TikTok Influencer Kan Maiyo Arrested Over Alleged Incitement to Violence
Nairobi, July 9, 2025 – Popular TikTok personality and Nairobi-based businessman Godfrey Mwasiaga Kakan Maiyo, known online as “Kan Maiyo,” was arrested on Wednesday by detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI). The arrest stems from a viral video in which he is accused of inciting violence against police officers and their families. Maiyo, who has amassed over 25,000...
Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo survives impeachment motion
Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo survives impeachment motion as Senators dismisses a petition filed by the County Assembly on technicality A total of 31 Senators votes to end the process, while 12 Senators voted against termination. The Senate upheld a preliminary objection citing that the Assembly's sittings on 18th and 26th June 2025 were procedurally flawed, rendering the impeachment invalid.
Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah Challenges Lang’ata Housing Project in Court
Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah has filed a court petition seeking to stop the construction of a 17-storey affordable housing project in Lang’ata. The senator argues that the development involves the illegal conversion of public land and has been initiated without the necessary environmental assessments. Omtatah further claims the project was launched without proper public participation or regulatory approvals, posing serious...
Kenya Launches First Dedicated Drone Airspace at Konza
The Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) has officially approved the Konza National Drone Corridor, making it the country’s first controlled airspace reserved exclusively for drone operations. Announced on Wednesday, July 9, by the Konza Technopolis Development Authority (KoTDA), the newly designated corridor is designed to enable safe and secure long-distance drone flights. The initiative is seen as a major boost...
At Bangbet, CSR Is Not a Department – It’s a Cultur
Nairobi, Kenya – July 5, 2025 – In today’s fast-evolving business environment, the pressure on companies to “give back” has never been higher. But at Bangbet Kenya, corporate social responsibility (CSR) is not a box to check — it’s a belief system. This was made abundantly clear during the launch of the company’s flagship initiative, Changing Lives – Powered...
Abducted Juja MP George Koimburi Found Dumped in Kiambu Coffee Plantation
Juja Member of Parliament (MP), who was allegedly abducted yesterday, Sunday, 26th May, has been found alive, dumped at a coffee plantation in Kiambu county. His family has confirmed that he is currently receiving treatment at Plainsview Hospital in Ruiru town. Koimburi was reportedly abducted by unknown individuals outside Full Gospel Church in Mugutha, Kiambu County, shortly after attending a church...
“Hands Off Our Artists!” – MCSK Claps Back at Gachagua’s Boycott Threat
The Music Copyright Society of Kenya (MCSK), through its CEO, Dr Ezekiel Mutua, has publicly condemned former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua following his recent statement of boycotting the Mt Kenya Artists who went to Karen to visit Deputy President Kithure Kindiki last week on Friday. Gachagua urged the Mt Kenya region to boycott the artists who "betrayed the community", alleging...
Interior Cs Murkemen told to resign
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has been asked to resign if he cannot handle the docket. Githunguri Member of Parliament Gathoni Wa Muchomba questioned Murkomen's ability to handle the security docket after a Catholic Priest, Alloyce Cheruiyot Bett, was shot in Kerio Valley. Wamuchomba accused Murkomen of failing to address the escalating insecurity in bandit-prone areas after accusing the previous administration...
Five Murder Suspects Arrested in Narok, Ceska Pistol with 15 Rounds Recovered
Police in Narok County are holding five suspects who are suspected of having been involved in the recent murder cases around Njoro in March 2025. While being arrested, the police recovered a Ceska pistol loaded with 15 rounds of ammunition during the operation. Police said they are investigating to establish if the weapon has been used in more crimes in the...
Babu Owino Among 609 Lawyers Admitted to the Bar in Supreme Court Ceremony
Embakasi East Member of Parliament, Paul Ongili alias Babu Owino, has been officially admitted to the bar, becoming a fully qualified advocate of the High Court of Kenya. The ceremony, which took place at the Supreme Court of Kenya on May 23, 2025, was presided over by Chief Justice Martha Koome and saw 609 new lawyers join the legal fraternity. Ongili...
