Uhuru is the undisputed Mt Kenya kingpin and wields immense influence in the vote-rich region. Whoever gets the former President’s support gains control of Mt Kenya, boosting their chances of ascending to the highest office in the land. According to Saboti MP Caleb Amisi, there are all indications that Mt Kenya will have a candidate to face Ruto - even if this is not Gachagua. To endear himself to Mt Kenya, Kalonzo was unequivocal his Wiper Party would not support the impeachment of Gachagua. In the past, the Wiper boss has spoken of plans to work with the region’s leaders including Gachagua and Uhuru.

At least 200 staffers have been caught in the crackdown on holders of fake academic papers in Parliament, it has emerged. Among the officers already caught in the fake academic scam include top directors and deputy directors. The President said state employees with fake papers are earning money through false pretenses and must resign and pay back the money. In October 2022, the Public Service Commission wrote to heads of state agencies to verify the academic papers held by their staff. In 2021, the Kenya National Qualifications Authority, the state agency involved in vetting academic certificates, announced that nearly 250,000 civil servants possessed fake certificates.

A new situational analysis report on teen pregnancies in Kenya has shown that the topmost perpetrators of the outcome are boyfriends. According to the report, a survey carried out established that boyfriends in school represented 29.1 per cent of the perpetrators. Boda boda riders are also among the culprits in the tragedy of teen pregnancies representing 9.9 per cent, while campus boyfriends are 7.1 per cent of the perpetrators. The least of the persons responsible for teenage pregnancies were strangers (4.3 per cent) and older adults (termed as sponsors, including teachers, policemen, pastors and priests) were associated with 5.7 per cent of teenage pregnancies. The report recommended that from the findings, interventions targeting boys in primary and secondary schools can be fruitful in reducing incidences of teenage pregnancies.

In a statement regarding the lawsuit, Los Angeles County supervisor Lindsey Horvath pointedly accused each company of not acting in good faith. “Coke and Pepsi need to stop the deception and take responsibility for the plastic pollution problems your products are causing,” Horvath said. As of 2024, Coke owns beverage brands such as Dasani, Fanta, Sprite, Vitamin Water, and Smartwater. Over the last five years, the two beverage companies have been ranked as the world’s top plastic polluters, with Coke continuously owning the top spot. William Dermody, the vice president for media and public affairs for the American Beverage Association, whose members include Coke and Pepsi, denied that beverage companies purposefully mislead the public.

Something went wrong, please try again later. Invalid email Something went wrong, please try again later. Sign up for the Hot Topics newsletter for hot style and sex tipsSomething went wrong, please try again later. Sign up for the Hot Topics newsletter for hot style and sex tipsA former inmate who worked in a jail salon with Becky Watt’s killer Shauna Hoare revealed what she was really like. “But there was something about her that I just wasn’t quite sure of.

Yet his performances on the pitch are only half of what makes him a soccer icon, because not only did he play with the GOAT, he also, well, played with a goat. It has widely been reported that the Brazilian winger, who would have turned 91 last week, lost his virginity to a goat at the age of 12. Perhaps the South American sports writer Eduardo Galeano shouldn't have once said the footballer could control a football like "a tamed animal". Speaking about his Brazilian teammate back in 2018, the late Pele said: "I never played with or against anyone better than Garrincha. As the famed Uruguayan writer Galeano once said: "In the entire history of football no one made more people happy.

Former Deputy President Rigathi GachaguaAfter successfully kicking out Rigathi Gachagua as deputy president, President William Ruto’s Mt Kenya allies are planning a major comeback. The President’s allies from the vast Mt Kenya region are reportedly planning regional tours couched as development meetings to salvage their fortunes following Gachagua’s ouster. With hostility growing across the Mt Kenya region, the politicians who are allied to Ruto are now planning aggressive regional tours to shore up their influence. The plan will also culminate with Deputy President Kithure Kindiki’s homecoming later this year which President Ruto will reportedly attend. The Bill triggered massive protests led by Gen Z, forcing President Ruto to withdraw the Bill and rescind tax measures.

The binary star system in the constellation Corona Borealis -- "northern crown" -- is normally too dim to see with the naked eye. - The white dwarf and red giant -There are only around 10 recurring novas in the Milky Way and surrounding galaxies, Starrfield explained. Their size disparity is so huge that it takes T Coronae Borealis's white dwarf 227 days to orbit its red giant, Starrfield said. The two are so close that matter being ejected by the red giant collects near the surface of the white dwarf. "You simply have to go out and look in the direction of the Corona Borealis," Krautter said.

Amid a massive lineup of shows, Star Plus is all set to introduce an intriguing and interesting new show for the audience titled Deewaniyat, which promises to keep fans engaged with its compelling story. Deewaniyat: Makers drop intriguing promo of the Star Plus Show; Vijayendra Kumeria marks his return to television as an ‘arrogant brat’Recently, the makers of the show Deewaniyat released the first intriguing promo, which commences with both families celebrating the festival of Diwali in the past, but due to unforeseen circumstances, the Malik's and Chaudhary's become friends turned foes. The promo then shifts to the occasion of present Diwali, where Jeet and Mannat aspire to build a life together despite their family rivalry. As of now, the Malik's, Chaudhary's, and Dev are clueless about the brewing love between Jeet and Mannat. Produced by Cockcrow & Shaika Entertainment, Deewaniyat will air on Star Plus from November 11 at 6 pm.

Something went wrong, please try again later. Invalid email Something went wrong, please try again later. Darts legend Phil Taylor is gearing up for a return to the sport - but he won't be playing. On November 8 and 9, the World Senior Darts Tour is set to hit Washington in the North East, with Taylor taking on media duties for the weekend as a commentator. "The North East people are salt of the earth, aren't they?

In the case before Milimani Anti-Corruption Chief Magistrate Ondieki, 14 out of the 15 listed witnesses have already testified with only the EACC Investigating Officer remaining. In his Application to withdraw the case, the DPP cited a request from the accused person to review the decision to charge him. In its court papers, EACC states that its investigations established that the accused person forged certificates. Upon inquiry from the University, EACC however established that the certificate was forged and the accused was never a student at the University. EACC further argued that using the forged academic certificates, the accused person fraudulently secured employment in the public service and earned salaries totalling Sh9,790,694 from three public institutions.

President William Ruto gives an address during celebrations to commemorate 12 years since the establishment of the Supreme Court in an event held the Supreme Court Building, Nairobi. President William Ruto has told the Judiciary to be on the look-out for individuals and groups whose goal is to advance sectarian agendas. He said the Judiciary has a role to play in curbing politics of personality, ethnicity, and populism. Ruto said this could be achieved if the mandate of the elected government and the manifesto endorsed by Kenyans are given high regard. Ruto made the remarks during the official opening of the Supreme Court of Kenya at 12 Conference at the Supreme Court grounds in Nairobi.

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Post Gachagua ouster: What Mt Kenya leaders have saidFollowing the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, Mount Kenya leaders have shared diverse reactions. Murang’a Senator Joe Nyutu hinted at a “comeback plan” suggesting that local leaders might rally in support of Gachagua, potentially as part of a strategic bid to win voter favor. Meanwhile, Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga expressed acceptance, emphasizing unity with President Ruto while urging leaders to focus on peace and progress. Tharaka Nithi Governor Muthomi Njuki highlighted the need for Mount Kenya leaders to revisit unity and support the government, stressing adaptation to current changes. The leaders' statements reflect both calls for resilience and appeals for regional solidarity.

The economy, jobs, abortion and illegal immigrants have formed the most part of the election that many people are watching from across the world. Many countries that bank on the US for support are keener on who becomes President in the November 5, 2024, elections. During the visit, a lot of issues in terms of country-to-country relations, and development among others were agreed including getting Kenya designated as a Non-NATO ally. “We are in the middle of the storm but I think the consequences are only marginal in the short run and that's important to remember. He added that if anything the Kenyan election had more consequences on the US compared to their elections.