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.
President William Ruto on Sunday arrived at Jesus Celebration Centre (JCC) Mombasa, expecting to join worshippers for a church service led by Bishop Wilfred Lai—only to find the sanctuary deserted, the service long concluded, and the congregation gone. The unexpected turn of events came after the president spent his morning at the Port of Mombasa, where he welcomed and toured the Norwegian Dawn, a colossal 294-meter-long luxury cruise ship carrying over 2,200 tourists. The visit was part of his government’s push to position Kenya as a key tourism destination. “We are investing in quality infrastructure, engaging in strategic marketing, and…
Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and allied factions have signed a charter in Nairobi, Kenya, to establish a “Government of Peace and Unity” in territories under their control. This development, announced on February 22, 2025, aims to create a secular, democratic state with a unified national army, directly challenging the authority of the existing military regime in Port Sudan. The signing ceremony, held at Nairobi’s Kenyatta International Convention Centre, brought together key rebel leaders, including Abdelaziz al-Hilu of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement-North (SPLM-N). The RSF, led by General Mohamed Hamdan “Hemedti” Dagalo, currently controls significant regions in Western…
In a shocking twist, celebrated journalist Ken Mijungu has been abruptly let go by Cape Media’s TV47, mere days after securing the coveted role. Channel 15 News has reliably learned that negotiations for Mijungu’s onboarding were still ongoing when Cape Media’s management made a last-minute decision to terminate the agreement. Sources close to the matter reveal that the Service Agreement, which had been formalized on January 31, 2025, was officially revoked, taking effect from February 22, 2025. While the exact reasons behind this abrupt reversal remain undisclosed, insiders speculate that internal considerations within Cape Media may have played a significant…
Drama unfolded in Kigaa village, Embu County, when a Catholic Church priest was forced to abandon a burial service mid-ceremony as Rastafarians took over the send-off of one of their own, Brian Muteti, famously known as ‘Pope.’ The unexpected turn of events left mourners in shock after the dreadlocked group stormed the ceremony, demanding that only reggae music be played in honor of the deceased. The priest, who had begun leading the mass in accordance with Catholic traditions, was interrupted and asked to leave before completing the burial rites. Eyewitnesses say tensions escalated when the Rastafarian group, dressed in their…
The curtains have fallen on the Kitui County Term One Ball Games, hosted at Kitui School in Kitui Central Sub-County, with defending champions Ikutha Girls stamping their authority in basketball. Ikutha Girls retained their county basketball title in dominant fashion, thrashing Mbitini Girls 61-13 in the finals. The commanding victory underscored their superiority on the court, as they dismantled their opponents with precision and tactical brilliance. The investment in their state-of-the-art basketball court, unveiled earlier this year, is paying dividends as the school cements its legacy in the sport. In the boys’ basketball final, hosts Kitui School delivered an emphatic…
Kitui Pastoral Centre was abuzz with intellectual enthusiasm as more than 100 mathematics teachers from Catholic-sponsored secondary schools in Kitui Diocese convened for a one-day seminar aimed at refining their teaching strategies. The event, facilitated by Peter Ndichu from St. Francis Mang’u Girls, sought to equip educators with innovative methodologies to make mathematics more comprehensible and engaging for students. The seminar commenced on a spiritual note, with a Holy Mass led by His Lordship, Rt. Rev. Joseph Mwongela. Addressing the attendees, Bishop Mwongela underscored the immense responsibility teachers bear in shaping young minds. “Be gentle with students and teach step…
Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has launched a fiery attack on President William Ruto, condemning his decision to host Sudanese rebels in Nairobi and warning that it could destabilize Kenya’s diplomatic relations with Sudan. Speaking during a meet-and-greet in Mwea, after attending the wedding of Samson and Josephine Kamuchere at ACK Rangondu in Kagio, Kalonzo accused the President of making reckless foreign policy decisions that could backfire. “The President has made a reckless decision by allowing the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) to hold meetings in Nairobi. This move will create unnecessary tensions with Sudan,” Kalonzo said. “Kenya should not be…
Nduu Village in Kaiti Constituency, Makueni County, was engulfed in sorrow and rage as family, friends, and leaders gathered today afternoon to bid farewell to Martin Nzyuko Mwau, one of the Mlolongo men who mysteriously disappeared after allegedly being abducted by police. His body was later discovered at City Mortuary under circumstances that have raised serious questions about extrajudicial killings and police impunity. Mwau’s body was found at the same facility where that of Justus Mutumwa Musyoki was also discovered. Authorities confirmed that both bodies were delivered to the mortuary on December 17, a day after they were forcibly taken…
A dramatic moment unfolded at a funeral gathering when mourners loudly rejected former Defence Cabinet Secretary Eugene Wamalwa’s attempt to send his condolences to the late former IEBC chairman Wafula Chebukati. The crowd erupted into chants of “Acha akufe!” (Let him die!), signaling their displeasure and apparent resentment towards the deceased electoral official. The DAP-K Party Leader was condoling with the family of Eric Wambasi in Webuye East, Bungoma County, following the passing of their daughter and Webuye East Sub County Party Deputy Secretary, Wendy Khakasa. Eugene eulogized Wendy, who died at the age of 40, as a tough campaigner…
A tragic road accident along the Kwa Vonza-Seku road has claimed the lives of three students from South Eastern Kenya University (SEKU), sending shockwaves across the institution and beyond. The devastating incident occurred yesterday evening when the motorbike they were riding collided with the rear of a stationary lorry, leading to their untimely demise. Eyewitnesses recount a harrowing scene as the impact left the victims with fatal injuries. Confirming the accident to Channel 15 News via phonecall, Kwa-Vonza Chief Ronald Mbuvi said the three male students were riding on their motorbike when they suddenly crushed into the back of a…