We want to see more governors jailed over graft - Kalonzo
Wiper Party leader, Kalonzo Musyoka has lauded President Uhuru Kenyatta for his fight against corruption adding Kenyans want to see more Governors go to jail over graft charges. Musyoka who spoke on Saturday at Maseki village in Kyuso sub-county, Kitui during the burial of Rose Kairu Nzoka said devolution has created 47 billionaires at the expense of locals. “We want to see a difference in how funds allocated to counties are managed thus corrupt governors should be investigated, arrested and charged,” said Kalonzo. The Wiper party leader said the 47 counties created have since manufactured 47 billionaires while most locals have not experienced the feel of devolution. Lauding senators for coming up with a revenue division formula and with Kitui county getting additional Sh1.5 billion shillings, Kalonzo said the money should be well managed to benefit locals.
Source:The Star
September 20, 2020 09:11 UTC
Stop reminding us of political debts, we owe no one - CS Munya
Agriculture CS Peter Munya has told politicians to stop reminding Mt Kenya voters of political debts saying the region owes no debt to anyone. Munya told politicians to instead focus on politics that will help better the lives of Kenyans. “Do not give us stories of owing anyone political debts. He said no political position has been set aside for any particular person adding that no political seat will be given to anyone by force. He said those who want political positions in 2022 should humble themselves before Kenyans and ask for their votes humbly instead of using intimidations.
Source:The Star
September 20, 2020 08:15 UTC
Kalenjin elders prepare to publicly crown Ruto as community spokesman, leader
However, the elders who carried out the handover said it was very significant within the Kalenjin community. The instruments will be displayed on October 9 to the Kalenjin community at yet another major event. At that time, the entire Kalenjin community will be informed about the return of the instruments. Among the Kalenjin, the Talai elders usually start the process of crowning the Kalenjin community leader and spokesman. With the return of the instruments given to Moi, a major ceremony is expected in which Ruto will be declared the Kalenjin leader and spokesman.
Source:The Star
September 20, 2020 07:41 UTC
BBI must be implemented by any means - even if we look the other way
The last conference resulted in an agreement on a constitutional framework of an independent Kenya, ending more than 70 years of colonial rule. A question that often comes up is, are we better off as independent countries than we were during the colonial rule? Many of the social and economic ills that bedevil the country can be traced back to the country’s independence constitution. For example, constitutions for countries such as the UK or the US make it virtually impossible to amend. Given this, and given the fact that BBI is good for the country, the government must have it passed by any means, and even good people will look the other way if the means were less than something to write home about.
Source:The Star
September 20, 2020 07:30 UTC
Julie Gicuru mistaken for teenager after posing in makeup-free photo
The former TV presenter wears her age like a crown and always lets off the vibe of a woman in her early or mid-20s. Celebrities like Emmy Kosgei marvelled over how Julie aged like fine wine and praised her ever vivacious aura. The former TV presenter said her heart nearly burst out of her chest while she was chilling with her daughter. So, Julie signalled at none other than millionaire Hollywood actress Salma Hayek who looks too good for a woman in her 50s. To Julie’s surprise, her daughter thought the Wild Wild West star was none other than her mum.
Source:The Star
September 20, 2020 07:30 UTC
Ethiopia files terrorism charges against opposition leaders
The attorney general's office announced charges against 24 suspects in a Facebook post Saturday. Jawar's lawyer, Tuli Bayyisa, told AFP Saturday that he had not been informed of the charges but dismissed them as baseless. "No single witness has consistently spoken about any crime... by either Mr Jawar or Mr Bekele," he said. And last October scores were killed after Jawar accused security forces of trying to orchestrate an attack against him. Jawar and Bekele, both members of the opposition Oromo Federalist Congress, are expected to appear in court Monday.
Source:Standard Digital
September 20, 2020 07:30 UTC
Make an impact in seven steps
Major roads are named after freedom fighters; people who somehow made an impact on the development of the country. Not all of us will receive state commendations for doing what we do best, but we can still make an impressive impact at our places of work. Becoming a person of value simply means that you show usefulness in the workplace. Get people on boardIn order to make a considerable impact, you need all the support you can get. Welcome competitionWhen you want to make an impact, do not be afraid of competition.
Source:Standard Digital
September 20, 2020 07:01 UTC
Alicia Keys reveals music saved her from 'path of prostitution and drug addiction'
Alicia Keys has reflected on the life she could have had if she hadn't discovered music (Image: Rob Latour/REX)Alicia Keys has suggested she would have had a bleak existence if she had not become a musician. The 39-year-old multi-award winning singer burst onto the music scene with her American chart topping single Fallin’ back in 2001. Reflecting on her career as she released her latest album, titled Alicia, the Grammy award winning star reflected on what could have been. That’s why I’ve always been such a tomboy.”Meanwhile, in another interview, the star reflected on working with a fellow singer in the early 2000s. Isn’t that crazy?”Alicia instead penned the song Impossible for Christina – which featured on the 2002 album, Stripped.
Source:Standard Digital
September 20, 2020 06:56 UTC
Ingredient of the week: Chocolate Mint
Chocolate mint grows very fast (Photo: Shutterstock)If you have a damp wet spot in your garden or compound, you can grow chocolate mint as it does will on such grounds. Chocolate mint is a herb that grows well in a cool temperate, with sun and shade. To make your tea, steep some chocolate mint leaves into boiling water for five minutes. When done boiling, you can add some milk or chocolate milk to enhance the flavour. Said to repel fleas, mosquitoes, flies, rats, and ants, chocolate mint (and other mint types) are a permanent fixture in my compound and kitchen garden.
Source:Standard Digital
September 20, 2020 06:33 UTC
Who will succeed Ginsburg on the US Supreme Court?
Here are some names considered among the favorites:Amy Coney Barrett, a defender of religious rightsThe 48-year-old Barrett, who is currently a federal appeals court judge based in Chicago, would be the only conservative woman on the Supreme Court. She was a law clerk to Justice Antonin Scalia, a conservative pillar of the Supreme Court until his death in February 2016. Barbara Lagoa, a Latina judgeA Cuban-American from Miami, Lagoa was the first Hispanic woman appointed to the Supreme Court of Florida, a swing state that could prove crucial to the outcome of the November 3 presidential election. Thomas Hardiman, a fierce pro-gun advocateA federal appeals court judge in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Hardiman has drawn attention by arguing, among other things, that the First Amendment to the US Constitution would not authorize citizens to film police officers. She also clerked for Justice Scalia and taught law at the University of Michigan before her nomination to that state's supreme court.
Source:Standard Digital
September 20, 2020 06:11 UTC
Belarus great-grandmother protest star defies police
Nina Baginskaya was briefly detained on Saturday. [AFP]At 73, Nina Baginskaya is one of Belarus's most prominent veteran activists, facing regular detention by police as she marches in support of the opposition. Parading through the streets of the capital Minsk carrying the opposition's white-and-red flag, Baginskaya has become one of the protest movement's most famous symbols. His security forces have detained thousands of protesters, many of whom have accused police of beatings and torture. The Belarusian opposition has traditionally called for greater use of the national language in order to create a stronger sense of identity.
Source:Standard Digital
September 20, 2020 06:11 UTC
Why Ruto, Oburu are wrong about 'deep state’s' role in 2022 elections
Ruto and Oburu seem not to have a full and clear picture of what constitutes the 'deep state' or the system. The 'deep state' is believed to be a clandestine network entrenched inside the government, bureaucracy, intelligence agencies and other governmental entities. The origins of the term 'deep state' are from the secretive Turkish network known as derin devlet. Ruto may have the benefit of what he considers government network experience but his experience with the 'deep state' may only be skin deep. Kenyans should, therefore, not be deluded that Ruto is capable of defeating the 'deep state' because it can never come out to fight him.
Source:The Star
September 20, 2020 06:11 UTC
Before you join a ‘chama’, keep these in mind
Savings groups are gaining momentum fast and their popularity is growing, especially among women - where they are popularly known as chamas. However, not all savings groups are right for you, and neither can all be trusted. Also, if you have been invited to join a group, do your research first before committing yourself or your money to the savings group. If you plan to join a group you do not know, ensure it is registered. The best part about registering your savings group is safety, in that the account will have more than one signatory.
Source:Standard Digital
September 20, 2020 06:00 UTC
Explainer: U.S. says U.N. sanctions on Iran have now been reimposed. What does that mean?
The Security Council imposed an arms embargo on Iran in 2007. What does this mean for the 2015 nuclear deal? Britain, France and Germany told the U.N. Security Council on Friday that U.N. sanctions relief for Iran would continue beyond Sept. 20. The United States submitted a complaint about Iran breaching the nuclear deal to the Security Council last month. Under the sanctions snapback process if a Security Council resolution to extend sanctions relief on Iran is not adopted within the 30 days, then U.N. sanctions are supposed to be reimposed.
Source:Standard Digital
September 20, 2020 06:00 UTC
EU seeks new powers to penalise tech giants: FT
The European Union wants to arm itself with new powers to penalize big technology companies, the Financial Times reported on Sunday. The proposed plan includes forcing tech giants to break up or sell some of their European operations if their market dominance is deemed to threaten the interests of customers and smaller rivals, the newspaper said. EU Internal Market Commissioner Thierry Breton, in an interview with the FT, said the proposed remedies, which would only be used in extreme circumstances, also include the ability to exclude large tech groups from the single market altogether.
Source:Standard Digital
September 20, 2020 05:41 UTC