Man allegedly mauled to death by dogs in Bondo Kenya

Police in Bondo sub-county have initiated an investigation into the suspected mauling death of a 27-year-old man, Stephen Lilungo, in Rabonde ‘A’ village, Ajigo sub-location. Lilungo, who worked as a home guard, was reportedly attacked and killed by his employer's dogs a few days ago. According to Bondo sub-county Criminal Investigations

Ukrainian troops capture two North Korean soldiers

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced on January 11 that Ukrainian forces have captured two North Korean soldiers as prisoners of war (POWs) in Russia's Kursk Oblast. In a Telegram post, Zelensky described the operation as challenging, noting, "Usually, Russia and other North Korean military personnel finish off their wounded and

Government Launches Ksh. 28 Billion police modernization Program

Kiganjo police recruits arrested for forged documents

The Kenyan government has announced a significant Ksh. 28 billion modernization initiative aimed at enhancing the operational efficiency and welfare of the National Police Service (NPS). This comprehensive program will involve the acquisition of 3,000 vehicles, including state-of-the-art protective gear and armored vehicles, over the next two years. During an interdenominational

CS Justin Muturi says his son was abducted and demands action.

Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi has urged for the urgent arrest of individuals involved in the abductions of young Kenyans that have been occurring since June 2024. Speaking to the media on Sunday, Muturi emphasized the need to address this alarming trend, stating that the ongoing abductions must be

MP Nelson Koech criticizes the Executive for vetting failures

Nelson Koech, the Chair of the National Assembly Departmental Committee on Defence, Intelligence and Foreign Relations and MP for Belgut, has expressed his discontent with the Head of Public Service Felix Koskei and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for their apparent failure to adequately vet nominees for diplomatic positions. Koech's comments

New Vatican guidelines allow Gay men to be Catholic Priests

In a significant development for the Catholic Church in Italy, new guidelines approved by the Vatican state that homosexual men can train to become priests, provided they do not "support the so-called gay culture." The Italian Bishops' Conference released the 68-page document online, emphasizing the importance of celibacy in priestly

Raila Odinga on AUC race: Winning is not a matter of life and death

Azimio leader Raila Odinga has downplayed the urgency surrounding his bid for the chairperson position of the African Union Commission (AUC), asserting that it is not a matter of life and death for him. While acknowledging the presence of formidable competitors, Odinga expressed his readiness to return to his activities

Sudan’s new currency strategy boosts bank deposits, sparks controversy

In a controversial move, the Sudanese government has introduced new banknotes and mandated that citizens open bank accounts, a strategy that Finance Minister Jibril Ibrahim claims has increased bank deposits and bolstered the army’s war efforts against the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF). However, critics argue that this initiative has

Celebrating Charlene Ruto: A young leader and advocate for Change

As the daughter of President William Ruto, Charlene Ruto has emerged as a prominent figure in her own right, carving a niche as a passionate advocate for youth empowerment and social change. Known for her initiative and commitment to impactful leadership, Charlene is not content to rest on her family's

Museveni’s controversial son General Muhoozi Kainerugaba quits X

Major General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the son of Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni, has announced his departure from the social media platform X. The general, known for his provocative tweets, cited a renewed commitment to his military responsibilities as the driving force behind his decision. At 50, Gen Kainerugaba has garnered significant attention