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CCTV Reveals How 19-Year-Old Lawrence Gitonga and Companion Checked Into Kasarani Apartment At 3am
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CCTV Reveals How 19-Year-Old Lawrence Gitonga and Companion Checked Into Kasarani Apartment At 3am

CCTV Footage Captures the Moment 19-Year-Old Woman, Lawrence Gitonga Checked Into Kasarani Apartment at 3 am. (Image |courtesy ) In Summary: DCI detectives in Nairobi are investigating the death of a 19-year-old girl who allegedly fell from a 10th-floor apartment in Thome estate, Kasarani. CCTV footage obtained by Citizen TV captures the last moments when Lawrence Gitonga and the girl checked into the apartment, revealing eerie details of their movements before the tragic incident. DCI detectives in Nairobi are intensifying their investigation into the death of a 19-year-old girl who reportedly fell from the 10th floor of an apartment in Thome estate, Kasarani. The case took a dark turn after Lawrence Gitonga, the girl's companion, was found unconscious inside the rented...
Deaths Reported after Fatal Collision Between Bus and Tanker Along Highway
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Deaths Reported after Fatal Collision Between Bus and Tanker Along Highway

Debris scattered from a collision involving a Mombasa-bound bus and an oil tanker in Busia County. PHOTO | Courtesy In Summary: A devastating collision between a Mombasa-bound Tahmeed bus and a tanker in Busia County has resulted in numerous fatalities and numerous injuries. The tanker burst into flames upon impact, engulfing both vehicles and leading to a scene of harrowing rescue efforts and charred remains. In a tragic incident near the Mundika area in Busia County, a head-on collision between a Mombasa-bound Tahmeed bus and a tanker has led to a significant loss of life and injuries. Eyewitnesses recount that the collision caused the tanker to erupt in flames, compounding the severity of the accident. Initial reports suggest that a large number of passengers aboar...
Government Directs Residents Of Six Eastlands Estates To Vacate Immediately for Redevelopment
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Government Directs Residents Of Six Eastlands Estates To Vacate Immediately for Redevelopment

Addressing an event for Earth Negotiations Bulletin in June 2022, Housing Principal Secretary Charles Hinga. IMAGE | courtesy. In Summary: The Ministry of Lands, in collaboration with the Government, has instructed residents of six Government Estates in Nairobi's Eastlands to vacate immediately for redevelopment under the Affordable Housing Program (AHP). The affected estates include Jogoo Road Phase I & II, Jamaa, Mbotela, Ahero, and Mawenzi Gardens. Residents must clear any outstanding rent arrears, utility bills, and service charges by April 30, 2024. The Ministry of Lands, in conjunction with the Government, has issued a directive urging residents of six Government Estates in Nairobi's Eastlands area to vacate their homes promptly to facilitate redevelopment und...
Night Fire Ravages Nairobi Market [PHOTOS]
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Night Fire Ravages Nairobi Market [PHOTOS]

Fire outbreak at Uthiru 87 market along Waiyaki Way in Nairobi, February 29, 2024. Image courtesy. In Summary: A destructive fire broke out at Uthiru 87 market along Waiyaki Way in Nairobi on Thursday night, February 29. Firefighters from Nairobi City County and Kiambu swiftly responded to contain the blaze, but significant damage was done. Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the fire. Thursday night turned chaotic at Uthiru 87 market along Waiyaki Way in Nairobi when a fierce fire engulfed several stalls, leaving devastation in its wake. Emergency responders, including firefighters from Nairobi City County and Kiambu, rushed to the scene as the flames raged on after 10 pm. Despite their efforts, the fire caused extensive damage to the market. Desp...
5 Kwale County Gov’t Officials Arrested Over Kes.44M Graft Scandal
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5 Kwale County Gov’t Officials Arrested Over Kes.44M Graft Scandal

Image of the EACC headquarters at Integrity Centre in Nairobi. PHOTO | Courtesy In Summary: The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has apprehended five Kwale County Government officials, including the Head of Treasury and his four siblings, in connection with a Ksh.44.9 million graft scandal. The arrests follow allegations of misappropriation of public funds involving fraudulent contracts awarded to family-owned companies. In a significant development, the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has detained five officials from the Kwale County Government, implicating them in a Ksh.44.9 million graft scandal. Among those apprehended is Vincent Chirima Mbito, the Head of Treasury for Kwale County, allegedly at the forefront of orchestrating the corrupt acti...
Fatal Crash Claims 8 Lives, Leaves Several Injured on Kitui-Nairobi Highway
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Fatal Crash Claims 8 Lives, Leaves Several Injured on Kitui-Nairobi Highway

Rescue efforts in progress after a serious accident on Monday, February 26, 2024, in Machakos. The wreckage of the vehicle involved in the tragic incident is captured here. PHOTO | Courtesy In Summary: Eight individuals tragically lost their lives and several others suffered severe injuries following a devastating accident on the Kitui-Nairobi Road on Monday, February 26. The incident involved a bus carrying passengers, which lost control, veered off the road, and overturned near Katangi Market, prompting urgent rescue efforts and raising concerns about road safety. In a heart-wrenching turn of events, a fatal accident unfolded along the Kitui-Nairobi Road on the evening of Monday, February 26, claiming the lives of eight individuals and leaving numerous others with serious i...
Ruto and Raila Hold Talks with Museveni in Uganda
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Ruto and Raila Hold Talks with Museveni in Uganda

From left (President Ruto), center (President Museveni), and right (Azimio la Umoja leader Raila Odinga) at Museveni's Kisozi country residence.Image Source: President Ruto's X, formerly Twitter In Summary: President William Ruto and Azimio La Umoja Coalition leader Raila Odinga convened with Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni at his Kisozi country residence. The discussions centered on key topics including energy, petroleum, and regional integration, with a focus on strengthening ties between Kenya and Uganda. In a notable diplomatic engagement, President William Ruto and Azimio La Umoja Coalition leader Raila Odinga convened with Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni at his Kisozi country residence on Monday. Captured in photos, the two political rivals engaged in discussio...
Machogu’s New Directive to KUCCPS Sparks Interest After Deadline Extension
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Machogu’s New Directive to KUCCPS Sparks Interest After Deadline Extension

Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu.IMAGE | Courtesy In Summary: Education CS Machogu issues a new directive to KUCCPS following the extension of the application deadline. The directive aims to provide additional time for applicants to finalize their submissions, ensuring fairness and accessibility in the placement process. Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu has issued a fresh directive to the Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) in response to the extended application deadline. The directive, prompted by the need for applicants to complete their submissions, aims to uphold fairness and accessibility in the placement process. The Ministry of Education announced, "Therefore, building upon the extension notice issued by KUC...
Gachagua Voices Concern Over Politicians’ Absence at His Mombasa Conference
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Gachagua Voices Concern Over Politicians’ Absence at His Mombasa Conference

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua in discussion with senior KTDA officials at his official residence in Karen, Nairobi, on February 15, 2024. PHOTO | COURTESY In Summary: Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua criticizes Coast leaders for their absence at a Mombasa conference addressing drug and alcohol abuse. Gachagua questions the silence of leaders and stresses the urgency of addressing the issue collectively. Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua expressed disappointment on Monday, February 26, as Coast leaders were notably absent from the Coast Region Conference on Illicit Alcohol and Narcotic Drugs Abuse in Mombasa. Gachagua highlighted the significance of the conference in tackling the rampant drug and alcohol abuse afflicting the region's youth. During the conference, G...
Tragic Collision: Kenyan Lorry Wrecks Multiple Vehicles in Tanzania, Claiming 25 Lives
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Tragic Collision: Kenyan Lorry Wrecks Multiple Vehicles in Tanzania, Claiming 25 Lives

A compilation showcasing the aftermath of the tragic collision in Arusha on February 24, 2024. PHOTO | Courtesy In Summary: A fatal accident in Ngaramtoni, Arusha, Tanzania, involving a Kenyan lorry and multiple vehicles, has resulted in the loss of 25 lives and injuries to others. Among the victims were missionaries, including eight from Youth With a Mission (YWAM), underscoring the international impact of the tragedy. In a devastating incident on Saturday, tragedy struck Ngaramtoni, Arusha, Tanzania, as a collision involving a Kenyan lorry and multiple vehicles led to the loss of at least 25 lives and left several others injured. Reports indicate that the lorry, bearing Kenyan number plates and affiliated with a construction company, collided with several vehicles, incl...