The Social Health Authority (SHA) emphasizes the importance of timely health contributions for informal sector workers. Delays in payment will incur a 2% penalty on any outstanding amounts, and access to healthcare will remain suspended until all arrears and penalties are settled. In a public notice dated August 1, 2026,
Author: Chris Omondi
Kalonzo: I’ll Face Ruto Only at the Ballot in 2027
Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka firmly announced his intention to engage President William Ruto solely through the ballot on Tuesday, August 10, 2027, when Kenyans will elect their next president.Speaking passionately during a rally in Samburu County on Saturday, August 1, 2026, Kalonzo rejected calls for political dialogue with Ruto,
Kiambu Garbage Truck Driver Dies After Electrocution at Dumpsite
A tragic incident occurred at the Kangoki Dumpsite in Thika West Sub-County, Kiambu County, where a garbage truck driver, Joseph Mwangi Muchiri, lost his life due to contact with a high-voltage power line. This heartbreaking event unfolded on Thursday morning when the 42-year-old driver, having just offloaded waste, accidentally raised
NTSA Arrests 250 Jaywalking Pedestrians in Nairobi Crackdown
Over the past 10 days, the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has arrested over 250 pedestrians in Nairobi as part of a focused effort to enforce the use of designated footbridges. This initiative addresses the serious issue of jaywalking, which is classified as an offense under traffic laws, resulting
Western ODM Leaders Back Oparanya for Ruto’s Running Mate in 2027
Leaders from the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) in the Western region are actively advocating for the selection of Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya as President William Ruto’s running mate for the 2027 General Election. During a gathering at Kima Mission Ground for the Luanda NG-CDF project handover on July 31, 2026,
Prof Waceke Wanjohi Challenges John Okumu’s KU VC Appointment in Court
Professor Waceke Wanjohi, the suspended Deputy Vice Chancellor of Kenyatta University (KU), has taken decisive action by filing a petition in the Nairobi Employment and Labour Relations Court. In her petition, dated July 27, 2026, she seeks a ruling to declare the recent appointment of Professor John Okumu as KU's
Gor Mahia Beat Garde Republicaine to Reach CECAFA Kagame Cup Semifinals
Idi Amin’s Kin Disqualified at Commonwealth Boxing Championships
Aziz Abdul, the grandson of former Ugandan president Idi Amin, faced a challenging setback in his pursuit of Commonwealth boxing gold, as he was disqualified for a headbutt during his quarter-final match on Wednesday.Amin famously declared himself the “King of Scotland” in 1976, captivated by the nation, a declaration that
Man Dies After Jumping From a Thika Road Footbridge, Traffic Disrupted
On the morning of Friday, July 31, 2026, transport along Thika Road experienced a temporary disruption when a man reportedly jumped from the Kahawa Wendani footbridge. This incident caused motorists to slow down as emergency services responded swiftly.Social media videos captured the scene, showing vehicles maintaining a safe distance from
Luo Benga Musician Atomi Sifa Arrested Over Alleged Cow Theft
Luo Benga musician Atomi Sifa was arrested on Thursday over allegations of stealing a cow said to belong to Homa Bay County Woman Representative Bensouda. However, the singer has denied the accusations, insisting that he is the victim of a planned set-up.Speaking to his fans through podcasts while being held