Celebrated Ghanaian gospel artiste Esther Smith has released an official statement to dismiss circulating reports alleging that she paid for prayers or had a financial arrangement with Pastor Elvis Agyemang of Alpha Hour. The statement described the claims as “false, misleading, and a gross distortion of facts,” urging the public to disregard the narratives circulating […]

Afrobeats singer Seun Kuti has appealed to Nigerians to stop criticizing Super Eagles winger Samuel Chukwueze after his penalty miss against Morocco in the semi-final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Recall that Nigeria missed out on a place in the final on Wednesday after losing 4-2 on penalties to hosts Morocco. Chukwueze was [...] The post AFCON 2025: Leave Chukwueze Alone –Seun Kuti Speaks After Fulham Star’s Penalty Miss appeared first on Complete Sports.

Celebrated Ghanaian gospel musician Diana Antwi Hamilton has officially launched the 2026 edition of her annual concert, Awake Experience With Diana Hamilton, at a star-studded event held at the ICGC Christ Temple East in Teshie. The media launch brought together industry players, media personalities, fellow gospel musicians, and members of the media, highlighting the significance […]

Dalyn Chigwizura IT was fists and fury when a Bulawayo man exploded in anger after his girlfriend delayed opening the door for him. Levy Ndlovu (42) of Cowdray Park was… The post FISTS OF FURY: Lover clobbered for taking too long to open door appeared first on herald.

Former UEFA boss Michel Platini has described FIFA president Gianni Infantino as an autocrat who is only interested in the rich and powerful. Recall that Infantino served as Platini’s deputy at UEFA from 2009 to 2015. However, in an interview with The Guardian, Platini, who led European football’s governing body from 2007 to 2015, claimed [...] The post Infantino Has Become An Autocrat –Platini Alleges appeared first on Complete Sports.

Mthabisi Tshuma, Zimpapers Arts and Entertainment Hub SOUTH African based musician Teekay Mxoexic has opened a humanitarian organisation named Nkanyezi Foundation Aid, which aims to help in changing the lives… The post Teekay Mxoexic launches humanitarian foundation …… donates to rural hospital appeared first on herald.

Ghanaian musician Justice Amoah, popularly known as Patapaa, has announced the passing of his beloved mother, Akua Boatemaa. The ‘One Corner’ hitmaker shared the heartbreaking news on Facebook, where he posted a beautiful photo of his late mother and expressed his deep pain and grief. In the emotional post, Patapaa wrote, “My heart is heavy […]

Dalyn Chigwizura A BULAWAYO man tasted the long arm of the law after a heated “where are you from” interrogation went wrong. Never Moyo (48) of Emthunzini was fined US$120… The post HUBBY BASHES WIFE: “Where are you from?” war ends in court appeared first on herald.

A Nairobi family is seeking justice after Amos Isoka died following a dental procedure at an unlicensed clinic in Kawangware.

Moreblessing Ncube A 33-YEAR-OLD Bulawayo man recently discovered that dagga in your pocket comes with a court date! Tawanda Machekera appeared before Bulawayo Magistrate Casmila Madzikatire after he was found… The post GANJA IN POCKET- Man gets 3 months in prison appeared first on herald.

Danisa Masuku THREE men from Fort Rixon in Matabeleland South Province appeared in court for allegedly teaming up to rain blows on a fellow villager and stabbing him in the… The post Three men behind bars for stabbing villager in the buttocks appeared first on herald.

A Sh7 million floodlight in Asembo Bay, Rarieda, has drawn mixed reactions, with commentators questioning the project’s value for money.

Police in Mogotio are investigating the death of a 17-year-old Grade 10 student who was found dead after a reported disagreement with her father over school admission.

Former Nigerian international Mutiu Adepoju has disclosed that the Super Eagles gave their best in the team’s penalty shootout loss against Morocco in the semi-final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Recall that the three-time AFCON champions lost 4-2 on penalties after the game had ended goalless after 120 minutes. Speaking with Footy Africa, [...] The post AFCON 2025: Losing A Semi-Final On Penalties Is Always Tough –Adepoju Reacts To Eagles’ Loss Vs Morocco appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Falcons forward Esther Okoronkwo has extended her contract with Canadian side, AFC Toronto, reports Completesports.com. Okoronkwo is now under contract with the Northern Super League club through 2027. The 28-year-old linked up with AFC Toronto in February 2025, and her impressive performance for the club has earned her a new contract. Read Also:Done Deal: [...] The post Okoronkwo Renews Contract With AFC Toronto appeared first on Complete Sports.

Kenya has allocated land in Upper Kabete for a purpose-built African Union campus that will host several AU institutions and boost Nairobi’s status as a diplomatic hub.

Election Commission Chairperson Justice Simon Byabakama said the next president will be announced on Saturday before 5 p.m., in accordance with the law.

The United States has protested South Africa’s decision to host a naval exercise involving Iran, calling Tehran a state sponsor of terror and warning of risks to regional security.

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KeNHA has announced night closures of key sections of Uhuru Highway at Haile Selassie Roundabout to allow tarmac reinstatement and road improvement works.

Uganda’s opposition candidate Bobi Wine has accused authorities of ballot stuffing, arrests and intimidation as the country voted under an internet blackout.

Denmark says there are no Chinese warships or major investments in Greenland, rejecting US claims as Washington renews pressure to take control of the Arctic island.

Chinese tea brands like Mixue and HeyTea are rapidly expanding in the US, drawing huge crowds in New York and fueling a nationwide bubble tea boom.

Nine illegal firearms have been surrendered in Tana River County after Deputy IG Eliud Lagat oversaw a voluntary disarmament exercise under the government amnesty programme.

The High Court has frozen multiple bank accounts linked to Kiambu Governor Paul Kimani Wamatangi and several companies allegedly connected to him, as the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) pursues claims of corruption and economic crimes amounting to over Sh813 million. On Thursday, Justice Benjamin Musyoki granted the injunction, barring Governor Wamatangi, his family, companies, agents, or anyone acting on their behalf from withdrawing, transferring, disposing of, or otherwise dealing with funds in five Family Bank accounts. The accounts are registered under the following companies: King Construction Company Limited King Group Company Limited King Realtors Limited Quick Fix Auto Garage The post More Woes for Governor Wamatangi as Court Freezes Accounts in KSh813 Million EACC Probe appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Kiharu Member of Parliament Ndindi Nyoro poked holes into President William Ruto’s vision of turning Kenya into “a Singapore of Africa,” arguing that the two economies differ too fundamentally in size, structure, and development path to make such a comparison meaningful. Speaking on JKLive on Wednesday night, Nyoro warned that benchmarking Kenya against Singapore risks misleading policy decisions because the two countries operate under vastly different economic realities. He insisted that any serious economic comparison must rely on countries with similar conditions, not headline success stories that ignore context. Nyoro said Kenya’s economic DNA aligns far more closely with South The post Nyoro Exposes the Flaw in Ruto’s Singapore Plan and Reveals the Country Kenya Should Copy appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has suspended the driving license of a matatu driver following a shocking incident in Riruta, Nairobi County, where a tout was caught on camera pushing a young girl along the roadside, nearly causing her to fall into a drainage channel. In a statement released on Thursday, January 15, NTSA confirmed that the driver had been subjected to a retest but failed, prompting the suspension of his license. “Both the driver and the conductor have been disengaged by the Sacco. The Driver’s DL has also been suspended after he failed a re-test,” NTSA stated. The post Shocking Video Shows Matatu Tout Pushing Girl; NTSA Takes Swift Action appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has made explosive claims linking a high-level political meeting at Sagana State Lodge to the overnight demolition of Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi’s business premises, deepening political tensions across the Mt Kenya region. In a statement he shared on X on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, Gachagua alleged that the destruction followed intense pressure that a group of Kiambu Members of Parliament, led by Kikuyu MP Kimani Ichungwah, placed on President William Ruto over shifting political loyalties in the region. According to Gachagua, the meeting took place on the evening of Monday, January 12, 2026, and centered The post Gachagua Claims Sagana Meeting Led to Wamatangi’s Business Demolition appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has issued a strong public alert warning Kenyans to stay away from fraudulent job advertisements circulating on social media as preparations for the upcoming February 26, 2026 by-elections gather momentum. In a statement posted on X on January 15, 2026, the electoral body said scammers have flooded online platforms with fake recruitment notices designed to trap desperate job seekers. “Fake News Alert! Beware of fraudulent job advertisements on social media. For accurate and up-to-date information, please visit our official website(https://iebc.or.ke) and our verified social media platforms(@IEBCKenya),” the IEBC stated. The commission emphasized that it only releases genuine recruitment information through its official The post Don’t Be Tricked: IEBC Reveals How Fake Job Scams Are Targeting Kenyans appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Kenyan motorists and households will enjoy slight relief at the pump after the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) announced a reduction in fuel prices in its latest monthly review. EPRA said it has lowered the price of super petrol by Ksh2 per litre, while diesel and kerosene have each dropped by Ksh1 per litre, offering modest savings to consumers across the country. In Nairobi, a litre of super petrol now sells at Ksh182.52, diesel at Ksh170.47, and kerosene at Ksh153.78. Motorists and households in Mombasa will pay Ksh180.24 for super petrol, Ksh167.19 for diesel, and Ksh150.49 for kerosene. EPRA The post Petrol, Diesel and Kerosene Prices Drop in EPRA’s Latest Review appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

“ODM could kill itself before 2027,” warns Caleb Amisi as internal fights escalate and Ruto’s UDA makes inroads into Raila Odinga’s strongholds.

As Kenya gears up for the 2027 general election, young people are being urged to exercise caution and responsibility on social media, with authorities warning that online insults, hate speech, and inflammatory posts could spark tension and deepen divisions among communities. The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) has highlighted the growing risk of digital platforms being misused during politically charged periods, noting that reckless online behavior could undermine national cohesion. The Commission is encouraging youth to use social media to promote peace, dialogue, and unity rather than sow discord. “Social media messages can either calm situations or worsen them,” The post Kenya’s Young Social Media Users Warned: Hate Speech Could Fuel Election Tensions appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

The government has announced plans to implement stricter penalties, including asset seizure, for individuals involved in the illegal alcohol trade as the country confronts a growing addiction crisis affecting millions of citizens. Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen revealed the shift in strategy from routine arrests to targeting the financial operations of illicit alcohol barons, arguing that traditional penalties have failed to curb the trade. “If you arrest them and leave their assets untouched, nothing changes. The courts fine them Ksh. 1 million, yet some of them make Ksh. 10 million in a single week. So, what is The post Murkomen Warns: “Fines Not Enough. Govt to Seize Assets of Illegal Alcohol Traders” appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Police in Kwale County have launched investigations into a shocking shooting incident in which a Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) ranger killed a Kenya Police Service (KPS) officer, seriously injured two others, and then turned the gun on himself. According to a police report released on Wednesday, the deadly encounter unfolded as two police officers, Stanley Karithi and Aftin Farah Ali, rode a motorcycle from Nyango toward Kilibasi. Along the way, they encountered two KWS rangers, John Ndichu and Eric Mugambi, who were also on a motorcycle and attached to the Kilibasi KWS camp. The two police officers had stopped a The post KWS Ranger Kills Police Officer, Injures Two Others Before Taking Own Life appeared first on Nairobi Wire.