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Ben Githae on Tano Tena: Uhuru Gave Me a Lot of Money
Tano Tena hitmaker Ben Githae has revealed how his closeness to President Uhuru Kenyatta had made him a lot of money over the past ten years. Speaking on Jalang'o TV on Tuesday, April 27, the celebrated hitmaker disclosed that, at one time, he was handed an envelope full of cash at Nakuru State House after a summon by the head of state. The money was in appreciation of the controversial Tano Tena hit song which he insisted was not commissioned by the President or his team.
467 Recover From Covid 19, Daily Positivity Rate at 12.7%
Kenya has recorded 511 new Covid-19 cases, from a sample size of 4020 tested in the last 24 hours with a positivity rate of 12.7% Of the cases, 477 are Kenyans while 34 are foreigners. 280 are males and 231 are females. The youngest is a five-day-old infant while the oldest is 95 years. During a briefing on Tuesday 27th,Health CS Mutahi Kagwe stated that 467 patients had recovered from the disease, 385 from home-based care, and 82 from various health facilities.
JSC Nominates Martha Koome to be Kenya's Next Chief Justice
The Judicial Service Commission on Tuesday, April 27, nominated Lady Justice Martha Koome to be the Chief Justice after an extensive two weeks of interviews. Following the nomination of the Chief Justice, President Uhuru Kenyatta will forward the name to the National Assembly for vetting before being sworn in State House.
Orengo Blocked From Representing Govt Officials in Corruption Cases
A high court in Mombasa has allowed an application by the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) seeking to bar elected leaders and other state officers from representing public officials accused of corruption in court. The ruling by Justice Eric Ogolla on April 27, barred Siaya Senator James Orengo and any other state officer from appearing for former Kenya Ports Authority CEO Daniel Manduku in a graft case facing him.
Man Jumps, Takes Control of Fuel Tanker Driven by Unconscious Driver
A motorist in Eldoret averted a major disaster when he jumped into a moving fuel tanker that had lost control after its driver lost consciousness. The fuel tanker was on the Eldoret flyover when it started ramming into other vehicles on the road. However, a good samaritan who quick to his thoughts, noticed that the driver was fast asleep, oblivious of the havoc his trailer was causing. The unidentified man jumped into the out-of-control trailer and managed to bring it to a stop.
Kiambu Waives Taxes for Traders
Thousands of Kiambu residents are set to benefit after Kiambu Governor James Nyoro waived taxes in various sectors. A report by NTV on Tuesday, April 27, indicated that market levies for those trading in livestock as well as bus park fees for all transport vehicles including Boda Bodas and tuktuks were waived. For matatu operators, 60 per cent of the regular requisite payments was waived while landowners received 100 per cent waiver on all penalties accrued as of December 2020.
Nairobian Collapses & Dies Outside Liquor Store
A man fainted and passed away outside a liquor store in Donholm estate, Nairobi - on Monday afternoon, April 26 - causing a scene at the business centre. Reports alleged that the deceased arrived at the wines and spirits shop in the morning at around 9 am. However, eyewitnesses who spoke to the Standard could not ascertain whether ordered or withheld from buying an alcoholic drink.
New Kenyan Schooling Platform Takes World By Storm
Kenyan serial entrepreneur, Sam Gichuru, has secured a Ksh 151 million funding for his revolutionary schooling platform (dubbed Kidato). Unknown to many, as recently as June 2020, the budding businessman only had Ksh 1,500 to his name, and a game-changing idea revolving around a new & different type of school.
Jalango Receives Birthday Surprise During Live Show [VIDEO]
Media personality and Kiss FM Presenter Felix Odiwuor alias Jalang'o on Tuesday, April 27, received a birthday surprise from colleagues during the live broadcast of the Kamene andJalas morning show. His counterpart Kamene Goro pulled a surprise as they were winding the show when she ushered in the Radio Africa colleagues who came bearing gifts, a bouquet of flowers, and a birthday cake. A video capturing the event, showed Jalang'o seemingly pleased by the surprise.
Kenya Railways Improves Naivasha SGR Service
Kenya Railways (KR) has embarked on improving the Naivasha train service with the installation of tracks to ensure the efficient movement of trains into the Inland Container Depot (ICD). The transport agency is currently in the process of laying a Turning Wye (triangle) near the ICD in Naivasha. The Turning Wye in railroad structures is a triangular joining arrangement of three rail lines with a railroad switch (set of points) at each corner connecting to each incoming line.
Kenyan Musician Survives By Holding Mini-Concerts in Matatus [VIDEO]
As Covid-19 pandemic wrecks havoc across the entertainment industry, Kenyan musicians are coming up with ingenious ways to ensure that their brands continue to grow. Singer Oscar Mizani has taken an uncommon path of hosting mini-concerts inside Nairobi matatus, a technique mostly exploited by pastors. In a clip seen by Kenyans.co.ke, the rapper dropped a few bars on the morning of Monday, April 26, aboard a Nairobi CBD-bound bus from Komarock area in Embakasi.
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