Nyali Member of Parliament (MP) Mohammed Ali has declared that leadership in Mombasa will no longer be the preserve of a few individuals. In a statement on August 17, 2025,   the MP insisted that the county’s future must be anchored on diversity and service rather than lineage or birth. “The truth hurts, especially when you have been busy dividing instead of delivering,” Ali said, aiming at leaders who, he claimed, thrive on exclusion and identity politics. “Every resident in Mombasa knows the beauty of our diversity in religion, race, and ethnicity. It is the core of our shared values and principles – and that is why leaders must refrain from sidelining those who appreciate and represent this diversity,” he added. He emphasised that Mombasa’s strength lies in its blend of religion, race, and ethnicity, values that should unite rather than divide. “You Don’t Have to Be Born Here to Lead Here. Those you call “ wabara” can equally serve Mombasa, and if you can serve Mombasa, you...

When Ryan Wesley Ogam struck in the 75th minute against Zambia on Sunday, August 17, 2025, he not only helped secure Harambee Stars’ place at the top of Group A in the African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024 but also announced himself as Kenya’s new football hero. The 20-year-old forward has been at the heart of Kenya’s fairytale run, scoring against Zambia but also delivering the lone goal in Harambee Stars’ famous 1-0 win over Morocco earlier in the group stage. From midfield to striker Born in Nairobi on December 21, 2004, Ogam’s rise has been anything but ordinary. Initially recruited by Tusker FC as a defensive midfielder, coaches soon noticed his sharp eye for goal. The switch paid off instantly, he bagged 15 goals in just 17 league appearances for the Brewers in the 2024 FKF Premier League, a tally that made him one of the most lethal finishers in the country. “He is a natural finisher with great movement,” national team head coach Benni McCarthy said ahead of the tournament. “...

Kenya Power has announced planned power maintenance that will affect parts of five counties on Monday, August 18, 2025. The move is aimed at carrying out   essential upgrades  and repairs to the electricity network to ensure improved reliability for consumers. In Nairobi County, the blackout will affect parts of Kitsuru from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm. Areas expected to experience power outages include Kinanda Road, ISK, Kirawa Road, Manga Garden, Kitsuru Forward, Tate Close, Serenity Spa, Mitini Estate, Ngecha Estate, Lake View Estate, and neighbouring customers. Residents have been advised to plan accordingly, particularly businesses and institutions that rely heavily on electricity. The Central Rift region, specifically parts of Kericho County, will also experience power interruptions. The affected areas around Ngoinaroad Market will be without power from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Key locations include Ngoinaroad Market, Tulwet Boys Secondary School, Mosore Centre, Roret Boys, Reresik Ce...

Veteran socialite and entrepreneur   Vera Sidika   has strongly dismissed claims that she depends on her ex-partner, singer Brown Mauzo, insisting she has never needed anything from him. In a fiery video shared on her official Instagram account on Sunday, August 17, 2025, Vera made it clear that she is fully independent and takes care of her children without any assistance. Vera on Mauzo’s baby mama claims The mother of two further distanced herself from Mauzo’s claims about receiving late-night calls from his baby mama while intoxicated, stressing that she is a responsible woman who does not get drunk. Vera also clarified that she does not drink alcohol or indulge in reckless behaviour. She expressed frustration over being dragged into speculation surrounding Brown Mauzo’s cryptic social media posts. “I have gone through my comments na ona watu wananiambia niwache simu za usiku. Even when I am in a relationship, I do not call my boyfriend at 1:00 am, am not that kind of perso...

Nairobi’s Central Business District came alive on Sunday, August 17, 2025, as fans erupted in joy following  Harambee Stars’ 1-0 victory over Zambia   in the CAF African Nations Championship (CHAN). The match, which was part of Kenya’s crucial Group A fixtures, drew thousands of football fanatics to the specially designated fan zones established across Nairobi by the Football Kenya Federation (FKF). The designated fan zones   include Uhuru Park in Nairobi CBD, Jacaranda Grounds in Embakasi, DC Grounds in Kibera, Safari Rally Grounds in Kasarani, Dandora Stadium in Dandora, Utalii Sports Grounds in Ruaraka, Pand Pieri Grounds in Githurai, and Baba Dogo Grounds in Baba Dogo. In the CBD, emotions ran high as every pass, tackle, and near-miss kept the crowd on edge. When Harambee Stars sealed the win, the scenes were nothing short of electric. The priceless reactions captured at the fan zones showcased the passion and unwavering support Kenyans have for their national team. ...

ODM leader Raila Odinga has sharply criticised individuals who circulated malicious rumours and even wished death upon   Siaya Governor James Orengo  during his extended stay abroad. Speaking on Sunday, August 17, 2025, at Ndori Primary School grounds in Gem, Siaya County, during a fundraising event for the Church of Christ in Africa (CCA), Odinga described the behaviour as primitive and likened the perpetrators to “witches.” He dismissed the false claims that Orengo had resigned, saying the propaganda was deeply irresponsible and damaging to both the governor and the community. “I was in constant communication with Governor Orengo throughout his time abroad and don’t understand the motives behind those who circulated such misinformation,” Odinga said. “Orengo has returned to the country in good health and is more energised than ever.” This comes after Orengo’s prolonged absence from the public eye had sparked speculation about his health and influence in the Orange Democrati...

                                   Two people are feared dead following a grisly road accident on Sunday, August 17, 2025, along the Nakuru–Kisumu highway. The crash happened at the notorious  Sobea blackspot  and involved a private car and a transit trailer. According to witnesses, the victims a mother and her adult daughter, were travelling back to Nairobi after attending a burial in Kisumu when tragedy struck. Authorities have long identified the Sobea stretch as a danger zone, citing its sharp bends and heavy trailer traffic. Despite numerous calls for caution, accidents continue to claim lives at the spot, making it one of the most dreaded points along the busy highway. Residents and motorists who rushed to the scene said the smaller car was extensively damaged, with efforts to retrieve the victims proving difficult. “The stretch has claimed so many lives, but drivers still underes...