Author: Erastus Maleve

Maurice Mwongela, the father of Bishop Joseph Mwongela, has been laid to rest at his ancestral home in Kakumi Village in a solemn ceremony marked by prayer, reflection and tribute to a life deeply rooted in faith and service. The late patriarch, who passed away at the age of 97, was remembered as a man of unwavering faith, humility, generosity and steadfast devotion to both family and Church. Speakers described him as a quiet but firm pillar whose influence extended beyond his household into the wider Christian community. The Funeral Mass was presided over by Archbishop Philip Anyolo, while the…

A distraught mother from Kitui County has come out publicly accusing a local woman of allegedly trafficking her six-month-old baby girl under unclear circumstances. Speaking to the media in Kitui town, the mother claimed that the suspect, identified as Agnes Mwende Syombua from Mutitu Wa Ndoa in Kitui East, disappeared with the infant and has not been seen since. The mother alleges that the incident occurred under mysterious circumstances and has left her family devastated. According to the mother, she reported the matter at Kitui Police Station immediately after realizing her child was missing. However, she claims that despite making…

The Kenya Medical Supplies Authority (KEMSA) has lost a Sh1 billion court battle in a dispute over a contract involving the supply of HIV drugs, dealing a significant blow to the State agency tasked with managing the country’s medical commodities. The High Court ordered that Sh1 billion be released from KEMSA’s bank account to settle payment owed to a supplier following a protracted legal dispute over a procurement deal targeting fixed-dose antiretroviral (ARV) combinations used in Kenya’s HIV programme. The contract, initiated to plug urgent gaps in the country’s HIV treatment pipeline, was intended to ensure uninterrupted access to life-saving…

Senior Counsel Ahmednasir Abdullahi has revisited the political fallout that followed the death of Jaramogi Oginga Odinga in the mid-1990s, drawing parallels between the Ford party wrangles of that era and what he describes as emerging tensions within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) ahead of the 2026 political cycle. In a lengthy post shared on X, the outspoken lawyer reflected on the leadership contest that followed Jaramogi’s death, claiming that the battle between Kijana Wamalwa, James Orengo and Raila Odinga reshaped opposition politics in Kenya. According to Ahmednasir, Raila eventually walked away and built what he termed a “political behemoth…

In the heart of Makueni County, a once‑dreamt project is now reshaping agricultural value chains and inspiring counties across Kenya. The Kalamba Fruit Processing Plant was established in 2017 by the Makueni County Government through the Makueni County Fruit Development and Marketing Authority (MCFDMA) — has become a model of agro‑industrial transformation, turning mango farming from subsistence into a viable, market‑driven agribusiness. What began as a response to serious post‑harvest losses — where 30–40% of mango produce went to waste each season — has grown into an end‑to‑end value addition system. The plant originally focused on processing mangoes into puree,…

Kenyan lawmakers have rallied behind the Health (Amendment) Bill, 2024, a landmark legislation aimed at ending the detention of bodies over unpaid hospital bills and ensuring all Kenyans receive emergency medical care without upfront payment. The Bill, championed by Kirinyaga County MP Hon. Njeri Maina, proposes amendments to the Health Act, Cap. 241, compelling all public health facilities to provide emergency services before demanding payment. It also seeks to criminalize the holding of deceased bodies as collateral for unpaid medical fees — a practice increasingly criticized for undermining dignity and human rights. Hon. John Kiarie (Dagoretti South MP) underscored the…

Kenya is in mourning following the passing of a distinguished military leader, Major General (Rtd) Aboud Abdallah Awadh Rafraouf, former Commander of the Kenya Navy. The news was confirmed on social media by former Mombasa Senator and UDA Chairman Hassan Omar, who expressed deep sorrow and extended condolences to the family and colleagues of the late General. Major General Rafraouf served the nation with honour, discipline, and unwavering commitment, playing a key role in shaping and strengthening Kenya’s defence institutions. Throughout his career, he was celebrated for his steady leadership during defining national moments, demonstrating patriotism and a deep sense…

Edwin Watenya Sifuna is a Kenyan lawyer, politician, and current Senator for Nairobi City County. Known for his sharp legal mind and bold political statements, Sifuna has established himself as one of the most influential voices in the opposition. His journey from a young law graduate to a national political figure highlights a career built on strategy, legal expertise, and public service. Born on May 22, 1982, in Mumias, Kakamega County, Sifuna grew up in a family that valued education and civic responsibility. After completing his education at the University of Nairobi and the Kenya School of Law, Sifuna was…

Political momentum within the opposition took a dramatic turn over the weekend after Edwin Sifuna led a charged Linda Mwananchi rally in Kitengela that was later disrupted by police, while Kalonzo Musyoka remained conspicuously absent from the public scene. Sifuna’s rally drew thousands of supporters before anti-riot police lobbed teargas to disperse the crowd, an incident that only amplified his visibility and hardened his stance against what he termed state intimidation. The dramatic scenes quickly dominated political conversations, projecting him as an active and combative voice within the opposition landscape. In contrast, Kalonzo — who has publicly declared his intention…

Three police officers attached to Nguutani Police Station have died on Sunday afternoon following a road accident at Mwatungo along the Kithyoko–Matuu road. The officers, who were travelling along the Thika–Mwingi–Garissa Highway, were involved in the crash after the vehicle they were in reportedly lost control, veered off the road and rolled several times. Police said one officer died at the scene of the accident. Two others were rushed to hospital with serious injuries. One succumbed while receiving treatment at Kithyoko Hospital, while the third died at Matuu Level 4 Hospital where he had been referred for specialised care. The…