Kiunjuri, Matiang’i summoned by parliament over illegal sugar saga
Nairobi, KENYA: House Committee on Agriculture is set to summon various cabinet secretaries on the sugar saga currently rocking the country. In a media briefing at parliamentary buildings led by National Assembly Agriculture committee chair Adan Hajji Ali, they said that following the depth of the matter on allegations of presence of toxic sugar that […]
We have no apologies for linking you to NYS scandal! Mohammed Ali to Waiguru
Nairobi, KENYA: Nyali Member of Parliament Mohammed Ali has dared Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru to take legal action against him and other legislators who linked her to the National Youth Service saga. In a media briefing at parliamentary buildings led by Ali and Butere Legislator Tindi Mwale on Wednesday, the duo said that they will […]
Government hints at investigating Nairobi properties of South Sudan ‘looters’
Mombasa,KENYA: The government has hinted that investigations could be conducted on lavish properties in Nairobi owned by South Sudanese leaders who reportedly acquired them using corruption monies. This comes just a week after the international community criticized Kenya and Uganda over not taking action against South Sudanese leaders living lavishly in the two countries at […]
Ruto says he is ready for lifestyle audit
Mombasa, KENYA: Deputy President William Ruto has said he is ready for a lifestyle audit as ordered by President Uhuru Kenyatta. President Kenyatta ordered a lifestyle audit for public servants, including himself and his Deputy. The President said all public servants will be asked to explain the source of their wealth adding that all those […]
Stop politicizing illegal sugar barons scandal! Kiraithe to MPs
Mombasa, KENYA: Government spokesperson Eric Kiraithe has urged Members of parliament to volunteer any information on who the sugar barons are instead of politicking in the media. Kiraithe who was speaking to journalists in Mombasa on Wednesday said the politicking could affect ongoing investigations against contraband sugar in the country. “Effects of poisonous sugar do […]
Kenya Power to invest Sh.1.63 bn to boost electricity supply in North Rift region
Nairobi, KENYA: Kenya Power has announced to set aside sh1.63 billion that will finance various projects aimed at strengthening the distribution network in North Rift region, to provide adequate and reliable power supply. The ongoing projects that are targeted to be completed by the end of 2018, will include construction of new substations, associated distribution […]
Cargill Kenya workers down tools over row with management
Mombasa, KENYA: Grain and Tea handling firm Cargill Kenya workers on Tuesday held a demo to protest an escalating row with the management over what they term as an unfair dismissal of their colleagues. The workers who camped outside the company premises demanding an audience with the management are blaming their woes on the entry […]
Businesses boom as thousands in Mombasa for annual secondary head teachers conference
Mombasa, KENYA: Businesspersons in Mombasa are expecting to reap profits in their businesses after thousands of head teachers arrived in the county for the 43rd edition of the annual Kenya Secondary School Heads Association (Kessha) conference. Chris Mutinda one of the businessmen who is a chef, traveled all the way from Nairobi and said he […]
World Cup 2018: Senegal win, Egypt face elimination
Senegal deservedly defeated Poland in a game of few chances to claim the first win by an African team at the World Cup – although there was a hint of controversy about their second goal. M’Baye Niang sprinted back on to the field of play after injury and immediately intercepted a backpass from midfield, beating […]