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From critic to Ruto's fold: Wamuchomba's long political odyssey
Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba. [File, Standard]Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba rose rapidly to become one of the most popular figures in the Mt Kenya region. Her outspoken voice captured the deep frustrations of locals who felt betrayed by President William Ruto’s administration, accusing it of broken promises and displaying arrogance through its Cabinet Secretaries. Famous for her sharp tongue, Wamuchomba shot into the national spotlight within a year of Kenya Kwanza’s ascent to power in 2022. She emerged as the sole, unrelenting critic of President Ruto in Mt Kenya, fearlessly accusing him of neglecting development in the region while favouring other areas.
Source:Standard Digital
March 14, 2026 21:04 UTC
Iran war supercharges secretive Korean tycoon’s big tanker bet
WEST ASIA (Bloomberg): As the war in Iran wreaks chaos across global energy markets, one enigmatic Korean tycoon has seen his earnings soar. For months, Ga-Hyun Chung has been buying up vast quantities of oil tankers - a bet of unprecedented scale that shook the global shipping market even before the conflict started. His move to buy up a significant share of the global tanker fleet in recent months shocked old hands of the shipping market. In 2024, the company sent oil tanker rates surging after it made a rush of bookings that left others in the business nonplussed. By March 2, after the start of the conflict left Hormuz frozen and Middle Eastern energy supplies choked off from the rest of the world, tanker rates soared further.
Source:The Star
March 14, 2026 20:24 UTC
Captain George Were laid to rest in Kisumu as Ruto hails his service and dedication
The late Col(Rtd) Captain George has been laid to rest in Nyakach Costituency, Kisumu County. President William Ruto expressed condolences to the family of retired Lieutenant Colonel George Were, describing him as an outstanding aviator and a patriotic Kenyan who served the country with distinction. In the message, Ruto said the country was mourning a decorated aviator whose service left a lasting mark on Kenya’s aviation and military community. “We join the family, friends, and the aviation fraternity and the people of Nyakatch, Kadianga in Kisumu County to bid farewell to retired Lieutenant Colonel George S.O. “Lieutenant Colonel Were lived a life defined by discipline, courage, and dedication to duty.
Source:Daily Nation
March 14, 2026 19:45 UTC
Why is Britain’s Got Talent not on tonight? ITV schedule shake-up as sporting showpiece returns
BRITAIN’S Got Talent fans could find themselves reaching for the remote tonight — and it is nothing to do with the acts performing. The nation’s favourite talent show is taking a week off, making way for another competition that’s even more fiercely fought. AdvertisementWhy is Britain’s Got Talent not on tonight? Britain’s Got Talent will not air in its usual prime-time slot tonight – Saturday, March 14 – because ITV is broadcasting live coverage of the final weekend of the Six Nations 2026. The title is still very much up for grabs heading into the final round, with Ireland, Scotland and France all in contention.
Source:Daily Nation
March 14, 2026 19:40 UTC
DJ Pinye: Inside Iconic Entertainer’s Childhood Home
DJ Pinye gave fans a glimpse of his childhood home. Photo: DJ Pinye. During an interview on KTN, the veteran DJ walked viewers through the house where he spent part of his childhood. Inside DJ Pinye’s childhood homeThe house features simple but striking decor, with white walls and red couches dominating the living room area. One of the most unique parts of the house was the DJ studio, which had been created from what used to be his parents’ bedroom.
Source:The Star
March 14, 2026 19:38 UTC
Trump urges UK and other nations to send ships to help secure Strait of Hormuz after Iranian attacks
US President Donald Trump/FILEUS President Donald Trump calls on the UK and other nations to join the US in sending ships to help secure the Strait of Hormuz - here's more on the key oil shipping channel. In a post on Truth Social, the US president says despite "Iran's attempted closure" of the passage, "one way or the other, we will soon get the Hormuz Strait OPEN, SAFE, and FREE!" Earlier, Trump said military targets on Iran's key oil island, Kharg, have been "totally obliterated" - our security correspondent writes the move is like going for Iran's economic jugular vein. Trump says US will open Strait of Hormuz 'one way or the other'Donald Trump says that "one way or the other, we will soon get the Hormuz Strait OPEN, SAFE, and FREE!" He adds that many countries will be sending war ships to keep the key shipping channel "open and safe".
Source:The Star
March 14, 2026 19:30 UTC
Strikes continue as war enters third week - here's what you need to know
On Saturday, Trump said "one way or the other, we will soon get the Hormuz Strait OPEN, SAFE, and FREE!" Strikes continue:There have been several instances of strikes launched between Israel and Iran throughout Saturday. As a reminder: Trump posted on Truth Social earlier, saying he wanted allies - including the UK - to help keep the shipping channel "open and safe". Iran has been threatening certain ships passing through the region, leading to a standstill. Here's why the strait is important.
Source:The Star
March 14, 2026 19:04 UTC
Securing Energy Arteries: The New Guard of Pipeline Integrity
In the high-stakes theater of global energy infrastructure, the most formidable enemy is rarely human sabotage or geopolitical volatility—it is rust. The Invisible War Against Pipeline DecayPipeline integrity management is the unsung frontline of modern economic development. Pipeline 'pigging'—a term derived from the Pig (Pipeline Inspection Gauge) device—is the industry-standard method for ensuring safety. In Kenya, the demand for specialized integrity engineers is rising as the country seeks to extend its pipeline reach and optimize current assets. A regional certification standard for pipeline integrity—modeled on similar local content frameworks—would allow for the cross-pollination of talent.
Source:Daily Nation
March 14, 2026 17:38 UTC
Ruto Reappoints Brown Ondengo to KCAA in 29 Fresh Appointments to Govt
President William Ruto, together with several Cabinet Secretaries have made a series of appointments to the government spanning across key government agencies and departments. Leading the appointments announced on Friday via a gazette notice, the Head of State reappointed Brown Ondego as the Non-Executive Chairperson of the Board of Directors of the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) for another three-year term. Ruto also reappointed Professor Raphael Munavu as the Non-Executive Chairperson of the Board of the Konza Technopolis Development Authority, the agency overseeing the country’s flagship smart city project. In the tourism sector, at the Kenya Tourism Board (KTB), Francis Gichaba also secured another term as the Non-Executive Chairperson, as the government continues efforts to strengthen tourism marketing. Elsewhere, Ruto also renewed the appointments of several members to the LAPSSET Corridor Development Authority board, including Anwar Oloitiptip, Shadrack Tulon, Abdikahiya Maalim, Nasra Ibrahim Ibren, and Jeremiah Apalia Lomari.
Source:Daily Nation
March 14, 2026 16:44 UTC
Kalonzo and Gachagua plot ‘Kibaki-style win’ strategy
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Source:The Star
March 14, 2026 15:32 UTC
I drank 8 bottles of wine a day & ended up £40k in debt snorting coke while my kids slept, this is what made me get help
I cook wholesome family meals and take my three kids, aged 11, eight and eight months, on exciting day trips. I joined colleagues for liquid lunches and took cocaine in the loos. I’d put my daughter to bed before drinking countless bottles of wine and sniffing cocaine alone until the early hours. Binging every few nights was my reward, but my partner didn’t see it that way. Binging every few nights was my reward, but my partner didn’t see it that way.
Source:The Star
March 14, 2026 15:29 UTC
Judiciary clarifies early delivery of Court of Appeal ruling on Ruto’s advisors
Judiciary Spokesperson Paul Ndemo/ JUDICIARY XThe Judiciary has clarified the circumstances surrounding the early delivery of the Court of Appeal ruling, which relates to the stay of execution of the High Court judgment that had declared the appointment of Presidential Advisors unconstitutional. According to a statement issued by the Judiciary, the Court of Appeal had heard the Attorney General’s application for a stay of the High Court ruling on February 23, 2026. Ndemo further explained that on March 12, 2026, the Registrar of the Court of Appeal emailed a Notice of Delivery of Ruling to counsel representing all parties in the case. The early delivery of the ruling had prompted the Katiba Institute to post a statement on social media expressing surprise at the decision. The statement described the development as “a shock” and noted that they had yet to receive a copy of the ruling directly from the Court of Appeal.
Source:The Star
March 14, 2026 15:19 UTC
Why has the US targeted Iran's Kharg Island?
Trump, however, warned that he would reconsider the decision not to target oil facilities on the island should Iran or others "do anything to interfere" with the safe passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz - one of the world's most important shipping channels, located south of Iran's coast.
Source:The Star
March 14, 2026 15:19 UTC
Dead body of man found in wheelie bin in park
"I urgently want to hear from anyone who believes they may have hit someone in their car yesterday, or who has noticed a change in behaviour from someone they know who drives, or who has noticed damage to a vehicle.
Source:The Star
March 14, 2026 15:19 UTC