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Boateng under fire for tampering with bail evidence
The courts heard new claims against Angela Adjei Boateng last Friday. She allegedly tried to hide evidence when she learned police had arrested her husband. Deputy Attorney General Justice Srem Sai told everyone that Angela scattered suitcases full of money right after finding out about her husband Kwabena Adu-Boahene going to jail. Security cameras caught her actions between the time she heard about the arrest and the next morning. Prosecutors cited these facts to argue against better bail terms for the couple. They believe letting either person out creates two big problems: First, they might run away before trial, and second, they could mess with more evidence needed for the case. Justice Srem Sai mentioned these concerns directly...
Gachagua tells Mt Kenya to cash in on Ruto rallies
Rigathi Gachagua wants everyone from Mt Kenya to show up at President Ruto's public meetings during his upcoming three-day visit. The former Deputy President shared this message Saturday at a church event in Naivasha. He told locals they should demand good payment if anyone offers cash to attend these rallies. "President Ruto, prepare your money because we elected you for free," Gachagua stated during Reverend Harrison Munyua's installation ceremony. The President plans to tour this important voting area starting April 1. Many political watchers see this trip as Ruto's attempt to rebuild connections with local voters after his relationship with Gachagua fell apart. The former deputy claimed Ruto would bring benefits to the region and...
Greenland caught between US talk and local pride
Green lights danced across the night sky near Nuuk late Friday. These northern lights appeared right after a big day for Greenland. The bright display came as this icy place faced both hopes and worries. A foreign power had sent people to the island with a tough message. US Vice President JD Vance visited a US military base in northern Greenland. He tried to make his boss's plan sound less harsh. Trump wants to take over this Danish territory. Vance said they wouldn't need military force, but his main point scared many people. Vance warned that the world and Arctic area are changing fast. He said Greenland must see the danger from China. He claimed that old Western partnerships don't work anymore. The island should leave weak Danish...
Malindi Gives Thanks to Disciplined Officers and Families
Police officers from three Kenyan counties gathered with their families on Saturday for a special thank-you church service. The celebration took place at St Anthony's Cathedral in Malindi, bringing together officers from Kilifi, Tana River, and Lamu. David Lusava, Deputy County Commissioner of Malindi, attended as the main guest at this yearly event. The ceremony thanked God for keeping security personnel safe throughout the year. Bishop George Muthaka led the church service with help from local priests and chaplains from different security agencies. Members from many services joined the celebration, including the National Police, Forest Service, Prisons, Wildlife Service, and Youth Service. Everyone focused on the message "God...
KeNHA nabs repeat rebar vandal on Miritini Kipevu road
Kenya's highway authority caught someone breaking reinforcement bars on the Miritini-Kipevu road. Officials from the Axle Load Enforcement and Highway Unit arrested Mombasa. During the incident, they found the person carrying a mason's hammer. This same person had been caught earlier in 2024 doing the same thing. After the previous arrest, courts ordered the person to complete six months of community service. Currently, police hold the suspect at Changamwe station until a Tuesday court appearance. The highway authority asked all citizens to help protect roads by reporting anyone damaging public infrastructure to nearby police stations. Reinforcement bars, which engineers call "rebar" for short, serve as critical components for...
ZETDC slaps 25 fee on electrical checks
Zimbabwe's electric company ZETDC just made electrical inspections a must for everyone, charging $25 across the country. They say recent house fires and electrical accidents pushed them to check all installations for safety problems. They want to catch dangerous wiring, bad connections, and systems that break the rules before anyone gets hurt. ZETDC cares about keeping people safe from electrical dangers. Their teams look for issues that might cause fires, shocks, or other hazards in homes and businesses. The basic check costs $25 for all customers, but generator users face extra charges. Small generators up to 100KW need a $5 verification fee; large ones over 100KW cost $50 to verify. The company created more detailed safety checks...
Chevrons gear up for a packed season with SA and NZ
Zimbabwe's cricket team, the Chevrons, will host New Zealand and South Africa for a T20 tri-nations tournament. The exciting matches run from July 14 through July 26. South Africa arrives early since they play two test matches against Zimbabwe first. These test games happen before all three countries battle in the shorter T20 format. The test matches between Zimbabwe and South Africa take place at Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo. Players compete in the first match from June 28 through July 2. After a short break, they return for the second match from July 6 to July 10. When these longer games finish, all teams head to Harare for the fast-paced T20 matches. Harare Sports Club becomes cricket central when South Africa faces Zimbabwe on...
The Lowdown on Security Services in Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe's security landscape offers a complex mix of public and private services that touch every part of society. From state police to local neighborhood watches, security shapes daily life across the country. Many Zimbabweans interact with security personnel daily, yet few know how these systems actually work. Security matters affect everyone in Zimbabwe. Whether you live in Harare's busy streets or rural Matabeleland, security services influence your safety, rights, and freedoms. Young people especially need to know about these systems - they'll inherit them. This article examines Zimbabwe's security services—what they are, how they operate, who runs them, and why they matter to regular citizens. We'll examine both government...
Dowa Water Game Gets Solar Smack Leaves Boreholes in Dust
Fanny Muula from Dowa District Council, who works as the water development officer there, really likes what Orant Charities Africa does with water in Chakhaza B. The charity helps the council provide clean, safe drinking water to local people. Muula feels happy about the solar-powered water system that OCA built because it adds to what the district already planned. During a meeting where OCA showed their progress report, Muula mentioned that the council wants to move away from simple boreholes and prefer piped water systems for rural areas instead. She asked OCA and similar groups to team up with key partners when working. This teamwork would ensure that all rural communities receive equal access to good water. The WASH program...

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