Ruto leads leaders in mourning Mandago's mother
The late Mama Esther JerotichPresident William Ruto has led national leaders in mourning the death of Uasin Gishu Senator Jackson Mandago’s mother, Mama Esther Jerotich, who passed away on Friday, January 30, 2026. Rest in eternal peace, Gogo Esther,” Ruto added. Leaders across the political divide joined the President in extending messages of sympathy to the Mandago family, underscoring Mama Esther’s influence beyond her immediate household. “My condolences to Uasin Gishu Senator Jackson Kiplagat Mandago for losing your mother, Gogo Esther Jerotich. “Sincere condolences to Jackson Mandago, Uasin Gishu County Senator, and his entire family on the passing of his beloved mother, Gogo Esther Tapsiarga Lelei.
Source:The Star
January 31, 2026 08:43 UTC
How to Watch Kalonzo Musyoka’s Live Interview On KDRTV
Wiper Patriotic Front (WPF) leader Kalonzo Musyoka is set to appear for an exclusive live interview on KDRTV on Sunday, February 1, 2026. During the conversation, Kalonzo is expected to outline his 2027 presidential ambitions, weigh in on the current state of the nation, and discuss the United Opposition’s plans for the year ahead. How to WatchViewers can follow up on Kalonzo’s interview live on the KDRTV YouTube page. [https://web.facebook.com/KDRTV]Ensure you Like & Follow KDRTV on Facebook and hit the bell icon to receive push notifications the second we go live so you do not miss a second of the interview. Do not miss out on this great discussion with Kalonzo Musyoka live on KDRTV.
Source:Daily Nation
January 31, 2026 08:24 UTC
ANC is no more so join UDA, Mudavadi urges supporters
Mudavadi emphasized unity and strategic positioning for Western Kenya leaders. Speaking during a Friday interview on Western Kenya radio stations in Kakamega, Mudavadi said the Amani National Congress (ANC) has been dissolved and called on former members and supporters to consolidate under UDA for greater influence. Addressing a recent court ruling that questioned the legality of the merger with UDA, Mudavadi dismissed it as unenforceable. Hiyo tutatafuta tukiwa UDA, tuwe na uzito tukiwa UDA, tuwe na wafuasi wengi tukiwa ndani,” he said, highlighting the need for a strong and coordinated political base. Mudavadi clarified that while UDA recognizes ODM as a political party, no formal resolution has been passed to work with a particular group of ODM leaders.
Source:The Star
January 31, 2026 06:11 UTC
Major FDA Recall: Diet Coke, Nutella, Froot Loops & More Pulled from Shelves
FDA Issues Major Product Recall After Midwest Facility ContaminationThousands of popular products are being pulled from shelves after federal officials uncovered evidence of rodent and bird contamination at a Midwest distribution facility. The recalled items -- which were distributed to stores in Minnesota, North Dakota and Indiana -- span a wide range of grocery items, including Diet Coke, Nutella, Froot Loops, Pringles, Cheerios, Folgers instant coffee, Sour Patch Kids, Fiji Water, Jolly Ranchers and Skittles. The FDA said products stored at the facility may have been exposed to "insanitary conditions," including rodent droppings, rodent urine, and bird waste, as noted in the announcement. These conditions create a significant risk that products held at the facility may have been contaminated with filth and harmful microorganisms." The recall announcement comes amid a slew of other recent recall notices issued by federal regulators.
Source:The Star
January 31, 2026 04:49 UTC
The Legendary Catherine O'Hara Has Passed Away. Here Are The Sweetest Celebrity Reactions.
Legendary actress Catherine O'Hara (Home Alone, Beetlejuice, Schitt's Creek) has passed away at the age of 71. "My heart is broken," one user commented on Brit + Co's Instagram tribute, while another said, "Literally the worst news" and a third added, "One of the best ❤️." Keep reading to see the tributes in honor of Catherine O'Hara, who passed away on January 30, 2026. Home Alone director Chris Columbus told THR, "Today we lost Catherine O’Hara. View this post on Instagram A post shared by @justintheroux Beetlejuice Beetlejuice actor Justin Theroux also shared a tribute of Catherine's actor's chair and a sweet dog, writing, "🕊️Oh Catherine.
Source:The Star
January 31, 2026 03:32 UTC
Ruto unveils Sh44bn development plan for Kisumu, confirms Jamhuri Day event
President William Ruto during the launch of the second phase of the Kanyakwar Affordable housing project in Kisumu. Faith MatetePresident William Ruto during the launch of the second phase of the Kanyakwar Affordable housing project in Kisumu. Faith MateteKenyan President William Ruto on Friday announced a raft of multi-billion shilling development projects for Kisumu County, saying the investments underscore his administration’s pledge to ensure no region is left behind in the country’s development drive. Beyond development projects, Ruto used the address to urge Kenyans to evaluate leaders based on policies, programmes and long-term vision rather than ethnic or tribal loyalties. Ruto reiterated that his government’s development agenda would remain inclusive, saying national projects would be rolled out across the country regardless of political or regional differences.
Source:The Star
January 31, 2026 03:31 UTC
Why public participation is Ruto's achilles heel
Rarieda MP Otiende Amolo addresses journalists at Parliament building, Nairobi. [Elvis Ogina, Standard]Kenyans have on numerous occasions challenged the government's projects or appointments and walked out of courtrooms with orders that have irked the President and his team. One thing however stands out in the orders; public participation. According to the Constitution of Kenya (2010), public participation is a mandatory national value and principle of governance that ensures citizens are involved in policy-making, legislative business and decision-making processes.
Source:Standard Digital
January 31, 2026 03:21 UTC
'Sophisticated' drug gang jailed for 74 years after supplying £1.3m of coke in a month
Chambers, 48, from Cramlington, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to supply cocaine, heroin, ecstasy and cannabis. Emmerson, 48, from Lemington, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to supply cocaine and he was jailed for four years and eight months. Wakenshaw, 40, of from Lemington, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to supply cocaine, possessing a prohibited firearm and producing cannabis. McLaughlin, 50, from Chopwell, was convicted after trial of conspiracy to supply cocaine and he was jailed for seven years. McIver, 27, from Walkerville, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to supply cocaine and he was jailed for six years.
Source:The Star
January 31, 2026 01:44 UTC
Mudavadi announces plan to rescue Kenyans caught in Ukraine war
According to Mudavadi, Nairobi is keen on engaging the Russian government directly to ensure Kenyan citizens do not fall into dangerous traps linked to the conflict. Mudavadi further disclosed that President William Ruto has also held talks with the Ukrainian government, particularly regarding Kenyans who were detained as prisoners of war in Ukraine. Sing’oei said the Kenyans who returned home had approached Kenyan diplomatic missions after finding themselves in difficult circumstances linked to the conflict. “Our policy position is clear, it is not the policy of the Kenyan government that any Kenyan should participate in this war. He added that the government is pursuing two parallel diplomatic tracks: securing the release of Kenyans detained in Ukraine and engaging Russian authorities to prevent further irregular recruitment of Kenyan citizens.
Source:The Star
January 31, 2026 00:44 UTC
Gold scammers haven: How underground syndicate lures foreigners with forged licences and fake vaults
The deal proposed was the purchase of 150 kilogrammes of gold, with an initial transaction of 50 kilogrammes. [Courtesy]When US commodities trader Dave White landed in Nairobi in early December 2025, he believed he was stepping into a legitimate gold deal that would open doors to mineral trade in the country. Instead, within weeks, he would find himself entangled in what detectives now describe as a carefully choreographed fraud that cost him Sh37 million and exposed an underground network of alleged repeat gold scammers operating from a high-end apartment in Kilimani.
Source:Standard Digital
January 31, 2026 00:08 UTC
NTV Kenya: “There is no opposition in Uganda,” Museveni says, blames NUP for vote fraud
“There is no opposition in Uganda,” Museveni says, blames NUP for vote fraudUgandan President Yoweri Museveni has once again alleged that the National Unity Platform (NUP) led by his two-time challenger, Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, printed one million fake votes locally and imported 1.7 million from Dubai in the 2021 General Election. After the last election, we discovered that this NUP group had infiltrated 2.7 million fake votes into the system. One million was printed at Nkrumah Road [inKampala] here, and 1.7 million was printed in Dubai and brought here. So, that’s why I have been insisting on Biometric Verification Voter Machines. The President ordered formal inquiries into the technical breakdowns to determine whether the delays were accidental or a result of mismanagement.
Source:Daily Nation
January 30, 2026 21:51 UTC
Idah Odinga: Raila's wish to be buried within 72 hours caught us by surprise
Azimio leader Raila Odinga and his wife Ida Odinga dance at a Nairobi hotel on the night of Saturday,August 24,2024 during celebrations to mark his wife`s 74th birthday. [Collins Kweyu,Standard]The widow of the late Raila Odinga, Mama Idah Odinga, has revealed that his request to be buried within 72 hours of his death caught the family by surprise. It came to us as a surprise, and with it came another surprise that he had asked to be buried within 72 hours. The development comes shortly after President Ruto, on Friday, January 23, nominated Mama Ida Odinga as Kenya’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). The nomination comes months after the passing of her husband, former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, and now awaits consideration and approval by Parliament, in line with the constitution.
Source:Standard Digital
January 30, 2026 20:15 UTC
Cheerios, Coke, Peanut Butter and More Recalled in Three States for Exposure to Rodent Waste
That means using the recalled products may cause temporary or medically reversible health effects, while the risk of serious illness is considered remote. What stores sold the recalled products? Instead, the agency has published a 44-page list of recalled products, including brand names and UPC codes, which you can use to check items at home. How do I know if I have a recalled product? If you have any of the recalled products at home, don’t eat them or use them.
Source:The Star
January 30, 2026 19:54 UTC
Senator Jackson Mandago loses mother
Uasin Gishu Senator Jackson Mandago has lost his mother, Mama Esther Lelei. “My heart goes out to my brother, Senator Jackson Mandago, and the entire family following the painful loss of your beloved mother, Mama Esther Tapsiarga Lelei,” Rutto said. “We stand with Senator Mandago and his family during this difficult time. Nandi Governor Stephen Sang also mourned the passing of Mandago’s mother and wished the family God’s strength to bear the loss. “We are saddened by the death and stand with Mandago’s family during this difficult time,” Sang said.
Source:The Star
January 30, 2026 18:00 UTC