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  Police are said to be investigating a church in Brooke Trading Centre, Ainamoi constituency, Kericho County, over suspected cult-like practices. The investigation began after an incident involving three pupils from a school within The Browns Plc tea estate. According to Kericho East Directorate of Criminal Investigations Officer Rhoda Kanyi, the pupils exhibited signs of possession after receiving items such as necklaces and key holders from the church. The incident unfolded after their parents took them to the church for prayers. “When the pupils returned to school, the head teacher reported that they started convulsing and speaking incoherently,” Kanyi said. The
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  The Ministry of Environment, Climate Change and Forestry has partnered with the Council of Governors (CoG) to enhance pollution control, focusing on Kenya’s cities and residential areas to promote healthier living conditions. Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale emphasized his ministry’s commitment to collaborating with CoG to strengthen counties’ capacity to adopt a circular economy. This initiative includes developing Material Recovery Facilities (MRFs) and related infrastructure. Duale spoke during a consultative meeting on Wednesday with CoG CEO Mary Mwiti, where they assessed the current status of Kenya’s Natural Resource Management (NRM). The two leaders explored various sectoral issues, including the government’s efforts
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  Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale defended Kithure Kindiki on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, after Kindiki failed to appear before the Senate to answer questions regarding the Ministry of Interior. Khalwale emphasized that Kindiki now serves as the deputy president following Rigathi Gachagua’s impeachment. He pointed out that the National Assembly’s approval of Kindiki’s nomination effectively elevated him to the role of Deputy President and Interior Cabinet Secretary. Kindiki was scheduled to appear alongside Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi. However, both officials sent letters to the Senate informing them of their inability to attend the session. In his communication, Kindiki
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  President William Ruto will officially open and dedicate the Kes.4.5 billion Cardiothoracic Centre at Tenwek Hospital in Bomet on Thursday. Funded and equipped by donors from the U.S., the Billy Graham Memorial Cardiothoracic Centre honors the late American evangelist. Tenwek Hospital, managed by the Christian Hospitals Association of Kenya, is the first Christian rural-based facility to successfully perform heart surgeries, setting a standard for major government hospitals. Located in Silibwet, Bomet County, the centre aims to increase its patient capacity from 250 to 2,000 annually. “Tenwek Hospital handles 50 percent of the corrective surgeries in Kenya each year. Many more
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  A tragic accident claimed the life of senior High Court advocate James Onchiri Nyaata outside the Kajiado Law Courts on October 21. Witnesses found Nyaata’s body beneath his car, with severe head injuries. Earlier that evening, Nyaata was last seen at a bar across from the courthouse. Police reviewed CCTV footage, which provided insight into the events leading to the incident. Around 9:26 p.m., three individuals assisted Nyaata to the rear of his vehicle, leaving him with his messenger, who was supposed to drive him home. However, the CCTV footage revealed a fatal mistake. The messenger entered Nyaata’s car, reversed
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  An audit has uncovered the improper investment of Kes.2.1 billion intended for coffee farmers from the coffee cherry fund. The funds were deposited in a commercial bank, violating directives from the National Treasury. Auditor General Nancy Gathungu criticized the fund administrators for placing Kes.2,181,054,794 in funds into a call account, stating that farmers have not received value for their money. Gathungu referenced a March 26, 2018, Treasury circular, which instructed state corporations and semiautonomous agencies to invest surplus funds in treasury bills or bonds directly through the Central Bank of Kenya. The directive also required the retirement of funds previously
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  Mining and Blue Economy CS Ali Hassan Joho has urged Kenyans to invest in the mining sector to seize its lucrative opportunities. Speaking before the National Assembly’s Departmental Committee on Environment, Forestry, and Mining, Joho noted that foreign investors dominate the industry, reaping significant returns on their investments. He cited Indonesia and China as examples of countries where investors have amassed billions from mining. Joho called on MPs to support his efforts to establish a comprehensive policy framework that would guide the mining sector. He proposed several strategies to streamline the industry, including enforcing the payment of royalties to foreign
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  Media personality Janet Mbugua has voiced strong opposition to the Constitution of Kenya (Amendment) Bill, 2024, which seeks to extend the term limit for Members of Parliament from five years to seven years. In a letter to the Clerk of the Senate, Mbugua outlined her concerns about the implications of this proposed change and called on the public to take action. Mbugua shared a gazette notice indicating that the bill received its first reading in Parliament on September 26, 2024. After this, the Senate referred the bill to the Standing Committee on Justice, Legal Affairs, and Human Rights for further
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  Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader Raila Odinga has been named Kenya’s most influential figure in a survey conducted by Infotrak. The survey, released on October 23, 2024, showed that 26 percent of respondents identified Raila as the most influential individual in the country. President William Ruto ranked second with seven percent, despite facing considerable criticism and opposition this year. The recently impeached former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua took third place with six percent. Embakasi East MP Babu Owino tied with the Gen Z movement, each receiving five percent. Owino has maintained strong support among young people and stood with them
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