NTV Kenya: CAF president Motsepe calls for unity after Afcon final fracas
CAF president Motsepe calls for unity after Afcon final fracasConfederation of African Football (CAF) president Patrice Motsepe would welcome an investigation into corruption at the organisation, saying they have nothing to hide following a meeting with Senegalese officials in Dakar on Wednesday. Motsepe met with officials from the Senegalese Football Federation and Senegal president Bassirou Diomaye Faye on Wednesday, where he urged unity following the fall-out from the final. “I would welcome any investigation into corruption at CAF, be it by a government or any institution,” Motsepe told reporters. “Under no circumstances will any single country in Africa be treated more preferentially or more favourably than any other. “We are confident we will come out of these challenges more united amongst the 54 nations in Africa.”
Source:Daily Nation
April 09, 2026 04:00 UTC
Ruto, Gachagua tear at each other in battle for Mt Kenya
The two traded barbs and rival messages at the memorial service of MP David Kiaraho, signalling the deepening fight for control of the Mt Kenya region. Ruto further sought to calm tensions, maintaining that his relationship with Mt Kenya remains intact despite political headwinds. “I know I was supported by Mt Kenya residents. Let no one bring fights between the Mt Kenya people and me,” he said. In one of the lines, Methu acknowledged Gachagua as the region’s political leader, speaking to the huge split within Mt Kenya.
Source:The Star
April 09, 2026 03:36 UTC
Humphrey Wattanga Lands New Job After KRA Exit
Editor's Review Former Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) Commissioner General Humphrey Wattanga has secured a new diplomatic posting following his exit from the tax agency. Former Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) Commissioner General Humphrey Wattanga has secured a new diplomatic posting following his exit from the tax agency. In a statement, the KRA Board confirmed that Wattanga’s tenure has come to an end after a decision not to renew his contract. "The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) Board informs the public that it will not be renewing Humphrey Wattanga's Contract of Service as Commissioner General," the statement read. The board announced the interim appointment of Lilian Nyawanda as the process to recruit a substantive Commissioner General begins.
Source:Daily Nation
April 09, 2026 03:10 UTC
Wattanga exits KRA after Ruto orders his resignation
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Source:Standard Digital
April 09, 2026 00:46 UTC
Kenya protests to the UN over Haiti rape claims
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi complained that the UN report did not reflect the findings of yet another one that cleared Kenyan forces of rape allegations. [File, Standard]Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has written a protest letter to the United Nations Secretary General Antonio Gutteres following allegations of rape by Kenyan police officers during the Multinational Security Support (MSS) Mission in Haiti. Mudavadi complained that the UN report did not reflect the findings of yet another one that cleared Kenyan forces of rape allegations.
Source:Standard Digital
April 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
Why ceasefire deal with US has unsettled Iran's hardliners
Only days ago, Islamic Republic hardliners running the city of Tehran put up a gigantic banner at one of the busiest intersections in the Iranian capital. This was meant to signal an edict from Iran's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, who has not been seen in public since being named leader last month. That is despite Iran repeatedly saying it would not agree to a temporary ceasefire and that it wanted a permanent end to the US and Israeli war on Iran. The hardliners are not happy. Reports from Tehran said they set fire to US and Israeli flags after the announcement of the ceasefire agreement on Tuesday.
Source:The Star
April 08, 2026 22:35 UTC
Kibera: 3 killed as building under construction collapses
At least three people were killed on Wednesday, and six others rescued after a building under construction collapsed in the Highrise area of Kibera, Nairobi County. “The collapsed building was under construction. On March 16, a building collapsed in the Blue Estate area of Shauri Moyo in Nairobi. On January 11, two workers died when a building under construction collapsed in Karen, while seven others were rescued and taken to hospital with multiple injuries. The recent incidents have raised concerns over construction safety in Nairobi, with authorities stressing the need for adherence to building regulations and proper construction practices to prevent further tragedies.
Source:The Star
April 08, 2026 21:59 UTC
Iran war latest: Israel set to begin negotiations with Lebanon - after Iran claimed attacks violated ceasefire
Pahlavi: Starmer needs to be like Churchill, not ChamberlainThe exiled crown prince of Iran Reza Pahlavi has slammed Sir Keir Starmer, saying the UK prime minister has "failed to act" to stop Tehran's "massacre of 40,000 innocent Iranians" in January. "Only an end to this regime - that brings terror to Britain's own shores - will yield lasting peace and regional stability," Pahlavi added. "Keir Starmer should follow in the footsteps of Churchill, not Chamberlain. He should support the Iranian people's fight for liberty." Pahlavi's remarks online are in reply to Starmer's statement yesterday, welcoming the two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran.
Source:Daily Nation
April 08, 2026 21:50 UTC
Ruto nominates new envoys in foreign service shake-up
Audio By VocalizePresident William Ruto has forwarded the nominations to the National Assembly for consideration and approval. [PCS]The immediate former Commissioner General of the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), Humphrey Wattanga, has been named as Kenya’s next High Commissioner to Pretoria, South Africa. Wattanga is among other leaders that President Willian Ruto has announced in a fresh round of nominations and redeployments within the country's foreign service as part of routine diplomatic rotations and efforts to expand the country’s global presence. In a press statement, Ruto also named Dr Julius Murori Mbijiwe as Ambassador to the Vatican, while Ambassador Irene Maswan has been posted to London, United Kingdom, as a Deputy Ambassador. In line with constitutional requirements governing the appointment of State officers, the President has forwarded the nominations to the National Assembly for consideration and approval.
Source:Standard Digital
April 08, 2026 21:31 UTC
Ousted: Humphrey Wattanga exits KRA
Audio By VocalizeDr Lilian Nyawanda will now serve as the acting Commissioner General at the Kenya Revenue Authority. Dr Lillian Nyawanda has been appointed acting Commissioner General of the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) following the exit of Humphrey Wattanga, who has proceeded on terminal leave with immediate effect. In a statement, the KRA Board of Directors confirmed Wattanga’s departure, bringing to a close his tenure at the helm of the tax authority. Mulongo was Thursday, August 24, 2023 sworn in as the Commissioner-General of the Kenya Revenue Authority at an event presided over by the Judiciary Chief Registrar Anne Amadi. Among them is the Kenya Civilian Revenue Oversight, which has urged Nyawanda and the Board to prioritize and fast-track the rebranding of Kenya Revenue Authority into Kenya Revenue Service.
Source:Standard Digital
April 08, 2026 21:21 UTC
Ruto nominates ex-KRA boss Wattanga as South Africa envoy
Former Kenya Revenue Authority Commissioner General Humphrey WattangaPresident William Ruto has nominated former Kenya Revenue Authority Commissioner General Humphrey Wattanga as High Commissioner to South Africa in a fresh round of diplomatic appointments. Under the nominations, Wattanga has been picked to head Kenya’s mission in Pretoria, while Julius Murori Mbijiwe has been nominated as Ambassador to the Vatican. The communication was signed by Chief of Staff and Head of the Public Service, Felix Koskei. Wattanga was appointed Commissioner General on August 22, 2023, bringing over two decades of experience in corporate finance, capital mobilisation and public sector reforms. If approved by Parliament, he will take up the diplomatic posting in South Africa, marking a shift from public finance administration to foreign service.
Source:The Star
April 08, 2026 21:15 UTC
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max launching soon: Expected price in India, USA, Dubai, Singapore, UK and Pakistan
1 / 7 Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is already generating buzz ahead of its expected September 2026 launch. Expected price in India 2 / 7 Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max price in India is expected to start at around Rs 1,54,900 for the base variant. ---Advertisement---Expected price in USA 3 / 7 Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max price in the United States is likely to be priced at $1,199 to $1,299. Expected price in Dubai 4 / 7 In Dubai, the iPhone 18 Pro Max could start at approximately AED 5,099 to AED 5,399. Expected price in UK 6 / 7 In the UK, the device may start at around £1,199 to £1,299, similar to the previous Pro Max model.
Source:News 24
April 08, 2026 20:34 UTC
Inside State's plan to auction Kenya's generational mineral wealth
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Source:Standard Digital
April 08, 2026 20:03 UTC
Ruto names Wattanga in foreign service postings
President William Ruto has effected nominations within the Kenya’s Foreign Service to support the expansion of the nation’s diplomatic footprint. Among those nominated are Humphrey Wattanga who has been nominated as High Commissioner to Pretoria, South Africa. Wattanga was recently the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) Commissioner General. Other nominations include Dr. Julius Murori Mbijiwe who has been nominated as the High Commissioner/Ambassador to the Vatican (Vatican City), Amb. The nominations have been transmitted to the National Assembly for consideration and approval by Parliament.
Source:Daily Nation
April 08, 2026 18:48 UTC
How female drug smuggling ‘gangsters’ flaunted lavish lifestyle and EXPENSED for drop-offs after pushing £13.6m of coke
AdvertisementAdvertisementHummayiun and the women were given combined jail terms of 30 years and five months at Birmingham Crown Court last month. “Don’t be shy, they’ll fully look after you.”Trinkunaite and Virse met at a chocolate factory where they both worked in Telford. Rise of female drug gangs FEMALE drug pushers are on the rise globally and British women are flooding the country with heroin, cocaine and dangerous party drugs. Hummayiun was sentenced to ten years and nine months, while Trinkunaite was jailed for seven years and eight months. Kaur was jailed for five years and four months, while Virse was sentenced to six years and eight months.
Source:The Star
April 08, 2026 16:00 UTC