A dramatic boardroom clash at Directline Assurance unfolded Monday as media mogul Samuel Kamau (SK) Macharia stormed the company’s Nairobi headquarters, sacked top executives, and installed his own team—despite a standing High Court order barring him from such actions. The surprise takeover bid has escalated tensions between Mr Macharia, who claims control of the insurer via Royal Credit Limited, and the Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA), which has closely monitored Directline’s protracted leadership crisis. The latest twist saw Mr Macharia dismiss chief executive Sammy Kanyi, the head of finance, and several other senior managers. In their place, he named Wilson Wambugu…
Author: Samuel Njihia
The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has launched an inquiry into bribery allegations involving a sitting judge amid mounting social media outcry and public pressure. In an official statement issued on Monday, 22 September, the commission confirmed that it had taken note of the circulating claims and assured the public that a thorough investigation would be conducted before any action is taken. “The Judicial Service Commission has noted allegations of bribery against a judge that have been circulating on social media,” the statement read. “In this regard, the Commission has commenced investigations into the matter and reaffirms its unwavering commitment to…
The High Court has issued orders barring Parliament from submitting the Constitution of Kenya (Amendment) Bill 2025 to President William Ruto for assent, pending the outcome of a legal petition filed by Katiba Institute. In his ruling, Justice Lawrence Mugambi noted that the concerns raised were not idle arguments but presented “weighty constitutional questions” that merited judicial intervention. “Suspending the process when reasonable doubts exist better serves the public interest than allowing a potentially flawed constitutional amendment to proceed,” he stated. The court affirmed it had jurisdiction to hear the case, rejecting arguments that the matter was premature under the…
The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has successfully opposed a fresh bid by former Kiambu Governor Ferdinand Waititu to have his 12-year prison sentence reviewed. The court ruled against Waititu’s application, affirming that his sentence will stand while his appeal is being processed. Lady Justice Lucy Njuguna delivered the judgment on 16th September 2025, dismissing an application filed just weeks earlier, on 28th August. In this application, Waititu sought to overturn the sentence imposed on him in February 2025 following his conviction on corruption charges. Waititu was found guilty of corruptly receiving Sh25 million from Testimony Enterprises after a tainted…
The National Youth Service (NYS) has unveiled a new internship initiative aimed at empowering female graduates living with disabilities (PWDs), with a focus on equipping them for careers in sectors traditionally dominated by men. In a notice issued on Tuesday, the NYS announced that the six-month programme will offer hands-on experience in areas including business management, driving, logistics and supply chain, mechanics, and information communication technology (ICT). According to NYS, the programme is designed not only to build skills but also to create employment pathways for its female alumni. A key feature of the internship is a monthly stipend of…
The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) has announced its nationwide recruitment exercise for October 2025, open from 13th to 25th October, with vacancies for GSO Cadets, Specialist Officers, Tradesmen/women, and Defence Forces Constables. This year’s recruitment drive is described by KDF as “a unique opportunity to serve your country in a vital, supportive capacity.” The exercise is open to applicants across the country, with a focus on not only general military roles but also specialised professions such as Education, Engineering, ICT, Mass Communication, Legal, and Supply Chain Management. Applicants for the GSO Graduate Cadet post must hold a Bachelor’s degree from…
Uber has taken the safari world by storm with the launch of Uber Safaris, a new service that lets local and foreign tourists book game drives to Nairobi National Park straight from their mobile app. The ride-hailing giant has teamed up with licensed tour operators to offer tailored safari experiences, starting at Sh25,000 for a daytime drive and Sh40,000 for a night-time tour. The daytime package accommodates up to seven passengers, while the night safari is limited to five. “This is not just another Uber ride,” said Imran Manji, Uber’s Head of East Africa. “Nairobi is one of the only…
The judiciary fraternity has been thrown into mourning following the death of Court of Appeal Judge Fred Ochieng early Wednesday, as confirmed by Chief Justice Martha Koome. In a statement, the CJ Koome praised Justice Ochieng as a “sharp legal mind committed to justice,” recognising his major role in shaping commercial law and championing mediation, even before he joined the judiciary in 2003. “He will be fondly remembered as a towering figure in the development of Kenya’s commercial law jurisprudence and as a strong advocate for the promotion of alternative dispute resolution,” CJ Koome said. At the time of his…
The political career of Wycliffe Oparanya, the Cabinet Secretary for Cooperatives and MSMEs, faces renewed uncertainty after the High Court reinstated corruption charges against him, ruling that their earlier withdrawal was both unlawful and unconstitutional. Delivering the verdict at the Milimani Law Courts on Tuesday, Justice Benjamin Musyoki overturned a July 2024 decision by the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) to terminate proceedings against Oparanya. In a scathing ruling, the court found that the DPP had acted outside the law by failing to consult the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) — the investigative body that had initially recommended the charges.…
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has defended police officers who demand fuel from members of the public before offering certain services, insisting that such requests should not be confused with corruption. Addressing the Jukwaa La Usalama forum in Homa Bay town on Tuesday, Murkomen revealed that each police vehicle is allocated just 450 litres of fuel monthly—a figure he says falls short of the actual operational requirements for many police stations. Murkomen explained, “The reason police officers are asking for fuel is because it is the truth, I will not sugar-coat it. We give officers 450 litres of fuel per…
