comes 13 months after the club’s owners, the Glazer family, stated they were considering selling to “explore strategic alternatives”. The American family bought the club for £790m ($1.34bn) in 2005. U.S. Forces Intercept Four Drones In Southern Red Sea Australian Businessman Convicted Of Foreign Interference For China In Landmark Case United…
Hyperloop One, the company famed for its ambitious vision of propelling people at incredible speeds through vacuum tubes, has officially closed its doors. Originally conceived based on Elon Musk’s idea, the company aimed to revolutionize travel by significantly reducing journey times. Virgin founder Richard Branson had initially supported Hyperloop One, but he withdrew his backing last year. According to Bloomberg, the remaining staff will be laid off by the end of the year. Hyperloop One had proposed a futuristic mode of high-speed travel utilizing magnetic levitation (maglev) technology within a vacuum tube. This innovative approach was designed to minimize friction…
Four young men were Sunday morning shot dead by gunmen in an ambush in Nairobi’s Buruburu area. Police said they are investigating the incident that happened at about 3 am. A team that visited the scene said they recovered swords from the men aged between 20 and 30. Other sources said the car and some of the suspects had been spotted and linked to a robbery in Kisii that had gone bad. This was during a robbery at a supermarket last week. Some of the suspects managed to escape the drama. Out of the six suspects who had been linked…