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 […]
Gor Mahia Hit APR Five to Make Bold Kagame Cup Statement
Gor Mahia sent an early warning to their regional rivals with a stunning 5-0 demolition of Rwandan champions APR FC in their opening match of the 2026 CECAFA Kagame Cup at Amahoro Stadium on Friday night. The emphatic victory propelled K’Ogalo to the top of Group A on goal difference after Uganda’s Vipers SC defeated Djibouti’s Garde Républicaine 3-0 in the other group fixture. More importantly, it underlined the rapid progress being made under head coach Charles Akonnor, whose rebuilt squad produced a disciplined and ruthless display despite being only in the second week of pre-season. Having entered the tournament […]
Gor Mahia Launch Kagame Cup Campaign with Heavyweight Clash Against APR
Gor Mahia begin their 2026 CECAFA Kagame Cup campaign tonight with a mouthwatering Group A clash against Rwandan champions APR FC at Amahoro Stadium in Kigali, with kick-off set for 8:00 p.m. EAT. The fixture brings together two of East Africa’s most decorated clubs and reigning league champions in what is expected to be one of the standout matches of the tournament. Also in Group A are Ugandan champions Vipers SC and Djibouti’s Garde Républicaine, making every result vital with only the three group winners and the best second-placed side advancing to the semi-finals. Tonight’s encounter also gives Gor Mahia […]
Veteran football Coach Juma Abdalla Dies After long Illness
Kenyan football is mourning the loss of veteran coach Juma Abdalla, one of the country’s most respected tacticians, who passed away after a courageous battle with illness. Over a coaching career spanning more than two decades, Abdalla earned a reputation for his tactical brilliance, professionalism and commitment to developing players. He managed several clubs across the Kenyan Premier League and National Super League, including Thika United, KCB FC, Bidco United, Chemelil Sugar, Western Stima, FC Talanta, Vihiga Bullets and Murang’a SEAL. He also served as assistant coach at AFC Leopards. One of the standout chapters of his career came at […]