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 […]
Debutants St. Mary’s Yala Shine as Kakamega Mark Return with Statement Victory at KSSSA Nationals
The 2026 Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) National Term Two Games got off to a thrilling start at the M-PESA Foundation Academy in Thika on Sunday, with tournament favourites living up to expectations and debutants St. Mary’s School Yala announcing their arrival on the biggest stage with an impressive victory. Making their first-ever appearance at the national championships, the Nyanza champions extended their remarkable unbeaten run after defeating Rift Valley champions Menengai High School 2-0 in their opening Group A fixture. Having arrived in Thika carrying the tag of tournament dark horses, the Black Saints justified the growing belief […]
Nyakach Girls Eye Return to the Summit of School Football
As the 2026 Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) National Term Two Games get underway in Thika today, Nyakach Girls High School return to the national stage with one clear mission; to reclaim the title they last won in 2019. The Kisumu County giants, the Plateau Queens, have steadily established themselves as one of Kenya’s most consistent school football powerhouses. National champions in 2019, runners-up in 2024 and bronze medalists at the Federation of East Africa Secondary Schools Sports Association (FEASSSA) Games the same year, Nyakach Girls once again arrive among the favourites after another impressive qualification campaign. Their journey […]
CECAFA Kagame Cup Final Berth at Stake as Gor Mahia Face Sudanese Giants Al Hilal Omdurman
Gor Mahia are just one victory away from reaching their first CECAFA Kagame Cup final in 11 years as they prepare for a blockbuster semi-final against Sudanese giants Al Hilal SC on Tuesday, August 4, at Kigali Pele Stadium. After emerging from a demanding Group A campaign as table toppers, K’Ogalo now stand 90 minutes away from ending a decade-long wait for a place in the regional showpiece. The Kenyan champions last reached the CECAFA Kagame Cup final in 2015, while their last triumph in the competition came 41 years ago, when they lifted the trophy in 1985. Charles Akonnor’s […]