Posted on: February 14, 2025 Posted by: Kevin Tev Comments: 0

Win for farmers as sugarcane prices rise to Ksh 5,300 per tonne

The agriculture ministry has announced new sugarcane price which will see millers pay farmers Ksh 5,300 per tonne for sugarcane from the current Ksh 5,000 per tonne. In a letter to 15 licensed sugarcane millers, the State Department for Agriculture Dr Paul Ronoh has directed the millers to ensure the new price is adopted with immediate effect. “You are hereby requested to adhere to the new minimum cane price while…

Posted on: February 14, 2025 Posted by: Kevin Tev Comments: 0

Counties clash with State over affordable housing in devolution dispute

The Council of Governors (CoG) has escalated its dispute with the national government over the ongoing construction of affordable housing projects and market centers, demanding that these devolved functions be handed over to county governments. The CoG is now calling on the Controller of Budget (CoB) to block the national government from implementing the multi-billion-shilling projects, arguing that counties should have full control over these developments. This stance was reinforced…

Posted on: February 14, 2025 Posted by: Kevin Tev Comments: 0

Ombudsman wants pension system overhaul due to delays, non-remittance of retirement benefits

The Commission on Administrative Justice (Office of the Ombudsman) is advocating for a comprehensive overhaul of the country’s pension system. Chairperson Charles Dulo has urged the government to adopt a holistic approach to tackle the significant delays, lack of responsiveness, and evident injustices affecting the public service pensions system, with the aim of restoring fairness, dignity, and public confidence. This latest push by the Ombudsman follows investigations revealing that approximately…

Posted on: February 14, 2025 Posted by: Kevin Tev Comments: 0

Ruto applauds AU leadership, as Raila seeks top job

President William Ruto has reaffirmed Kenya’s commitment to strengthening the African Union (AU) as the continental body prepares for a leadership transition. Speaking after a meeting with outgoing African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson Moussa Faki Mahamat in Addis Ababa, President Ruto praised his leadership over the past eight years, highlighting his efforts in fostering political stability, economic growth and security across Africa. “The African Union has increasingly become a strong…

Posted on: February 14, 2025 Posted by: Kevin Tev Comments: 0

Power shift at the AU as diplomatic chess game begins

The African Union Commission (AUC) is preparing for a major leadership transition as elections for its top positions take place on 15-16th February 2025. This structured process follows strict regional, gender and merit-based principles to ensure balanced representation across Africa. The AUC comprises a Chairperson, a Deputy Chairperson and six Commissioners who oversee various portfolios. While the Assembly of Heads of State and Government elects the Chairperson and Deputy Chairperson,…

Posted on: February 14, 2025 Posted by: Kevin Tev Comments: 0

Standing My Ground: How I Dealt with the Woman Who Pursued My Husband

My husband was a lecturer at a renowned university in the capital Kenya. The job was such a tempting one for he used to associate with people of different calibers including cute ladies, with admirable figures, the average ones, slay queens, and the gold diggers as well. I was a dentist so could not really monitor whom he talked to for I was not really an angel to tell this…

Posted on: February 13, 2025 Posted by: Kevin Tev Comments: 0

George Ruto’s Money Fest Runs Out of Fuel, Pushed Along Road: “Aibu Ndogo”

A video of Money Fest, George Ruto’s matatu having run out of fuel is doing rounds on social media. Money Fest ran out of fuel along a busy road.  Why did conductors push Money Fest? The controversial matatu, which has made headlines for the wrong reasons several times, recently switched to Embakasi from Ongata Rongai. The PSV underwent refurbishment for a few days before hitting the road again. Matatu operators…

Posted on: February 13, 2025 Posted by: Kevin Tev Comments: 0

Geoffrey Mosiria Denies Shutting Down Sabina Joy: “Ukigusa Wanaume Wata Demonstrate”

Nairobi County’s Environment Chief Officer Geoffrey Mosiria has responded to claims that he shut down Nairobi’s favourite nightclub. Geoffrey Mosiria teased many after holding Sabina Joy’s signage.  Did Geoffrey Mosiria close down Sabina Joy? A few weeks back, Mosiria was spotted in town holding the Sabina Joy signage and many wondered why he would rule it be shut. There was also a video of him around the premises, and it…

Posted on: February 13, 2025 Posted by: Kevin Tev Comments: 0

Babu Owino’s Wife Fridah Celebrates Him after Being Crowned Top Performing MP

Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino’s wife, Fridah Muthoni Ongili, is over the moon after he was crowned the best-performing parliamentarian. Babu Owino’s wife Fridah could not hide her joy after her man was crowned as the best-performing MP. Photo: Fridah Ongili. Source: Instagram A survey by Infotrak spotlighted Kenya’s top-performing Members of Parliament, earning widespread recognition from citizens for their exceptional contributions. How Babu Owino’s wife reacted to…

Posted on: February 13, 2025 Posted by: Kevin Tev Comments: 0

Kericho: Sorrow as University Student Dies in Road Accident While Heading to Watch Football Match

A heartbroken family in Kericho county is painfully mourning the untimely and unfortunate demise of a loved one. Kericho student Enos Kibet Kalya passed away after a terrible road crash on Sunday night, February 9.  Enos Kibet Kalya sadly passed away on Sunday night, February 9 following a horrible road accident. Which hospital was Kibet rushed to after accident? The young man was allegedly on his way to watch a…