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.
Wajir Woman Representative Fatuma Abdi has thrown the nation into a political storm after boldly declaring that North Eastern leaders are ready to rig the 2027 General Election in favor of President William Ruto if they don’t have the numbers. Speaking during a charged public address in Wajir, Fatuma passionately reaffirmed her support for the Head of State — but it was her exact words that lit the country ablaze: “Sisi wabunge wa North Eastern, nikiongea kutoka Wajir, maneno yetu kwa His Excellency the President ni mafupi sana — ni two terms ama kuna maneno mengine? Sisi tunangoja debe iletwe.…
Kyuso Boys Secondary School in Kyuso Sub-County, Mwingi North, has been closed indefinitely following a violent student unrest that occurred on Friday night. Reports indicate that students attempted to set a dormitory ablaze and vandalized school infrastructure by hurling stones, causing significant damage. The school’s administration, in consultation with local education authorities, decided to send all students home to ensure their safety and to facilitate a thorough investigation into the incident. Law enforcement agencies are currently probing the matter to identify those responsible and to determine the underlying causes of the unrest. This incident adds to a troubling pattern of…
Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has come out strongly in support of President William Ruto, stating that the government will not entertain threats aimed at destabilizing the country ahead of the 2027 General Election. Speaking during an interview on Citizen TV’s JKLive, Duale emphasized that the Ruto administration remains committed to upholding democratic principles and the rule of law, but would not hesitate to take firm action against individuals or groups seeking to seize power through unconstitutional means. “Anyone planning to torch a police station or a court of law is not a protester—they are a terrorist,” Duale said. “We…
In a stinging political broadside, People’s Liberation Party (PLP) leader Martha Karua has sensationally claimed that President William Ruto is preparing to cling to power by any means necessary — including crippling the electoral process and turning State House into a symbol of permanent rule. Speaking during a hard-hitting interview on Citizen TV, Karua accused the president of deliberately stalling the reconstitution of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), effectively leaving the country without a referee for the 2027 general elections. “I look at Ruto and I don’t see a man preparing for elections — I see someone acting…
Isiolo Governor Abdi Hassan Guyo has survived an impeachment attempt after the Senate voted overwhelmingly to reject the motion brought against him by the Isiolo County Assembly, citing procedural irregularities. In a vote held late Tuesday, 31 senators voted against the motion, with only 11 in support, effectively nullifying the Assembly’s move to impeach the governor. The Senate determined that the Isiolo County Assembly did not properly convene sittings to consider and pass the impeachment motion, rendering the entire process constitutionally invalid. This outcome marks a significant political victory for Governor Guyo, who now retains his position and avoids joining…
Former Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has officially has resigned from his position as a Senior Economic Advisor to the President; says to focus on his personal interests. Kuria announces quitting the administration marking the end of his nearly two-and-a-half-year tenure in Ruto’s government. Ending a nearly three-year stint in President William Ruto’s administration. In a statement posted on his verified X (formerly Twitter) account on Monday evening, Kuria revealed that he had met with President Ruto, who accepted his decision to step down. “This evening I have met my boss and my friend President William Ruto. The President has graciously…
The ongoing construction of the 10,000-seater Ithookwe Stadium in Kitui Central is in full swing, with the national government racing against time to complete the facility ahead of this year’s Mashujaa Day celebrations slated for October 20, 2025. The stadium, a key legacy project by President William Ruto’s administration, is being developed at the Ithookwe Showground with a budget of Ksh 800 million. Once completed, it will serve not only as the Mashujaa Day venue but also as a long-term sporting and community asset for the region. During a recent meeting held on June 19 at the Kitui Governor’s Office,…
The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has formally filed terrorism charges against 37 individuals, including known allies of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, following violent incidents that occurred in Kikuyu, Kiambu County, and Matuu, Machakos County, on June 25, 2025. The suspects were arraigned at the Kahawa Law Courts on Tuesday, with the prosecution accusing 25 of them of engaging in acts of terrorism in Kikuyu that led to the destruction of multiple government offices. Facilities affected include the Kikuyu Law Courts, Probation Office, Sub-County Offices, Chief’s Office, Registrar of Persons, Education and Lands offices, the Dagoretti Police Post, and the…
Kitui Governor Dr. Julius Malombe has delivered a fiery and heartfelt call for unity and purpose-driven leadership, urging both the County Assembly and Executive to abandon political theatrics and focus on delivering for the people. “Stop the drama, serve the people!” was the unspoken message echoed throughout his bold State of the County Address delivered at the County Assembly chambers on Tuesday afternoon. “As I conclude, allow me to sincerely thank this Honourable Assembly for the cooperation you have demonstrated as we work to deliver quality, timely, and impactful services to the people of Kitui,” Governor Malombe said in his…
Tensions rocked the Kitui County Assembly on Tuesday just moments before Governor Julius Malombe’s scheduled State of the County Address, as Speaker Kelvin Kinengo was forced to declare the Majority Whip position vacant following sustained pressure from Wiper Party MCAs. The commotion broke out during the opening of the Assembly’s 4th session, with Wiper-allied MCAs demanding immediate communication of changes in Majority leadership. The changes, contained in a letter submitted by Township MCA Daniel Ngoima, proposed: Hon. Daniel Ngoima (Township MCA) to take over as Majority Whip, replacing Hon. Bonface Mukwate (Kanyangi MCA) Hon. Cyrus Kisavi Musyoka (Ikanga MCA) to…