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@taifaleo Tue, 21 Jul 2026 02:55:28
DPP: Upo ushahidi kifo cha Ojwang kilipangwa mikononi mwa polisi
MKURUGENZI wa Mashtaka ya Umma (DPP) Renson Ingonga ameambia Mahakama Kuu kuwa upande wa mashtaka utawasilisha ushahidi kuonyesha kuwa kifo cha mwalimu na mwanablogu Albert Ojwang kilipangwa. Bw Ingonga anasema mauaji hayo yalipangwa Bw Ojwang akiwa mikononi mwa polisi, wala si ajali kama ilivyodaiwa awali. Akitoa hoja wakati wa kuanza kwa kesi katika Mahakama Kuu ya Kibera jana, mwendesha mashtaka mkuu msaidizi Gikui Gichuhi alisema ushahidi utaonyesha jinsi maafisa wa polisi walipanga kipigo kilichosababisha kifo cha Ojwang kisha wakajaribu kuficha ukweli. Aliyekuwa Kamanda wa Kituo cha Polisi cha Central, Samson Tallam, anakabiliwa na mashtaka ya mauaji pamoja na maafisa wa polisi James Mukhwana na Peter Kimani. Wengine walioshtakiwa ni raia watatu, John Ngige Gitau, Jim Ambao na Brian Njue, waliokuwa wakizuiliwa katika seli moja na Bw Ojwang. Bw Gichuhi alisema ushahidi wa kimatibabu utaonyesha kuwa Ojwang alipata majeraha mengi mwilini yaliyosababishwa na kupigwa, kinyume na madai ya awali ya polisi kwamba alijijeruhi kwa kujigonga ukutani. Upande wa mashtaka pia ulisema utawasilisha ushahidi unaodaiwa kuonyesha kulikuwa na juhudi za kuharibu uchunguzi, ikiwemo kufutwa kwa picha za kamera za usalama (CCTV) katika kituo cha polisi. Bw Ojwang alikamatwa nyumbani kwake Kakoth, Kaunti ya Homa Bay, Juni 7, 2025 na maafisa wa DCI kufuatia malalamishi kuhusu chapisho la mitandaoni lililomlenga na Naibu Inspekta Jenerali wa Polisi Eliud Langat. Baadaye alihamishwa hadi Kituo cha Polisi cha Central, Nairobi, ambako alifariki akiwa rumande. Ripoti ya uchunguzi wa maiti ilibaini alikuwa na majeraha mabaya kichwani, shingoni na sehemu nyingine za mwili, huku wataalamu wakihitimisha kuwa yalitokana na kushambuliwa na si kujidhuru. DPP anasisitiza kuwa washtakiwa wote sita walihusika katika mauaji hayo, huku uchunguzi ukiendelea chini ya Mamlaka Huru ya Kutathmini Utendakazi wa Polisi (IPOA).
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@kna Tue, 21 Jul 2026 02:15:00
Nandi intensifies fight against gender violence following alarming statistics
Nandi County has intensified efforts to combat Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and femicide following revelations that 38.4 per cent of women aged between 15 and 49 years have experienced physical violence at some point in their lives, placing the county fifth nationally in the prevalence of physical violence against women. The statistics, released during a sensitisation...
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@kna Tue, 21 Jul 2026 02:18:32
Routine maintenance of Kangatotha–Eliye Road boosts connectivity in Turkana
The Department of Roads has completed routine maintenance on the 56-kilometre Kangatotha–Naoros–Lokipetot–Eliye–Kangatotha road in Kangatotha Ward, significantly improving transport connectivity and access to Lake Turkana. The maintenance works, which included grading and gravelling, were confirmed during an inspection by officials from the department. The upgraded road is expected to provide safer, faster and more reliable...
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@kna Tue, 21 Jul 2026 02:21:12
AIC Bishop warns against goon culture, tribal politics before elections
The Africa Inland Church (AIC) Deputy Presiding Bishop Paul Kirui has warned against the growing culture of political violence and ethnic politics, saying failure to hold leaders accountable for sponsoring violence could undermine Kenya's peace and stability ahead of next year's General Election. Speaking to the Kenya News Agency (KNA) after commissioning AIC Kenegut Church...
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@kna Tue, 21 Jul 2026 02:23:22
Over 5,000 Gen Z youth in Eldoret mobilize 'Kenyans for Kenyans' initiative
More than 5,000 Gen Z youth in Eldoret took part in the Kenyans for Kenyans initiative, a drive aimed at raising financial support and donating wheelchairs to vulnerable groups in Uasin Gishu County. Those present included Uasin Gishu Governor, Jonathan Bii Chelilim, Kapseret Member of Parliament Oscar Sudi, other political leaders and artists. The event,...
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@kahawatungu Tue, 21 Jul 2026 01:50:59
Three more suspects linked to Chaiiwali robbery arrested in Githurai, two pistols recovered
Three suspected armed robbers linked to the Chaiiwali restaurant robbery attack were arrested during an intelligence-led operation in Githurai, Kiambu County, where detectives recovered two pistols and ammunition believed to have been used in a string of robberies across Nairobi and its environs. According to police, the operation was conducted by officers from the Directorate [...] The post Three more suspects linked to Chaiiwali robbery arrested in Githurai, two pistols recovered appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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@kahawatungu Tue, 21 Jul 2026 02:12:57
Uber driver recovers, hands over loaded Glock pistol found in back seat to Pangani police
An Uber driver turned over a loaded Glock pistol to police after a passenger discovered the firearm on the back seat of the vehicle in Pangani, Nairobi. The incident was reported at Pangani Police Station on Monday, July 20, 2026, night. The driver, told police that at around 8:00 p.m. he had accepted a ride [...] The post Uber driver recovers, hands over loaded Glock pistol found in back seat to Pangani police appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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@kahawatungu Tue, 21 Jul 2026 02:19:26
Prominent Isiolo businesswoman shot dead in robbery near bus stage
A prominent businesswoman was shot dead and her purse stolen in a late-night robbery near the Isiolo Main Bus Stage, while a boda boda rider was injured in the attack. According to police, the incident was reported at Isiolo Police Station on Monday, July 20, 2026, after members of the public alerted authorities to a [...] The post Prominent Isiolo businesswoman shot dead in robbery near bus stage appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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@kahawatungu Tue, 21 Jul 2026 01:02:44
KRA, AFC, Anti-FGM Board, NCK Among Institutions Recruiting
Several government institutions and organisations have announced job opportunities as they seek to recruit qualified candidates to fill various positions. The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) Staff Pension Scheme is seeking to recruit an Administrative Assistant, ICT System Administrator and Support Officer, Pension Officer – Administration and Procurement Officer. Interested candidates have been advised to visit [...] The post KRA, AFC, Anti-FGM Board, NCK Among Institutions Recruiting appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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@kahawatungu Tue, 21 Jul 2026 01:15:34
PSC Invites Applications for Bomet University VC, Other Jobs
The Public Service Commission (PSC) has invited applications for the position of Vice Chancellor at Bomet University, alongside several other senior positions in public institutions and government departments. In a notice issued on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, the Commission advertised the position of Vice Chancellor at Bomet University. The position comes months after Prof. Charles [...] The post PSC Invites Applications for Bomet University VC, Other Jobs appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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@kahawatungu Tue, 21 Jul 2026 01:23:00
Govt Invites Applications for KCAA Board of Directors Positions
The government has invited applications from suitably qualified Kenyans for appointment as members of the Board of Directors of the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA). In a notice issued on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, Cabinet Secretary for Roads and Transport Davis Chirchir said the government is seeking individuals with relevant knowledge, skills and experience to [...] The post Govt Invites Applications for KCAA Board of Directors Positions appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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@taifaleo Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:55:36
Miradi ya unyunyizaji maji yalemewa Pwani licha ya uwekezaji wa mabilioni ya pesa
ENEO la Pwani limezidi kubaki nyuma katika uzalishaji wa chakula, licha ya uwekezaji wa mabilioni ya pesa katika mifumo ya kilimo cha unyunyizaji maji shambani katika kaunti mbalimbali za ukanda huo. Katika Kaunti ya Taita Taveta, mifumo ya unyunyizaji ambayo hapo awali iliifanya Taveta kuwa miongoni mwa maeneo muhimu ya uzalishaji wa chakula kufaa Mombasa, Nairobi na Tanzania imeathiriwa na mifereji iliyozibwa na tope, magugu na uchafu, pamoja na kupungua kwa maji katika mito. Serikali ya Kaunti ya Taita-Taveta imekiri kuwa changamoto za usimamizi, mabadiliko ya tabianchi, uwekezaji duni na miundombinu chakavu imepunguza uzalishaji katika kilimo. Hata hivyo, kaunti inapanga kufufua mifumo ya unyunyizaji na kuwahamasisha vijana kuchukulia kilimo kama taaluma yenye faida. "Ukosefu wa rasilimali za kutosha umeathiri ukarabati wa mifumo ya unyunyizaji. Wakati huo huo, vijana wengi wameacha kilimo kwa sababu wanataka mapato ya haraka katika sekta ya bodaboda," akasema Waziri wa Kilimo katika kaunti hiyo, Bw Dawson Mzenge. Wakati huo huo, mfereji wa Njoro Kubwa, unaohudumia zaidi ya miradi 10 ya unyunyizaji, haujasafishwa kwa karibu miaka miwili. Hali hiyo imepunguza mtiririko wa maji na kuwaathiri mamia ya wakulima. Katika Kaunti ya Tana River, Miradi ya Unyunyizaji ya Bura na Hola nayo inakabiliwa na changamoto za miundomsingi na upatikanaji wa maji. Bura, iliyoanzishwa mwaka wa 1978, ina eneo lililotengwa la hekta 176,000, lakini ni karibu ekari 12,000 pekee zilizo na miundomsingi bora ya unyunyizaji. Serikali imetumia zaidi ya Sh7 bilioni katika mpango wa kuifufua Bura na kubadilisha mfumo kutoka pampu zinazotumia mafuta ya dizeli hadi mfumo wa maji yanayotiririka kwa nguvu ya mvuto asili. Mamlaka ya Kitaifa ya Unyunyizaji inasema mfereji wa kilomita 26 umekamilika na umeongeza upatikanaji wa maji huku ukipunguza matumizi ya dizeli. Katibu wa wizara kuhusu unyunyizaji, Bw Ephantus Kimotho, alisema mfumo mpya ni hatua muhimu ya mabadiliko. "Mradi unakusudia kuondoa gharama kubwa ya kutegemea mafuta kwa unyunyizaji ili uwezo wa unyunyizaji utumike kikamilifu," alisema alipozuru eneo hilo hivi majuzi. Alisema uwekezaji zaidi katika unyunyizaji utaongeza uzalishaji wa kilimo, kuunda ajira na kuimarisha upatikanaji wa chakula nchini. Maafisa wa Serikali pia wameeleza kuwa kuna ongezeko la wawejezaji binafsi wanaotaka kuwekeza katika miradi ya unyunyizaji. Katika mradi wa Bura, kuna mwekezaji anayehusika katika uzalishaji wa miwa ya mbegu katika eneo la ekari 700. Majaribio hayo yanahusisha aina nane za miwa kwa lengo la kubaini aina zinazofaa zaidi kwa eneo hilo. Serikali inaamini kuwa ubia kama huo unaweza hatimaye kuibadilisha Bura kuwa kitovu cha kilimo na viwanda chenye shughuli nyingi. Huko Kwale, sehemu ya umwagiliaji ya mradi wa Sh20 bilioni wa Bwawa la Mwache ilifutwa baada ya tathmini kuonyesha kuwa gharama za kusukuma maji ingekuwa kubwa na isiyo endelevu. Mradi huo sasa unaelekezwa zaidi kwenye unyunyizaji unaolenga wakulima wadogo karibu 2,000.
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@taifaleo Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:55:51
GenZ aibuka na mbinu ya kuzuia wizi wa kura 2027 aliyojaribu katika uchaguzi wa Ol Kalou
UCHAGUZI mdogo wa ubunge wa Ol Kalou ulilipa jukwaa la People's IEBC funzo muhimu kuhusu changamoto za kutumia teknolojia katika kuthibitisha matokeo ya uchaguzi kwa wakati. Jukwaa hilo, linaloendeshwa na vijana wenye ujuzi wa teknolojia, lilifanikiwa kuthibitisha matokeo kutoka vituo 93 kati ya 144 kabla ya Tume Huru ya Uchaguzi na Mipaka (IEBC) kutangaza rasmi mshindi. Hesabu zake zilionyesha mgombea wa DCP Sammy Ngotho akiwa mbele kwa asilimia 85.7 ya kura, akifuatiwa na mgombea wa UDA Samuel Muchina kwa asilimia 12.7. Mwanzilishi wa teknolojia ya People's IEBC, Daniel Miringa, alisema lengo halikuwa kuchukua nafasi ya IEBC bali kuonyesha kuwa wananchi wanaweza kutumia teknolojia kuthibitisha matokeo kwa uwazi. Hata hivyo, mradi huo ulikumbana na changamoto kadhaa. Baadhi ya waangalizi walishindwa kupata Fomu 35A baada ya polisi kutawanya watu kwa vitoza machozi na kuruhusu maafisa wa IEBC na maajenti wa vyama pekee kubaki ndani ya vituo vya kupigia kura. Katika baadhi ya vituo, waangalizi walijiondoa dakika za mwisho kutokana na sababu binafsi, hali iliyolazimisha jukwaa hilo kusubiri IEBC kuchapisha fomu zilizokosekana ili kukamilisha hesabu zake. Bw Miringa alisema ni muhimu kuwa na waangalizi wa akiba katika kila kituo cha kupigia kura ili kuhakikisha shughuli hiyo haiathiriki endapo mmoja atashindwa kutekeleza jukumu lake. "Mbali na changamoto za nyanjani, mfumo huo pia ulikabiliwa na jaribio la udukuzi wa mtandao saa chache kabla ya uchaguzi kuanza. "Kifaa kimoja kilituma zaidi ya maombi 200,000 kwa mfumo huo kwa lengo la kuulemea, lakini wahandisi walizuia majaribio hayo na mfumo ukaendelea kufanya kazi bila hitilafu," akasema Bw Miringa. Kutokana na tukio hilo, jukwaa hilo limeimarisha usalama wa mtandao kwa kuweka vizuizi dhidi ya maombi yasiyo ya kawaida ya udukuzi. Baada ya majaribio ya Ol Kalou, People's IEBC inapanga kushirikiana na mashirika yaliyoidhinishwa ya uangalizi wa uchaguzi kama ELOG pamoja na kutafuta idhini rasmi kutoka kwa IEBC ili waangalizi wake waruhusiwe kubaki vituoni hadi fomu za matokeo zitolewe. "Wananchi wanastahili kuruhusiwa kupakua Fomu 35A moja kwa moja na kusambaza matokeo kupitia majukwaa mbalimbali ya kidijitali badala ya kutegemea TikTok pekee," akaongeza. Kwa mujibu wa Bw Miringa, uchaguzi wa Ol Kalou ulikuwa jaribio la kwanza la mfumo huo na umeonyesha kuwa teknolojia pekee haitoshi kuhakikisha uchaguzi huru na wa uwazi. Alisema mafanikio yanategemea pia maandalizi mazuri, ushirikiano, ulinzi wa mtandao, upatikanaji wa vibali na imani ya wananchi. Aliongeza kuwa mafunzo yaliyopatikana yataisaidia People's IEBC kuboresha mfumo wake kabla ya uchaguzi mkuu wa 2027 ili wananchi waweze kuthibitisha matokeo ya uchaguzi kwa uwazi zaidi.
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@kahawatungu Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:38:48
Govt Invites Firms to Apply for World Bank-Funded Business Support
The government has invited businesses, cooperatives and associations to apply for support under a World Bank-funded project aimed at boosting private sector investment and creating jobs. In a notice issued on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, the Ministry of Co-operatives and Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Development said applications are now open for the Kenya [...] The post Govt Invites Firms to Apply for World Bank-Funded Business Support appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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