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Peter Salasya Reacts to 5,000 Calls After Kenyans Share MPs’ Numbers Demanding Rejection of Finance Bill 2024

13Jun

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Peter Salasya Reacts to 5,000 Calls After Kenyans Share MPs’ Numbers Demanding Rejection of Finance Bill 2024

Mumias East Member of Parliament (MP) Peter Salasya. PHOTO:Peter Salasya In Summary: Mumias East MP Peter Salasya received 5,000 calls urging him to reject the Finance Bill 2024. Salasya clarified that his vote alone wouldn't impact the outcome due to Kenya Kwanza's majority. On Thursday, June 13, Mumias East Member of Parliament (MP) Peter Salasya faced a deluge of phone calls from concerned Kenyans, prompting him to take a stance on the Finance Bill 2024. Salasya reported to the media that he had been inundated with 5,000 calls from citizens urging him to oppose the bill. This wave of calls was part of a coordinated online effort where the phone numbers of MPs were circulated, encouraging the public to reach out to their representatives and demand they vote aga...

Hunter Biden’s Trial Leaves U.S. Voters Unswayed, Ipsos Poll Shows

13Jun

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Hunter Biden’s Trial Leaves U.S. Voters Unswayed, Ipsos Poll Shows

Hunter Biden, accompanied by Jill Biden (left) and his wife, Melissa Cohen Biden, leaving court in Wilmington, Delaware, on June 10. File Photo. In Summary: Despite Hunter Biden's conviction on gun charges, most U.S. voters remain unaffected in their voting decisions. The verdict marks a first for a sitting president's child, but opinions on its impact differ from Trump's recent legal troubles. Hunter Biden's ongoing trial on criminal gun charges in Wilmington has garnered significant attention among U.S. voters, yet an overwhelming majority indicate that the outcome will not sway their decisions in the upcoming Nov. 5 election, according to a recent Reuters/Ipsos poll. Approximately 67% of registered voters surveyed over two days reported being aware of Hunter Biden...

30-Year-Old Diploma Graduate Arrested for Impersonating Radio Host to Scam PS, Politicians & Top Managers.

12Jun

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30-Year-Old Diploma Graduate Arrested for Impersonating Radio Host to Scam PS, Politicians & Top Managers.

Julius Gacheru Wangari, also known as Chris, pictured following his arrest. Photo: DCI. In Summary: A 30-year-old man was arrested for impersonating Spice FM presenter Eric Latiff. The suspect defrauded politicians and top managers by soliciting money under false pretenses. Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) arrested a 30-year-old man on Wednesday for allegedly impersonating Spice FM presenter Eric Latiff to scam politicians and top managers. The suspect was apprehended at his residence in the Zambezi area of Kikuyu in Kiambu County. During the operation, officers seized several communication devices the suspect reportedly used to defraud his victims. According to the DCI, the accused had been impersonating Eric Latiff by conta...

Governor on the Spot Over Offensive Comments Directed at Female Senator

12Jun

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Governor on the Spot Over Offensive Comments Directed at Female Senator

In Summary: Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo faces criticism for derogatory comments about Isiolo Senator Fatuma Dullo. The Kenya Women Parliamentary Association (KEWOPA) demands an apology and condemns the remarks as gender-based violence. Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo..File image | Courtesy Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo is under intense scrutiny after making offensive comments about Isiolo Senator Fatuma Dullo during an interview on a local radio station on Tuesday, June 11. Governor Guyo accused Senator Dullo of speaking negatively about him in government offices, using derogatory language to express his displeasure. The Kenya Women Parliamentary Association (KEWOPA) has defended Senator Dullo, describing the governor's remarks as gender-based violence. According ...

Rescue Operation Underway After 4-Storey Building Collapse in Nairobi; 5 Feared Trapped

12Jun

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Rescue Operation Underway After 4-Storey Building Collapse in Nairobi; 5 Feared Trapped

A collapsed building in Mathare North constituency, Nairobi, on May 14, 2024. (Photo: Teja Travis) In Summary: A four-storey building collapsed in Mathare North, Nairobi, with five people feared trapped under the rubble. Two individuals have been rescued and taken to the hospital, with ongoing efforts to find others. On Wednesday, a four-storey building in the Gateway area of Mathare North, Nairobi County, collapsed, with five people feared trapped under the debris. Initial reports suggest the building was partially demolished when it gave way with people still inside. The Kenya Red Cross Society reported that two casualties had been rescued during the search operations. The victims were given first aid at the scene before being transported to the hospital ...

DP Gachagua Responds to Ichung’wah’s Village Remarks

12Jun

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DP Gachagua Responds to Ichung’wah’s Village Remarks

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua during a previous address. PHOTO | Courtesy In Summary: Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua addressed claims by National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung'wah criticizing his association with his village. Gachagua expressed pride in his roots and stated that everyone has a place of origin they should embrace. He urged leaders to stop disrespecting others by branding them as "villagers" and encouraged the use of vernacular languages to show respect for one's identity. Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has addressed remarks made by National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung'wah, who criticized his association with his village. Speaking at the Pharmaceutical Society of Kenya International Scientific Conference in Momba...

Kenya Power Directs Prepaid Customers to Update Token Meters by August

12Jun

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Kenya Power Directs Prepaid Customers to Update Token Meters by August

Pre-paid electricity token machines provided by Kenya Power. IMAGE FILE In Summary: Kenya Power has instructed customers using prepaid token meters to update their meters by August to continue accessing electricity. The update is part of a global exercise to secure token generation for prepaid meters using the Standard Transfer Specification (STS). Customers will receive SMS codes from Kenya Power to key into their meters after purchasing tokens or directly from the company for updating. Kenya Power has announced a mandatory update for all prepaid token meters, requiring customers to complete the process by August to ensure uninterrupted electricity supply. The update is a part of an ongoing global initiative to enhance the security of token generation for prep...

Ronaldo Doubles Up as Portugal Overpower Ireland in Euro 2024 Tune-Up

12Jun

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Ronaldo Doubles Up as Portugal Overpower Ireland in Euro 2024 Tune-Up

The GOAT Strikes Again - Ronaldo Scores Brace vs Ireland. PHOTO : Cristiano Ronaldo In Summary: Cristiano Ronaldo underlined his readiness for Euro 2024 with a brace as Portugal secured a 3-0 friendly victory over the Republic of Ireland. The 39-year-old captain marked his 207th international cap by scoring his 129th and 130th goals for Portugal, while Joao Felix netted the opener. Cristiano Ronaldo sent a resounding message ahead of Euro 2024, scoring twice as Portugal concluded their preparations with an authoritative 3-0 friendly win against the Republic of Ireland in Aveiro. The talismanic 39-year-old, who had earlier struck the woodwork with a deflected free-kick, celebrated his 207th senior cap by taking his international tally to 130 goals, netting in the 50th an...

Ichung’wah and Sudi Criticize DP Gachagua Over Viral Plane Boarding Photos

12Jun

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Ichung’wah and Sudi Criticize DP Gachagua Over Viral Plane Boarding Photos

DP. Rigathi Gachagua seen moments before boarding a commercial flight to Mombasa on June 12, 2024. PHOTO | Courtesy In Summary: Deputy President Gachagua faces backlash after photos of him boarding a commercial flight while carrying his luggage went viral on social media. Several leaders, including Ichung'wah and Sudi, criticize the move, labeling it a publicity stunt. Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua became a target for political criticism on Tuesday evening after photos of him boarding a commercial Kenya Airways flight with his suitcase went viral online. The Deputy President was en route to the International Scientific Conference in Mombasa, but the move has been widely perceived as a needless publicity stunt. Several leaders quickly took to social media to...

Man Recounts Trauma After Wrongful HIV Diagnosis and ARV Treatment

11Jun

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Man Recounts Trauma After Wrongful HIV Diagnosis and ARV Treatment

South African resident Solomon Mthana shares his harrowing experience of enduring mental and emotional anguish following an erroneous HIV diagnosis and subsequent prescription of ARV medication. PHOTO : Gistmania In Summary: A South African man shares his emotional and psychological distress after a wrongful HIV diagnosis led to unnecessary ARV treatment. The Eastern Cape health department acknowledged the error, attributing it to the limitations of rapid response HIV tests and issuing an apology. Solomon Mthana, a South African man, has revealed the mental and emotional turmoil he endured following a wrongful HIV diagnosis and subsequent ARV treatment. The 50-year-old's ordeal began in March when he visited Settlers Hospital in Makhanda to have a lump in his head s...