Maina Kageni Sparks Debate After Questioning Economy Class Experience on Johannesburg Flight

Radio presenter Maina Kageni has sparked online conversation after sharing his thoughts on flying economy class while travelling to Johannesburg, South Africa. In a video posted on his Instagram account on Sunday, January 4, 2026, Kageni was filmed at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), where he appeared both amused and…

Gachagua Accuses Ruto of Shielding Drug Barons and Fraud Suspects in Scathing Church Address

The leader of the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP), Rigathi Gachagua, on Sunday launched a sharp attack on President William Ruto, accusing him of hypocrisy in the fight against narcotics and alleging that senior government figures are shielding individuals linked to drug trafficking and the so-called Minnesota fraud scheme.…

Trump Signals US Control Over Venezuelan Oil Amid Political Transition

US President Donald Trump has stated that the United States would effectively “run” Venezuela until a political transition is completed, while leveraging the country’s extensive oil reserves to supply global markets. Speaking to reporters shortly after reports emerged of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife being captured, Trump said…

President Ruto Orders Surrender of Illegal Firearms in West Pokot to Curb Insecurity

President William Ruto has called on residents of West Pokot County to immediately hand over all illegal firearms to local bishops or the police, warning that anyone found in possession of unauthorised weapons will face strict government action. Speaking during an interdenominational service in Chesombur on January 4, 2026, President…

Akuku Danger Urges Kenyan Creators to Stay Grounded Ahead of iShowSpeed’s Visit

Comedian Mannerson Ochieng, popularly known as Akuku Danger, has urged Kenyan content creators to manage their excitement and avoid self-undermining behaviour ahead of American streamer iShowSpeed’s visit to Kenya. In an Instagram post on Sunday, January 4, 2026, Akuku questioned why some creators are treating the streamer’s arrival as Kenya’s…

Health CS Orders Investigation into Claims of Miraculous Healing by Medical Practitioners

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has directed the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC) to immediately investigate licensed medical practitioners who publicly claimed to perform miraculous healings during a recent religious crusade, citing risks to public health and safety. In a statement issued on Sunday, Duale emphasized that while…