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 […]
Inside Mpesa Foundation Academy: Kenya’s Hidden Sporting Gem Ready to Host KSSSA National Finals
Just 46 kilometres from Nairobi, tucked away along the serene Thika-Mang’u Road, lies one of Kenya’s finest sporting facilities; a venue that could easily rival some of Africa’s best training centres. LTN Sports visited the Mpesa Foundation Academy ahead of the 2026 Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) National Ball Games to assess the venue’s preparedness before thousands of student-athletes descend on the facility from 2nd to 6th August 2026. The journey itself offers a glimpse of the academy’s accessibility. Travelling along the Thika Superhighway , motorists exit at Exit 16A before a scenic 40-minute drive leads to the expansive […]
Kenya Confident of Meeting CAF Deadline Despite Kasarani Concerns Ahead of AFCON 2027 Inspection
Kenya’s preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) have received a fresh vote of confidence from the Local Organising Committee (LOC), despite concerns over delays in the renovation of Moi International Sports Centre (MISC) Kasarani. With a crucial Confederation of African Football (CAF) inspection scheduled for next month, LOC Chairman Nicholas Musonye expressed optimism that the country remains on track to meet the required benchmarks. Speaking after a recent assessment of the host venues, Musonye admitted that Kasarani remains the biggest concern but insisted significant progress is expected in the coming days. “My worry as I talk to […]
Gor Mahia Semi-Final Hopes Suffer Blow After Late Vipers Defeat
Gor Mahia’s hopes of securing an early place in the semi-finals of the 2026 CECAFA Kagame Cup suffered a major setback after a dramatic 1-0 defeat to Uganda’s Vipers SC at Pele Stadium in Kigali on Monday. Just two days after announcing themselves as tournament favourites with a commanding 5-0 victory over hosts APR FC, K’Ogalo were brought back down to earth by a disciplined Vipers side that snatched victory deep into stoppage time. The decisive moment came in the 90+2nd minute when substitute Gusto Mulongo rose to head home Ashraf Mandela’s inviting cross, sealing Vipers’ second consecutive victory and […]