Sharon Mwende

Nairobi

Digital Reporter at The Star (Kenya)

Environmentalist,Digital reporter @TheStarKenya https://t.co/0f2ylLLIFc

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Gachagua opens fresh warpath with Mt Kenya MPs

1 week ago | the-star.co.ke | Sharon Mwende

Former Deputy President speaks to residents of Kamwangi Market, Gatundu North in Kiambu county on June 1, 2025. /RIGATHI GACHAGUA/XFormer Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has lashed out at Members of Parliament from the Mount Kenya region for being 'blindly' loyal to his former boss, President William Ruto.
Kenya exempts dozens of visitors from eTA requirement in new immigration regulations

1 week ago | the-star.co.ke | Sharon Mwende

In SummaryThe new regulation under the Seventeenth Schedule lists 34 categories of persons who can now travel to Kenya without first obtaining an eTA. These include holders of Kenyan permanent residence, valid work permits and re-entry passes, as well as citizens from East African Community (EAC) partner states.
We'll not allow disgruntled leaders to incite chaos - Ichung’wah

1 week ago | the-star.co.ke | Sharon Mwende

National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung'wah at a past event/KIMANI ICHUNG'WAHNational Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah has warned against attempts by politicians to sow division among Kenyans, reaffirming the government’s stance against incitement. Speaking on Saturday in Kibirichia, Buuri constituency, Meru county, Ichung’wah said the government would not allow any individuals or groups to exploit generational differences for political gain.
IEBC vetting: I’m Junet’s brother-in-law, nominee Hassan reveals

1 week ago | the-star.co.ke | Sharon Mwende

In SummaryCommittee members insisted the clarification was essential to provide transparency and pre-empt any perceived bias, should Hassan be approved for a role in the IEBC. Additionally, Hassan addressed his alleged involvement in the NYS corruption case, confirming that he was among those charged but later acquitted.
Duale oversees destruction of 5.5 tonnes of harmful tobacco products at MTRH

1 week ago | the-star.co.ke | Sharon Mwende

Health CS Aden Duale/ ADEN DUALE/XHealth Cabinet Minister Aden Duale has overseen the destruction of 5.5 tonnes of harmful tobacco products at theMoi Teaching and Referral Hospital (MTRH). The products including shisha, gutkha and flavoured e-cigarettes“The event reaffirmed our commitment to protecting the public, especially the youth, from the harms of tobacco and deceptive industry practice,” Duale said. The exercise was done to mark the 2025 World No Tobacco Day.
Take protection in the Bible - Wetang'ula tells Ruto amid public criticism

1 week ago | the-star.co.ke | Sharon Mwende

In SummaryThe Speaker added that the Book of Isaiah further teaches humanity that "great leaders never lose sight of the big picture". "We encourage you, your Excellency to remain such a great leader, with a focus on the big picture for our country," he added. Speaker of the National Assembly Moses Wetang'ula has encouraged President William Ruto to anchor himself in the Bible amidst public criticism.
Nacada shuts down rehab centre in Kiambu

1 week ago | the-star.co.ke | Sharon Mwende

The National Authority for the Campaign against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) has shut down a rehab centre in Kiambu County, following discovery of deplorable conditions during an unannounced inspection. The raid, conducted by Nacada’s Compliance and Enforcement team alongside Public Health officials, exposed a facility operating far below acceptable health and safety standards. According to Nacada, investigators found disturbing conditions in the centre.
Safaricom to invest Sh65bn in AI infrastructure across East Africa

1 week ago | the-star.co.ke | Sharon Mwende

In SummaryKropac said this is aimed at enhancing connectivity and build a robust and scalable AI ecosystem. She noted that the investment will “trascend traditional connectivity” by “powering advanced digital services, fueling innovation across all sectors of the economy besides propelling the region’s productivity”. Safaricom has announced it will spend more than $ 500 million (Sh65 billion) in Artificial Intelligence (AI) infrastructure across East Africa, over the next three years.
Corruption main hindrance to development - poll

1 week ago | the-star.co.ke | Sharon Mwende

The budget briefase/ SCREENGRABKenyans have named corruption as the main factor undermining development in the country. According to data released on Wednesday by Tifa Poll, 42 per cent of Kenyans mentioned corruption, while 30 per cent cited poor leadership. Tifa noted that a considerable variety of other factors were mentioned by the rest of the respondents, including tribalism/ethnic tensions with six per cent and, inflation and external debt with five per cent.
He is enjoying 5-course meal at Karen Hospital, DCI scoffs at Koimburi

1 week ago | the-star.co.ke | Sharon Mwende

Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) boss Mohamed Amin has dismissed claims by Juja MP George Koimburi that he was abducted, branding the entire incident as 'orchestrated drama intended to stir public fear and avoid arrest'. Addressing the press on Wednesday at the DCI Headquarters, Amin termed the abduction allegations as an “inconceivable” thing.