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.
National Liberation Party (NLP) leader Dr. Augustus Kyalo Muli has strongly condemned the manner in which Kitui-based blogger and digital journalist Emmanuel Maleve was arrested and driven out of Kitui under unclear circumstances—allegedly linked to his recent reporting on corruption claims involving senior leaders. Dr. Muli, speaking from Kitui South where he is leading a nationwide NLP membership recruitment drive, called on police authorities to immediately clarify the journalist’s status and whereabouts. His remarks come amid growing public concern after Maleve was reportedly abducted by individuals suspected to be law enforcement officers, with Kitui Central Police Station denying involvement and…
23-year-old Erick Multimedia University student Mutinda Philip has been arraigned in court on charges of reportedly murdering a 20-year-old Sylvia Kemunto Ayaye, a bright first-year student pursuing Mathematics and Computer Science. Arraigned before the High Court in Kibera, Mutinda stood solemnly as the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions leveled a charge of murder against him, contrary to Section 203 as read with Section 204 of the Penal Code. The charge stems from a chilling incident that unfolded on March 30th, 2025, inside the university premises along Magadi Road, Karen. According to investigators, what began as a post-breakup conversation…
The Kenyan government has ordered an immediate suspension of all gambling advertisements for 30 days—targeting TV, radio, social media, print, outdoor media, and even celebrity endorsements. The bold directive, issued by the Betting Control and Licensing Board (BCLB), takes effect immediately and is being framed as a response to the growing concern over the glamorization of gambling and its impact on minors and vulnerable populations. All Eyes on Aviator and Other Foreign Betting Platforms As part of the offensive, the Communications Authority of Kenya has been directed to block and deactivate all foreign gambling sites operating without a local license.…
In a dramatic twist that could reshape Kenya’s political future, Wiper Leader Kalonzo Musyoka, former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, Narc Kenya’s Martha Karua, and several key allies have held a secretive meeting with former Interior CS Dr. Fred Matiang’i in Nairobi this today, Channel 15 News can report. The explosive gathering, confirmed by multiple senior sources, has fueled intense speculation about the formation of a new “Resistance Alliance” aimed at unseating President William Ruto’s administration ahead of the 2027 General Election. Reliable insiders who spoke exclusively to Channel 15 News Political Scoop revealed that the private session, held at an…
The world is holding its breath as the Catholic Church races towards one of its most pivotal moments in history. The Holy See Press Office has officially announced that the Conclave to elect the 267th Pope will commence on May 7th, 2025 — a date now etched into the annals of global importance. Following a week of intense discussions during their fifth General Congregation, nearly 180 Cardinals currently gathered in Rome reached a decisive agreement on Monday morning. As the shadow of the late Pope Francis lingers, the Church now looks to the Sistine Chapel, where history will once again…
Once dismissed as a political nobody, Dr. Augustus Muli has exploded onto the Ukambani stage, sparking a revolution that threatens to tear down the very empire Wiper leaders spent decades building. The question now is simple — will he save the people, or destroy the old order completely? When a relatively unknown Dr. Augustus Muli dared to enter the Kitui Speaker race in 2022, few outside the small political circles of Kitui town even knew his name. And Wiper Party — long the undisputed landlord of Ukambani politics — wasted no time in locking the doors, refusing to let an…
In a bombshell revelation that could rattle the political foundations of the ruling party, former United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Secretary General Cleophas Malala has sensationally accused President William Ruto’s party of orchestrating a massive tax evasion scandal involving millions of shillings. Speaking exclusively to a local newspaper on Sunday, Malala painted a grim picture of blatant impunity at the heart of the Ruto-led administration, claiming UDA has systematically failed to remit statutory taxes despite receiving substantial funding from the Political Parties Fund since August 2022. Among the explosive allegations, Malala detailed that UDA had consistently failed to deduct and remit…
Kenya’s Eliud Kipchoge, widely regarded as the greatest marathoner of all time, earned close to $160,000 at the 2025 London Marathon, despite finishing sixth. The 40-year-old athlete received a $150,000 appearance fee and an additional $7,500 in prize money for his placement. Speaking after the race, Kipchoge expressed contentment with his performance, stating, “I am happy with what I am doing. I am here not to prove anything to anyone at all but to run with the Olympic spirit.” The men’s race was won by fellow Kenyan Sabastian Sawe, who clocked an impressive 2:02:27, marking the second-fastest time in the…
A Kenya Airways (KQ) flight headed for Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, was thrown into chaos today after fears of a hazardous biological leak forced the aircraft to make an emergency return to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) just minutes after take-off. Passengers aboard the ill-fated flight described terrifying scenes as the captain announced the sudden change of plans roughly 25 minutes into the journey. According to preliminary reports, the emergency was triggered by concerns over a potential leak involving Tuberculosis Bacilli, a highly infectious and dangerous biological agent, suspected to be in the cargo hold. Flight radar data reviewed by…
Kitui County Governor Dr. Julius Makau Malombe has fired a fierce warning shot at what he dramatically termed a “cartel of rogue bloggers” prowling the corridors of Kitui County. The Governor accused the group of masterminding a racket aimed at blackmailing his senior government officials by concocting fake scandals — all in a calculated scheme to extort money under the pretense of exposing corruption. Speaking during the inauguration of the County and Sub-County Alcoholic Drinks Control Committees on Friday, the head of the Kitui Government condemned the trend, warning that such acts of digital extortion would not be tolerated. Dr.…