Guilty as charged
former migori governor okoth obado has been found guilty of murdering sharon otieno in 2018.The court found that Obado financed the execution of the crime, Oyamo played a key role in its execution, while Obiero participated in concealing the offence.
Ol Kalou By-election: DCP’s Sammy Waweru Cruises to Landslide Victory Over UDA
The Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) has secured a commanding victory in the Ol Kalou Ward by-election, dealing a significant political setback to the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA). According to the official results released by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), DCP candidate Sammy Douglas Kamau Waweru garnered 35,440 votes to defeat UDA’s Samuel Muchina Nyagah, who received 5,450 votes. Waweru’s victory came by a margin of 29,990 votes, making it one of the most decisive by-election wins in recent years. The contest attracted national attention, with senior political leaders from both camps actively campaigning in the […]
Nearly 8,000 Kenyans Receive Long-Acting HIV Prevention Injection Since Rollout
Approximately 7,900 Kenyans have received the long-acting HIV prevention injection Lenacapavir since its introduction in February 2026, according to data presented during a recent learning forum involving county governments, health officials, and development partners. The beneficiaries are from 15 counties participating in the first phase of the rollout, which is part of Kenya’s efforts to expand access to innovative HIV prevention options beyond daily oral medication. The forum, organized by National AIDS and STI Control Programme and LVCT Health, brought together representatives from participating counties to assess progress, identify challenges, and share lessons from implementation. Lenacapavir offers a long-acting alternative […]
KCB and Airtel Money Partner to Expand Financial Access
KCB Bank Kenya and Airtel Money Kenya have entered into a strategic partnership that will allow Airtel Money customers to deposit and withdraw cash through more than 22,000 KCB agents nationwide, strengthening access to digital financial services across Kenya. The agreement marks another step toward greater interoperability within Kenya’s financial sector, enabling customers to access services more conveniently regardless of their location. According to Anne Kinuthia-Otieno, the partnership is designed to make financial services more accessible and convenient for Airtel Money users. “By opening access to KCB’s extensive agent network, we are bringing Airtel Money services closer to more Kenyans […]
Azam Warns FKF of Broadcast Disruption as SportPesa League Kick-Off Remains Uncertain
Azam Media has warned Football Kenya Federation (FKF) that the uncertainty surrounding the 2026/27 SportPesa League could trigger major broadcast and commercial disruption, demanding clarity on the league’s kick-off date, final composition and how the ongoing legal disputes will be managed. In a letter dated August 11, 2026, addressed to FKF and signed by Azam Media CEO-Broadcasting Patrick Kahemele, the league’s principal broadcast partner requested urgent clarity on when the new season will begin, when the final league composition will be confirmed and how FKF intends to manage the disputes affecting the competition calendar. Azam said the uncertainty was making […]
Kabras, KCB Renew Rivalry as Kabeberi 7s Takes Centre Stage
The 2026 SportPesa National Sevens Circuit moves to Nairobi this weekend for its third leg, with the George Kabeberi Memorial 7s set for August 15–16 at the RFUEA Grounds. The Kabeberi tournament follows a competitive opening two legs, with KCB Rugby Club claiming the Prinsloo 7s title in Nakuru before Kabras Sugar RFC responded by winning the Dala 7s in Kisumu. KCB launched their title defence in impressive fashion at the Prinsloo 7s, going unbeaten throughout the tournament before overcoming Kabras 19–12 in the final at Nakuru Athletics Club. The victory gave the Bankers an early advantage as they began […]
Owalo Withdraws Appeal Challenging SDT Ruling on Gor Mahia Patronage
Eliud Owalo has withdrawn his appeal challenging the Sports Disputes Tribunal (SDT) decision in the dispute surrounding his position as Patron of Gor Mahia Football Club. In a notice filed at the Milimani High Court on Friday, August 14, 2026, Owalo formally withdrew both his Notice of Motion application and Memorandum of Appeal, effectively bringing to an end the High Court proceedings he had initiated against the SDT decision. The matter was filed as Civil Appeal No. HCCA-E639 of 2026 at the Milimani High Court Civil Appellate Division, with Samuel Ochola listed as the first respondent and Ambrose Rachier, Sally […]