Author: Channel 15 News
Shock and outrage have gripped a village in Mbooni East, Makueni County, after a middle-aged man was allegedly caught pants down in a disturbing late-night encounter involving a neighbour’s donkey before fleeing into the darkness. The bizarre incident unfolded in the dead of night when the donkey’s owner was startled awake by strange noises coming from his homestead. Suspecting a thief or wild animal, he rushed outside—only to stumble upon a horrifying and unthinkable scene. According to the owner, the man was found in a compromising position with the animal. Upon realising he had been exposed, the suspect reportedly panicked,…
Panic briefly erupted earlier today at a local airstrip in Kabarnet after a helicopter carrying Kapseret Member of Parliament Oscar Kipchumba Sudi and several other leaders was seen emitting flames from its tailpipe just moments before take-off. The fiery display sparked alarm among onlookers and security personnel, prompting an immediate ground response. Eyewitness accounts suggest that the aircraft — reportedly meant to ferry the delegation to an event in the region — showed visible flames or sparks near its rear exhaust section while stationary where it had been packed. In a viral video shared online, the incident occurred before the…
The Catholic Diocese of Kitui has announced that Rev. Deacon Dennis Bernard Maithya, who died in a tragic road accident along the Mwingi–Nguni Road on January 23, 2026, will be laid to rest on Monday, February 2, 2026, as the Diocese and faithful continue to mourn the sudden loss of a newly ordained cleric. As earlier reported by Channel 15 News, Deacon Dennis was riding a Yamaha motorcycle when he was involved in a head-on collision with an oncoming Toyota Probox at around 9:30pm near Kyanundu. A reliable eyewitness told Channel 15 News that the impact threw him across the…
The National Police Service (NPS) has launched investigations following the disruption of a church service at St Peter’s ACK Church, Witima, Othaya in Nyeri County, after a tear gas canister was reportedly thrown into the church during Sunday worship. In a press statement issued on January 25, 2026, the police described the incident as deeply regrettable and unacceptable, confirming that it occurred at around 11am while several congregants and political leaders were attending the service. According to the NPS, the tear gas incident disrupted the proceedings, forcing worshippers to flee the sanctuary in panic. Police also confirmed reports of several…
A sensational claim has erupted online, alleging that Machakos Deputy Governor, Hon Francis Mwangangi, has a previously unknown biological daughter. The woman, whose identity has not been fully verified, surfaced on social media asserting that she is the deputy governor’s child, immediately stirring speculation, debate, and political intrigue. Anyone familiar with Kenyan politics knows how calculated and ruthless it can get. Observers warn that this could be a politically motivated move by competitors or critics seeking to destabilize the Machakos County Government. While some have pointed out striking resemblances between the deputy governor and the woman, analysts caution that appearances…
Less than two weeks after another building collapse, tragedy struck again in Nairobi. A building under construction opposite Karen Community Church along Ngong Road collapsed today, leaving several injured.Emergency response teams swiftly arrived at the scene, evacuating six casualties to nearby hospitals. Authorities confirmed that all persons who were trapped have been accounted for. The Red Cross has confirmed the incident, assisting with medical care and monitoring the ongoing rescue efforts. Clearing of the rubble is still in progress, as response teams work to secure the area and investigate the cause of the collapse. This incident comes amid growing concerns…
The Kenyan technology and business sectors are reeling from the shock of the sudden and tragic death of Mwaura Gathua, the long-serving Chief Executive Officer of premier ICT firm Com Twenty One Limited. In an incident that has sent a cold shiver through the corporate world, the veteran tech leader’s life came to an end in the early hours of Tuesday morning after he reportedly plunged from the 14th floor of the Alba Gardens apartments along Kasuku Road in Nairobi’s Kilimani neighborhood. The quiet of the upscale residential area was broken when security guards at the high-rise complex reported hearing…
Renowned communication strategist Pauline Njoroge has publicly revealed that she will be vying for political office in Nairobi, marking a bold transition from behind-the-scenes power brokerage to frontline elective politics.Speaking in an exclusive interview with a Citizen TV journalist, Njoroge confirmed her intentions when asked directly whether she plans to contest in the capital. “Yes, I am going to vie in Nairobi,” she said, declining to immediately disclose the specific seat she is targeting. Pressed further on which position she intends to seek, she added, “I will communicate that in due time.” Her declaration has injected fresh energy into Nairobi’s…
Fresh questions continue to emerge over the handling of a high-stakes narcotics case after a Mombasa court on Monday released seven soldiers accused of trafficking methamphetamine worth Sh192 million, even as investigators admitted they were still awaiting a crucial forensic report to approve charges. Senior Resident Magistrate Hon. Gladys Ollimo ordered that each of the suspects be released on a Sh500,000 surety bond or an alternative cash bail of a similar amount, directing them to provide one contact person and report weekly to the Anti-Narcotics Police Unit. The court declined a request by police to further extend the suspects’ custodial…
With Dr. Irene Kasalu shifting her political gaze to the Kitui gubernatorial race, the battle to inherit the powerful Women Representative seat has quietly become one of the most consequential contests shaping Kitui’s 2027 political future. Unlike 2022—when incumbency, structure, and familiarity defined the outcome—the next race opens a clean slate, and with it, a rare opportunity for generational and ideological change.In the last election cycle, the Women Representative contest was less about ideas and more about political weight. Established names dominated the field, campaigns leaned heavily on party machinery, and voters ultimately rewarded visibility built over years rather than…