The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has cautioned Kenyans to remain vigilant when meeting individuals they have only interacted with online, citing a worrying increase in incidents linked to first-time encounters. In a statement issued on Saturday, February 14, detectives revealed that several reported cases stem from initial meetings arranged through social media platforms and […]

By Chris_Akali on 02/14/2026

In Nairobi’s fast-growing estates and leafy suburbs, whispers had begun to circulate about a strange new trend. Some young men, struggling to make ends meet, believed there was a shortcut to wealth – not through hard work or business, but through what they called “powerful love spells.” They claimed these mysterious charms could attract affluent, […]

By Kriss on 02/14/2026

The Cabinet Secretary for Education, Julius  Ogamba, has addressed growing concerns over delayed payments to professionals contracted to administer and mark the 2025 national examinations and assessments. In a press statement, the Ministry acknowledged complaints raised by supervisors, invigilators, security personnel, examiners, and other contracted staff who participated in the national examinations process. The Ministry […]

By Kriss on 02/14/2026

Kalonzo Musyoka on Friday held closed-door talks with Oburu Oginga in Machakos as tensions continue to simmer within the Azimio la Umoja-One Kenya Coalition Party. The meeting, described as strategic and consultative, comes at a time when the coalition is grappling with an internal leadership dispute that has exposed divisions among key principals. Although details […]

By Kriss on 02/13/2026

The High Court has stopped the Music Copyright Society of Kenya (MCSK) from collecting royalties from copyright users following a major licensing dispute. In a ruling delivered on Friday, February 13, the court upheld a decision by the Kenya Copyright Board (KECOBO) to deny MCSK renewal of its licence as a Collective Management Organisation (CMO) […]

By Chris_Akali on 02/13/2026

As Valentine’s Day draws near, more Kenyans are using music streaming platforms to sort through complex emotions, with breakup anthems rising just as sharply as romantic ballads. Fresh figures released by Spotify show that streams of heartbreak songs in Kenya jumped by 62 percent between 2023 and 2025. Over the same period, love-themed tracks recorded […]

By Kriss on 02/13/2026

In a quiet village in Kakamega, many believed Pricah’s story had already been written. A Standard Five dropout, she spent years helping at the market, enduring whispers from neighbors and relatives who labeled her a failure. At family gatherings, she was the example of “what not to become.” As seasons passed and suitors overlooked her, […]

By Kriss on 02/13/2026

National Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohamed has accused former President Uhuru Kenyatta of fueling internal wrangles within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), dismissing claims that President William Ruto is behind the party’s troubles. While speaking in Lamu County on Thursday, February 12, the Minority leader appeared to respond to Siaya Governor James Orengo, who had […]

By Kriss on 02/12/2026

Embattled Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Secretary General Edwin Sifuna has secured a temporary reprieve after the Political Parties Disputes Tribunal (PPDT) halted attempts to remove him from office. In orders issued on Thursday, the tribunal suspended any implementation of resolutions seeking to oust Sifuna, pending the hearing and determination of an application challenging the process. […]

By Kriss on 02/12/2026

A section of Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leaders has come out strongly to defend Secretary General Edwin Sifuna following attempts to remove him from office, terming the move illegal and politically motivated. Embakasi East MP Babu Owino dismissed the push to oust Sifuna, arguing that those behind it lack the legitimacy to do so. “There’s […]

By Kriss on 02/12/2026

For many individuals, marriage remains a cherished goal that somehow always seems slightly beyond reach. You may have made genuine efforts like meeting new people, attending gatherings, or trying online dating platforms but nothing seems to improve. In the beginning, it is easy to blame circumstances. It may feel like poor timing or simple misfortune. […]

By Kriss on 02/12/2026

Oburu Odinga has launched a scathing attack on former President Uhuru Kenyatta, accusing him of misleading and ultimately disappointing Raila Odinga during the last General Election. Speaking on Tuesday during the National Elections Council meeting, Dr. Oburu claimed that Uhuru made grand promises to Raila that were never fulfilled. According to Oburu, despite publicly presenting […]

By Chris_Akali on 02/12/2026

Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has clarified the status of Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Secretary General Edwin Sifuna following reports that he had been ousted from the powerful party position. Speaking on Citizen TV’s JKL Live show hosted by Jeff Koinange on Tuesday night, Mbadi stated that Sifuna has not been removed, but has instead […]

By Kriss on 02/11/2026

Former Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Secretary General Ababu Namwamba has broken his silence following the controversial removal of Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna as the party’s Secretary General, delivering a sharp rebuke to what he termed as attempts to “rewrite history” within the party. In a strongly worded statement addressed to National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John […]

By Kriss on 02/11/2026

Edwin Sifuna has been removed from his position as Secretary General of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), marking a significant shake-up within the party’s top leadership. The decision was confirmed on Tuesday by senior ODM officials after a resolution passed during a National Executive Council (NEC) meeting held on Wednesday, February 11. In a statement […]

By Kriss on 02/11/2026

President William Ruto has launched a fierce counterattack against his former deputy over criticism of the NYOTA Fund, dismissing him as an unemployed “idler” with no moral authority to question government programmes aimed at empowering young people. Speaking during a public engagement on Tuesday, President Ruto said he had taken note of what he termed […]

By Kriss on 02/11/2026

Patrick had grown up in a small village on the green hills of Bungoma, where opportunity often felt as distant as the horizon. Despite his sharp mind and determination, every job application he sent out seemed to vanish into silence. By his mid-twenties, frustration had begun to weigh heavily on him. One afternoon, on the […]

By Kriss on 02/11/2026

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has criticised the government’s use of the NYOTA Fund programme, saying it is a World Bank–supported initiative that is being implemented in several African countries and should not be politicised for electoral gain. Speaking on the programme, Gachagua noted that NYOTA is not unique to Kenya, pointing out that it […]

By Kriss on 02/11/2026