Nairobi, Kenya – The tragic demise of a Ugandan Olympic runner in Kenya has cast a stark spotlight on the persistent violence against female athletes, raising alarms about their safety and the broader implications for sports in East Africa. The athlete, whose identity has been withheld for privacy, was discovered deceased under mysterious circumstances. Preliminary … Read more
NAIROBI, Kenya — Tensions have escalated in Kenya following anti-tax protests, which have now resulted in 23 deaths, while 20 others remain in critical condition awaiting medical procedures, officials from the Kenya Medical Association announced. The outbreak of violence comes in the wake of proposed tax increases under the Finance Bill 2024. Kenyatta National Hospital, … Read more
Nairobi, Kenya – Chaos erupted in Kenya as intense protests over proposed tax increases culminated in the deaths of at least five demonstrators and the partial torching of the country’s parliament building. The violent clashes began following the approval of a controversial amended finance bill that includes significant tax hikes, which many citizens find unbearable. … Read more
Nairobi, Kenya – The Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists, and Dentists Union (KMPDU) recently staged a peaceful protest in Nairobi, demanding the release of funds for medical interns and payment of post-graduate fees crucial for the healthcare system in Kenya. Unfortunately, the protest took a violent turn when KMPDU General Secretary Dr. Davji Bhimji Attellah was … Read more
A massive gas explosion shook Nairobi, Kenya, on Monday, as captured in a viral video. The explosion, which occurred in the city’s residential area, sent flames and plumes of smoke high into the sky, causing panic and widespread concern. The incident took place at the Gikomba market, a bustling hub for both residents and traders. … Read more
Nairobi, Kenya – A gas explosion in Nairobi, Kenya on Thursday, February 1 led to the death of at least three people and left more than 200 injured, as per local reports. The explosion occurred during a gas cylinder refill at a plant in the Embakasi district, resulting in a fire that caused significant damage … Read more
NAIROBI, KENYA – The gruesome murder of Pastor Victor Kanyari’s younger sister, Starlet Wahu, has left Kenyans in shock. Wahu was allegedly killed by a man identified as John Matara, whose details have now surfaced online following the circulating reports of the incident. Wahu’s body was discovered in an AirBnB in Nairobi’s South B, with … Read more
KENYA, ELDORET – Kenyan police have arrested two suspects in connection with the murder of Ugandan Olympian Benjamin Kiplagat in the town of Eldoret in Kenya’s Rift Valley region. The body of the three-time Olympian was discovered over the weekend with a severe knife wound to the neck. Kiplagat, 34, had a successful athletic career, … Read more
ELDORET, Kenya – Former Ugandan Olympian, Benjamin Kiplagat, was tragically found stabbed to death inside his brother’s car near Kimumu Secondary School on the outskirts of Eldoret along Eldoret-Iten Road. Kiplagat, 34, represented Uganda in three Olympic Games and six world championships in the 3000m steeplechase. His body showed signs of deep knife cuts to … Read more
Eldoret, Kenya – Olympic athlete Benjamin Kiplagat was tragically found dead in his car with a fatal knife wound in his neck. The 34-year-old Kenyan-born runner had been representing Uganda in the 3,000m steeplechase at various international events, including the Olympics and World Championships. He was discovered on the outskirts of Eldoret, a town in … Read more