Author: Mwenda Gitonga

In a surprising twist to what had once appeared a promising move, Jadon Sancho has officially returned to Manchester United after Chelsea opted out of a €30 million (£25 million) mandatory purchase clause included in his loan deal. Sancho joined Chelsea on a season-long loan with an obligation to buy from Manchester United, but the London club confirmed on Wednesday that they would not be exercising the clause. Instead, Chelsea have negotiated an early termination, agreeing to pay a £5–6 million penalty fee to United to sever the deal. The 25-year-old winger made 42 appearances for Chelsea during the 2024/25…

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja on Monday met with the grieving family of Albert Ojwang, the 26-year-old blogger who died under suspicious circumstances at Central Police Station. The late Ojwang, a close associate of the governor and a personal influencer within his communications team, was laid to rest amid growing demands for justice. The emotional meeting took place at City Hall and was attended by Ojwang’s parents, his widow, and their three-year-old son, George Miles. Governor Sakaja offered a comprehensive support package for the bereaved family. “I have known Albert for a long time. If you go through his Facebook and…

President William Ruto has announced a wide-ranging reorganisation of the Executive arm of government, introducing seven new State Departments and abolishing one. In Executive Order No. 1 of 2025, dated June 9, President Ruto repealed the existing 2023 structure and unveiled a new administrative framework that takes effect immediately. “This Executive Order supersedes Executive Order No. 1 of 2023 issued in January 2023,” the directive states. The most notable change is the abolition of the State Department for Performance and Delivery Management, with its functions now transferred to the Executive Office of the President. “The State Department for Performance and…

The United States Embassy in Kenya has added its voice to growing calls for accountability and transparency in the investigation into the death of Kenyan blogger and teacher Albert Ojwang, who died while in police custody on Sunday. Ojwang’s body was found at the Central Police Station in Nairobi, with a post-mortem later confirming that he had sustained serious head injuries and showed signs of torture and strangulation, contradicting police claims that he had hit his head on a wall in an apparent suicide attempt. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the U.S. Embassy emphasized the need for thorough, independent…

President William Ruto has broken his silence on the death of Albert Ojwang, the social media influencer and teacher who died in police custody under suspicious circumstances, condemning the actions that led to the tragedy and calling for a thorough and transparent investigation. In a statement issued from State House Nairobi on June 11, the President expressed deep sorrow over Ojwang’s death, joining the nation in mourning. “Like most Kenyans, and especially as a parent, I received the news of the death of Albert Ojwang while in police custody with utter shock and deep dismay,” said Ruto. “I take this…

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has publicly pledged that the government will leave no stone unturned in the pursuit of justice for Albert Ojwang, the influencer and teacher who died under controversial circumstances while in police custody. Addressing the Senate, Murkomen opened his remarks with a personal and emotional tribute to Ojwang’s family. “As a parent, a citizen of this country and a person charged with the responsibility of ensuring the safety and security of all Kenyans, I wish to express my heartfelt condolences to the family of the late Albert Ojwang,” he said. “To his father and mother, his…

Cristian Chivu has been confirmed as the new head coach of Inter Milan, marking a significant return to the club where he built his legacy. The former defender, a core member of Inter’s historic 2010 treble-winning team, has signed a two-year contract with the club. Chivu, 44, takes over from Simone Inzaghi, who left by mutual consent just days after Inter’s 5-0 defeat in the Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain. He arrives with a strong club pedigree—having played 115 league games for Inter between 2007 and 2014—and established coaching roots from stints managing Inter’s youth teams since 2018. His most…

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has refuted claims that the government is attempting to shield police officers implicated in the death of blogger and teacher Albert Ojwang’, who died in police custody under suspicious circumstances. Breaking his silence on the incident, Murkomen told senators that no one, including himself or the president, has interfered with ongoing investigations, and warned that those found culpable would be held accountable without exception. “This accountability is not negotiable; neither is it debatable. We expect every police officer who was involved to be brought to justice expeditiously,” Murkomen said while addressing a special sitting of…

With just weeks remaining before the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) kicks off, the Kenyan government has confirmed that its flagship stadiums—Nyayo and Kasarani—will be completed and handed over by June 25. This announcement was made by Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya during a national briefing on the country’s CHAN and AFCON infrastructure. Both Nyayo and Kasarani have been undergoing extensive renovations since 2023 and are now in their final stages of readiness. The upgrades are aimed at meeting CAF standards, with a focus on modernising the playing surfaces, enhancing spectator seating, upgrading floodlights, media boxes, and bolstering stadium security…

The Kenya Lionesses are preparing for a high-stakes showdown against South Africa after launching their campaign at the Rugby Africa Women’s Cup with a commanding 28-5 victory over hosts Madagascar at Stade Makis in Antananarivo over the weekend. The win set the tone for what promises to be a fierce campaign as the Lionesses aim to dethrone the dominant Springbok Women and claim regional supremacy. Kenya’s dominant display against Madagascar was built on quick ball movement, disciplined defence, and clinical finishing—qualities they will need to replicate and improve upon when facing a much tougher South African side. Led by head…