Police arrest person of interest in murder of 3 family members in Eastleigh

Police have arrested Hashim Dagane Muhumed, the main person of interest in the murder of three family members in Eastleigh, Nairobi. In a statement on Sunday, November 3, 2024, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) said Muhumed was arrested in connection with the murders of a mother, her daughter, and her 12-year-old niece. Muhumed is […]

Lightning kills 14 at refugee camp

A lighting strike at a refugee camp in Uganda had killed 14 people, police say. They say the victims were attending a church service on Saturday evening when the lightning struck. Another 34 people were injured. A local official told state-run radio that all those who died were children. The incident occurred at Palabek Refugee […]

Cartoon Comedian changes stage name on her birthday

In a statement on Sunday, November 3, 2024, the 24-year-old announced that the change of her stage name was inspired by the urge to have a new start. The comedienne, who announced that she would be using her official name Vanessa Akinyi, said she is also reconnecting with a part of herself that she has […]

‘I am a man on a mission’ – Ruto says as he defends govt projects

Speaking during a church service at the African Divine Church in Nairobi on Sunday, November 3, 2024, Ruto said the programmes are aimed at improving the lives of Kenyans, and not to hurt them. “God promises that he will lift the weak from the dust and they will sit on one table with kings. That […]

Pakistani city orders closure of all primary schools over pollution

Unprecedented air pollution in the Pakistani city of Lahore has forced authorities to close all primary schools for a week. From Monday, 50 per cent of office workers will also work from home, as part of a “green lockdown” plan. Other measures include bans on engine-powered rickshaws and vendors that barbecue without filters. “This smog […]

‘May your legacy keep growing’ – Comedians celebrate Churchill’s birthday in style

Comedian and pioneer of the Kenyan comedy scene Daniel Ndambuki alias Churchill celebrated his 47th birthday on Saturday, November 2, 2024, in grand style. The event took place during the weekend’s edition of the Churchill Show at the Museum Hill Luis Leakey Auditorium and it was an evening full of laughter, joy, and vibrant celebrations. Comedians […]

PHOTOS: Governor Abdulswamad joins Catholics for cultural night celebration in Mombasa

The county chief in a statement shared on Sunday, November 3, 2024, stated that the night event took place at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Nyali, Mombasa, and was presided over by Archbishop Martin Kivuva. Abdulswamad expressed his gratitude for the Catholic event, noting that the Saturday night gathering highlighted the strength and […]