Cheruiyot, addressing the Senate floor with palpable urgency, declared, "We are deeply embarrassed that it has taken our children to expose our nakedness as leaders." The Senate's demands, directed at the National Assembly under Speaker Moses Wetangula and Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah, underscore critical reforms needed to address public discontent sparked by President William Ruto's recent actions. Speed Up Review of Presidential Memorandum: the National Assembly to expeditiously consider the presidential memorandum pursuant to Article 115(2)(a). Police Reform and Restraint: Demanding an end to abductions, unlawful arrests, and extrajudicial killings by the National Police Service during protests. The nation now watches with bated breath as the Senate's ultimatum sets the stage for potential resolution or further escalation in the ongoing crisis.

Kenyan comedian Chipukeezy has broken his silence on the anti-Finance Bill protests, sharing his thoughts for the first time since the demonstrations began three weeks ago. ADVERTISEMENTChipukeezy's statement on protestsIn a post shared on his social media platforms, Chipukeezy expressed concerns about the direction the country is heading. ADVERTISEMENT“Our country is heading in a dangerous direction, and we stand to lose a lot if we don’t change course. Chipukeezy condemns of violent protestsChipukeezy criticized the protests, stating that they provide a platform for chaos and hooliganism, whether organic or paid. Comedian Chipukeezy Pulse Live KenyaADVERTISEMENTSimilar backlash for ButitaChipukeezy, who is currently in Rwanda, has faced a similar backlash to that of his industry colleague Butita.

Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale has stated that the withdrawn Finance Bill, 2024 was merely a catalyst for the nationwide mass protests against the government by the young generation. "It was never just about the Finance Bill; it was simply the spark. Khalwale was contributing to a motion on the current State of the Nation moved by Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot. Young Kenyans, now popularly known as Gen Z, ignited public outrage over the state of affairs in the country, particularly the government’s insistence on imposing extra taxes via the Finance Bill despite widespread disapproval. Mr. Speaker, if we don’t reject these actions, people will think they are giving us their money, which is not their money; those are proceeds of corruption,” Khalwale said.

On Tuesday, July 2, Haiti Prime Minister Garry Conille shared details of the next contingent of Kenyan police officers set to be deployed to the Caribbean nation. The new Prime Minister also met other officials from the US, especially from the White House and State Department. Haiti interim Prime Minister Garry Conille Photo UNICEFThe US is among the major financiers of the peacekeeping mission led by Kenyan troops. Conille was named as the Prime Minister after Ariel Henry resigned in March after returning from Kenya. This comes a few days after about 400 out of the needed 1,000 Kenyan troops flew to Haiti to embark on the peacekeeping mission.

Ciru Muriuki and Charles Ouda were engaged for five months when Ouda died. Photo: Ciru Muriuki. Source: InstagramWhat happened to Charles Ouda? On Thursday, February 15, TUKO.co.ke reported that a sombre mood engulfed Kariokor Crematorium as family and friends of Charles Ouda paid their last respects. Ciru Muriuki shares videos of Ouda singingThe 42-year-old media personality shared a video of Ouda singing Lionel Richie's All Night Long song during a past karaoke.

Photo: Nicolas TUCAT / AFPSource: AFPPAY ATTENTION: Flexible Payment Plans Available! This year's theme is "Beneath the Surface", seeking to delve into diversity without the usual caricatures around minorities. Photo: Nicolas TUCAT / AFPSource: AFPElsewhere at the festival, Spanish photographer Cristina de Middel presents documentary and dreamlike work about migrants travelling from Mexico to the US. Photo: Nicolas TUCAT / AFPSource: AFPAnother invites visitors into the "baroque of everyday life" in the Indian state of Punjab with shots of bizarre roof sculptures that locals have brought back after working abroad, including footballs, tanks, planes and lions. French artist Sophie Calle presents her images alongside responses from blind people about their understanding of visual beauty.

It's not so much a question of greed but of survival – but the same cannot be said of some unscrupulous individuals. Recently, there was a report about a company caught adding used plastic to fish feed. VERDICT:TRUEYes indeed, a recycling factory in Kedah was busted in a joint operation headed by the Environment Department recently for adding used plastic into fish feed pellets it produces. He said one recycling factory was found to be operating illegally and also produced pellets labelled as fish food. "The inspection found about 100 tonnes of pellets which were packed and labelled as freshwater fish food," he said after the operation to whiten recycling operation sites in the industrial area here.

Azimio co-principal Kalonzo Musyoka has called on all Kenyans to unite and defend the values of justice. "We call on all Kenyans to unite and defend the values of justice, democracy and peace for which this country is being known," he said. Kalonzo commended Gen Zs for uniting to inspire the majority of disenfranchised and disillusioned Kenyans, to exercise their constitutional right to demonstrate. Kalonzo alleged that the violence, looting and destruction of property on Tuesday were coordinated and sponsored by some individuals in power. "The intention of yesterday's well-organised, coordinated and sponsored chaos was to undermine the Gen Z nationwide protests," he said.

Invalid email Something went wrong, please try again later. Something went wrong, please try again later. PDC star Adam Smith-Neale has been given an eight-month ban for punching a rival in the face at a darts tournament. His opponent calmly walked away after the incident, while Smith-Neale was confronted by a bystander before the scene calmed down. Despite the incident, Smith-Neale is still in a position to qualify for the PDC World Darts Championship, which begins in December.

Kenyan activists rethink strategy after protests turn violentActivists behind Kenya’s anti-government protests are rethinking their strategy after demonstrations on Tuesday were marred by violence and looting that they fear could undermine the movement and its efforts to push President William Ruto to resign. The protests became violent as some demonstrators briefly stormed parliament last week and the police opened fire, killing dozens. “What has happened is that peaceful protesters are deterred from coming to town, and we are deterred from actually coming and practising our civic duties,” she told Reuters. DISCREDITING THE MOVEMENTIn official statements, Ruto and the government have generally distinguished between peaceful protesters and those they brand as criminals that have hijacked the demonstrations. Gerald Bitok, the communications director at the presidency, said young people were beginning to turn against the protests.

Veteran Kenyan comedian Chipukeezy has divided Kenyans after opening up about the anti-government protests that have been happening in the country over the past few weeks. The famous comedian who didn't participate in past protests like his fellow celebs or give his opinion on the Finance Bill 2024 has expressed concern about where the country is headed. “Our country is heading in a dangerous direction, and we stand to lose a lot if we don’t change course. His close association with President Ruto has led fans to believe this relationship has influenced his stance on the protests, resulting in accusations of bias. Others suggested that he should have remained silent instead of using the situation to support the government's position.

Two of the companies are in China, one in South Africa, two in the United Arab Emirates, and one in the United Kingdom. Global Training Solutions Limited and Smartech Future Limited, both in China, as well as Grace Air (Pty) Ltd and Livingston Aerospace Limited of the United Kingdom, were added because of their ties to the Test Flying Academy of South Africa and the training of China’s military forces using Western and North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) sources, the posting said.

On the first Saturday of July each year we celebrate cooperatives globally. The international day increases awareness of cooperatives and promotes the values and principles that make the cooperative model suitable for advancing sustainable development. But why must we celebrate the Day of Cooperatives and are cooperatives building a better future for all? Cooperatives have contributed to economic development, agricultural development and in reducing unemployment through jobs creation. The contribution of cooperatives in our lives has been made possible according to Daniel Marube, Chief Executive Officer, Cooperative Alliance of Kenya because, “Cooperatives are not money focused, but are people focused.”

Former Kiambu Governor Ferdinand Waititu on Wednesday expressed his opinion that President William Ruto has been caught between a rock and a hard place leaving him with only one option under the current political climate. Speaking during an interview with Inooro TV, Waititu claimed that Ruto should consider resigning owing to the unrelenting anti-government protests being experienced across the country. At the end of the day even this one (Ruto), he will have no other option but to go," he stated. Waitutu noted that currently, Kenyans were now alert and aware that Ruto made false promises. Waititu who campaigned for Ruto in 2022, emphasised Ruto was supposed to empathise with the citizens, apologise for his wrongdoings and outline a way forward.

“The drug I had the most problem with was just f**king coke, dude,” the Empire star told podcaster Bradley Martyn. Chet revealed that he would often come across fellow drug users, calling them “known cokeheads” in the club bathrooms. “You’re like, ‘I know this dude’s a f**king cokehead, but I want a little bump.’ Like, ‘OK, fine,'” he said. “I would go do coke with the cokeheads, and they would be telling me, like, ‘Yo, chill, bro. Plus, OJ Simpson, Jamie Foxx, The Bear, Suki Waterhouse news, and more!