In a relatively slow day for corporate news, Transaction Capital's shareholders overwhelmingly approved the unbundling of WeBuyCars. In international news, telecoms giant Vodafone has agreed to sell its Italian unit for more than R163 billion. Shareholders of Transaction Capital have approved the unbundling of WeBuyCars. MC Mining was unchanged after the announcement but has risen almost 12% so far this year. MC Mining was up about 5% in afternoon trade and has gained almost 18% so far this year.

Editor's Review The attack came a day after CS Kuria accused the journalist of forging a story about Jacque Maribe's appointment into government. A journalist attached to the Nation Media Group (NMG) was reportedly attacked on Friday, March 15. Mwangi Muiruri revealed the appointment of former Citizen TV journalist Jacque Maribe to the Public Service Ministry under CS Moses Kuria. The controversy about Jacque Maribe's appointment was sparked by the Public Service Commission (PSC) which denied her recruitment. Muchiri further clarified that he had not received a request to appoint Maribe as widely reported.

Local musician Stevo Simple Boy has revealed that he was stressed which caused him to collapse on Friday on Live Tv. "Meneja Rudi tupige kazi nimeishiwa Nguvu watu wasitukosanishe stress inanipiga mpaka naanguka kwa stage Niki perform mnatakuniaribia mpaka manager . Stevo Simple Boy collapsed on Friday during a live appearance on Citizen TV's popular entertainment show, "10 Over 10,". After a brief but tense moment, it was reported that Stevo Simple Boy had regained consciousness and was in stable condition. Stevo Simple Boy contacted the show host via phone call, reassuring her and his concerned fans that he was doing well, saying, "Right now, I am okay."

Blinken took part early this week in an emergency meeting on Haiti in Jamaica, led by the regional trade group CARICOM. It was during that meeting that the Transitional Presidential Council, consisting of seven voting members and two nonvoting observers, was agreed to. Under the agreement, Blinken said, the council would appoint an interim prime minister and, together with the interim leader, appoint an inclusive council of ministers, including a national security council and a commission that would oversee new elections. He said it was moving forward but would not be in place until the transitional council was set up. On Thursday, gang alliance leader Jimmy “Barbecue” Cherizier threatened the politicians who are to take part in the transitional council.

Tension mounted in a village in Samburu County on Friday evening after gunmen believed to be bandits shot and killed two people in a botched raid. The woman had suffered bullet wounds in the abdomen, while the man had wounds in the chest, hip, and leg. The area is among those under siege from gunmen who are on an attack mode hence affecting developments at large. "We have buried 74 people including an elected Member of the County Assembly who were killed by the bandits," said Naisula Lessuda, the Samburu West MP. Samburu North MP Letipita Eli told the Committee that 2,500 people have been displaced following unending attacks by bandits.

Foreign Affairs Principal Korir Sing'oei has dismissed the allegations by the Russian Ministry of Defence alleging that five Kenyans were fighting against its soldiers in Ukraine. President Volodymyr Zelensky speaking with Ukrainian soldiers in Bakhmut, Ukraine. The Federation alleged that 13,387 foreign soldiers had relocated to Ukraine since February 2024 to aid in the fight against Russia. According to the Federation, Kenya is the only East African Country that had the presence of soldiers in the conflict that has been ongoing for several years. 14 South African soldiers were allegedly killed from a group of 35 while Guinea and Senegal reportedly recorded four fatalities each.

He said either Ms Willis or Mr Wade should leave the case to resolve that. Mr Trump and the 18 others are being prosecuted in Georgia for conspiracy to overturn the state's 2020 election results - which they deny. Mr Trump and his co-defendants could appeal the judge's ruling and further delay the proceedings. Ms Jones characterised the judge's decision as effectively a win-win for both Ms Willis and Mr Trump. Separately earlier this week, Judge McAfee threw out some of the criminal charges against Mr Trump and the other defendants.

That is why Kenya must think very carefully before sending 1,000 police officers to dance with death in Haiti. The first democratically elected President, Jean-Bertrand Aristide, was captured by Western powers. America, Canada, and other Western powers have distinct commercial interests in Haiti. But Kenya is willing to use its naked paws to remove American nuts for them from the blazing fires of Haiti. From the Congress of Vienna and Concert of Europe in 1814 to the Treaty of Versailles in 1919, on to the UN Charter in 1945, the international system is about self-interest.

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Nation Media Group correspondent Mwangi Muiruri was on Friday morning, March 15, accosted and attacked by armed men along Makutano Junction at the Nairobi-Nyeri-Embu road intersection. Reports indicated that three armed men intercepted him using a Mazda Demio and demanded he keys in his security PIN on his phone before seizing it and Ksh2,000 cash. Muiruri was accosted by three armed men dressed in navy blue suits at 5:30 am along Makutano junction, according to his account to the press. Police officers attached to the station have since launched investigations to unravel what happened and bring the culprits to book. "Contrary to reports by the Nation, I have never been interviewed by the media House nor made any comment nor announcement about Jacque Maribe," CS Kuria noted.

Africa boasts a population of over a billion people and holds 60 per cent of the world’s arable land. Africa’s contribution to global trade remains disproportionately low, accounting for less than 10 per cent of total trade. While the global coffee trade generates a staggering US$450 billion, the coffee producers worldwide only capture a fraction, a mere US$25 billion. Similarly, African nations have the potential to wield considerable influence by banding together to leverage their collective resources and negotiate favourable terms in the global market. By harnessing the collective strength of its people and resources, Africa can overcome its challenges and emerge as a formidable force on the global stage.

The Bill was passed after Kenya Kwanza senators prevailed over their Azimio counterparts and rejected several amendments aimed at providing relief to Kenyans. The opposition senators, led by Okong’o Omogeni (Nyamira), described the Bill as unconstitutional, objecting to the mandatory 1.5% housing tax for all Kenyans. However, Kenya First senators, led by Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot, approved minor amendments proposed by Senate Transport Committee Chairman Karongo Wa Thang’wa and other members. The Affordable Housing Bill of 2023 aims to legalise the collection of a 1.5% monthly housing tax for self-employed Kenyans and those in the informal sector. Monda’s troubles began soon after Osoro led a team of anti-Arati politicians to the DG’s home in Keumbu.

Shell on Thursday watered down key targets on cutting carbon emissions, sparking anger from climate campaigners. UK oil and gas giant Shell on Thursday watered down key targets on cutting carbon emissions, sparking anger from climate campaigners, but kept its pledge for net zero by 2050. Shell said it had diluted climate targets, including on "net carbon intensity", a measurement of emissions produced by each unit of energy sold by Shell. The group said net carbon intensity would be cut 15-20% by 2030 compared to 2016 levels. "Shell backtracks on climate targets," said environmental activist shareholders' group Follow This.

At the time of Monica’s tragic death, Jowie was engaged to Maribe, adding another layer of intrigue to an already sensational case. Around 8pm, Jowie left the joint and headed to Lenana Road, from where he took a taxi to Monica’s residence where he used a stolen national ID card for access. Inside Monica’s residence, another witness identified Jowie as the last person seen with Monica before her tragic demise. According to this witness, Jowie and another individual named Walid were with Monica upon her return from South Sudan. Even attempts to rehabilitate his public image through music and expressions of faith were met with skepticism, as the weight of Monica’s murder hung heavy over his every move.

Jubilee Secretary General Jeremiah Kioni has claimed that Raila Odinga will indeed contest the presidency in 2027, even if he secures the African Union Commission (AUC) chairperson position. He acknowledged that recent meetings between Odinga, President William Ruto, and Ugandan President Museveni have caused further divisions within the Azimio coalition. He, along with Martha Karua, the leader of the Narc Kenya party, pledged to continue advocating for the interests of the Mount Kenya region within the opposition. Warning against potential marginalization of the Mount Kenya region, Kioni stressed the importance of unity and collective voice in national politics to safeguard the region's relevance and prosperity. Kioni reiterated that Odinga's pursuit of the AUC chairmanship is primarily a strategic move to bide time until the 2027 presidential contest.