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.
In a fresh twist to Kenya’s political realignments, Wiper Party Leader Kalonzo Musyoka has initiated the process of rebranding his party from Wiper Democratic Movement to Wiper Patriotic Front. The move, made public through a Gazette Notice, invites written submissions from members of the public within seven days to the Registrar of Political Parties concerning the intended name change. This rebranding marks another chapter in the party’s evolution, which began nearly two decades ago as ODM–Kenya in 2005 before rebranding to Wiper Democratic Movement in 2011. Kalonzo’s decision comes amid heightened political activity as parties gear up for the 2027…
The Kenya Kwanza administration is once again pushing forward a controversial proposal that aims to tighten state control over public protests, barely weeks after nationwide Gen Z-led demonstrations rattled the political establishment. Reintroduced in Parliament under the title The Assembly and Demonstration Bill, 2024, the proposed law seeks to radically reshape how Kenyans exercise their constitutional right to protest—by setting new restrictions, criminalizing spontaneous demos, and granting sweeping powers to the police and Cabinet. President William Ruto has already signaled his support for the law, saying it aims to strike a balance between the right to protest and the need…
It was not just a party event. It was a declaration — that a new political power has risen in Kenya, unapologetically bold, people-driven, and ready to disrupt the status quo. At The Woods Hotel in Kitui Central, the National Liberal Party (NLP) staged a thunderous National Delegates Conference (NDC) that brought together thousands of delegates and supporters from at least 34 counties, stretching from Nairobi to Kisumu, Meru to Mombasa, and Machakos to Homa Bay. Under the magnetic leadership of Dr. Augustus Kyalo Muli, the NDC became a rallying cry for a nation starved of visionary leadership. Party faithful…
President William Ruto has declared firm support for police officers and security personnel across the country, following a wave of violent protests that left several officers injured and public property destroyed. Speaking at State House Nairobi during a meeting with regional and county security officers as well as National Government Administration Officers (NGAOs), the President condemned what he described as a dangerous trend of lawlessness, where protestors have turned against law enforcement officers. “We cannot have a country where criminals run after our policemen. If a policeman’s life is in danger, then how can our families be safe?” Ruto questioned,…
In a bold act of media defiance, the Standard Group, which owns KTN News, has announced it will continue airing live coverage of the #June25th2025 protests, despite a government directive banning all real-time broadcast of the ongoing demonstrations. Earlier today, the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) ordered all local TV and radio stations to cease live transmission of the protests, a move widely criticized as a blatant attempt to suppress press freedom and mute public awareness. However, in a strong-worded statement, Standard Group said it “will not be part of a deliberate effort to plunge the country into a news…
At just 25, Peter Musya stands as a shining example of what it means to lead with heart, purpose, and unwavering resolve. As the Founder and CEO of the Peter Uplift Charity Foundation, he is not just making a difference—he is redefining grassroots impact across Kenya. Born and raised in the rural heart of Mwingi Central, Kitui County, Peter’s journey from the dusty paths of Masavi Primary School to the corridors of Kabarak University has been guided by an enduring desire to serve. A graduate in Procurement and Logistics Management, Peter is also a proud member of the Kenya Institute…
In a stunning escalation of regional tensions, Iran has fired six ballistic missiles at Al Udeid Air Base, the largest US military installation in the Middle East, located in Qatar. The attack, launched under the banner “Operation Annunciation of Victory”, marks one of the boldest direct confrontations between Tehran and Washington in recent years. Explosions were heard over Doha, and sirens wailed across several countries as Qatar temporarily shut its airspace, citing “emergency measures” to protect civilians and infrastructure. Missiles Intercepted, No Casualties Reported According to Qatari authorities, all six missiles were intercepted mid-air by the country’s advanced missile defense…
In a stirring celebration that melted hearts across the globe, award winning American gospel artist CeCe Winans is marking 41 years of marriage with her husband, Alvin Love II, sharing a touching message that quickly went viral among fans of gospel music and timeless love. “Happy 41st Anniversary! Life is so beautiful with you. And it’s ALL because of Jesus being our LORD! Thank you Jesus 🙌🏽,” she posted on Instagram, alongside a radiant photo of the couple. CeCe Winans, born Priscilla Marie Winans in Detroit in 1964, began her music journey singing in her local church choir at just…
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki on Monday convened a pivotal consultative forum with Members of County Assemblies (MCAs) from the Ukambani region — but it was the bold presence of Wiper’s defiant Speakers from Kitui and Machakos, and the notable absence of Makueni Speaker Douglas Mbilu, that stirred political buzz. The meeting, held at the Deputy President’s official residence in Karen, brought together over 70 MCAs drawn from Kitui, Machakos, and Makueni counties. However, Kitui Speaker Kevin Kinengo and Machakos Speaker Florence Mwangangi stood out as they led their full delegations to the high-level forum — a striking image given their…
In a strategic move aimed at deepening women’s political engagement and empowerment across the Ukambani region, the UDA Party’s Directorate of Women Affairs led by Director Margaret Ndanyi on Monday held a consultative meeting with officials from the Passionate Women Organisation. The closed-door meeting brought together women leaders from Kitui, Machakos, and Makueni counties under the leadership of Passionate Women Organisation founder Teresiah Kaindi Muli and National Chairperson Mary Kivulu. Key on the agenda was the forging of a working partnership between the ruling party’s women wing and the community-rooted organisation, focusing on Civic Education, Capacity Building, and structured empowerment…