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Residents of Wajir West Constituency have increasingly raised questions regarding the conduct, priorities, and financial dealings of their sitting Member of Parliament, Yussuf Mohamed Farah, popularly known as Yussuf Muliro, noting that his well-documented background in the construction sector appears to overlap …
Doctors play a critical role in Kenya’s healthcare system. They save lives, guide public health policy, and support universal health coverage. Their pay often attracts debate, strikes, and public attention. In 2026, doctors’ salaries and allowances in Kenya reflect years of negotiations, …
Francis Atwoli has thrown a political grenade into the opposition camp. The long-serving COTU boss has openly blamed former President Uhuru Kenyatta for Raila Odinga’s crushing defeat in the 2022 General Election. Speaking with rare bluntness, Atwoli said Uhuru’s half-hearted support sabotaged …
Francis Atwoli has secured unanimous backing from Central Organisation of Trade Unions (COTU-K) officials to seek a sixth term as secretary general in the August 2026 elections. Therefore, setting him up for a record 25 years at the helm of Kenya’s labor …
Reports have emerged that Chemelil Sugar Academy, a top-performing mixed boarding high school in Muhoroni, Kisumu County, has plunged into a severe operational and governance crisis following the winding down of Chemelil Sugar Company Ltd in October 2025, a state-owned sugar mill …
The question of how to remove the sitting secretary general in ODM has gained national attention following a petition by Migori Senator Eddy Oketch seeking the removal of Edwin Sifuna. The move, though later withdrawn after party intervention, exposed the strict legal …
Darren Fletcher, the Scottish football legend, has long been admired for his tireless midfield performances and calm, commanding presence on the pitch. Born in Dalkeith, Scotland, Fletcher has risen from a young hopeful overlooked at a youth game to one of Manchester …
Venezuela is facing a historic political shift following the capture of President Nicolás Maduro by the United States on 3 January 2026. Into this power vacuum stepped Delcy Rodríguez, sworn in as acting president two days later. A lawyer, diplomat, and seasoned …
Venezuela’s president, Nicolás Maduro, is one of Latin America’s most controversial leaders. Known for overseeing a deep economic collapse while holding onto power through a mix of state control, loyal security forces, and disputed elections. He has led the country since 2013, …
Harrison Mumia, the outspoken president of the Atheists in Kenya Society, is set to spend his sixth night in police cells. Harrison Mumia's arrest followed his inability to secure a cash bail of KSh 1 million in a prominent cybercrime case. The …
MCA Robert Alai has reignited debate over the 2022 Kenyan elections, claiming that former President Uhuru Kenyatta deliberately undermined Raila Odinga’s bid for the presidency. According to Alai, only “fools” would believe Uhuru genuinely supported Raila. He described a web of social …
Taraji P. Henson is one of Hollywood’s most versatile and respected actresses. Rising to fame with her breakout role in Baby Boy (2001), she later earned critical acclaim in Hustle & Flow and The Curious Case of Benjamin Button . Her powerhouse …
