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.
Principal Secretary for Medical Services Harry Kimtai has succumbed to mounting pressure from Members of Parliament and agreed to withdraw the case against Grace Njoki, the woman who stormed a high-profile Health CS meeting at Afya House. Njoki, whose daring intrusion into the ministry’s meeting sparked a heated debate, had been facing legal action for causing a disturbance. However, MPs rallied behind her, demanding that the government drop the charges, citing her right to express grievances regarding the state of public healthcare. Sources indicate that the pressure on PS Kimtai intensified after lawmakers questioned why the government was quick to…
Former Migori Governor Okoth Obado and two of his close associates have a case to answer over the brutal murder of Rongo University student Sharon Otieno in 2018, the High Court ruled on January 30, 2025. The decision marks a turning point in a high-profile case that has gripped the nation for years, involving politics, power, and betrayal. The Case So Far The prosecution alleges that Obado, along with his former personal assistant Michael Oyamo and ex-county clerk Caspal Obiero, orchestrated the abduction and murder of Sharon, who was seven months pregnant at the time of her death. A government…
In a move that has ignited public outrage, Kenyan Members of Parliament have clandestinely altered legislation to exempt themselves from paying a staggering Sh1.04 billion in car taxes, defying a court ruling that mandated the payment. This covert action has now been met with legal resistance as a prominent lawyer challenges the amendment in court, seeking to compel the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) to collect the owed taxes. The Secretive Amendment In a session shrouded in secrecy, MPs introduced and passed an amendment to the Finance Act that effectively exempts them from paying taxes on their luxury vehicles. This legislative…
Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti has made a bold move in handling the long-standing territorial dispute with neighboring Makueni County, signaling a shift in how county boundaries will be resolved in Kenya. In a high-profile meeting with Lands Cabinet Secretary Alice Wahome, the two leaders agreed to leave the fate of the contentious border issue in the hands of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), pending its full constitution. This announcement comes amid rising tensions over land demarcation in the Lower Eastern region, where Machakos and Makueni residents have clashed over land ownership, tax revenues, and service provision. The move…
National Assembly Speaker Rt. Hon. (Dr.) Moses Wetang’ula has raised concerns that the long-delayed reconstitution of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) could derail crucial electoral processes, with boundary delimitation emerging as the biggest casualty. Speaking during the 2025 National Assembly Mid-Term Retreat in Naivasha, Nakuru County, Wetang’ula noted that while the lack of a fully operational IEBC has hindered by-elections in constituencies and wards with vacancies, the greater threat lies in the stalled boundary delimitation process. “The delay in the reconstitution of the IEBC has stalled crucial activities, including boundary delimitation, which is vital for the country’s electoral…
Kitui, January 29, 2025 – A somber mood has engulfed Our Lady of Africa, Kitui Cathedral, as the Catholic faithful, clergy, and religious leaders gather for the Requiem Mass of the late Rev. Fr. Fredrick Nguthu Mbuvi. The emotional service is being presided over by the Vicar General, Very Rev. Fr. John Mwandi, as the Diocese mourns the loss of a priest whose life was marked by humility, unwavering service, and deep faith. Fr. Nguthu, who was born in January 1969 and ordained to the priesthood on September 14, 2002, dedicated 22 years to pastoral service, touching countless lives with…
The Kenya Meteorological Department has warned of an unpredictable rainy season, with below-average rainfall expected in several parts of the country, late-onset rains, and sporadic storms. Regions such as Northeastern Kenya are likely to experience significant rainfall deficits, while Northwestern, Rift Valley, Central, Southeast Lowlands, and Coastal areas will see near-average to below-average rainfall. In contrast, Western Kenya, the Lake Victoria Basin, and the Kenya-Tanzania border areas may receive near-average to above-average rainfall. Erratic Weather Patterns Pose Risks The forecast also warns of poor rainfall distribution, with dry spells alternating with sudden storms. Most areas will experience peak rains in…
In a landmark ruling, the High Court sitting in Garissa has nullified the 2019 population census results for Mandera, Wajir, and Garissa counties, citing grave irregularities that compromised data integrity. The ruling, delivered under Constitutional Petition No. 4 of 2020 as consolidated with seven other cases, comes after a four-year legal battle spearheaded by Hon. Abdullahi Bashir Sheik and 24 others against the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) and four other respondents. The Court found that KNBS failed to uphold fundamental data accuracy standards, leading to inflated and unreliable population figures in the affected counties. Consequently, the judiciary has…
Former President of Kenya, H.E. Uhuru Kenyatta, is set to make a high-profile return to the global policy stage as he delivers the keynote address at the inaugural East Africa Region Global Health Security Summit (EARGHSS 2025) this morning. The landmark event is taking place at the PrideInn Paradise Beach Resort Convention Centre in Mombasa, bringing together regional leaders, policymakers, and global health experts to tackle the pressing health security threats facing East Africa. A Timely Summit Amid Rising Health Concerns The EARGHSS 2025 summit comes at a crucial time when East Africa is grappling with a series of public…
Is Amb. Dr. FCS Koki Muli Grignon Kenya’s Most Sought-After Selection Panelist? Just a day after being sworn into the IEBC Selection Panel, Dr. Muli was front and center at another vetting session today in Kitui County, this time for a panel that will oversee the recruitment of the County Secretary, County Public Service Board Secretary, and County Attorney. Her back-to-back vetting appearances have sparked fresh controversy, fueling claims that she is Wiper Party’s ultimate power player, strategically positioned to influence both national and county governance processes. How does one person land multiple powerful vetting roles in different jurisdictions at…