Simon Ndonga

Kenya

Reporter at Capital FM (Nairobi, Kenya)

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NACADA-Led Multi-Agency Raid Uncovers Massive Illicit Brew Den in Kisii, 5 Arrested

2 weeks ago | capitalfm.co.ke | Simon Ndonga

KISII, Kenya, Apr 4 – In a major crackdown on illicit alcohol, a multi-agency team led by the National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) today raided a sprawling chang’aa brewing den in Mwaguto Village, Kisii South Sub-County, confiscating over 55,000 litres of kangara and 500 litres of chang’aa.
Governors to Challenge Kenya Power in Court Over Unpaid Wayleave Fees

3 weeks ago | capitalfm.co.ke | Simon Ndonga

NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 2 – The Council of Governors is planning to challenge a law that exempts the Kenya Power Company from paying billions of shillings in wayleave fees. The county bosses argue that the power utility must compensate counties for using public land for its infrastructure. Speaking before the Senate Energy Committee, Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja stated that all 47 governors have agreed to take legal action against the power utility company.
WRC: Govt on track in mitigating environmental impact

1 month ago | capitalfm.co.ke | Simon Ndonga

NAIVASHA, Kenya, Mar 23 – The government has stepped up all the obligations on environmental sustainability plan to mitigate negative impact on the environment during and after the World Rally Championship (WRC) Safari Rally. Kenya Wildlife Research and Training Institute Director General, Patrick Omondi, says the government is placing emphasis on environmental care to make the sport sustainable.
Anger as Indonesia law allows military bigger role in government

1 month ago | capitalfm.co.ke | Simon Ndonga

Indonesia’s parliament has passed controversial changes to legislation that will allow its military a bigger role in government. Critics warn that the move could return Indonesia to the dark days of Suharto’s military dictatorship, which lasted 32 years until he was forced out of office in 1998.
Calls for unity and tolerance dominate inaugural parliamentary IFTAR dinner

1 month ago | capitalfm.co.ke | Simon Ndonga |Irene Mwangi

NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 14 – The clarion call for unity, political harmony, and religious tolerance took center stage at the inaugural Parliamentary Iftar dinner, hosted by the two Speakers of Parliament on Thursday evening. Leaders led by National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula, urged Kenyans to emulate the recent camaraderie demonstrated by President William Ruto and Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader Raila Odinga.
Mudavadi urges leaders to rally behind President Ruto's administration

1 month ago | capitalfm.co.ke | Simon Ndonga

NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 8 – Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi, has called on leaders to rally behind President William Ruto’s administration, emphasizing the importance of unity and political stability in driving national development.
Men urged to be proactive in fight against GBV

2 months ago | capitalfm.co.ke | Simon Ndonga

NAKURU, Kenya, Feb 13 – Men have been urged to be proactive in the fight against Sexual and Gender Based Violence (SGBV) and enhancement of reproductive health. The call for inclusion of men in enhancing reproductive health and fighting social ills affecting women comes at a time when the country is experiencing increased cases of femicide, SGBV and even medicalisation of FGM.
Raila pledges to support private sector should he succeed in AUC bid

2 months ago | capitalfm.co.ke | Simon Ndonga |Irene Mwangi

NAIROBI, Kenya Feb 6 – Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has reiterated his commitment to supporting private investors in expanding their businesses across Africa if elected as the next African Union Commission (AUC) chairperson. During an unscheduled visit to Business Bay Square (BBS) Mall in Eastleigh, Nairobi, Raila highlighted the immense opportunities available for private sector players across the continent.
PS Kimtai withdraws complaint against woman who stormed Afya house over SHA

2 months ago | capitalfm.co.ke | Simon Ndonga |Irene Mwangi

NAIROBI, Kenya Jan 31 – Medical Services Principal Secretary Harry Kimtai was at pains to explain the circumstances surrounding a complaint against 61-year-old Grace Njoki who dramatically stormed Health Cabinet Secretary Deborah Barasa’s meeting at Afya House last week, leading to her arrest.
S Korea's Yoon becomes first sitting president to be arrested

Jan 15, 2025 | capitalfm.co.ke | Simon Ndonga

South Korea’s Yoon Suk Yeol has become the country’s first sitting president to be arrested, ending a weeks-long standoff between investigators and his personal security. Yoon, whose failed attempt to impose martial law plunged the country into turmoil and saw him impeached by parliament, is being investigated on charges of insurrection. He is, however, still technically the president as a constitutional court has to decide whether his impeachment is valid.