That’s how long Air India Flight 171 was airborne before it plunged into a densely populated neighbourhood in Ahmedabad in one of India’s most baffling aviation disasters in recent memory. Investigators now face the grim task of sifting through the wreckage and decoding the cockpit voice and flight data recorders…
Author: Kevin Tev
I never imagined that the office I once walked into every morning with hope would one day become the source of my biggest heartbreak and later, my sweetest victory. For five years, I gave everything to that company. I was the first to arrive, the last to leave, and I…
Popular influencer and content creator Georgina Njenga has opened up about a deeply personal chapter of her life, revealing how her renewed faith in God helped her overcome a dark period marked by depression. In a heartfelt testimony shared on her platform, Georgina recounted how she had unknowingly lived in…
A wave of shock and outrage has engulfed Kenya following the reported shooting of prominent human rights activist Boniface Kariuki on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, in Nairobi’s bustling CBD. The incident, captured on video and widely circulated online, purportedly shows Kariuki being gunned down by unidentified assailants in broad daylight.…
In a creative world largely dominated by men, one all-female dance collective is challenging the status quo — and doing it with flair, power, and purpose. Tizika, a seven-member Kenyan dance group, is not just dancing for applause — they’re dancing for impact, healing, and sisterhood. The dynamic group is…
Comedian Timothy Ndegwa Kimani, popularly known as Njugush, stirred online debate after delivering a biting sarcastic response to recent comments made by National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah. The MP’s controversial remarks came during a heated parliamentary session on Tuesday, June 17, as protests intensified in Nairobi. The demonstrations, driven…
Kalibek Erbosyn, a 23-year-old student from Kazakhstan, finds his unique rhythm as he immerses himself in studying The Yellow Emperor’s Classic of Internal Medicine, an esteemed Chinese traditional medical text dating back over 2,000 years. “Initially, the ancient Chinese terminology was incomprehensible to me,” Erbosyn told Xinhua. “Now, however, I…
Nineteen tea factories across the country are set to benefit from Ksh 3.5B to upgrade their infrastructure as part of improving efficiency. The move is meant to address operational effectiveness as part of the ongoing reforms targeting the tea sector to ensure that farmers enjoy more earnings from the produce.…
Mental health is not a luxury. It is not a Western concept. It is not something we can continue to whisper about behind closed doors. Across the country, many individuals are silently battling depression, anxiety, trauma, and other mental health conditions, often without the language to describe what they’re going…
A consistent workout routine is one of the best foundations for your overall well-being. It requires discipline and energy, but when you see the tangible results of exercise, it quickly becomes a non-negotiable commitment. However, despite all your dedication and passion, you may realise that you have veered into counterproductive…
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has lauded China’s recent commitment to providing 100% tariff-free market access for African goods, describing it as a defining moment in the continent’s global trade relations. Speaking at the 13th Kultaranta Talks in Finland, Mudavadi remarked that this move indicates China’s increasing role in supporting…
Nyandarua County Government is on the spot for irregularly hiring over 50 legal firms despite having a County Attorney. County Governor Kiarie Badilisha was at pains to convince the Senate’s Public Accounts Committee that the procurement of the legal services was approved by the County Executive Committee as per the…
Living luxuriously requires a strong financial foundation based on budgeting, saving and investing. The 50-30-20 budget rule states that 30 per cent of your income should be allocated to wants, and this is where your dream of luxury living can be realised. You can set financial goals specifically tied to…
The Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) has raised alarm over an increase in the number of loan defaulters, posing a serious threat to the sustainability of the student loan fund. HELB Chief Executive Officer Geoffrey Monari, in a TV interview on Tuesday June 17, 2025, revealed that the loans dates…
Kenya’s national netball team, The Divas, delivered a stunning performance in Dubai on Tuesday, routing the United States 66–25 to reignite their campaign at the UAE Netball Tournament. Coming off two narrow defeats—41–33 to Namibia and 42–40 to Singapore—Kenya approached the game with urgency and purpose. From the opening whistle,…
The Harambee Starlets, under coach Beldine Odemba, dominated their opponents with a commanding performance, driven by the exceptional play of Violet Nanjala and Fasila Adhiambo on the flanks. Odemba made four strategic changes to her starting lineup from the match against Uganda. Lilian Awuor was handed a start in goal,…
Just days after national outrage over the mysterious death of teacher and blogger Albert Ojwang in police custody, Kenyans, particularly Gen Z, took to the streets demanding justice and accountability. But the protests led to yet another shocking incident. On Tuesday 17th June 2025, during demonstrations along Moi Avenue in…
In the words of Smedley Butler, “War is a racket,” the true beneficiaries of conflict are often a small group, while the majority endures the suffering. This reality is further illuminated by the fact that, in politics, nothing happens by accident. The recent escalation of geopolitical tensions, where violence disrupts…
Former Chief Justice David Maraga has condemned the shooting of Boniface Kariuki during Tuesday’s protests by a police officer at close range. Kariuki, in videos going viral on social media, was accosted by two cops while selling masks to protesters, during which one of the cops fired at him. Reacting…
The Officer Commanding Central Police Station in Nairobi Samson Talam will be back in court Wednesday, where a magistrate will rule whether he will be detained for 21 days or not. Talam was arrested over alleged involvement in the murder of Albert Ojwang inside Central Police Station cells. The Independent…
The International Religious Freedom (IRF) Summit officially kicked off today in Nairobi, bringing together prominent policymakers, judicial leaders, and faith representatives from across Africa. The meeting seeks to elevate religious liberty as a cornerstone of peace, human dignity, and development. The landmark three-day event is organised by Pepperdine University and…
A mask vendor was shot by police officers in Nairobi’s Central Business District on Tuesday, as protests erupted over the death of Albert Ojwang who died under controversial circumstances while in police custody. Eyewitnesses say the vendor, who was unarmed, was caught in the chaos as demonstrators took to the…
The Nairobi River Commission has embarked on a regeneration project along the basin. Commission CEO Brigadier Joseph Muracia on Tuesday told the Star that a lot of ground has been covered. “We are currently doing a regeneration project. We have started widening the river near Dandora,” Muracia said, adding that…
Parliament now wants top bosses of the British Army Training Unit Kenya (Batuk) to appear before it to explain alleged human rights abuse. The Defense, Intelligence and Foreign Relation Committee, which is seeking accountability for decades of alleged human rights violations, including sexual violence and killings on Tuesday insisted that…
The Kenya Kwanza government initial move to increase ID card application fees inhibited registration of voters ahead of 2027 polls, a report has said. “The cost, set at Sh300 for the issuance of a new identity card and at Sh1,000 for a replacement one, is largely considered too high,” the…
Renowned choreographer and TikToker Tileh Pacbro has responded firmly to an upcoming artist who accused Kenyan dancers of being selective in supporting local music challenges. The aspiring musician had taken to social media, venting frustration that dancers declined to participate in a challenge for his new song simply because he…
My name is Davis, and I’m 31 today. I own a fleet of six trucks, run a successful logistics business in Nairobi, and employ over 20 people. But if you met me eight years ago, you’d never believe I would turn out this way. In 2016, I dropped out of…
In a candid sit-down with media personality Oga Obinna, popular content creator Mayoyo opened up about his journey and the struggles that shaped him into the entertainer he is today. He revealed that after high school, he pursued law. “If you don’t attain the minimum grade, you first become a…
Following a recent setback in his illustrious fighting career, former UFC Middleweight Champion Israel Adesanya is looking towards a solid future beyond the octagon, with his family revealing a significant investment in property development. This strategic move comes after “The Last Stylebender” suffered a second-round TKO loss to Nassourdine Imavov…
With the National Olympic Committee of Kenya (NOCK) presidential elections just around the corner, First Vice President Shadrack Maluki, a strong contender for the top seat, has articulated a clear vision for collaborative leadership. Maluki, speaking at a press briefing in Nairobi, pledged to work hand-in-hand with all sports federations…