Tanzanian Influencer Jenifer “Niffer” Jovin Charged With Treason Alongside 21 Others
Tanzanian influencer Jenifer Jovin, known as Niffer, was arraigned with 21 others at Kisutu Court. They are facing three counts linked to alleged plans to destabilise the country ahead of the 2025 elections. Tanzanian businesswoman and social media influencer Jenifer Jovin, popularly known as Niffer, was on Thursday arraigned at the Kisutu Resident Magistrate’s Court together with 21 other suspects....
Uhuru Kenyatta Reveals He Has Been Facing Health Challenges of Cancer
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has disclosed that he has been battling health challenges. He spoke during the memorial service of former HF Group CEO Frank Ireri. Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has opened up about his personal health struggles, revealing that the late Frank Ireri, former Housing Finance (HF) boss, played a key role in supporting him through the difficult period. Speaking...
Migratory Bird With Russian Tag Rescued in Siaya After Getting Caught in Fishing Net
Fishermen in Usigu, Siaya County, rescued an Osprey entangled in a fishing net. The bird had a Russian identification tag used for research and migration tracking. The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has confirmed the rescue of an Osprey (Pandion haliaetus) in Ugingo Village, Usigu Sub-location, Siaya County.The bird was discovered on Friday morning after becoming entangled in a fishing net...
UK Arrests Man Wanted in Kenya Over 2012 Killing of Agnes Wanjiru
A 38-year-old British man, Robert James Purkiss, has been arrested in the UK over the 2012 killing of Kenyan citizen Agnes Wanjiru. Purkiss is facing extradition to Kenya, where he is wanted for murder charges. British national Robert James Purkiss, 38, has been taken into custody in Tidworth, Wiltshire, and has appeared before Westminster Magistrates’ Court as extradition proceedings begin.Kenyan...
Pritty Vishy Faces Backlash Over Remarks on Dating Preferences
Content creator Pritty Vishy has stirred public debate after stating she is not interested in dating black men. The remarks sparked discussion of colourism, self-image, and public influence. Kenyan content creator and social media personality Pritty Vishy has once again drawn public attention after making remarks about her dating preferences. In a video circulating online, she stated that she is...
Joey Barton Found Guilty Over Offensive Social Media Posts
Former footballer Joey Barton convicted of six counts of sending offensive messages online. Targets included Jeremy Vine, Laura Ward, and ex-England footballer Eniola Aluko. Former professional footballer Joey Barton has been found guilty of sending grossly offensive messages on social media.The ruling was delivered at Liverpool Crown Court, where the 42-year-old faced charges relating to posts made earlier in 2024. Barton...
Kenya Moves to Address Rights Concerns of Citizens in Tanzania
Kenya has raised concerns over alleged violations against its citizens in Tanzania. Musalia Mudavadi held talks with Tanzanian Foreign Minister Mahmoud Thabit Kombo. Kenya has increased diplomatic engagement with Tanzania following concerns that some Kenyans living or working there may have faced mistreatment.Prime Cabinet Secretary and Foreign and Diaspora Affairs Minister Musalia Mudavadi confirmed that he held discussions with Tanzanian...
Kalonzo Musyoka’s Historic Dowry Gesture Signals Deepening Political Alliance with the Odinga Family
Kamba elders offered 100 cows and bulls to the Odinga family in a symbolic dowry ceremony. The gesture signifies renewed political bonding between Kalonzo Musyoka and the late Raila Odinga’s family. The offering of 100 healthy cows and bulls by Kamba elders to Mama Ida Odinga and the Jaramogi family was more than a cultural act; it was a symbol...
Trump confirms U.S. boycott of G20 summit in South Africa
Trump confirms U.S. boycott of G20 summit in South Africa. 'It is a total disgrace that the G20 will be held in South Africa,' says US president US President Donald Trump said on Friday that no American official will attend the G20 Summit in South Africa, accusing that country of “human rights abuses” against the Afrikaner population. In a post on his...
Former LSK President Nelson Havi Resigns from UDA
Former LSK President Nelson Havi has resigned from the United Democratic Alliance (UDA). He submitted his resignation letter to the party’s Secretary General. Former Law Society of Kenya (LSK) President Nelson Havi has formally exited the United Democratic Alliance (UDA), the ruling party led by President William Ruto. His resignation was contained in a letter dated November 7, 2025, addressed to...
