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.
Former Kiambu Governor Ferdinand Waititu has been hit with a hefty Ksh. 53 million fine or a 12-year jail term after being found guilty of corruption in a conflict-of-interest case that shook the county’s leadership. In a ruling delivered by Chief Magistrate Thomas Nzyoki, Waititu was ordered to pay a mandatory fine of Ksh. 51 million or serve seven years behind bars. Additionally, he faces a separate five-year sentence or an alternative fine of Ksh. 2.5 million. This sentencing comes a day after Waititu was found guilty of irregularly awarding county tenders in February 2018 during his tenure as Kiambu…
A shocking new report by the National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) has exposed the widespread availability of drugs in Kenyan universities, painting a grim picture of a crisis spiraling out of control. The report reveals that alcohol is the most accessible substance, with a staggering 87.3% of university students admitting they can easily obtain it. Other dangerous substances are also rampant, with 64.4% of students having access to cigarettes, 41.2% to shisha, 36.4% to cannabis, and 30.2% to vape/e-cigarettes. The findings suggest that illicit drug culture is deeply embedded within university life, raising concerns…
A legal showdown is brewing between County Assembly Speakers and the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) after the speakers moved to the High Court demanding hefty car grants and maintenance allowances. In a petition filed on Tuesday, the speakers are seeking an order compelling SRC to allocate each of them a Sh5 million car grant and a Sh200,000 monthly vehicle maintenance allowance, citing what they term as “gross discrimination” in comparison to their counterparts in the executive and legislature. Speakers Cry Foul Over ‘Unfair Treatment’ The County Assembly heads argue that governors, MPs, and senior government officials enjoy luxurious benefits,…
Peninah Malonza, the former Cabinet Secretary for East African Community (EAC), Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASALS), and Regional Development, has seemingly disappeared from the public eye, leaving supporters and critics alike wondering about her next political move. Malonza was among the casualties of President William Ruto’s Cabinet reshuffle, which followed the deadly Gen-Z protests against the controversial Finance Bill 2023/24. In what Ruto termed a “broad-based government,” the reshuffle saw new political alignments, with Raila Odinga loyalists and Uhuru Kenyatta’s former allies finding space in the administration. Interestingly, despite her exit, no one from Kitui County has been appointed to…
A cloud of grief and uncertainty hangs over Miangeni International School following the tragic and shocking death of one of its students, Martin Mugambi. The 16-year-old was discovered floating lifeless in the school’s swimming pool on the morning of Monday, February 10, 2025, raising serious questions about student safety, mental health support, and school supervision. According to an official statement from the school, Martin had last been seen washing his clothes on Sunday evening, just hours after expressing distress to his classmates and making a chilling remark about ending his life. Despite these warning signs, it remains unclear what actions—if…
The Kitui County Assembly roared back to life today, 12th February 2025, marking the official end of the December recess. After a two-month break, the House reconvened with renewed energy, setting the stage for what promises to be a politically charged session. Speaker Kevin Kinengo Katisya, in his welcome remarks, urged members to uphold unity and commitment to their legislative duties. He emphasized the need for collaboration, assuring members of his unwavering support in fostering a productive legislative environment. However, beneath the pleasantries, new political alignments are already taking shape, signaling intense deliberations ahead. The highlight of the day was…
A storm erupted in the National Assembly today after Speaker Moses Wetang’ula ruled that President William Ruto’s Kenya Kwanza coalition remains the majority party with 165 MPs, while Raila Odinga’s Azimio la Umoja maintains its minority status with 154 MPs. The announcement, which came after weeks of political maneuvering and shifting party allegiances, immediately sparked outrage among Azimio lawmakers, who accused Wetang’ula of bias and undermining democracy. In a dramatic show of defiance, opposition MPs staged a mass walkout, chanting slogans against the Speaker and the ruling coalition. Azimio MPs Cry Foul, Dismiss Ruling as ‘Political Fraud’ Azimio leaders, led…
The war of words between celebrated Kamba gospel artists Stephen Kasolo and Stella Mengele has taken a new twist, with Mengele now vowing to take legal action. In a cryptic message, Mengele hinted at seeking legal redress, stating:”There are people who steal from you and shout ‘Mwizi,’ you end up beaten & robbed. Others hurt you & cry loudest. Legal accountability on what we say is our only way out. To Court 🙏.” Meanwhile, Kasolo has turned to TikTok to air fresh grievances, this time involving a dowry homecoming event in Tala late last year. According to Kasolo, a client…
In a harrowing event that has left the community in disbelief, police in Kitale have commenced investigations into a case where a 22-year-old man from Turkana was reportedly gang-raped by five women and subsequently robbed of his belongings. The young man, who was traveling back to Turkana, had just arrived in Kitale from Eldoret and was seeking directions to find overnight accommodation. According to initial reports, he approached a woman for assistance. Unbeknownst to him, this interaction would lead to a traumatic ordeal. The woman, along with four accomplices, allegedly lured him to a secluded location. There, the group is…
Governor Dr. Julius Malombe has reassured Kitui residents of his administration’s unwavering commitment to development, emphasizing that his government is making notable strides in transforming key sectors that directly impact the county’s people. Speaking at a high-profile burial in Kathivo, Kitui West Sub-county, where top county officials had gathered to lay to rest the late Joseph Ngundi Kimwemwe, husband to a senior county government officer, Governor Malombe took the opportunity to highlight his administration’s progress in various sectors. “Infrastructure, healthcare, water provision, and education have seen significant improvements since my administration took over,” the Governor stated, exuding confidence in his…