Kenyans at large were in a state of ecstasy after their boys, Harambee Stars, beat the Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC) Leopards 1-0 in a thrilling game at Kasarani Stadium, Nairobi. The match kicked off at 1500 hrs EAT in a packed Kasarani Stadium as fans clad in the national team’s jerseys and waving miniature Kenyan flags filled the atmosphere with cheers to support their boys. In the opening minutes of the game, the home side was stunned when the two-time champions Congo opened the scoring in the fifth minute. The Congolese fans were elated as they celebrated, but their…
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Margaret Nduta, a Kenyan woman sentenced to death in Vietnam for cocaine trafficking, was granted a lifeline on Thursday when the Vietnam People’s Supreme Court commuted her sentence to life imprisonment. Nduta had been facing imminent execution after her conviction for smuggling two kilograms of cocaine, a crime previously punishable by death in Vietnam. However, her appeal against the capital punishment received a major boost following the recent amendment to the country’s Penal Code, which removed the death penalty for certain drug-related offences, including hers. The 37-year-old from Murang’a was arrested at Tân Són Nhât International Airport in Ho Chi…
Gospel artist Reuben Kigame, who recently announced his bid for the presidency in 2027, has filed a petition seeking the prosecution of top security officials over the deaths of more than 100 Gen Z protesters. In the petition filed at the Milimani High Court on Thursday, Kigame is calling for the prosecution of Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen, the Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja, Director of DCI Amin Mohamed, and the Director of NIS Noordin Haji for the widespread killings, abductions, and torture of protesters over the past two years. “At Milimani Law Courts with my lawyer Gitobu Imanyara…
By Waweru Njoroge Kenya, and Africa more broadly, are witnessing the rise of a new phenomenon; editorial ventriloquism masked as pan-African analysis. Well-placed voices — once seen as truth-tellers — have come under scrutiny for pushing narratives that look increasingly synchronised with foreign State interests. By far the most active and aggressive international public relations and media marketing campaign is undeniably emanating from China. Over the past decade, Beijing’s soft-power playbook has evolved from billboards and bridges to bylines and blogs. Are these initiatives illegal? Not at all. Are they unethical? That depends. But are they part of a broader…
By Martin Minns A recent incident in the Red Sea, during which a Chinese vessel allegedly targeted a Germany aircraft with a laser point, marked a disturbing development for Djibouti and indeed Africa. While China continues to expand its military and political influence on the world stage, it is vital that African leaders recognise the trade-offs that further support for Chinese objectives can have on their countries and citizens. Not too long ago, the German Foreign Ministry summoned the Chinese ambassador in Germany, seeking an explanation for what happened during the Red Sea incident. According to the German Defence Ministry,…
The opening match between Kenya and Uganda that was due to take place on Monday July 21, was cancelled after Harambee Stars’ sudden withdrawal from the CECAFA Four Nations Tournament. Through a statement, Football Kenya Federation (FKF) said that this decision came following recommendations and advice by the team’s technical bench. They also stated that after a thorough assessment, prevailing conditions were deemed unsuitable for the team’s preparation. “This decision has been made following recommendations and advice from the team’s technical bench, led by Head Coach Benni McCarthy, after a thorough assessment of the prevailing conditions, which were deemed unsuitable…
Kennedy Kalombotole, suspected in two throat-slashing murders inside Kenyatta National Hospital, has been arrested following the latest killing in Ward 7B on Thursday. Kalombotole, now in police custody, is accused of murdering Edward Maingi Ndegwa, who was found dead in his hospital bed with a slit throat. The brutal killing turned Ward 7B into a crime scene, prompting a swift investigation by homicide detectives. In a statement posted on X, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) outlined a timeline of events leading up to the discovery of the body. “According to initial reports, the ward nurse had checked on the…
Kenyan U20 football sensation Aldrine Kibet has signed a four-year deal with Spanish La Liga side RC Celta Vigo, the club has confirmed. In a transfer reportedly worth €6 million (Sh900 million), the attacking midfielder will initially join Celta Fortuna, the club’s ambitious reserve team, as part of a development pathway aimed at fast-tracking him to the senior squad. Kibet’s rise has been nothing short of meteoric. He first captured national attention in the 2023 Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) finals, where he captained St. Anthony’s Boys High School to the national title, finishing the tournament as both the Most Valuable…
Eight suspects linked to the torching of Mawego Police Station in Rachuonyo North Sub-County on July 3 have been formally charged with terrorism-related offences. The suspects—Kennedy Oluoch, Nicholas Otieno, Tofiq Owiti Mohamed, Michael Omondi, David Otieno, Robert Ouko, Samuel Ouma, and Erick Obunga—had initially been detained under custodial orders issued by the Oyugis Law Court. They were later re-arrested on July 14 following the closure of the miscellaneous application and transferred to the Anti-Terrorism Police Unit (ATPU) headquarters in Nairobi. On Tuesday, they were arraigned at the Kahawa Law Courts under the Prevention of Terrorism Act No. 30 of 2012,…
A 43-year-old Kenyan woman has been arrested in Mumbai after allegedly smuggling cocaine-filled capsules inside her body, Indian authorities said. Florence Indangasi was intercepted at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport upon arrival from Nairobi, following a tip-off received by India’s Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI). Although no drugs were found in her luggage or clothing, she allegedly confessed during interrogation to having swallowed six capsules containing narcotics. She was taken to JJ Hospital after the Esplanade Court granted permission for medical examination. Doctors retrieved six pellet-shaped capsules from her stomach. Tests later confirmed the pellets contained 665.5 grams of cocaine.…
