This archive report was first published on 22 September 2019.
Top Stories in Kenya ¶
Kenya has been abuzz with various news stories in the past week, and we've got the highlights for you.
1. Pasta Ng'ang'a's Shocking Video ¶
Controversial pastor James Ng'ang'a has been in the news for all the wrong reasons after a video of him beating his followers with sticks went viral.
The video, which was shared on social media, shows Ng'ang'a physically abusing his followers, who were allegedly trying to bless him.
2. Monica Okoth's DNA Drama ¶
Monica Okoth, the widow of late MP Ken Okoth, has been ordered to stay away from the DNA results of her husband's alleged child with Anne Thumbi.
The results, which were released in September 2019, showed that there was a 99.9% chance that Okoth was the father of the child, who is now five years old.
3. Pasta Ng'ang'a's Court Case ¶
Pasta Ng'ang'a has been sued for KSh 1 million for allegedly showing off his wealth on social media.
The court case, which was filed by the Communications Authority of Kenya (CAK), alleges that Ng'ang'a breached the country's broadcasting regulations by sharing a video of himself showing off his wealth.
4. Akothee's Bunge Drama ¶
Businesswoman and socialite Akothee was barred from entering the National Assembly after she was spotted wearing a revealing outfit.
The incident, which occurred in September 2019, sparked a heated debate on social media, with many calling for Akothee to be banned from the assembly.
5. Uhuru and Ruto's Kibra Endorsement ¶
President Uhuru Kenyatta and Deputy President William Ruto have endorsed Jubilee Party candidate McDonald Mariga to run for the Kibra parliamentary seat.
The endorsement, which was made in September 2019, has sparked controversy, with many questioning the duo's motives.
6. Inspekta Mwala's Jail Sentence ¶
Former Inspector General of Police David Mwala has been sentenced to one year in jail for causing a fatal accident while driving under the influence.
The sentence, which was handed down in September 2019, has sparked outrage, with many calling for Mwala to be held accountable for his actions.
7. Sossion's KNUT Drama ¶
KNUT Secretary General Wilson Sossion has been granted police protection after he was threatened by unknown individuals.
The incident, which occurred in September 2019, has sparked a heated debate on social media, with many calling for Sossion to be protected.
8. Victor Wanyama's Leicester City Drama ¶
Tottenham midfielder Victor Wanyama was involved in a heated exchange with Leicester City fans after his team's 2-1 win over the Foxes.
The incident, which occurred in September 2019, has sparked controversy, with many questioning Wanyama's behavior.
9. Waititu's Mahakama Drama ¶
Kiambu Governor Ferdinand Waititu has been ordered to pay KSh 15 million to a businessman who claims he was defrauded by the governor.
The case, which was filed in September 2019, has sparked a heated debate on social media, with many calling for Waititu to be held accountable for his actions.
10. William Ruto's Dandora Visit ¶
Deputy President William Ruto has been spotted visiting the Dandora slums in Nairobi, where he met with local residents and officials.
The visit, which occurred in September 2019, has sparked controversy, with many questioning Ruto's motives.
