Former Zanu PF legislator Temba Mliswa accused Vice President Constantino Chiwenga on Monday of masking a personal vendetta as an anti-corruption campaign against businessman Wicknell Chivayo. Mliswa alleged on X that Chiwenga sought six Rolls Royces, wedding funds, and apartment purchases totaling more than $1 million from Chivayo around the time of his December 2025 marriage to Miniyothabo Baloyi. The relationship soured when Chivayo failed to deliver a final $150,000 payment, according to Mliswa.
War veteran Blessed Geza previously claimed Mliswa received money from President Emmerson Mnangagwa's allies to undermine Chiwenga. The allegations emerge as Zanu PF faces internal succession battles, with Chiwenga targeting corrupt cartels...
A Zimbabwean political observer has condemned Temba Mliswa for defending individuals accused of massive corruption. Vice President Constantino Chiwenga alleged that Kudakwashe Tagwirei, and others looted $3.2 billion from state coffers. The critic wrote from Kwekwe General Hospital while waiting with their mother, who faces recurrent cancer. The hospital lacks basic medicines, and equipment, forcing families to pay for essential care.
Zimbabwe loses over $4 billion annually to corruption, according to independent estimates. These funds should support healthcare, education, and infrastructure. The writer formerly respected Mliswa as an anti-corruption advocate. His recent defense of accused looters betrays ordinary Zimbabweans who...
President William Ruto conducted a farewell ceremony for Italian Ambassador Roberto Natali at State House in Nairobi on Monday. The diplomat concluded his posting after strengthening bilateral ties between the two governments. Ruto acknowledged the partnership spanning more than six decades across commerce, agriculture, medical services, and education. The president stated Kenya remains prepared to collaborate with Italy on implementing the Mattei Plan for Africa.
Italy provides Kenya with machinery, pharmaceuticals, and mineral fuels through trade agreements. Kenya exports horticultural products, coffee and tea to Italian markets. The diplomatic relationship began in 1963 when Italy recognized Kenyan independence. Bilateral...
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission initiated its Continuous Voter Registration process on Monday, September 29, 2025. Commission officials alongside Kajiado Governor Joseph ole Lenku attended the launch ceremony to mark the registration drive's commencement. The electoral body described the voter enrollment program as fundamental to democratic participation across the nation.
Kenyan citizens who have reached 18 years may access registration services at constituency offices throughout the country. Applicants must present valid identification documents, but they cannot register in locations conducting by-elections. The commission provides multiple services such as new voter enrollment, record modifications, polling...
Treasury Principal Secretary Chris Kiptoo transferred 27 procurement officers on Sept. 26, and the officials must arrive at their new posts by Sept. 30. The directive aims to balance workforce distribution, and it addresses personnel shortages across multiple ministries. Kennedy Kinoti Marangu moved from the Environment department to Medical Services, while Frank Boiwo Kiptoo shifted from Shipping to Cabinet Affairs.
The transfers occur as government agencies struggle with the new electronic procurement platform. Most state entities have not acquired goods or services during the current fiscal quarter's final days. Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi defended the World Bank initiative before parliament, but procurement staff claim...
President Donald Trump plans to present a new peace proposal during White House discussions with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday. Trump told reporters on Friday he believes an agreement appears within reach, but Netanyahu stated on Sunday that negotiations remain incomplete. Hamas representatives indicated they had not received any official submission of the terms.
Media outlets obtained copies of the framework that require all captives to be freed within 48 hours after confirmation. Israel would then release hundreds of Palestinian detainees sentenced to life imprisonment. The agreement offers Hamas fighters who accept peace terms both amnesty and safe exit from Gaza, and the organization would lose all authority...
A Chinese court ordered death sentences for 11 members of the Ming family on Monday in Wenzhou for operating criminal enterprises in Myanmar. The tribunal convicted 39 family members total, and authorities imposed life imprisonment on 11 defendants, while others received terms between five and 24 years. Five defendants earned death sentences with two-year suspensions.
The Ming family controlled fraud operations in Laukkai that generated more than 10 billion yuan from 2015 forward. Chinese state media reported the group managed casinos, drug networks, and prostitution rings that employed at least 10,000 workers. Myanmar authorities arrested family members in 2023, and the court determined the organization killed multiple employees who...
A South Sudan special court rejected challenges from suspended Vice President Riek Machar's defense team. The tribunal affirmed its authority to prosecute him on murder, treason, and crimes against humanity charges. Judges dismissed arguments about jurisdiction, immunity, and procedural objections. Proceedings will resume on Wednesday.
Machar remains under house arrest after his alleged militia attacked government forces in March, and the assault killed 250 soldiers and one general. His attorneys argued a hybrid African Union court should handle the case, but Judge James Alala ruled no such tribunal exists. The court removed two defense lawyers who lacked valid licenses. Regional powers have urged restraint amid fears the prosecution...
Mandera Senator Ali Roba distributed nomination documents to United Democratic Movement candidates at the party's Nairobi offices. The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission declared four positions vacant, and UDM presented credentials to aspirants seeking those seats. Fredrick Odhiambo Ochiel received approval to pursue the Ugunja parliamentary position in Siaya County after Opiyo Wandayi accepted a Cabinet Secretary appointment. Stephen Amwayi, Ochanga Rashid Mariera, and John Meyan secured nominations for ward races in Kakamega, Tana River, and Turkana counties.
Roba confirmed the party maintains its Kenya Kwanza coalition membership, and he pledged continued support for President William Ruto ahead of 2027 voting. The...
