Author: Erastus Maleve

Former Migori Governor Okoth Obado is gearing up for a high-stakes courtroom battle as he prepares to defend himself against murder charges in April. The court has ruled that the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has established a prima facie case against Obado and his co-accused, Michael Oyamo and Caspal Obiero, over the brutal murder of Rongo University student Sharon Otieno. The defense hearing is scheduled to run from April 23 to April 25, 2025, a critical moment in a case that has gripped the nation for years. This follows the conclusion of the prosecution’s case in June 2024, during…

Kimilili MP Didmus Wekesa Barasa has set the stage for a major shake-up in Kenya’s education sector with his proposal to amend the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) Act, 2012. In a letter addressed to the Speaker of the National Assembly and obtained by Channel 15 News, Barasa is pushing for changes that would see teachers gain direct representation within the Commission while also transforming its operational structure. At the heart of his proposal is the argument that teachers—the very people who bear the weight of the education system—are left without a direct voice in the decisions that shape their careers.…

A school in Nyamira County has been thrown into turmoil after a shocking case of workplace violence involving a principal and a teacher. Vincent Onyancha, a dedicated educator, is currently nursing injuries at a hospital in Ikonge after a brutal assault allegedly orchestrated by his own boss. According to Onyancha, the principal attacked him in front of his students, slapping and kicking him without warning. “I was in class teaching when he stormed in. He slapped me, kicked me, and dragged me out like a criminal,” Onyancha painfully recounted from his hospital bed. The situation escalated further when the principal…

She is young, stylish, and a regular at some of Kitui’s most exclusive clubs and hotels. But Mary Mbithe (not her real name) is not your average socialite. For months, many have speculated about her source of wealth, with some accusing her of sleeping with wealthy men to maintain her lavish lifestyle. However, in an exclusive interview with Channel 15 News, Mary has finally set the record straight—she makes her money by chatting with people online. And the earnings? Enough to buy land and fund a luxurious lifestyle. From Online Chats to Real Estate Investments Despite her young age, Mary…

Kamba gospel artist Ndeke Ya Muthanga has allegedly been arrested this morning under unclear circumstances. A picture in possession of Channel 15 News shows him seated in a car with his hands handcuffed. However, Channel 15 News cannot independently verify the authenticity of the image at this moment. Reports that we cannot independently verify indicate that the artist has been taken to the DCI headquarters on Kiambu Road. Efforts to reach his manager and his godmother—also a renowned Kamba gospel artist—were futile, as calls to both went unanswered by the time we went to press. Ndeke Ya Muthanga has been…

A tragic and shocking case has unfolded in Killeen, Texas, where a Kenyan-born U.S. Army officer, John Gitau Mwangi, has been arrested for allegedly murdering his wife, Esther Gitau, in their home on Lakecrest Drive. The gruesome crime, which has left the Kenyan and military communities in shock, took place on the evening of Friday, February 21, 2025. At approximately 7:15 p.m., Killeen Police officers responded to a welfare check at the couple’s residence, only to find a chilling scene—Esther’s lifeless body riddled with multiple gunshot wounds. Despite emergency efforts, Justice of the Peace Nicola James pronounced her dead at…

The Kitui County Government is under intense pressure to fill two critical Chief Officer positions that have remained vacant for months, leaving key sectors in limbo. The county’s failure to replace the dismissed officers—Mr. Stephen Makau Musili, who headed Trade, Industry, MSMEs & County EIZs, and Nelly Mutisya, who was in charge of Agriculture and Fisheries—has sparked outrage among residents and legislators alike. At the forefront of the calls for action is Kitui County Assembly Deputy Minority Leader and Nguni MCA, who has publicly demanded that the positions be filled immediately. His demand comes against the backdrop of an increasingly…

In a chilling turn of events, the decomposing body of missing British national Campbell Scott has been discovered deep inside Makongo forest in Makueni County, stuffed in a green sack, sending shockwaves across Kenya and beyond. Scott, a 58-year-old senior director at the London-based data analytics giant FICO, vanished without a trace nearly two weeks ago after arriving in Nairobi for a business conference. His disappearance had sparked an international search, with the DCI and Interpol scrambling to trace his last steps. The grim discovery was made on Saturday morning by unsuspecting herders who stumbled upon the eerie, foul-smelling sack…

In a move that signals a new era in the Senate Committee on Land, Environment, and Natural Resources, Mombasa Senator Mohamed Faki and Nominated Senator Karen Nyamu have been elected as Chairperson and Vice Chairperson, respectively. Their unanimous election underscores the confidence their colleagues have in their leadership, setting the stage for a dynamic approach to crucial land and environmental matters in the country. During his acceptance speech, Senator Faki expressed gratitude to the committee members, vowing to steer the team towards impactful policy reforms and legislative oversight. He emphasized that the committee’s mandate extends beyond mere deliberations on paper,…

The Kenyan media fraternity is in mourning following the untimely demise of veteran news anchor Njoroge Mwaura. The former KTN journalist passed away after developing complications during a surgical procedure at a Nairobi hospital, his family has confirmed. Mwaura, a household name in Kenya’s journalism landscape, was known for his commanding presence, eloquence, and hard-hitting interviews. His career spanned decades, making him one of the most respected figures in the industry. Details surrounding his surgery remain scarce, but sources indicate that he was undergoing a delicate medical procedure when complications arose, leading to his demise. The family, in a brief…