President William Ruto and his Deputy Rigathi Gachagua on Thursday toured Meru County on a working tour. During the tour, the president and his deputy toured Mitunguu Technical Training Institute, the Meru Maziwa Millers processing plant and the 9th annual Dairy Farmers Field Day celebrations in Gitoro ASK grounds in Meru. President Ruto delivered a bus to Mitunguu Technical Training Institute. Among his passengers were his Deputy Rigathi Gachagua and Interior CS Kithure Kindiki and students from the institution. President Ruto was seen personally driving the bus with his deputy and CS Kindiki among other government officials and students of the institute riding as passengers.

On Wednesday, June 12, Quiver Lounge on Thika Road hosted comedians, musicians, and entertainment industry members who gathered to pay tribute to the late Jahmby Koikai. ADVERTISEMENTThe event celebrated Jahmby’s immense contribution to reggae and her unwavering spirit in the face of adversity. The late reggae MC Jahmby Koikai Pulse Live KenyaThroughout the evening, fans and friends of Jahmby shared heartfelt tributes. Media personality Jahmby Koikai Pulse Live KenyaADVERTISEMENTThe family has also made a pay bill number public, appealing for additional funds to offset Jahmby's medical bills and funeral expenses. The late reggae MC Jahmby Koikai Pulse Live KenyaADVERTISEMENT

INSIDE No.9 fans were left in tears as the comedy came to a close after a decade on screens. The finale took an emotional turn as Reece pleaded with Steve in an attempt to save their partnership, telling his co-writer: "You're my only friend." I don't normally tweet anything but as a huge fan of Inside No.9 I wish to express my gratitude and astonishment at how beautiful the final episode was. Trailer for new BBC series Inside No. Reece and Steve translated the voyeuristic fascination of peeking behind closed doors into a deeply human, often deliriously twisted collection of stories.

A 60-second-long Coca-Cola advertisement in Bangladesh has caused a storm of criticism for the brand over its attempt to distance itself from Israel amid the genocide in Gaza. A report by Al-Jazeera says that Coca-Cola sales have declined by about 23 per cent in Bangladesh since the genocide in Gaza started. Should I give you a [bottle of] Coke?” asks the shopkeeper, turning a table fan towards his sweaty customer. The shopkeeper tells them: “Listen, guys, Coke is not at all from ‘that place.’ For the past 138 years, people in 190 countries have been drinking Coke. Even Palestine has a Coke factory.”In the end, relieved Sohail asks for a bottle of Coke.

Profiles and directors of Kenya's most expensive schools1. International School of Kenya (ISK) - Michael CallanThe International School of Kenya (ISK), based in Nairobi, is a private international school for pre-kindergarten to grade 12 students. The school's director is Michael Callan, a Canadian national with over thirty years of experience managing schools. Brookhouse Schools Kenya - John O’ConnorBrookhouse was founded in 1981 by the Puxley family. The boarding and tuition fees for those in year 13 per term in Karen are KSh KSh 2,062,500. Greensteds International School - Duncan AdamsonDuncan Adamson chairs Greensteds International School, while Vincent Bett is the acting headmaster.

Throwback photos of Makokha's wife Purity Wambui (l). How old was Makokha's wife? Was Purity Wambui a humble woman? Makokha's wife died of cancerWambui bravely fought cancer for 18 years until her last breath. Was Makokha's wife romantic?

Kannada star Darshan being detained in a murder case has shocked not just the Kannada film industry but also other neighbouring film industries. Star Worship SyndromeNoted film director Ram Gopal Varma took to his social media handle, to express his views on the star worship culture prevalent in the country. “A star using one die-hard fan to kill another die-hard fan who was interfering in his personal life is a fit example of the bizarreness of the star worship syndrome. Renuka Swamy Was Darshan’s FanAccording to reports, the victim, Renuka Swamy, who was found murdered, was a fan of Darshan. Several wings of the Kannada film industry including Artists Association will take part in the meeting today, June 13.

MPs slam Gachagua for flying commercialThe rift between President William Ruto and his deputy Rigathi Gachagua played out on the floor of the House On Wednesday, June 12, as MPs censured the second in command for using a commercial flight. The lawmakers took issue with the DP’s mode of transport to Mombasa, when he took a Kenya Airways flight, saying it was bringing the country’s repute to shame. They also accuse the DP of pulling a public relations stunt and thereby demeaning his office. Nyando MP Jared Okelo (ODM) sought a statement from Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah on the “unbecoming conduct” of the DP. Nyeri Town MP Duncan Mathenge said they have suffered intimidation and blackmail as elected leaders from Nyeri County.

Mathira’s economy takes a beating on closure of barsResidents’ pain over the closure of alcohol outlets in Mathira perfectly depicts the law of unintended consequences, which posits that actions and decisions, especially by the government, can have adverse and unforeseen results. Small business people such as boda boda operators and vendors of street foods are reeling from the four-months-long closure of entertainment joints in the DP’s backyard, which, incidentally, is the only region that has effected a total moratorium on the alcohol business. About 400 bar owners have now petitioned the national government to allow them reopen their businesses, saying, the closure had negatively impacted the local economy. “Although we are supporting the government in its fight against illicit liquor, the blanket closure of bars has badly affected our business,” Mathira Boda Boda Association Chairman Benjamin Mwangi told the Nation. Echoing her views were many other small-scale traders, who called on the government to allow licensed establishments to reopen.

Makokha's children showered their mother, Purity Wambui, with love, days after she succumbed to cancerThe adorable children penned glowing messages to their mother and one by one, they shared the sweet memories they have of her. Makokha's wife, Purity Wambui, will be laid to rest at the Lang'ata cemetery. Makokha and Wambui were happily married for 30 years and were blessed with four children. The adorable children penned glowing messages to their mother and one by one, they shared the sweet memories they have of her. Details about the death of Makokha's wifeProofreading by Asher Omondi, current affairs journalist and copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.

The Kenya Women Parliamentary Association (KEWOPA) has condemned the sexual remarks made by Isiolo Governor, Abdi Guyo against Senator Fatuma Dullo. In their statement delivered by their chairperson, Leah Sankaire they expressed their displeasure on Guyo’s verbal abuse which constituted sexual and gender- based violence. Moreover, she reiterated that KEWOPA would stand against any form of speech or action that would seem to demean women leaders. Sankaire further stated that KEWOPA demands immediate apology from the governor and that he publicly commit to refraining from making such derogatory statements. “Together we can ensure our society upholds the dignity and respect of every individual, regardless of gender,” she said.

Burgundy snails, typically foraged from woodlands in central and eastern Europe, are being bred in Japan by an entrepreneur who believes he's the only person to have successfully farmed them. Photo: Philip FONG / AFPSource: AFPPAY ATTENTION: Do you have a video that never fails to make you smile? Photo: Philip FONG / AFPSource: AFPHe stubbornly devoured books on the subject and met French helix aspersa breeders to learn more. Crates of live Burgundy snails are stacked in three layers on custom-built metal racks, with humidity and temperature carefully controlled. "They must taste good," he said, sceptical that farmed Burgundy snails would be as delicious as wild ones with their "strong woodland taste".

On Tuesday, June 11, Public Service Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria opposed the ongoing push for Mt. Kenya unityThe outspoken CS slammed Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, saying he was fueling division in the Mt. Nairobi - Public Service Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has continued his onslaught on Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua over his push for unity in the Mt. Source: UGCWhy is Moses Kuria opposed to Rigathi Gachagua? In other news, National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung'wah accused the deputy president of sponsoring chaos in Mt Kenya.

[AFP]Rwanda on Wednesday accused the UN refugee agency of "lying" after the body alleged in court that asylum seekers sent to the East African nation from the UK could be resettled again and face persecution. Britain's controversial plan to deport migrants to Rwanda has been mired in legal challenges but Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's government has insisted it will proceed if his Conservative Party wins a July 4 general election. "UNHCR is lying," the Rwandan government said in a statement, accusing the agency of making "a series of wholly unserious allegations" against Kigali. "The organisation seems intent on presenting fabricated allegations to UK courts about Rwanda's treatment of asylum seekers." However, opposition Labour leader Keir Starmer has promised to ditch the plan if his party wins the July 4 election.

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