Gachagua Defends ‘Kuua Nyoka na Mayai’ Comment as Figurative Political Speech
Former DP Rigathi Gachagua says his ‘kill the snake and its eggs’ remark was metaphorical, not incitement, amid NCIC investigation into hate speech claims.
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Former DP Rigathi Gachagua says his ‘kill the snake and its eggs’ remark was metaphorical, not incitement, amid NCIC investigation into hate speech claims.
Nation Media Group Uganda resumes operations following a month-long shutdown ordered by Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba over critical coverage.
UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk warns Israeli strikes in Lebanon cause widespread destruction and displacement, potentially amounting to international crimes.
Dagoretti South MP John Kiarie urges review of road cameras, stressing clear speed limit signs and penalizing drivers, not vehicle owners.
Kenya’s coffee auction market traded 633,615 bags worth KSh 36.8 billion in 2025, led by Alliance Berries Limited among 18 licensed brokers.
At 19, Lamine Yamal is a top contender for the 2026 Ballon d’Or, potentially breaking the record for youngest winner held by Ronaldo Nazário since 1997.
Kenyatta National Hospital summons nurses for a key meeting as a nationwide strike looms over unresolved labour disputes in the health sector.
After 19 years with Raila Odinga, Silas Jakakimba joins UDA, aiming for Suba North parliamentary seat in 2027 with focus on youth jobs and economic growth.
Roberto Mancini returns as Italy coach to revive the struggling Azzurri, replacing Gennaro Gattuso after missing three consecutive World Cups.
Kenya holds 11th place in the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games medal table with one gold, one silver, and three bronze medals.
South Korea donates 10,000 tonnes of rice worth Sh1.2 billion to aid nearly 500,000 refugees in Kenya amid global funding challenges.
Sammy Ngotho becomes the first MP elected under the Democracy for Citizens Party after winning Ol Kalou by-election with 35,440 votes.