Author: Salma Khamis

The High Court in Nairobi has affirmed the Senate’s decision to suspend nominated Senator Gloria Orwoba for one session, upholding the disciplinary action taken against her for misconduct. Justice Lawrence Mugambi ruled that the Senate acted within its jurisdiction in disciplining Orwoba, emphasizing that she had openly refused to acknowledge the Senate’s authority in investigating her conduct. In his ruling, Justice Mugambi noted that Orwoba had explicitly stated her intention not to participate in the Senate’s inquiry process. He pointed out that during her appearances on the 7th and 9th of the month, Orwoba walked out of the proceedings, thus…

Motorists have been urged to avoid the Embu-Meru highway following a fatal crash involving a Tahmeed bus traveling on the Isiolo-Mombasa route and two trucks. The tragic accident, which took place near the Sewage area in Embu Town on Wednesday night, January 15, has claimed the lives of two individuals and left many others injured. Reports indicate that the victims include one truck driver and his turnboy, who died instantly. The trucks involved were transporting timber and maize, while the Tahmeed passenger bus was en route to Mombasa. According to witnesses, the accident occurred when one of the trucks, heading…

Head of Presidential Special Projects & Creative Economy Dennis Itumbi has praised the National Intelligence Service (NIS) saying it is the backbone of the stability of the country and region. His comments come in the wake of criticism from among others Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justine Muturi the NIS was behind the abduction of his son Leslie last year in June. Muturi fingered NIS Director General Noordin Haji for the incident and demanded an explanation on the motive. Muturi was then the attorney general of the country. On his part, Itumbi argued in a statement he stands with NIS and…

The fire brigade was recalled Thursday morning to the University of Nairobi to contain a fresh fire that broke out there. This came hours after a huge fire broke out at the institution’s Taifa Hall on Wednesday night, causing huge damage to the building. Flames were detected from the same scene on Thursday morning forcing officials there to call the fire brigade. The fire is said to have started from a kitchen of a restaurant within the structure before it spread out to other areas. The wing also houses part of the administration offices. Central Officer Commanding Police Division (OCPD)…

Outgoing US President Joe Biden has warned of a dangerous oligarchy taking shape in America, as he delivered his farewell address and brought a decades-long career in politics to an end. “Today, an oligarchy is taking shape in America of extreme wealth, power and influence that really threatens our entire democracy, our basic rights and freedom,” he said on Wednesday. Biden touted his record in office and said the “seeds are planted” for Americans to feel the benefit of his policies in the years to come. But he used his final televised speech from the Oval Office to issue a…

Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) has deployed additional personnel to address a backlog caused by a failure of the Social Health Authority (SHA) system. Chief executive officer Evanson Kamuri acknowledged a slight lapse in patient care on Wednesday and reassured the public that the SHA system is now fully operational and aligned with the KNH system. “Normal operations have resumed, and patients are being attended to,” he said in a statement to newsrooms. He noted that recent system downtime experienced over the last two days temporarily disrupted some services, causing delays in patient clearance and administrative processes. “We deeply regret the…

Kenya’s 2025/26 budget is projected to reach Sh4.48 trillion, reflecting a notable rise from the Sh3.94 trillion allocated for the 2024/25 financial year. The increase of Sh540 billion highlights the government’s commitment to tackling national priorities and boosting economic resilience. Among the key sectors, the energy sector will see the largest boost, with its budget rising by Sh100 billion, underscoring the government’s focus on enhancing energy infrastructure and ensuring a stable power supply. In addition to the energy sector, the government has prioritized sustainable economic growth, infrastructure development, and improving social services, including healthcare and education. The proposed budget also…

“SHA is not working, we are tired,” patients and their families expressed their frustration as they stormed Health Cabinet Secretary Deborah Barasa’s press briefing, with others camping outside the Ministry of Health’s office in protest over the persistent issues with the State Health Insurance (SHA) system. Patients at the Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) claimed that they were stranded due to system malfunctions, leaving many unable to access the medical services they desperately need. The patients, visibly frustrated, expressed their heartbreak at the government’s failure to improve the health system, despite promises made in the past. They criticized the authorities for…

A Kenyan citizen has sued X Corp, the owner of the social media platform “X” (formerly Twitter), accusing the company of enabling the spread of harmful and inappropriate content in Kenya. In the petition filed under certificate of urgency, the petitioner claims that the platform is awash with content promoting pornography, hate speech, incitement to violence, and violations of privacy.  “The X corp has with the sole end of profiteering allowed, entertained, encouraged, acquiesced in and/or promoted in its social media platform “X” (formerly Twitter) the publication and access in Kenya of content that constitutes hate speech, incitement…

An attack on Kitisuru Member of County Assembly (MCA) Alvin Olando in Nairobi’s Central Business District (CBD) on Tuesday, January 14, has sparked strong condemnation from both political and public figures. Olando was assaulted by a group of individuals whom he claims were sent by Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja due to their political differences. “I was walking through the city when a group of goons attacked me from behind and started accusing me of being a thief,” Olando recounted. “After the assault, I went to report the incident at Central Police Station and later sought medical treatment at Aga Khan…