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Kenya: Off Air - TV Advert With 'Sex Scenes, Pro-Abortion Content' Feel Mutua's Wrath
By Hilary KimuyuThe Kenya Film Classification Board (KFCB) on Tuesday banned two television advertisements deemed inappropriate for general view audience. The board has banned an advert by Marie Stopes Clinic that has be running on radio and TV on grounds that it suppor abortion. KFCB chief executive Dr Ezekiel Mutua also banned Pwani Oil's Fresh Fry advert for containing 'sex scenes'.
Kenya: Football Star Mariga's On-Screen Love With TV Anchor Joey Muthengi
By Nahashon MusunguKenyan star footballer McDonald Mariga has renewed his association with sports betting firm Betin Kenya in a new marketing campaign that has roped in Citizen TV's news anchor Joey Muthengi. The two play the roles of husband and wife in Betin's latest television advert Muthengi was recently welcomed as Betin brand ambassador after signing a deal that reportedly earned her a six-figure amount. She replaces K24's sports journalist Tony Kwalanda.
Kenya: Watch - Moses Kuria, Khalwale in Ugly Tiff During Citizen TV Interview
By Nahashon MusunguA TV interview meant to discuss the consequences of the recent tax rise on petroleum products turned personal after Gatundu South Moses Kuria and former Senator Bonny Khalwale turned against each other. Mr Kuria and Mr Khalwale were two of the three panelists in the Citizen TV talk show on Tuesday night that was moderated by Hussein Mohammed .
Kenya: Passengers Injured as Speeding Matatu Overturns - Video
By Hilary KimuyuSeveral passengers sustained minor injuries after a matatu they were traveling in was involved in a road accident on Wednesday afternoon. The matatu which plies the CBD-Ngong town route was heading to Ngong when it flipped and fell on one side along the Southern Bypass near Karen. In a video clip that was shared on social media, smoke is seen bellowing from the bright yellow matatu as passengers frantically jump out to safety.
Kenya: Sonko - I Will Sack Any County Official Found Engaging in Corruption
Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has vowed to deal decisively with individuals in his Nairobi City County government found engaging in corrupt practices. Sonko has warned that any county government official who will be found engaging in graft or misuse of public funds will be immediately shown the door. The city county boss was speaking after holding a cabinet meeting at City Hall on Wednesday, where he vowed to steer his government away from corruption cases unlike past county administrations.
Kenya: How Kenyans Reacted to Obado's Statement On Sharon's Death
By Nyaboga KiageKenyans on Twitter have given varied reactions to Migori Governor Okoth Obado's public statement over the brutal murder of university student Sharon Otieno. During the press conference at a Nairobi hotel, Governor Obado denied involvement in the murder of the 26-year-old woman who was seven months pregnant at the time of his death.
Kenya: Why These Bible Verses Are So Profound for Many Kenyans
By Evelyne MusambiKenyans have given the national debt burden debate a Biblical context, quoting verses in the Holy Book on the same. This is after the country's public debt crossed the Sh5 trillion mark for the first time. The President Uhuru Kenyatta led administration has been accused of having a huge appetite for loans. As the new 16 per cent VAT on petroleum products took effect on September 1, Kenyans blamed the government for its reckless borrowing.
Kenya: Maraga Disowns Letter Urging Deputy CJ Mwilu to 'Take Time Off'
By David KwalimwaChief Justice David Maraga has distanced himself from a letter calling for the resignation of Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu. The letter, which has gone viral online, was purportedly signed by Justice Maraga. Ii indicates that Justice Mwilu should temporarily relinquish office until she clears her name from abuse of office charges.
Kenya: Governor Obado Parades Wife as He Denies Role in Sharon's Murder - Video
Migori Governor Okoth Obado on Wednesday paraded his wife and children as he spoke for the first time on the brutal murder of pregnant university student Sharon Otieno. At the hastily convened press conference at a Nairobi Hotel, Governor Obado "categorically" denied involved in what he referred to as "brutal murder of Sharon".
Kenya: Sharon Murder - Michael Oyamo Back in Police Cell After Night Trip to Nairobi
The High Court has allowed police to detain Mr Michael Oyamo, one of the key suspects in the murder of pregnant university student Sharon Otieno, for a further 14 days. Mr Oyamo, Migori Governor Okoth Obado's personal assistant, will be held at the Muthaiga Police Station, Judge Luka Kimaru directed. Mr Oyamo was on Wednesday morning brought to the High Court in Milimani, Nairobi, where he faced a murder charge.
Kenya: Why Egerton Vice Chancellor Has Been Suspended
By Faith NyamaiEgerton University vice chancellor Prof Rose Mwonya has been suspended. Sources at the university said she was shown the door over corruption allegations. Prof Mwonya is accused of procurement malpractices amounting to millions of shillings, paying ghost workers, tampering with students records and irregular award of scholarships.
Kenya: Simon Mbugua Off the Hook in Assault Case Against Ex-NCBDA Boss
By Sam KiplagatA Nairobi court has dropped charges of robbery with violence against East African Legislative Assembly member Simon Mbugua and two other persons after the complainant in the case said he was forgiven them. Appearing before Senior Principal Magistrate Martha Mutuku, former Nairobi Central Business District Association chairman Timothy Muriuki informed the Court that he had forgiven Mr Mbugua together with Benjamin Odhiambo alias Solo and Anthony Ombok alias Jamal.
Kenya: Zarika Pushes Back Her Retirement By Two More Years
By Thomas MatikoWorld Boxing Council (WBC) women's Super-Bantamweight champion Fatuma 'Iron Fist' Zarika has announced that she will retire in 2020. Zarika, who defended her title for the second time against 20-year-old Mexican Yamileth Mercado on Saturday in Nairobi, said her career, which has spanned more than 15 years, only has two more years left. Thereafter, she revealed, she plans to switch to coaching as well as being a promoter. "I can't box forever.
Kenya: Moment Kenyatta Got Irritated By His 'Pesky' ADC - Video
By Mwende KasujjaIt's not all the time that the cameras get to capture moments when President Uhuru Kenyatta and his Aide De Camp clash. One such rare moment was filmed and shared online showing the president's former ADC trying to get something off his suit. The officer, who has since been replaced, boarded the President's ceremonial bare-back Land Cruiser for a drive and noticed something was stuck on his boss' suit.
Kenya: Tanzanians On Twitter Run to the Hills to Avoid Heavy-Punching Kot
By Sylvania AmbaniAn attempt to ignite a Twitter battle between Kenyans and Tanzanians failed on Monday after tweeps in the neighbouring meekly walked away from the challenge. It appears the ruthless reputation of Kenyans on Twitter is now appreciated even abroad. A tweep by the name Jalilu Zaid felt cheeky enough to start a sibling rivalry between Kenya Airways and Air Tanzania under the hashtag #TZvsKE.
Kenya: Tweep Gives King Kaka Hard Tackle for 'Relationship Vs Money' Advise
By Mwende KasujjaA Kenyan fan has blasted rapper King Kaka for claiming that he values relationships more than the cash he makes from deals. The tweep used the rapper's lyrics to hit back writing how not long ago it was all about the money for Kaka. The rapper had written, "I invest in relationships not deals, personalities not people." To this, the fan by the name Otero responded by quoting lyrics from the rapper's Staki Kukuona. "Kaa si pesa au biashara, basi tembea nani! nani tembea.
Kenya: Governor Obado's Wife Wishes Love-Rival Sharon 'Good Rest in Paradise'
Migori County First Lady Hellen Obado posted a farewell message to her love rival, slain university student Sharon Otieno, moments after she had accompanied her husband at a press conference. Governor Okoth Obado was on Wednesday accompanied by his wife, son Jerry and daughter Evelyn at the press conference at Serena Hotel in Nairobi where he denied any role in the brutal murder of Sharon.
Kenya: Sonko Invites Nairobians for Monthly Clean Up This Saturday
By Mwende KasujjaGovernor Mike Sonko has for the second time invited Nairobians to a monthly clean up. The governor, who launched the exercise in July, has been missing in the cleaning action since then. The first monthly clean up in July received a lot of criticism and had a poor turnout. The county government skipped August and has now invited Nairobians for a September clean up.
Kenya: Emmy Kosgei - Why I Don't Have Children Yet With My Naija Husband
By Thomas MatikoGospel singer Emmy Kosgei has revealed why she is yet to have children with her 60-year-old Nigerian husband Bishop Anselm Madubuko. Emmy wedded the bishop five years ago and is yet to have a baby. According to the gospel singer, her childlessness is purely out of choice. She said she did not get married to have children and that she is not in any rush to make babies. "I didn't get married just because I wanted to have kids. Relationships are about unions and destinies.
Kenya: Musa Mohammed, Dylan Kerr Exchange Nasty Words in Ugly Beef
Photo: Capital FM Gor Mahia head coach Dylan Kerr shouts instructions from the touchline (file photo). By Nahashon MusunguHarambee Stars stand-in captain Musa Mohammed has blasted his former coach at Gor Mahia Dylan Kerr, accusing him of employing 'negative energy' and settling scores through the media.
Kenya: Headscarf-Clad Murkomen Bashed on Social Media
By Sylvania AmbaniKenyans on Twitter have bashed Elgeyo Marakwet Senator Kipchumba Murkomen after he posted a picture of himself wearing a white headscarf in solidarity with women senators pushing for the two-thirds gender rule in parliament. Mr Murkomen decided to attend a parliamentary session on Wednesday donning a white headscarf neatly tied on his head. "In solidarity with our women senators who are raising awareness on the 2/3 Gender rule," tweeted Mr Murkomen.
Kenya: Sugar With Mercury Still Being Sold in Kenyan Supermarkets, Atwoli Claims
By Thomas MatikoContraband sugar alleged to be containing harmful mercury is still on the Kenyan supermarkets and retailers' shelves, Cotu Secretary General Francis Atwoli has claimed. According to Atwoli, the Government is yet to destroy the contraband sugar which was declared unsafe for human consumption after being impounded about two months ago.
Kenya: Family of Man Who Was Shot Dead By Police Cry Out for Justice
By Nyaboga KiageA grieving family in Kariokor is seeking justice after one of their kin was shot dead by the police officers under unclear circumstances. Mr Philip Kipkemoi was shot dead at Wakamau apartments in Kangemi area last week. The family claims that police officers at Kabete Police Station recorded in the OB desk that Mr Kipkemoi was found in possession of a homemade gun.
Kenya: Wanuri Sues 'Moral Cop' for Sh8.5m Over Ban On Her 'Lesbian' Film
By Maureen KakahA film writer whose recent piece of work was banned by the Kenya Films Classification Board over claims that its content promotes lesbianism has taken her protests to the corridors of justice. Together with a lobby dubbed Creative Economy Working Group, Ms Wanuri Kahiu sued KFCB and its boss Ezekiel Mutua over a film called Rafiki.
Tanzania: Wema Sepetu On Why She Likes Men 'Who Can Discipline Her'
By Chad KitunduTanzanian actress Wema Sepetu has shocked her online fans with her taste for men she can date. Wema revealed that she prefers a man who can beat her up her once in a while as a way of disciplining her when she is on the wrong. The 29-year-old made the remarks while attending her manager Neema Ndepanya's birthday party in Salasala, Dar es Salam.
Kenya: DCI - Lukas Ouko, Visitor to Oyamo's Cell is Genuine Military Man
By Justus Ochieng'The police have defended the man said to be a Kenya Defence Forces officer who visited chief suspect in Sharon Otieno's murder, Michael Oyamo, at Homa Bay police station on Saturday. Even though KDF spokesman Col Paul Njuguna denied that the military had sent Mr Lukas Ouko, 34, to Homa Bay "for any reason", Nyanza Directorate of Criminal Investigations Chief Michael Barasa Monday said he had contacted the Department of Defence (DoD) and confirmed that Mr Oyamo was its officer.
Kenya: EACC Now Summons Six MCAs Over City Hall Fracas
By Collins OmuloThe Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission has summoned six Nairobi County Assembly members over the fracas that occurred at City Hall's precincts on Monday. The six include Majority Leader Abdi Guyo, Minority Leader Elias Otieno and Minority Whip Peter Imwatok. Others are Waithaka MCA Anthony Kiragu Karanja, Ngando MCA Peter Wahinya and nominated MCA Mary Njambi.
Kenya: Uhuru Cousin Claims Sh1bn Land Being Sold By Banda Homes
By Brian NgugiBusinesswoman Kathleen Kihanya, a member of the Kenyatta family, has kicked off a storm over ownership of prime land on which a developer is putting up a Sh1 billion estate for sale. Ms Kihanya, who is President Uhuru Kenyatta's cousin, on Tuesday claimed Banda Homes had misled potential buyers on the land, a claim the investors strongly disputed.
Kenya: Five Local Coaches Apply for Kenya 7s Job
By Alex IsabokeNairobi — Five local coaches have applied for the position of Kenya Sevens head coach ahead of the interviews set to be conducted this week, Kenya Rugby Union (KRU) announced on Tuesday. Reports indicate that Homeboyz coach Paul Murunga is among the front runners, having been part of the successful set up when he assisted Benjamin Ayimba to guide Kenya to their first ever HSBC Sevens World Series Main Cup title in 2016.
Kenya: KCAA Denies Reported Near Collision Over Kenyan Airspace
By Jeremiah WakayaNairobi — The Kenya Civil Aviation Authority has denied reports Air Traffic Controllers could have failed to avert a potential mid-air plane crash two weeks ago due to a tiff with Ethiopian counterparts. According to the aviation authority, two planes said to have been headed for a convergence on August 29 had maintained correct flight levels while in Kenyan airspace.
Kenya: Kiunjuri Warns Millers Against Hiking Prices After 16% Fuel Tax
By Jemimah MueniNairobi — Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mwangi Kiunjuri has warned millers not to take advantage of the 16 per cent VAT on fuel to increase the price of flour. Addressing journalists on Tuesday, Kiunjuri said the increased fuel levy doesn't have adverse effects on millers therefore Kenyans shouldn't be charged more.
Kenya: Obado at Nyanza DCI Headquarters as Sharon's Murder Probe Continues
By Ojwang JoeKisumu — Migori Governor Okoth Obado was being questioned at the Nyanza regional DCI headquarters Tuesday morning as part of investigations into the death of Rongo University student Sharon Otieno. Obado was accompanied by two lawyers, among them Cliff Ombeta. DCI Director George Kinoti told Capital FM News that officers were keen to establish if Obado was involved in any way over the murder.
Kenya: Burial of Family Wiped Out By Reckless Subaru Driver
By Mary WambuiA somber mood has engulfed a village in Ruiru as three members of a nuclear family who died in a road accident at Kinungi on August 30 are laid to rest. Hundreds of mourners, local leaders and clergy are attending the event that kicked off at noon.
Kenya: Obado Quizzed, Unlikely to Spend Night in Cell as PA Moved to Nairobi
Nairobi — Migori Governor Okoth Obado recorded a lengthy statement with detectives investigating the murder of Rongo University student Sharon Otieno on Tuesday, but was unlikely to spend the night in custody. A senior DCI detective in the investigation told Capital FM News that Obado was to be released on a free bond but would be required to report back to detectives at the Nyanza Regional DCI headquarters for further questioning.
Kenya: Family Bank CEO Resigns After Profit Rebound
By Kennedy KangetheNairobi — Family Bank Chief Executive David Thuku has resigned from the bank to pursue personal interests. Thuku who has been at the bank for the last five and a half years will, however, remain in office until a substantive replacement is recruited in six months and approved by the regulator. He started serving the bank as Director of Retail Banking before becoming CEO in April 2016 replacing Peter Munyiri.
Kenya: Counties, Private Sector Urged to Address Malnutrition in Kenya
By Jemimah MueniNairobi — County Governments and the private sector have been urged to link agriculture and nutrition to address concerns of malnutrition in Kenya. Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mwangi Kiunjuri who spoke after opening a three-day agri-nutrition conference said all stakeholders should work towards achieving food security by ensuring there is food availability, access, utilization and stability. "Malnutrition remains a major threat to food security, one of the Big Four agenda.
Kenya: My Victory Over Zarika Was Snatched By Unfair Judges, Mercado
By Mwende KasujjaMexican boxer Yamileth Mercado has blamed her loss to Fatuma Zarika on unjust judges. Mercado was on Saturday beaten in a split point decision in a match held at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre. Judge Eddie Papoe from Ghana gave Mercado 96-94, while Kenya's Bena Kaloki and Francis Chirwa from Malawi gave Zarika 97-93 and 99-91 respectively in the ten-round title bout.
Kenya: Plucking Sonko's Flowers Lands Duo in Trouble, But Nairobians Unimpressed
By Sylvania AmbaniTwo men were on Tuesday arrested for allegedly plucking flowers on Mombasa Road on an area recently spruced up in the Nairobi beautification project. The project has seen Governor's Mike Sonko's regime plant flowers and grass along major roads and pavements. In a video shared by Governor Sonko, the two men confess to selling the flowers to pedestrians and motorists.
Kenya: Fed Up Art Curator Sues Kenya Power Over Sh600,000 'Erroneous' Bill
By Galgallo FayoAlan Donovan, the proprietor of African Heritage House, has filed a suit against Kenya Power after the utility firm cut electricity supply to his firm over Sh616,000 bills. Mr Donovan, in a suit filed at Milimani Courts, says Kenya Power disconnected electricity to the business that deals in art materials on September 4, shortly after it billed him and amount that covered November 2016 to March 2018.
Kenya: It Was a Limo Ride Home for Newborn as Former Senator Joins Mums Club
By Mwende KasujjaFormer nominated Senator Daisy Nyongesa's husband treated their newborn to a limo ride from the hospital to their palatial Runda home. Baby Prince Nabii Nabwera rode in a Hummer limousine alongside his parents and their friends in a convoy that was complete with a chase car. The former Senator delivered at the Nairobi Hospital on August 8. She confessed at how much she was missing out by not having a baby.
Kenya: Day 'Mkubwa is Watching' Warning By Elachi Fell on Deaf Ears
They say when it rains it pours. Embattled Nairobi County Assembly Speaker Beatrice Elachi on Monday failed to stop a number of rowdy MCAs from evicting her from office as even her pleas that the 'boss' is watching the fracas fell on deaf ears. Speaker Elachi could be heard telling Assembly Majority Leader and Jubilee MCA Abdi Guyo that 'mkubwa' is watching while asking him to shepherd members out of the office as the eviction party was being beamed live on TV. "Leader toa watu.
Kenya: Governor Obado Records Statement Over Sharon Otieno's Murder
Migori Governor Okoth Obado has been summoned to the DCI offices in Kisumu to record a statement over the murder of Rongo University student Sharon Otieno. The governor had arrived at Kisumu Regional Police headquarters by press time. His white Toyota Land Cruiser was parked at the entrance of the building. Sharon was abducted on Monday night at Homa Bay town alongside Nation journalist Barrack Oduor, who managed to escape after jumping out of a moving vehicle.
Kenya: Child, Mother Detained at KNH Over Sh168,000 Bill
By Angela OketchFor two weeks Joy Blessing has been in Room 7, Ward 4A, the Burns Unit at Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH). She was discharged from the paediatric ward late last month, but her mother, Ms Euster Mmochi, says they cannot leave the hospital because she owes the hospital Sh168,000. "My worry is that the doctor who came to review Joy this morning said she has acquired a viral infection from the environment.
Kenya: Michael Oyamo, Suspect in Sharon's Murder, Could Be Out on Bail
By Rushdie OudiaMr Michael Juma Oyamo, the suspect being held in connection with the murder last week of university student Sharon Otieno, Monday protested his lengthy detention and claimed police officers had forcibly taken samples from him for DNA tests. Mr Oyamo, who has become the centre of the story of the abduction and murder of Ms Otieno, was ordered detained for one more day. After that, investigators will have to prove that they are not holding him beyond reasonable time.
Kenya/Malawi: Kahata Goal Lifts Kenya Over Malawi's Flames
By Timothy OlobuluNairobi — Francis Kahata's goal 14 minutes from time off a fine Erick 'Marcelo' Ouma cross saw Kenya's Harambee Stars register a 1-0 win over Malawi's Flames in a friendly match at the Moi Sports Centre Kasarani as Sebastien Migne's feel good factor with the team continued. Stars looked jaded and as save for two changes forced through injury, head coach Sebastien Migne went with the same team that played Saturday's 2019 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier against Ghana.
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