Popular Kenyan comedian KK Mwenyewe, best known for his viral impersonations of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, has died after a short illness. The comedian, whose full name was Zakaria Kariuki, passed away at Kiambu Level 5 Hospital on Monday night after a brief illness, according to fellow comedian and collaborator Kafengo. “We are heartbroken to announce the sudden demise of Zakaria Kariuki, a.k.a. Mr KK Mwenyewe. He passed away yesterday evening while undergoing medical attention at Kiambu Level 5 Hospital,” Kafengo wrote in a social media post. “During this sad moment, we ask for support and prayers for the…
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The newly appointed Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Chairperson, Erastus Edung Ethekon, alongside six commissioners, were officially sworn into office today in a ceremony held at the Supreme Court. Chief Justice Martha Koome administered the oath of office to the team, just one day after a bench of three High Court judges cleared their appointments. The court quashed a previous Gazette Notice dated June 10, 2025, issued by President William Ruto, and directed that a new Gazette Notice be issued to regularize their appointments. This step paved the way for the swearing-in ceremony. The commissioners joining Chairperson Ethekon are…
A popular TikTok user accused of inciting violence against police officers and their families has been arrested in Nairobi, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has confirmed. The suspect, identified as Godfrey Mwasiaga Kakan Maiyo, was picked up by detectives on Wednesday after a viral video posted on his TikTok account allegedly called for attacks against the police. In the four-minute clip posted by Maiyo, he implored the DCI officers to stop the abductions of unarmed Kenyans and refuse to be used by higher powers. He further urged them to think of their own families, including their children, brothers, and…
A huge crowd of men, identified by police as supporters of former Mungiki leader Maina Njenga, caused panic along Jogoo Road in Nairobi today, Wednesday, July 9, as they marched towards the city centre. Njenga was scheduled for a hearing at the Makadara Law Courts, and the crowd, who marched along the road shouting “Ndovu, Ndovu,” were believed to be accompanying the leader from the court hearing. The group was peaceful as they walked from Makadara Law Courts to the city centre, police and witnesses said. Photos and videos of the group quickly made rounds on social media, with some…
Senior Economic Advisor to President William Ruto, Moses Kuria, has resigned from his position in the government. In a statement on X, Kuria said he has officially resigned from government, ending a nearly three-year stint in President William Ruto’s administration. “This evening I have met my boss and my friend, President William Ruto. The President has graciously accepted my decision to resign from government,” Kuria wrote. Kuria, who is a former MP for Gatundu South, thanked President Ruto for the opportunity to serve in various capacities, including as Cabinet Secretary for Investments, Trade and Industry, Cabinet Secretary for Public Service,…
The National Police Service (NPS) has recorded 11 fatalities following the deadly Saba Saba protests that rocked the nation on Monday. In a statement on Monday evening, police spokesperson Muchiri Nyaga said that 52 officers and 11 civilians were injured as 567 arrests were made across the country. Police also reported damage to twelve police vehicles, three government cars, and four civilian vehicles, in addition to several incidents of looting. “NPS commends the majority of Kenyans for being law-abiding and heeding the call to maintain law and order. However, certain individuals remained determined to engage in acts of lawlessness that…
Embu Town was thrown into chaos on Tuesday morning as police clashed with protesters over the arrest of Manyatta MP Gitonga Mukunji. Gitonga Mukunji was arrested on Monday under unclear circumstances in connection with the unrest that occurred in parts of Embu County during the Saba Saba demonstrations. Tension gripped the town for hours, with businesses closed, roads blocked, and a heavy police presence trying to contain the situation. Protesters, mostly young people, set fires and blocked key roads, including the Embu-Meru and Embu-Kiritiri highways near the NHIF offices, paralysing traffic and halting normal operations. His lawyer, Ndegwa Njiru, claimed…
Nairobi will experience major road closures this weekend to accommodate the fourth edition of the Nairobi City Marathon, scheduled for Sunday, July 6. Traffic disruptions are expected to commence at 10:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 5, and will remain in effect until 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, due to the anticipated participation of over 15,000 runners. Among the key roads to be closed is the Nairobi Expressway, which will be shut down in both directions from James Gichuru to JKIA, starting Saturday at 10:00 p.m. until Sunday at 3:00 p.m. Other roads expected to be affected on Sunday include the following:…
Homa Bay youths on Thursday, July 3, carried Albert Ojwang’s body to the police station where he was first booked upon his arrest on June 7. Chanting dirges as they marched, the youths proceeded towards Mawego Police Station, where he had been briefly detained before his transfer to Central Police Station in Nairobi. The enraged youths accused the police of involvement in Ojwang’s death and demanded immediate justice, turning the protest into a tense standoff with authorities. The protesters set the police station ablaze. In a now-viral social media video, thousands of villagers were seen escorting the late Albert’s body…
Ndiang’ui Kinyagia, who has reappeared safely after nearly two weeks in hiding, appeared before the High Court in Milimani. A habeas corpus application is challenging the circumstances surrounding his disappearance. Lawyer Kibe Mungai told the court that he had been informed of Kinyagia’s whereabouts by fellow advocate Wahome Thuku on Tuesday evening. “Your Honour, we have him. We were looking for him, and he is finally here. But he’s not in good condition,” Kibe said. “I regret that I can’t be of any assistance until we have had a session with him to understand what happened.” The lawyers also raised…