Liverpool FC and Portugal international forward Diogo Jota has died at the age of 28 following a car accident in northwestern Spain. The incident, which occurred on the A52 motorway near Palacios de Sanabria in the province of Zamora, also claimed the life of Jota’s brother, André Silva, a professional footballer for Liga Portugal 2 side Penafiel. The accident took place in the early hours of Thursday morning when the vehicle carrying the Jota brothers veered off the road and caught fire. Emergency services, including the Zamora Traffic Police, the Zamora Provincial Council Fire Brigade, and the Sacyl Emergency Coordination…
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Members of Parliament have approved the Constitution of Kenya (Amendment) Bill, 2025, which seeks to entrench three critical funds into the Constitution. These funds are the National Government Constituencies Development Fund (NG-CDF), the Senate Oversight Fund (SOF), and the National Government Affirmative Action Fund (NGAAF). The bill, first introduced by Rarieda MP Otiende Amollo and Ainabkoi MP Samuel Chepkonga on May 12, was passed during the second reading with 304 MPs voting in favor and none opposing. In the third reading, 298 MPs supported the bill. It has now progressed to the Senate, where its fate will be determined. The…
Blogger and activist Ndiang’ui Kinyagia—who vanished following a reported raid on his Kinoo residence on 21 June—has been confirmed safe and alive, according to his family’s lawyer, Wahome Thuku. The 35-year-old IT expert and vocal digital commentator contacted a family member on the evening of Tuesday, 1 July, ending days of speculation and fear surrounding his whereabouts. In a statement issued on Thursday, 3 July, via Facebook, Thuku revealed that Ndiang’ui had gone into hiding, fearing for his life after learning that the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) was pursuing him over unspecified allegations. “On behalf of the family, I…
A coalition of civil society organisations, including the Katiba Institute, Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC), and the Independent Medico-Legal Unit (IMLU), has filed a petition seeking the impeachment of Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen. The petition, lodged on 2 July 2025, accuses Murkomen of making inflammatory remarks that allegedly encouraged excessive police force during recent protests, violating constitutional rights and undermining public safety. Part of a press statement issued by the Katiba Institute reads: “Murkomen gave assurances that he would protect any police officer who executes his shoot-to-kill orders. The petition alleges that these comments constitute incitement to violence and…
Peter Kawanjiru, a prominent political figure and ally of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, was allegedly abducted by police in Limuru, Kiambu County, on June 30, 2025, according to claims circulating on social media and statements attributed to his family. Kawanjiru, who ran for the Member of County Assembly (MCA) seat in 2022 under the Jubilee Party and currently serves as the Democratic Change Party (DCP) Kiambu Youth Coordinator, was reportedly taken from an area near the Deputy Officer’s (D.O.) office in Limuru. According to the family, officers from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) were spotted in more than 10…
The Kenyan government has announced the waiver of medical bills for victims of the 17 and 25 June 2025 protests, including a significant KSh 815,805 bill for the late Boniface Kariuki, who passed away on 30 June 2025. The decision follows widespread demonstrations that left many injured, with several requiring extensive medical treatment. Boniface Kariuki, whose case attracted national attention, succumbed to injuries sustained during the protests. Kariuki’s family spokesperson, Emily Wanjira, confirmed the news, stating that they received a call from Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) in the afternoon informing them of his passing. Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale issued…
The Director of Criminal Investigations (DCI), Mohammed Amin, has clarified that activist Ndiang’ui Kinyagia is not in police custody. Speaking to the press outside DCI headquarters, Amin stated that Ndiang’ui is a person of interest following content he posted on his social media platforms, which Amin described as “very inflammatory material.” Amin further urged Ndiang’ui to present himself to the authorities. “Ndiang’ui Kinyagia is not in the custody of the National Police Service. He is a person of interest to us, and wherever he is, I urge him to surrender at the nearest police station,” said Amin. The DCI boss…
The Senate has agreed to hold a plenary session to hear the impeachment motion against Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo. The plenary is scheduled for July 8 to July 9. This follows the rejection of a motion to establish an 11-member committee to investigate the allegations. “As communicated earlier by way of a message on the resolution of the Isiolo County Assembly, the Standing Orders provide that the Senate may constitute a committee to investigate the matter or conduct the same in plenary. The motion having been negatived, the route of a special committee is hereby abandoned. That means the Senate…
ormer police spokesman Charles Owino has alleged that Boniface Mwangi Kariuki, the street vendor who was shot in the head at close range, insulted a police officer shortly before the fatal incident. Speaking on Citizen TV, Owino condemned the shooting of the young vendor and emphasized the need for police to exercise restraint, even when provoked. He noted that while there are circumstances under which police officers may use firearms, they must always act with caution and sound judgment. “It was a very simple exchange. If you listen to that clip closely, you will hear that boy abusing the policeman.…
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has sparked widespread controversy by issuing a shoot-to-kill order, directing police officers to use lethal force against individuals attempting to storm or threaten police stations. The directive, announced during a press conference in Nairobi on Thursday, 26 June 2025, comes in the wake of violent protests that rocked the country on 25 June, marking the anniversary of the 2024 anti-government demonstrations that claimed lives. Murkomen’s order follows a wave of unrest during the Gen Z-led memorial protests, which he described as a well-planned and unconstitutional attempt at regime change. Speaking to the press after assessing…
