Marion Achieng

Nairobi

News Reporter at The Kenya Times

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KFS Clarifies Land Grabbing at Menengai Forest

Oct 12, 2024 | thekenyatimes.com | Marion Achieng

The Kenya Forest Service (KFS) has refuted reports of an alleged grabbing of a portion of land in the Kiamunyi Area, adjacent to the Menengai Forest in Nakuru County. In a statement, the Kenya Forest Service termed the allegations as fake. “The photo being circulated allegedly depicting a grabbed portion is private land. Kenya Forest Service is in the process of putting up an electric fence to secure this important forest,” it read in part.
How Israel Blunder Injured Four UN peacekeepers in Lebanon.

Oct 11, 2024 | thekenyatimes.com | Marion Achieng

With countries evacuating their citizens from Lebanon, it has emerged that Israeli forces injured United Nations (UN) peacekeepers in an attack. According to a report by BBC, on Friday, October 11, 2024, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) said its troops were responsible for the incident where two Sri Lankan soldiers working for the UN Interim Force in Lebanon were injured.
Kenya Met Releases 5-Day Forecast

Oct 11, 2024 | thekenyatimes.com | Marion Achieng

The Kenya Meteorological Department (Kenya Met) has released a five-day weather forecast for the period between October 12 and October 16, 2024. According to the forecast, most parts of the country are likely to be generally sunny and dry. However, rainfall is expected over some parts of the highlands east and west of the Rift Valley, the Lake Victoria Basin, the Rift Valley, and the Coast. The rest of the country is likely to be generally sunny and dry.
New World TV Denies Football Fans Kenya-Cameroon Match View

Oct 11, 2024 | thekenyatimes.com | Marion Achieng

Football fans looking forward to watching the match between Kenya and Cameroon will not be able to view it following a signal failure. In statement, Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC) apologized for the development. “The Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC) regrets to inform the general public that we are unable to bring you today’s match between Cameroon and Kenya at 7:00PM,” the statement read in part.
Senate Releases Schedule for Gachagua's Plenary Hearing

Oct 11, 2024 | thekenyatimes.com | Marion Achieng

After the Senate set aside dates for the plenary hearing of the impeachment motion against Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua‘s, Speaker Amason Kingi has released the schedule for the session. The hearing will take place between October 16 and October 17, 2024, after the National Assembly passed the motion to remove Gachagua from office for gross misconduct and undermining the presidency.
EACC Shortlists 14 Applicants to Replace Twalib Mbarak

Oct 10, 2024 | thekenyatimes.com | Marion Achieng

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has shortlisted candidates for the advertised Chief Executive Officer (CEO) position as Twalib Mbarak’s term comes to an end. Out of 172 applicants who expressed interest in the advertised post, 14 have been invited for interviews on different dates starting November 19 to November 21, 2024.
Super Metro Conductor Gerald Mwangi alias Makanga Bae Dies

Oct 10, 2024 | thekenyatimes.com | Marion Achieng

Popular Super Metro conductor Gerald Mwangi alias Makanga Bae has died following a tragic accident that saw his legs amputated. A source close to Mwangi’s family who spoke to The Kenya Times confirmed Mwangi’s death that has left his fans, and many Kenyans in grief. “Yes, Mwangi passed away after the accident. We ask for support from Kenyans to help us settle the hospital bill which is huge,” she explained. Super Metro on October 10, 2024, had appealed for blood donation after the accident.
Lawyers, Accountants, & Engineers Linked to Corruption

Oct 10, 2024 | thekenyatimes.com | Marion Achieng

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has called upon various professionals in the country to desist from using their skills to commit illegal transactions. The commission has urged accountants, lawyers, and other prominent professionals to refrain from using their competencies to facilitate the theft of public funds.
Kenyan Rejected by KDF Promoted in US Army

Oct 10, 2024 | thekenyatimes.com | Marion Achieng

A soldier with a Kenyan origin has been promoted in the United States (US) Army following her efforts in the force. The Army promoted Caroline Omboto to the Staff Sergeant position following her contributions as a dental specialist. An elated Omboto expressed her excitement over her new role, thanking people close to her who contributed to the current achievement. “Promoted and grateful, indeed dreams do come true.
KTDA to Deduct Fertiliser Money from Farmers' Bonus

Oct 10, 2024 | thekenyatimes.com | Marion Achieng

With farmers preparing for the rainy season, the Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA) has announced that the fertiliser money they owe will be deducted from their bonus payments the way Fuliza payments are deducted from M-Pesa. In a statement, KTDA stated that its credit scheme allows farmers to pay for fertiliser they have ordered in instalments to reduce financial burden on them. “Any amounts outstanding at the close of the financial year are deducted from the final green leaf payment.