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Tharaka-Nithi Governor Muthomi Njuki has been elected the new chairperson of the Council of Governors (CoG), taking over from outgoing chairperson Ahmed Abdullahi. Njuki will serve a one-year term and will be eligible for re-election. Bungoma Governor Ken Lusaka has been elected vice-chairperson, joining Njuki in the new leadership of the council, which brings together
A helicopter has reportedly crashed at Kericho Golf Club in Kericho County while attempting to take off, with casualties reportedly rushed to hospital. Details surrounding the incident, including the number of people involved and the circumstances that led to the crash, remain unclear. Emergency response efforts are reportedly underway, as more information is awaited from
Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) collected Ksh90.053 billion in customs revenue in September 2026, exceeding its target by Ksh965 million. The collection exceeded the Treasury’s target of KSh89.088 billion by KSh965 million, representing a performance rate of 101.1%, according to a KRA press release issued on Monday, October 12. KRA’s September collection also marked a 5.8%
Henry Waireri, son of former Cabinet Minister and billionaire Njenga Karume, has died at 64 after suffering kidney failure. Waireri’s death was confirmed by family members, who said he had been receiving regular dialysis treatment before his death. Waireri’s family and friends have been gathering at the Runda home of his eldest sister, Dr Wanjiku
Raila Odinga’s bodyguard, Maurice Ogeta, has shed light on the former Prime Minister’s final moments in India, clarifying a viral video showing him walking behind the late opposition leader. He also revealed details about Raila’s final video and explained where his daughter, Winnie Odinga, and sister, Ruth Odinga, were during the period. In an interview.
Two people have been killed and five houses torched in a revenge attack in Chalicha village, Kiminini, Trans Nzoia County. The incident occurred on Saturday, October 10, following a dispute linked to allegations of rape involving a woman and her daughter. Angry residents reportedly stormed the homestead of a suspect allegedly linked to the killing
Tharaka Nithi Governor and Council of Governors Vice Chairperson Muthomi Njuki has urged residents of the Luo Nyanza region to support Deputy President Kithure Kindiki as President William Ruto’s running mate in the 2027 General Election, mentioning his performance in government. Speaking in Migori County during a boda boda empowerment event attended by host Governor
Security
The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has approved murder charges against five suspects over the killing of lawyer Kyalo Mbobu, with Dr Rose Mbithe Mulwa and her two children now facing a second murder case. Announcing the decision on Thursday, October 8, 2026, the DPP also named police constables Julius Kipkoech Cheruiyot and Kennedy Kipkemei
Entertainment
Veteran broadcaster Fred Obachi Machoka ordered security officers to remove his niece, former nominated senator Gloria Orwoba, from his 50th media anniversary celebration held on October 10, after she allegedly disrupted the event by chanting “Wantam”. In a video circulating online, Machoka is heard asking security officers to remove the woman from the stage, insisting
Weekly Gossip
Standard Group PLC has warned radio stations against broadcasting English Premier League (EPL) matches without authorisation, threatening immediate legal action as the competition returns for Matchweek 6 following an extended international break. In a public notice, the media company said it holds exclusive radio broadcast rights for the 2026/2027 season in Kenya, giving it sole
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