Govt confirms additional Mpox cases in Kenya
In an update dated Friday, January 17, 2025, Health Cabinet Secretary Deborah Barasa stated that the latest cases have been reported from Kericho and Taita Taveta counties. In addition, Barasa noted that the confirmed cases have been reported in 12 counties with Nakuru reporting the highest number of Mpox patients. “The Ministry would like to […]
Ruto assigns Agriculture CS Kagwe urgent task moments after swearing-in
Newly sworn-in Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe was on Friday, January 17, 2025, thrown into the deep end immediately after taking over the docket from his predecessor Andrew Karanja. After subscribing to the oath of office and pledging his willingness to support Kenya Kwanza’s development agenda, President William Ruto informed CS Kagwe that his first […]
US embassy in Nairobi to close temporarily on Monday
The United States government has announced that its embassy premises in Nairobi will be closed on Monday, January 20, 2025. “The embassy will be closed on Monday, January 20, 2025, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,” the embassy stated. Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a U.S. federal holiday marking the birthday of the late […]
‘Vandalizing infrastructure will be met with full force of law’ – DCI warns public after nabbing 2
Police officers from Ntulele Police Station are holding onto two persons of interest linked to the vandalism of a public bridge under construction. According to DCI’s report, the duo was apprehended after the officers swiftly responded to the said tip-off and tracked a lorry which was being used to transport metal beams. They intercepted the […]
Kenya Railways announces disruption to Nanyuki train service
Kenya Railways has announced the suspension of the Nanyuki safari train service scheduled for Friday, January 17, 2025, due to technical issues along the route. In a statement released on Thursday, January 16, 2025, Kenya Railways cited a blockage on a section of the railway line that has made train movement between Nairobi and Nanyuki […]
University of Nairobi issues update on night fire incident
In a statement on Friday, January 17, 2025, Hutchinson said that all students and staff at the institution are safe and accounted for adding that finance and student records housed in the affected building remain intact. In addition, the acting VC disclosed that the inferno destroyed part of the University’s iconic Gandhi Wing which houses […]
Pope Francis injures arm after falling at the Vatican
In a statement, the Holy See press office said that due to a fall Thursday morning in the Casa Santa Marta, the pope’s residence, the 88-year-old pontiff “suffered a contusion to his right forearm, without fracture.” The statement added that his arm has been “immobilized as a precautionary measure.” Official pictures showed the pope wearing […]
Film icon David Lynch dies at 78
David Lynch, an influential director known for his unique and surrealistic films and TV shows, including Blue Velvet and Twin Peaks, has died at the age of 78. His death was confirmed via his official Facebook page, where his family wrote: “It is with deep regret that we, his family, announce the passing of the man […]
SpaceX Starship test fails after Texas launch
Officials at Elon Musk’s company said the upper stage was lost after problems developed after lift-off from Texas on Thursday. But the Super Heavy booster managed to returned to its launchpad as planned, prompting an eruption of applause from ground control teams. The mission came hours after the first flight of the Blue Origin New […]
Zuchu Vs Wasafi FM: Singer to sue Diamond’s station for defamation
Tanzanian bongo flava songstress Zuchu has announced her intention to file a lawsuit against Wasafi FM and her longtime music collaborator, Diamond Platnumz. The singer’s decision follows a segment aired on Wasafi FM – Diamond’s media entity- where the hosts mocked her, claiming that the ‘Naringa’ hitmaker was desperate and pressuring Diamond to marry her. […]