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Topic: Controversial

Chivayo it is...: Controversial Zimbabwean Tycoon secures stake in Sh375b JKIA expansion deal

By Macharia Kamau and David Odongo   2026-06-16 09:14:13

A Sh375 billion expansion deal for Jomo Kenyatta International Airport has sparked controversy after Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo’s firm joined a Chinese-led consortium.

Man behind controversial video on Utumishi fire arrested in Mombasa

By Tania Omusale   2026-05-31 12:58:16

MC Adek Tatu was arrested for allegedly posting inflammatory content online following the Utumishi Girls’ Academy fire, which authorities claim risked inciting public unrest and undermining peace.

Controversial Kisumu preacher Father John Juma Pesa dies

By Victor Budi and Clint Ambujo   2026-05-28 16:19:51

His ministry gained prominence across the region and beyond, partly due to its strict internal rules and frequent clashes with authorities over alleged human rights abuses.

Controversial water tariffs quashed after months of tussles

By Stephen Rutto   2026-05-25 13:59:52

Residents had claimed the new tariffs pushed monthly water bills up to 300 per cent for some consumer categories.

Professional bodies oppose controversial tax proposals

By Josphat Thiong’o   2026-05-23 09:14:37

Among recommendations by bankers and accountant lobbies is the reduction of PAYE across all tax bands.

Joho seeks Kakamega MCAs help in controversial Sh683 billion gold project

By Benard Lusigi   2026-04-27 17:07:44

The government has appealed to Kakamega MCAs to rally locals through available legal frameworks to support the controversial Sh683 billion gold project in Ikolomani Constituency.