A clergyman began singing as Moses Kuria addressed mourners at the funeral of Mark Wainaina in Murang’a. Photo: Moses Kuria. It all started when Kuria was given an opportunity to address mourners during the funeral service of the late politician. While Kuria was midway through his speech, a pastor interrupted by singing into a microphone, cutting off his address. Kuria persisted in delivering his message, but the clergyman continued singing the popular hymn 'What a Friend We Have in Jesus', disrupting his speech even further"No, I will keep talking.

Health PS Mary Muthoni during a church service on Saturday, November 23, 2024. To address this challenge, the PS is urging locals to collaborate with Community Health Promoters (CHPs) to learn more about the transition to SHA. By Wednesday, 14 million Kenyans were registered under the new scheme, including 8 million new registrations. 6 million Kenyans managed to successfully transition from the defunct National Hospital Insurance Fund. While this number initially looked promising, the current go-slow in new registrations is worrisome for the government, whose overall goal is to have all 55 million Kenyans under the new system.

All eyes on legislators as EACC picks insider as new bossThe fate of Mr Twalib Mbarak’s successor as Chief Executive Officer of the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) is now in the hands of the National Assembly. The nominee has been the EACC deputy chief executive officer and a career investigator with over 30 years’ experience. “The nominee details will now be forwarded to the National Assembly for vetting and consideration in accordance with the law,” said Dr Oginde. Mr Mohamud beat other senior EACC staff — Mr Vincent Omari Okongo (Director Prevention Service), Mr David Kiplagat Ruto Too (Director Legal) and Jackson Kaunda Mue (Director Field Services and Coordination) — who had also applied. Another challenge awaiting Mr Mohamud, should he be cleared by Parliament, is the low level of convictions and backlog of cases.

(Photo: X/Eugene Wamalwa)By Maureen Kinyanjui | Saturday, November 23, 2024Wamalwa criticised both President Ruto and ODM leader Raila Odinga for supporting the Adani Group despite its questionable global reputation. DAP-Kenya leader Eugene Wamalwa has urged President William Ruto to cancel the Integrated Healthcare Information Technology System (IHTS) deal, citing the alleged involvement of the controversial Adani Group. He criticised both President Ruto and ODM leader Raila Odinga for supporting the Adani Group despite its questionable global reputation. "It is not enough to cancel the Adani Group deals in JKIA and KETRACO; Adani is also in SHA/SHIF. (PCS)This followed the indictment of Adani Group chairman Gautam Adani in the United States over allegations of bribery and corruption.

LITTLE Mix star Leigh-Anne Pinnock stays hello to the chaps before hitting the stage for a sellout show. The 33-year-old posed in cowboy-style legwear, hotpants and matching beige overcoat plus a black mesh bra. Bizarre watched as she performed to a sold-out crowd at Lafayette in North London two years after Little Mix took their final bow. But during one spoken word interlude, as she got changed off stage, Leigh-Anne made no secret of the hurt he had caused her behind the scenes. Why would you do this to us?”Little Mix star Leigh-Anne Pinnock shares very rare pictures of her twin daughters as they turn three

Busia Senator Okiya Omutatah during County Public Investments and Special Fund Committee sitting at KICC ,Nairobi on September 12, 2023. [Elvis Ogina, Standard]Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah has established an exploratory presidential committee that he hopes will propel him to the presidency in two years. The team, whose names were published in the Friday Kenya Gazette, will explore the viability of the senator’s presidential bid for the August 27, 2027 General Election. “We are at a pivotal moment in our nation’s history, ="https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/ureport/article/2001351876/would-you-vote-for-okiya-omtatah-if-he-vied-for-presidency">and the call to serve has< never been more urgent. The committee is also supposed to develop an initial campaign strategy and draft a high-level campaign roadmap outlining potential alliances, timelines, and resources required, among others.

She said: “I first saw a therapist when I was eight after my parents’ divorce — but I don’t think I was really mature enough to process things. The pop star suffered further heartbreak when her rapper ex Mac Miller died from an accidental drug overdose in 2018. That is why I am so passionate about making therapy and mental health services available for all. Ed to Ed for film5 Hitmaker Ed Sheeran with Bridgerton star Claudia Jessie Credit: SuppliedED SHEERAN has been spotted getting into the Christmas spirit. The Netflix star, who rose to fame as Kate Sharma, in the hit regency series, is the star of the band’s short film for their track Eve and Paradise Lost.

HONG KONG, Nov. 23 (Xinhua) -- Giant panda twins, born to Ying Ying, a giant panda gifted by the central government to Hong Kong, celebrated their 100th day on Saturday. Ocean Park Hong Kong held a celebration event on Saturday to mark the occasion. According to Hong Kong customs, when a family has a newborn child, they distribute these foods to share joy. The female panda cub was the first to appear, lying on the bed and stretching occasionally. Later, caretakers placed the male panda cub on the bed to interact with the female cub.

More infoArchibald Thomson Hall left prison in 1975 and used a new alias to climb the social ladder, eventually becoming one of Scotland’s most notorious serial killers. He then found work as a butler and mixed with the rich and famous of the time. Initially planning to steal her valuables, he changed his mind after realising he was a fan of his employer and the butler job. Shortly afterwards, he found a new role in London working as a butler for Labour MP Walter Scott-Elliot and his wife Dorothy. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in!

Arsenal ended a four-match winless run with a thumping 3-0 win over Nottingham Forest. After a dominant start for the Gunners, Bukayo Saka opened the scoring with a thumping finishing after solo run inside the box. Teenage sensation Ethan Nwaneri then came off the bench to seal victory for Arsenal four minutes from time. Set the game up for Arsenal with a finish oozing class, shimmying past a series of defenders to smash the ball home. SubstitutesTHOMAS PARTEY: 7Scored Arsenal’s second goal minutes after coming on to settle the match.

The government has announced it is open to a new investor taking up the expansion of the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) following the cancellation of the Adani-JKIA deal. He explained that the Adani deal was structured as a Privately Initiated Partnership (PIP), which allowed for termination at any time. Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi during the review of Performance Contracting and Validation Meeting at the Treasury Building on October 9,2024. Ministry of Treasury“We are still open to any other investor out there who wants to come in and invest by partnering with the government to develop JKIA,” Mbadi affirmed. The CS added that it was imperative for renovations to be conducted at JKIA due to its deteriorating state and pressing problems.

By Reuters | Saturday, November 23, 2024Past failures to meet climate finance obligations have also made developing countries mistrustful of new promises. Activists hold a silent protest against the draft agreement, during the COP29 United Nations Climate Change Conference, in Baku, Azerbaijan November 22, 2024. (Photo: REUTERS/Murad Sezer)Past failures to meet climate finance obligations have also made developing countries mistrustful of new promises. The new goal is intended to replace developed countries' previous commitment to provide $100 billion in climate finance for poorer nations per year by 2020. Attendees sit in the negotiation room during the COP29 United Nations Climate Change Conference, in Baku, Azerbaijan November 23, 2024.

Protesters in Barcelona demand lower rents to counter a housing crisis in Spain's main cities. Photo: Josep LAGO / AFPSource: AFPThousands of protesters marched through Barcelona on Saturday demanding lower rents in Spain's second city. Barcelona, which has already taken action to stop the spread of holiday rental apartments, is the latest Spanish city to see protests for cheaper housing. Backed by left-wing parties and unions, the demonstrators gathered in central Barcelona behind a giant banner declaring "Lower the rents". "Today a new political cycle starts concerning housing," Carme Arcarazo, spokesperson for the Catalan Tenants Union, the main organiser, told reporters.

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The newly established advisory committee is tasked with tackling the growing femicide crisis that has plagued the country’s sports sector, particularly targeting women athletes. PHOTO/Kipchumba Murkomen The StarThe Committee is essential in addressing gender-based violence (GBV) in sports. Its primary task is to implement the January 2022 report on Gender Welfare and Equity in Sports and to develop effective GBV policies for sports organizations. Additionally, the Committee will promote gender mainstreaming and advocate for a safe environment for female athletes, ensuring protective policies against violence and exploitation. It will monitor the progress of gender initiatives, evaluate their effectiveness, and report on gender equality in sports.