Gachagua was received by Manyatta MP Mukunji Gitonga and some clergy upon landing at St Mark Teachers' Training College, Kigari for the church service. Speaking to the Star on the phone, Ruku said he was “attending another church event within my constituency.”“The National Assembly has impeached him. Gachagua who was accompanied by his wife pastor Dorcas also took a private chopper to the event instead of the military place further fueling speculations. Gachagua has typically utilised a military chopper for both official and personal engagements. During a church function in Nakuru attended by Ruto, Gachagua delayed only to attribute it to transport challenges.

Actress Demi Moore has issued a touching update on the condition of her ex-husband, Bruce Willis, amid his ongoing fight with dementia. Two years ago, Bruce Willis stepped away from his acting career when doctors revealed he was suffering from aphasia - a language condition that dramatically limits communication abilities. Tragically, the actor's health has since declined, giving rise to another more specific diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia (FTD). Although Demi and Bruce separated in 1998 after more than 10 years of marriage, the pair remain good friends and share three adult daughters. Image: WireImage) WireImage)In 2009, Bruce tied the knot with actress Emma Heming Willis and together they also have two daughters.

One of the distinguished figures remembered on this day is Major Jonathan Kingu Otongo, a decorated pilot who made significant contributions to Kenya's fight against terrorism. Military CareerMajor Jonathan Kingu Otongo was a highly skilled fighter pilot in the KDF, known for his unwavering dedication and courage. Major Jonathan Kingu Otongo Pulse Live KenyaIn December 2014, Major Otongo’s bravery became widely recognised during a critical airstrike operation. Major Jonathan Kingu Otongo Pulse Live KenyaADVERTISEMENTHonouring a HeroMajor Jonathan Kingu Otongo was in 2015 awarded the Distinguished Conduct Medal by former President Uhuru Kenyatta, a testament to his bravery and the impact of his contributions. As Kenya celebrates KDF Day, the memory of Major Otongo serves as an enduring symbol of the strength and resilience of the Kenya Defence Forces.

Today (Tuesday) Justice Chacha Mwita will rule on Gachagua’s application to stop the Senate impeachment proceedings scheduled on Wednesday and Thursday when the final vote is scheduled. On Monday, Mr Gachagua appealed to Justice Chacha Mwita to block senators from proceeding with the impeachment, pending the determination of his petition. Mr Muite stressed that the standing orders, which guided the impeachment process contravened the constitutional requirements of fair hearing and public participation. Meanwhile, Justice Chacha Mwita will rule on Tuesday morning whether the court will block Senate from acting on the resolution of the National Assembly, impeachment Mr Gachugua. Meanwhile, all the cases, touching on the impeachment process have been referred to Justice Ogola, the principal judge for directions.

The replacement of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, in case his impeachment is upheld by the Senate, has taken a fresh twist with more names floated. The Star has established that lobbying has intensified with several politicians being touted as Gachagua’s possible replacement should he be sent packing. Among the politicians from the Mt Kenya region whose names have been floated to State House, include Embu Governor Cecily Mbarire. Mbarire also served as a nominated MP between 2017 and 2022 before she was elected Embu governor in 2022. There are also reports that the president could look beyond Mt Kenya when picking Gachagua’s replacement as part of his strategy to consolidate the country.

0 SHARES Share TweetNAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 14 – Kenyans will now be able to send money to Ethiopia using M-Pesa through Safaricom Kenya and its Ethiopian subsidiary. The expansion of the M-Pesa Global service, which is a Safaricom platform that allows registered M-Pesa users to send and receive money globally, aims to drive mobile money use and penetration in Ethiopia, boosting local economies. “This collaboration resonates with our commitment to deliver innovative financial solutions that cater to the evolving needs of our customers,” Safaricom Kenya Chief Financial Services Officer Esther Waititu said. In addition to Ethiopia, M-Pesa customers are also able to send and receive money in over 190 countries. “Our M-PESA Ethiopia customers should now be able to receive safe and affordable transfers from M-PESA Kenya thanks to this collaboration, which will further promote the region’s adoption of digital payments.

East Africa is set to experience a radical shift in the transport sector after Uganda secured a lucrative deal with Turkish construction firm Yapi Merkezi to build a modern Standard Gauge Railway network in the country. The bigger picture: Uganda, which has been lagging in terms of its transport network, is set to greatly benefit from the new deal in several ways. Not only will the nation have a modern, fast, reliable, and high-capacity railway network, but regional trade with neighbours including Kenya is set to be improved considerably. The Malaba–Kampala section alone, measuring 273 kilometers, is set to cost around Ksh296 billion (USD2.3 billion), while the entire Uganda SGR Project covering 1,724 km was quoted at Ksh1.7 trillion (USD12.8 billion). From the engagements, trade ministers from both countries were urged to meet and resolve any outstanding issues affecting trade between Uganda and Kenya.

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Chief Justice Martha Koome has appointed a bench of three judges to determine all petitions challenging the impeachment process of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. The CJ on Monday appointed Justices Eric Ogola (presiding), Anthony Mrima and Dr Freda Mugambi to hear the six petitions, which include one filed by Mr Gachagua himself. In a ruling last Friday, the High Court agreed with Mr Gachagua’s lawyers, led by Paul Muite, that the issues raised in the six petitions were weighty constitutional matters. The National Assembly had opposed the application on grounds that Mr Gachagua was given more than two hours to give his side of the story. Meanwhile, Justice Chacha Mwita will rule on Tuesday morning on whether the court will block Senate from acting on the resolution of the National Assembly, that is, the impeachment Mr Gachugua.

Jamie about to take a dip in the oceanJamie Dornan has told how he collects rocks shaped like potatoes and has a “love" for sea swimming. It’s a big job with big shoes to fill with the legend that is Kate Moss. “I love what they are trying to do with the ‘This Is My Taste’ (campaign) in celebrating people’s uniqueness and self-expression. “The advert shoot was great fun and I was doing something I loved. He said: “We squeezed it (the Diet Coke advert shoot) into the only two days I had off in a very long shoot, the longest of my career.

IT’S officially pink Diet Coke season. The iconic fizzy drink cans turned pink for the first time ever in October last year. The supermarket has re-released pink Diet Coke for its Tickled Pink campaign for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It’s the same classic Diet Coke (with the same flavour and colourings), so you don’t need to worry about navigating a new taste. Asda Tickled Pink has been running for 28 years and has raised a phenomenal £92 million for breast cancer charities, Breast Cancer Now and CoppaFeel!

Counties are staring at a possible cash crunch after a National Assembly Committee rejected the Senate amendment to the Division of Revenue Bill, 2024 to allocate Sh400 billion as shareable revenue to the 47 devolved units. The committee has proposed that the amount of money allocated to counties as the shareable revenue be retained at Sh380 billion as approved by the National Assembly. Two weeks ago, the Senate overturned the Sh380 billion proposed shareable revenue to the 47 counties. The Division of Revenue Act, 2024 was revised to cut budgetary expenditure following the collapse of the Finance Bill, 2024. The government is currently proceeding with the revenue-raising measures outlined in the 2023/24 financial year following the withdrawal of the Finance Bill, 2024.

Diet Coke is aiming to stir up the passions with its latest brand ambassador – 50 Shades of Grey star Jamie Dornan – with the launch of a new campaign which encourages consumers to take ownership of their own their Diet Coke break moment, however they choose to take it. With a new TV ad set to launch today, the creative reveals Jamie’s love of cold-water swimming, with a cheeky Diet Coke twist. Diet Coke Great Britain marketing manager Tara Byrnes commented: “We’re excited to finally reveal our new This is My Taste campaign, fronted by Jamie Dornan. “The campaign represents an evolution in the iconicity of a Diet Coke break, recognising its importance for our audience, and celebrating it from a brief treat to a moment of passion and pride. Diet Coke ‘Love What You Love’: The Great Escape

ODM has announced it will conduct its grassroots elections in November with a sharp warning against individuals planning to engage in violence. Exiting ODM leader Raila Odinga said the party has to maintain its integrity. “As you are all aware, we will hold our grassroots elections next month. He spoke in Mombasa during a party National Executive Council meeting that ratified the new leadership structure. Nyong’o will be deputised by three deputy party leaders including governors Abduslwamad Nassir (Mombasa), Simba Aarati (Kisii) and Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi.

Are big consumer brands too obsessed by celebs/actors? Diet Coke appears to have moved on from Kate Moss – somehow or other Katie never struck one as a Diet Coke type – to Jamie Dornan, star of 50 Shades of Grey, among much else. Diet Coke marketing manager Tara Byrnes says: “We’re excited to finally reveal our new This is My Taste campaign, fronted by Jamie Dornan. The campaign represents an evolution in the iconicity of a Diet Coke break, recognising its importance for our audience, and celebrating it from a brief treat to a moment of passion and pride. Was there a meddling media agency pushing 20 seconds?