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Khaby Lame sells major stake in Step Distinctive for up to Sh125 billion

Khaby Lame reportedly completed the all-stock transaction as part of a strategic shift from viral content creation to structured global commerce

Muhoozi Kainerugaba blocks CNN's Larry Madowo on X as online feud escalates

General Muhoozi Kainerugaba blocked CNN journalist Larry Madowo on X after Madowo reported on his controversial posts targeting opposition leader Bobi Wine and the NUP party

University student accused of extorting men, posting false rape claims

Beth Wanja Wangari, alias Mary Nduta, is alleged to have used the account to bully and harass men she met earlier this year, contrary to the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act.

Nairobi businessman recounts wife's last moments after botched cosmetic surgery

Lucy Wambui passed away on October 18, 2024 following a botched surgery at Body by Design, a facility that would later face police action, resulting in the arrest of several medical staff.

Manchester United announce Casemiro's exit at the end of the season

He memorably scored the opening goal in Manchester United’s 2023 Carabao Cup final victory over Newcastle United, helping the club finish third in the Premier League

Support us without sexual exploitation, widows appeal

The death of a husband often leaves women in a precarious position, both emotionally and economically.

How Gen Z's sexual boldness thrives, and backfires, online

Marion Naipei saga exposes gender, power, and economic precarity in Kenya, showing how viral content can amplify personal struggles and provoke national conversations on accountability.

Justice David Majanja's will tears apart late High Court judge's family

Justice Majanja left behind a will that has plunged his family into one of the most painful, public and protracted succession disputes in recent judicial memory. He drafted it in June 2014.

Bar maid claims she is Machakos deputy governor's daughter, willing to undergo DNA

The woman alleges she was born out of a brief relationship in Nairobi’s Huruma, between the Deputy Governor and her mother, a former vegetable vendor.

'Pastor' sentenced to 10 years in jail for killing wife on Valetine's eve

The man, 70, who was widely known as a pastor and respected for his commitment to the church, killed his wife of 42 years, Rosa Chokchok, using a panga and a hammer.

Nairobi teacher charged with assaulting 9-year old child, later beating up the kid's mother

The teacher, Terresia Wanjiru, 36, appeared before the court to answer charges relating to an incident that allegedly occurred on January 10 in Dandora Phase 5, Embakasi Sub-County.

Nairobi man knocks out friend's tooth after he scared, 'traumatised' his dog

Joshua Wesonga Mubweka denied unlawfully injuring James Mungare by breaking one of his upper incisors when he appeared before Senior Resident Magistrate Stephanie Bett.

KWS relocates three Rothschild's giraffes to Nairobi to boost conservation

KWS has relocated three young Rothschild’s giraffes from Soysambu Conservancy to the Nairobi Giraffe Centre to boost genetic diversity and strengthen conservation.

Buuri MP Mugambi Rindikiri involved in road crash along Meru highway

Buuri MP Mugambi Rindikiri was involved in an accident along the Nanyuki–Meru highway after his vehicle collided with a van ferrying Catholic nuns, with all parties reported safe.

President Ruto promises Gikomba traders title deed within 90 days

President Ruto revealed that he had directed PS Nixon Korir to ensure that a title deed for Gikomba Market is issued within 90 days.

PHOTOS: Popular entrepreneur Catherine Wambugu involved in grisly road accident

The businesswoman asked Kenyans to keep her and the families of the deceased in their prayers as they come to terms with the loss.

Govt deploys KDF, police to secure Isiolo-Modogashe-Mandera highway project

The government has deployed additional security forces to safeguard the construction of the 740-kilometre Isiolo–Mandera highway.

Police arrest notorious 'Kapenguria Six' criminal gang wanted for violent robberies

Police also seized a military jungle belt, a beret, and three pangas, highlighting the gang’s potential for violent robbery targeting livestock and household property.

Spain to observe 3-day national mourning after deadly train crash claimed 40 lives

Spain will observe three days of national mourning following a deadly train crash in the country’s south that has claimed at least 40 lives.

NTSA issues warning after viral video shows woman hanging, dancing on moving matatu

The road safety regulator cautioned that such stunts put not only the conductor’s life at risk but also endanger other road users.