A partially blind student just aced his finals after community-funded eye surgery. Kamogelo Motaung earned a Bachelor's pass in his national senior certificate exams despite significant visual impairment. The eighteen-year-old from St Mary's Secondary School in Mahikeng struggled with cataracts in both eyes, which severely blurred his vision for an extended period.
His condition made reading textbooks and writing notes immensely difficult, relying on classmates for assistance. Facing a lengthy wait for public hospital surgery, his family sought private treatment through fundraising. Generous donations from strangers covered the costs for an operation to remove the cataracts.
The successful procedure restored much of his vision before...
A murder suspect claims police beat him for a confession in a high-profile media personality killing. Victor Mthethwa Majola appeared in Johannesburg Magistrate's Court seeking bail for plotting against DJ Warras. The forty-four-year-old taxi owner described being choked and assaulted during his arrest at a Soweto hostel. He insisted the ordeal left him limping and traumatized.
State prosecutors strongly opposed his release, citing CCTV footage and phone evidence. An investigating officer testified that Majola was seen outside the crime scene before the shooting. The officer stated that personal details about the victim were found on Majola's mobile device. Authorities argue this demonstrates premeditation in the fatal attack.
Majola...
Narcotics detectives busted a motorcycle rider carrying a major heroin shipment. Anti-Narcotics Unit officers arrested forty-two-year-old Ephantus Kariuki Mwangi in Nakuru. The suspect was riding a registered motorcycle while carrying suspicious luggage during an intelligence-led operation.
A search of his bags revealed three hundred ninety-seven grams of heroin. The drugs were neatly concealed for transport and valued at over one million shillings. Officers also recovered syringes, needles, rolls of cannabis, and multiple packets of cigarettes.
Investigators believe Kariuki was actively supplying drugs within the Nakuru area. He remains in police custody while detectives finalize their investigation for the court. The Directorate of...
Exam reports are finally out for national school assessments. The Kenya National Examinations Council confirmed performance reports are ready for access. Schools and candidates can now obtain their KPSEA and KILEA results through the official online portal.
Candidates need their assessment number and a registered name to log in. They must accept a privacy notice on the council's website before searching for reports. KNEC noted KILEA candidates also have the option to collect physical reports directly from their schools.
Educational institutions can access detailed individual learner reports through a separate portal. The council continues preparations for future national examination cycles. CEO David Njengere encouraged guardians to...
Wildlife officials are warning about a fake job scam circulating online. The Kenya Wildlife Service alerted citizens about a fraudulent recruitment link for ranger positions. This deceptive advertisement spreads across social media platforms, attempting to trick eager job seekers. The agency clarified that the link has no affiliation with its legitimate hiring processes.
The service strongly advised the public against clicking the link or sharing personal data. Officials emphasized that no payments should be made in response to these messages. All genuine KWS recruitment is communicated through official channels only. These include the service's verified website and its mainstream media announcements.
This scam mirrors a similar...
A ruling party MP is publicly blasting his own government for broken promises. Kiharu legislator Ndindi Nyoro accused the United Democratic Alliance and Kenya Kwanza administration of straying from their campaign philosophy. He stated the party holds responsibility for shifting from its original agenda sold to citizens during elections.
Nyoro pinpointed the economy as his central issue with the William Ruto-led administration. He criticized the government for neglecting public cries over the cost of living. The MP argued the country is now engaging in the very financial practices it vowed to avoid, specifically excessive borrowing.
He emphasized that sustainable development requires balancing current spending with future economic...
The judicial commission is seeking a new Supreme Court judge following a justice's passing. Chief Justice Martha Koome announced the vacancy for the seven-member bench. Qualified applicants are invited to apply through the commission's official jobs portal.
The successful candidate will serve until reaching the mandatory judicial retirement age. The monthly gross salary is set between nine hundred fifty-six thousand and one point two million shillings. This figure excludes additional benefits determined by the national remuneration body.
Applicants must hold a law degree from a recognized university or be advocates of the High Court. They need a minimum of fifteen years of experience as a superior court judge or distinguished legal...
A bank official gave detailed testimony in a billion-shilling education fund trial. The witness appeared before Senior Principal Magistrate Alloys Ndege at the Nakuru Law Courts. The official outlined banking procedures and traced financial movements linked to the case.
Senator Jackson Mandago faces graft charges with co-accused Joshua Lelei and Meshack Rono. They are alleged to have embezzled funds meant for a student scholarship program. The total amount involved reaches one point one billion shillings.
The witness produced documentary exhibits concerning a series of cheques. These cheques were allegedly signed by the accused persons. Testimony connected the transactions to specific accounts under investigation.
Prosecutors assert...
A corruption watchdog wants a government CEO suspended over a billion shillings in questionable assets. The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission is probing Roy Sasaka Telewa, the National Government Affirmative Action Fund chief. It recommended his immediate suspension to the Gender Cabinet Secretary Hanna Wendot Cheptumo.
The commission cited legal guidelines allowing for suspension during such inquiries. Telewa quickly moved to block the suspension through a court petition. Justice Jemimah Keli granted his request, issuing a temporary conservatory order.
The order bars the NGAAF board and the cabinet secretary from holding any meeting about his suspension. It also prevents them from removing Telewa or appointing an acting CEO in...
