Police assured everyone they remain safe despite claims from former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua about security threats. Gachagua wrote to the Inspector General, saying his life faces danger through multiple incidents. He claimed unknown people were trailing family members with unmarked cars. Law enforcement advised him to work with officers at all levels for extra protection. They asked him to share his travel plans ahead of time for better security coordination.
The National Police Service emphasized its duty under Article 244 of the Constitution to respect human rights. It stated that it serves all people without political favoritism. Officials said security across the country stays stable with measures already preventing...
Nairobi City Water company wants residents of Utawala, Mihango, Kamulu, and Ngundu to call their hotline about the Eastern water improvement project. They posted this request on social media to help answer questions faster. People can reach them at +254 799 816 267 with any concerns. The water agency aims for smooth communication during construction work.
Anyone applying for water services needs several documents, including identification, proof of land ownership, a tax certificate, and a photo. The project brings new water lines to multiple neighborhoods across eastern Nairobi. It includes laying 220 kilometers of water pipes and installing nearly 2,000 household meters. The sewerage part adds 47 kilometers of pipes and connects 1,400...
Council of Governors Vice-Chair Mutahi Kahiga asked President William Ruto to slow down on government reshuffles. He wants Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale to have time to adapt to his role. Kahiga believes frequent leadership changes hurt Universal Health Coverage's progress. The Nyeri Governor spoke after a four-hour meeting between governors and Duale. He said the health program sits at a critical implementation stage requiring stability.
Duale promised county leaders better cooperation despite health being a devolved function. He identified communication gaps between national and county governments. The cabinet secretary called for improved synergy between both levels to implement health coverage goals fully. President Ruto has...
President William Ruto encouraged the national under-20 football team to perform well during their Africa Cup of Nations qualification campaign. He handed over the Kenyan flag at State House as team members prepared for upcoming matches. The president addressed the captain directly during the ceremony. He promised to attend the finals if the team qualified through their upcoming games. Ruto used both English and Swahili when motivating the players to give everything during the competition.
Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya attended, along with Football Kenya Federation officials, including President Hussein Mohammed and Vice President McDonald Mariga. Ruto asked federation leaders to keep him updated about the team's progress...
The Transport Licensing Appeals Board ordered Super Metro to fire 269 drivers following a hearing with the National Transport Safety Authority. Super Metro must also send 31 vehicles with compliance problems for inspection at the Likoni Motor Vehicle Inspection Centre. The company needs to submit reports to the NTSA afterward. Another 42 vehicles caught speeding require retesting at the driver test facility. Eight more vehicles with speed limiter violations need compliance checks.
Super Metro must provide minutes from driver safety training sessions to NTSA officials. The tribunal upheld the earlier suspension of operations until the company met all requirements. Officials scheduled a follow-up meeting for April 17 to verify...
The government is building twelve fish landing sites and a training center to strengthen the fishing industry near Lake Victoria. These projects aim to increase earnings for fishermen across five counties. Deputy President Kithure Kindiki visited the Kabonyo Fisheries center in Kisumu County to check construction progress. Three sites have been finished in Siaya, Busia, and Migori counties, with nine more planned soon. Each location costs approximately Sh150-160 million.
These facilities help standardize fish handling from reception through cold storage before sale. The Sh1.3 billion training center serves as a flagship project for improving the blue economy. It will produce 28 million fingerlings yearly for farmers and lake...
A retired military leader praised recent security changes at Gambian banks. He supports armed police protecting financial institutions against robberies. The monthly cost runs between D30,000 and D35,000 per bank. The minister called security expensive during a recent radio program, prompting the former officer to share his views.
He admired Senegal's impressive military display celebrating its 65th independence. Their armed forces showed discipline through parades featuring modern equipment. The retired commander recalled warnings from 1990, when General Dogonyaro cautioned Gambian leaders about weak defense spending. His predictions came true when coups happened in Sierra Leone and The Gambia. These events might have been prevented...
Gambians keep electing leaders who fail them. Politicians make grand promises during campaigns with music and celebrations but never deliver after winning. They enjoy luxurious lives far removed from average citizens who struggle daily. These officials rarely lose public trust despite giving little back to communities.
Access to opportunities depends on connections rather than on merit. This system started during the First Republic, continued through Yahya Jammeh, and persists under President Adama Barrow. The children of former officials fill top positions after receiving foreign education. Jammeh initially seemed promising but gradually revealed himself as power-hungry and delusional. His leadership led to human rights violations and...
The semifinal between neighboring nations Burkina Faso and Mali mixes respect with fierce competition. Both teams faced each other in Bamako before traveling to Morocco. Burkina Faso won once, and they drew once during those preparation matches. Coach Oscar Barro knows Mali has talented players but believes his team has clear strengths. He admits both squads have changed since those earlier encounters.
Barro admires Mali for its attacking style and team cohesion, which it developed through elite academies. His Burkina Faso team offers power and effectiveness against Mali's fluid technical approach. Barro has spent sleepless nights studying Mali videos because he treats every opponent with unique preparation. Mali coach Adama Diéfla...
