Author: Mwenda Gitonga

ChatGPT maker OpenAI has secured a $200 million (approximately Ksh.25.9 billion) contract with the U.S. Department of Defense to develop artificial intelligence tools aimed at addressing national security needs, the Pentagon confirmed on Monday. The U.S. Department of Defense said in a statement:”Under this award, the performer will develop prototype frontier AI capabilities to address critical national security challenges in both warfighting and enterprise domains.” The high-value agreement signals a deeper integration of cutting-edge AI technologies in defense operations, as global governments ramp up investment in artificial intelligence for both battlefield advantage and administrative efficiency. OpenAI’s deal comes amid rapid…

Suba North Member of Parliament Millie Odhiambo has called for an urgent investigation into the death of a man in police custody at Kipasi Police Post in Homa Bay County. The deceased, identified as Calvin Omondi Onditi, was reportedly found dead in a police holding cell on the morning of Sunday, June 16, a few hours after his arrest the previous night. According to local police, Omondi had been arrested in Ndhuru village, Ndhiwa constituency, over allegations of bestiality and was being held at Kipasi station when he was found dead. Authorities claim the incident was a suicide. In a…

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen skipped two major media interviews this week, raising questions about the government’s commitment to addressing growing public outrage over police brutality and internal security failures. Murkomen was expected to appear on Citizen TV’s Monday Report at 9:00 p.m. on June 16 to discuss the state of the National Police Service (NPS), but the interview was abruptly cancelled. Show host Trevor Ombija informed viewers that the CS was reportedly engaged in an official meeting. The following morning, the CS was also scheduled to appear on NTV’s Fixing the Nation for a live 7:00 a.m. broadcast, but…

A police constable stationed at Nairobi’s Central Police Station has implicated top police leadership in the death of blogger Albert Ojwang’, who died in custody on the night of June 7 under controversial circumstances. In a sworn affidavit submitted to the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA), Constable James Mukhwana claimed that instructions to “discipline” Ojwang’ originated from Deputy Inspector General of Police Eliud Lagat. The directive, he said, was relayed through Central Police Station OCS Samson Talaam. “There is a directive from DIG Lagat. Do you know him? There are officers from DCI headquarters bringing a suspect here at 8:00…

Kenya Police FC have etched their name in history after winning their maiden FKF Kenya Premier League title with a narrow 1-0 victory over Shabana FC on Sunday, June 15. The win, courtesy of a second-half header by Brian Okoth, sealed a remarkable season for the 11-year-old club and ended the long-standing dominance of Gor Mahia and Tusker FC. Needing just a draw to secure the title, the Law Enforcers held their nerve against a spirited Shabana side playing purely for pride. Okoth’s decisive goal ensured Police finished top of the table, marking a stunning turnaround for a team that…

CCTV footage from Mbagathi Hospital has confirmed that Albert Ojwang was already dead when police brought him to the facility in the early hours of June 8. The disturbing 40-minute video corroborates a hospital incident report that stated Ojwang was “unresponsive, with no cardiac activity,” and had visible injuries, including a swollen face and a cut at the back of his head. At exactly 1:35 a.m., surveillance cameras captured a police van entering Mbagathi Hospital’s parking lot. Inside were three police officers—one driving and two others seated in the back. Upon arrival, the officers disembarked casually, conversed, and entered the…

Kenya is mourning the loss of Mildred Wanyama, a devoted mother and matriarch to one of the country’s most prominent sporting families. She was the mother of Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Vice President McDonald Mariga, former Harambee Stars captain Victor Wanyama, and Kenya women’s national basketball team player Mercy Wanyama. Her death was confirmed on Saturday morning in a statement by her son McDonald Mariga, who said the family is deeply saddened by the peaceful passing of their beloved mother. “It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, who left us peacefully today morning.…

A massive fire broke out early Saturday morning at Barnabas area along the Nairobi–Nakuru Highway, following the explosion of a fuel tanker. The inferno quickly spread to nearby vehicles, destroying at least four trucks and prompting the temporary closure of the busy highway. According to eyewitnesses, the blaze started after one fuel tanker exploded, igniting several other parked tankers and cargo trucks, one of which was loaded with timber. The fire rapidly engulfed two fuel tankers and two lorries. Emergency response teams from the Nakuru County Government, the Kenya Pipeline Company, and the Kenya Defence Forces were swiftly dispatched to…

Kenya Airways has unveiled a bold five-year investment plan worth up to $400 million (approximately KSh55 billion) aimed at expanding and modernizing its aircraft fleet to boost efficiency and competitiveness in the global aviation market. Speaking during the airline’s Annual General Meeting in Nairobi, Group CEO Allan Kilavuka said the national carrier plans to grow its fleet from 34 to 53 aircraft by 2029. The funds will also be used to upgrade existing aircraft interiors, enhance passenger experience, and improve IT infrastructure. “We have a fleet plan that talks to increasing the fleet from the current 34 to 53 aircraft…

President William Ruto has called on county governments to align their regulatory frameworks to enhance the ease of doing business and unlock investment opportunities across the devolved units. Speaking on Friday at the inaugural Murang’a Investment Conference, President Ruto revealed that national and county governments are in ongoing discussions to harmonize business licensing frameworks, aiming to create a more investor-friendly environment. “It is important that as we expand the market, we prepare so that we are not just exporting raw materials. We must add value to whatever we are producing,” President Ruto stated.“That is why special economic zones like the…