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 […]
Wasteful Starlets Bow Out of WAFCON After Narrow Defeat to Senegal
Harambee Starlets’ journey at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) came to an end on Thursday night after a 1-0 defeat to Senegal in their second Group A match at the Olympic Stadium in Rabat. Seynabou Mbengue’s first-half strike proved enough to separate the two sides, as Kenya’s inability to convert a host of chances condemned them to a second successive defeat and confirmed their elimination from the tournament. The result follows the Starlets’ 4-0 loss to hosts Morocco in their opening fixture, leaving Kenya without a point from two matches. Their final group game against Algeria on […]
Paul Okoth Fires Gor Mahia Into Kagame Cup Semi-Finals
Gor Mahia kept their dream of ending a 41-year wait for the CECAFA Kagame Cup title alive after edging Djibouti’s Garde République 1-0 on Wednesday night to book a place in the tournament’s semi-finals. The Kenyan champions went into their final Group A fixture knowing victory alone would not be enough to guarantee qualification. They also required Rwandan champions APR FC to take points off Vipers SC, and the hosts delivered in dramatic fashion, coming from behind to claim a 2-1 victory that sent K’Ogalo through as Group A winners. Having challenged his players to respond following the disappointing defeat […]
MOFA FC Appoint Gilbert Selebwa as New Head Coach Ahead of 2026/27 NSL Season
More than three months after his controversial dismissal, veteran coach Gilbert Selebwa has been unveiled as the new head coach of MOFA FC ahead of the 2026/27 FKF National Super League season. The appointment ends speculation over Selebwa’s next destination following his abrupt exit from Mombasa United, where he had transformed the club from relegation candidates into National Super League title contenders before being dismissed amid reported internal wrangles. In a statement, MOFA FC confirmed that the experienced tactician will lead the Homa Bay County-based side as it intensifies preparations for another push for promotion to the Sportpesa League. “Michael […]