The High Court sitting in Eldoret has sentenced a woman and her lover to 30 years’ imprisonment for the murder of her estranged husband, Geoffrey Matenje. Melisa Muhinda and her boyfriend, Samuel Amatuka, were each given a 30-year prison sentence for the 2018 murder of Matenje, who worked as a newspaper vendor in Eldoret. The crime took place on October 6, 2018, at their residence in the Kamukunji estate in Eldoret. Muhinda conspired with Amatuka, a boda boda rider, to cause the death of her husband. Following the murder, the perpetrators placed the dismembered body into a sack and loaded…
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The Data Protection Act, 2019 serves to give effect to Article 31(c) and (d) of the Constitution. It aims to establish the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner, regulate the processing of personal data, define the rights of data subjects, outline the obligations of data controllers and processors, and address all related matters. The long-debated Act was officially signed into law on November 25th, 2019, by the president. The Data Protection Bill of 2019 mirrors the approach of the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), implemented in May 2018. This legislation positions Kenya as the third East African country…
Kenya is experiencing an alarming increase in advanced HIV disease cases despite the significant efforts made in the detection and treatment of HIV over the years. According to the National Aids and STI Control Program (NASCOP), chief executive Rose Wafula, the disease, which is a severe stage of infection, is exposing patients to opportunistic infections such as menengitis, diarrhea, and Tuberculosis. Dr Wafula attributes advanced HIV disease to treatment disruptions, which lowers a patient’s body immune system which results in opportunistic infections. “HIV patients need a lot of support while on treatment. Being put on a lifetime treatment is not…
Throughout history, men have been termed as the “superior sex” because of their physical strength, resilience to harsh conditions, and endurance of physical hardship. While most men know the importance of physical health, not all are aware of the connection between physical and mental health. Research has shown that depression can co-occur with other medical illnesses such as terminal diseases. Further research has also found evidence that stress, emotional distress, anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder can all weaken the immune system and disrupt the balance of hormones in the body. “The only journey is the journey within,” as Rainer…
Sarah Nyambura, appearing before Senior Resident Magistrate Sheila Nyaga, was accused of stealing 13 pineapples worth Sh1300 from the Delmonte Kenya farm.
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has warned over the increasing cases of budgeted corruption in the devolved units. According to the commission’s spokesperson, Eric Ngumbi, county executives are colluding with county assemblies to loot public funds by budgeting for non-existing projects. In other instances, Ngumbi said, ward representatives are working in cahoots with the county executive to allocate money for complete projects. He noted that the trend had become so entrenched in the counties to the extent that some county assemblies have now abandoned their oversight role as the Members of County Assembly and their cronies scramble to position…
In Kenya, a country rich in cultural diversity and community spirit, the cultivation of values and life skills such as respect, problem solving, collaboration and self-awareness is crucial for individual growth and societal development. These core principles not only shape the character of individuals but also contribute to building strong relationships, fostering innovation and promoting harmonious coexistence within communities. The significance of these values and life skills in the Kenyan context and their impact on personal and collective well-being cannot be over-emphasised. Kenya’s Basic Education Curriculum Framework is supported by three major pillars, one of which is a value-based education…
Kenyan residents in Nyamira, Baringo, Siaya, Bungoma, and Turkana counties face a grim reality: bribery is often the price they pay to access a service. According to a report released earlier this year by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), the national average bribe amount surged to Sh 11,625 in 2023, nearly doubling from Sh 6,865 in 2022. This trend underscores the reality of accessing public services in Kenya. Public institutions like the Traffic Police, County Health Department, and Police are identified as the most susceptible to bribery in Kenya. Seeking services from the Traffic Police may prompt bribery requests…
Understanding entry requirements for a Bachelor of Law (LL.B.) is essential for students aiming at pursuing a career in law. The Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) is an academic degree achieved for undergraduate studies in Law Sciences. The abbreviation LL.B. stands for Legum Baccalaureus, where LL. is the Latin abbreviation for laws. Bachelor of Law Entry Requirements Most universities require applicants to have completed their high school education with strong grades: A minimum mean Grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE and a minimum grade B (Plain) in English or Kiswahili. Three (3) principal passes in the Kenya Advanced Certificate of Education…
Transparency International recently released its annual Corruption Perception Index report for 2023, detailing the most corrupt countries in the world. The Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) ranks 180 countries and territories based on how corrupt their public sector is perceived to be on a scale of 0 (highly corrupt) to 100 (least corrupt). The global average score recorded by Transparency International is 43, indicating that over two-thirds of the countries scored below 50. Transparency International described the global trend of weakening justice systems and lack of accountability for public officials as the main cause for corruption to thrive. Here are the…