Author: Erastus Maleve
Erastus Maleve
Erastus Maleve is a Daystar University graduate with a BA in Electronic Media. He began his career as a newsreader at Ghetto Radio 89.5 before serving as a producer and radio host at Radio Thome 88.1 FM in Kitui for four years. Erastus further honed his skills with an attachment at BBC East Africa Correspondence. He is the founder of Channel 15 News, where he leads news coverage, social media management, and digital marketing. Well-versed in event organizing, Erastus combines his media expertise with a keen understanding of social media dynamics to shape local and national narratives.
Wiper Party Leader Kalonzo Musyoka has come under sharp criticism following what many termed as a “wasted opportunity” during his speech at the state funeral of the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga in Bondo, Siaya County. Kalonzo, who for over 15 years stood by Raila’s side—persuading the Kamba community to rally behind him in three consecutive elections—was expected to use the rare national platform to cement his political appeal beyond Ukambani. Instead, observers say he failed to rise to the moment. “Given a chance to talk, Kalonzo proved completely inadequate,” one commentator remarked online. “He was given an opportunity…
Raila Odinga’s passing marks the end of an extraordinary political chapter — five presidential attempts across three decades (1997, 2007, 2013, 2017 and 2022) that defined Kenya’s opposition politics and shaped alliances across generations. Throughout that journey, one man stood beside him longer than anyone else — Kalonzo Musyoka — who backed Raila in three of those bids and spent more than fifteen years in the trenches of opposition politics. Yet despite spending years battling government from outside, Raila always found his way back in through power-sharing and handshake politics — the nusu mkate coalition with Mwai Kibaki in 2008,…
All roads lead to Ithookwe Stadium in Kitui County as Kenya prepares to mark this year’s Mashujaa Day celebrations, with final touches now complete ahead of the national event set for Monday, October 20. Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya confirmed that the stadium is ready to host thousands of Kenyans and dignitaries, noting that Kitui has made remarkable preparations to welcome both local and international guests. In a statement shared this evening, Mvurya expressed his honor at being appointed the Escort of Honor to receive His Excellency Bassirou Diomaye Diakhar Faye, the President of the Republic of Senegal, who arrived…
In the heart of Ukambani’s evolving political landscape, two names have emerged as the faces of a new generation of leadership — Vincent Kawaya and Augustus Kyalo Muli. Though they stand on opposite sides of Kenya’s political divide, both leaders have carved distinct paths defined by vision, courage, and an unwavering commitment to the Kamba community. Kawaya represents the government establishment in Lower Eastern region, a polished legislator and UDA National Organising Secretary who believes Ukambani’s prosperity lies in collaborating with the ruling administration. Muli, on the other hand, is the fearless opposition voice and community mobilizer championing inclusive empowerment…
What was meant to be a solemn farewell to the late former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga turned tragic on Saturday morning after a stampede broke out at Jomo Kenyatta Stadium in Mamboleo, Kisumu, leaving several mourners injured. According to reports by CGTN reporter Trix Ingado and multiple local media outlets, the incident occurred when thousands of mourners — many of whom had camped outside the gates overnight — surged forward as the gates were opened for the public viewing of Odinga’s body. Witnesses said the crowd became uncontrollable as people scrambled to secure a glimpse of the casket draped…
Former U.S. President Barrack Obama has paid a heartfelt tribute to the late former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga, describing him as “a true champion of democracy” and “a child of independence who endured decades of struggle and sacrifice for the broader cause of freedom and self-governance in Kenya.” In his statement, Obama recalled his personal encounters with Raila, noting that he often witnessed the ODM leader “put the interests of his country ahead of his own ambitions.” He lauded Raila’s legacy of peaceful reconciliation and unwavering commitment to democratic values, saying, “Through his life, Raila Odinga set an example…
As Kenya continues to mourn the death of former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga, a touching story has emerged from within the aviation sector. A young Civil Aviation officer, Mutuku William Mwanza, has revealed that it was his greatest honor to change the callsign of the Kenya Airways aircraft that ferried the late statesman’s body from Mumbai, India, to Nairobi—from KQA203 to RAO001. “My greatest honor has been changing the callsign of the aircraft bringing Baba home from KQA203 to RAO001. He could not come in as Kenya Airways,” said Mutuku, who was on duty on the day the historic…
Kenya’s second Prime Minister and Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader, the late Rt. Hon. Raila Amolo Odinga, today lay in State at Parliament Buildings in Nairobi in a solemn ceremony that drew national and international attention. The brief but dignified event preceded the State Funeral held later at Nyayo National Stadium, where thousands gathered to pay their final respects to the man fondly known as Baba. A military-led motorcade, escorted by police outriders and an army band, arrived at Parliament shortly after 6:30 a.m., bearing the casket draped in the Kenyan national flag. The body was received by National Assembly…
Kitui Governor Dr. Julius Malombe has described the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga as a true leader and a steadfast champion of Pan-Africanism. Speaking during the signing of a Memorandum of Association between the Kitui County Government and Kenya Utalii College, Governor Malombe said he will personally attend the memorial ceremony at Nyayo Stadium alongside other governors to honor the late ODM leader. “We have a lot of respect for Baba. He was a true leader, a visionary, and a strong believer in devolution. We shall join other leaders at Nyayo to celebrate his legacy,” Governor Malombe said. During…
Former Vice President and Wiper Party Leader Dr. Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka has announced that he is cutting short his official visit to London following the death of Kenya’s Second Prime Minister, Rt. Hon. Raila Amolo Odinga. In a statement released upon his arrival at Heathrow International Airport, where he had landed for a scheduled 10-day programme, Kalonzo said he received the devastating news of Raila’s passing with deep sorrow and shock. “I am therefore rearranging my schedule of engagements in the United Kingdom in honour of my fallen brother,” Kalonzo said. The Wiper Party Leader, who has been one of…