Category: News

A Beechcraft B200 Super King Air crashed moments after takeoff at Southend Airport, killing all four on board, including two Dutch pilots, a Chilean nurse, and a doctor. The incident triggered airport closure, ongoing investigations, and major disruptions for travelers.

Hurricane Milton has intensified to a Category 5 hurricane, posing a severe threat to Florida with formidable winds and heavy rainfall. Forecasts predict landfall on Wednesday, heightening concerns for widespread damage. With warnings issued along the Gulf Coast, Floridians are urged to heed evacuation orders as experts warn of potentially life-threatening conditions due to powerful storm surges and flooding.

South African pageant star Adetshina faces paternity fraud allegations, garnering public support amid claims of misidentification as a father. This case underscores the emotional and legal complexities involved, with many advocating for compulsory paternity testing to avoid such issues in the future.

Businessman and political figure Jimi Wanjigi experienced a tense evening as police officers surrounded his home in Muthaiga. Accusations and denials flew as Wanjigi questioned the motives and legality of the raid. This latest incident continues a pattern of confrontations between Wanjigi and law enforcement, stirring debates on political persecution in Kenya.

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) in Kenya is investigating the sale of a pistol allegedly used in the assassination of prominent politician Tom Mboya in 1969. Reports suggest the weapon was recently acquired by a 92-year-old man, prompting the DCI to delve into the claim's authenticity and any possible connections to the historic crime.

Violent protests in Githurai, Kiambu County resulted in 20 police officers being injured and a police vehicle set ablaze. The unrest followed the alleged police killing of a youth, leading to widespread chaos, roadblocks, and the use of tear gas as police tried to regain control. The incident remains under investigation.

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki has officially announced that Monday, June 17, 2024, will be a public holiday in Kenya to celebrate Eid Al-Adha. Known as the 'Festival of Sacrifice,' Eid Al-Adha honors Prophet Ibrahim's devotion and willingness to sacrifice his son. This festival, one of the most significant in Islam, is marked by various rituals and communal prayers.

The launch of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Project led by David Umahi has triggered demolition activities, causing widespread concern among Nigerians. The lack of a clear plan and engagement with property owners, combined with a lack of compensation, has significantly impacted local businesses and jobs.