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  1. Why Nakuru still struggles to curb deadly Petrol tanker accidents

    In January 2009, tragedy struck Molo when more than 100 people died and hundreds were injured following a petrol tanker explosion. Many of the victims had gathered to scoop and siphon the spilled...

  2. From Salgaa to Stardom: Meet Collins Yegon, the Kitenge Fashion Fest Photographer of the Year

    Yegon describes photography as his language and the camera as an extension of his body and mind.

  3. Nakuru Weekend Guide: Culture, comedy, club nights and spiritual worship

    At the heart of the hype is the highly anticipated Ndumo Festival SN1, which is making its debut right here in Nakuru.

  4. Ondimu condemns police misconduct in recent incidents

    The case of Ojwang', he says, must be a turning point. A moment to reflect and recommit to the core values of the service.

  5. Two Nakuru police officers now suspects in boda boda robbery incident

    Once the trio left with the motorbike, the 37-year-old notes that he managed to free his legs and sought help. Fortunately, he met a passer-by who heard his story and gave him Sh200 to help him...

  6. What to do when hard work does not translate to a promotion at work

    Rahab says that moment opened her eyes to the reality that, despite years of tireless dedication, she was not going to progress in the company.

  7. 'He called me stupid': Police constable found guilty of killing his boss

    Jackson says that while at the report office, Kimeli inquired why the two suspects had not been taken to the Nakuru Central Police Station.

  8. Man seen wielding panga in London estate protests faces four charges, granted bail

    Additionally, he is being charged with being armed in a public place and willingly obstructing police officers in the execution of their duties.

  9. 'I wanted the child, she had an abortion': The pain of 'almost' being a dad

    “My partner and I decided to keep the baby and we even planned on how we would take things to the next step including meeting her parents,” he says.

  10. Soft hearts, strong arms: The rise of millennial dads

    A boy crying too long risked being told to “man up” as feelings were seen as vulnerable hence weak.

  11. 'Cancer took my wife, but made me a stronger single dad'

    Wangui lived beyond the two months the doctors had predicted. But in December last year, she passed away.

  12. Inside world of father figures who left lasting impact on Nakuru men

    I chose my name from him, "Silwe" because everything I am came from the love he gave me

  13. Quick guide on how to maximise upcoming Nakuru ASK show

    If you are an investor or tech-savvy, there’s a whole world of agri-tech waiting.

  14. From No to Go: County now backs Karai fish market completion

    Additionally, access roads and parking will be constructed, a septic tank installed for improved waste management, and electrical lighting throughout the market will be installed.

  15. Afraha annex row: Sports stakeholders file petition at Nakuru county assembly

    This includes the development of training pitches, warm-up areas, establishment of community-based sports academies, and the creation of safe, accessible recreational zones for Nakuru youth.

  16. London estate shooting: IPOA given a week to finish probe into seven police officers

    The prosecutor Emma Okok cited that the matter was initially being handled by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) but was later taken over by IPOA.

  17. Police shoot man over bribery dispute in London estate

    The incident escalated into a heated protest with protesters blocking the Nakuru-Kabarak road with stones and burnt tyres.

  18. Motorists plying Nakuru-Kabarak road seek alternative routes, as London protests persist

    Stones, burnt tires and angry youth with rocks and glass bottles stationed at a vantage point right on top of a hill was the sight motorists were met with when they approached that road in the...

  19. Post-mortem: Daniel Nderitu died from a single gunshot wound to the chest

    Dr Titus Ngulungu, a government pathologist at Nakuru County Referral and Teaching Hospital, says that the bullet had entered the left side of Nderitu’s chest and damaged vital organs.

  20. County distances itself from controversial 'Afraha annex' post, terms it 'erroneous'

    He further distanced himself from the information on the post noting he is not aware how the post came to being.

  21. County distances itself from controversial 'Afraha annex' post, terms it 'erroneous'

    He further distanced himself from the information on the post noting he is not aware how the post came to being.

  22. 'He was a widower and father of five,' Family of man killed by police in London estate speak

    Njeri notes the 47-year-old had lost his first-born child last year, something that understandably broke him.

  23. How chilling witness accounts pinned man to fatal Free Area supermarket shooting

    During the hearing, Daniel Maina identified Harun Ndiragu as the man who pointed a gun at him during the robbery.

  24. Tragedy as giraffe kills bodaboda rider in Naivasha

    Unfortunately, Ms Nashipai says at 1am, she heard a knock from her door where a neighbor told her that Ekeno had been involved in an accident and that they should rush him to the hospital.

  25. New report: 26 police-linked killings recorded in Nakuru since 2020

    The next year, four cases were recorded even as the national tally rose to 219 with three of these involved in shootings and one torture case.

  26. Lydia Odondi: Passionate artist turning grass blades into bold statements

    Since then, Lydia has diversified from Maasai beadwork to weaving, upcycled buttons and vitenges, and even dabbling in web design.

  27. The rise of four Nakuru dancers who turned passion into career

    The hustle wasn’t always smooth. “When starting out, the pay was inconsistent. Sometimes we performed once a week, sometimes every two weeks,” Kelvin admits.

  28. Nakuru blogger Adan Mohammed reveals details of traumatic stabbing incident

    He adds that they were lucky that another motorbike passed by, and that’s when they warned him of the gang and requested to be taken to hospital for treatment and later on, sent another one to...

  29. Another one bites the dust: Stage matt shuts down remaining outlet in Nakuru CBD

    While the CBD location has been closed, other Stage Matt branches outside the town centre remain operational.

  30. Biz Lounge: Inside Nakuru businesses that thrive on Sundays

    church has kids and people who love snacks like smokies, sausages, and kebabs. It’s the day I make the biggest profit

  31. Pipeline petrol tanker explosion sparks panic, evokes memories of Sachangwan tragedy

    Four vehicles were involved in the incident and were badly burnt. Thankfully, there were no fatalities

  32. New wave: Male dancers take centre stage in Nakuru’s nightlife scene

    This bold move has made Wave XO Club the only club in the area doing things differently, and it’s turning heads both in person and online.

  33. Man in viral London protests video to be charged with six offences

    Hassan Mti Mkavu, also known as Paul Oriti, was arrested on June 11.

  34. Nakuru County Assemply deputy speaker Ngware Ng'ang'a impeached

    Anthony Kamau has been elected as the new deputy speaker of the Nakuru County Assembly. This follows the impeachment of Molo MCA Ngware Ng'ang'a on Thursday evening.

  35. Nyama Choma, Machines and Music: Nax Vegas serves up the ultimate party plot this weekend

    From revving engines to Nyama Choma and stars studded performances, this June 14, weekend is set to be a festival of vibes.

  36. In the spirit of transparency! Arama dishes out Sh560,000 'lunch money' at State House

    In a short video circulating on social media, the Nakuru Town West MP is seen asking another person for money, noting that he had been instructed to 'buy lunch' for the leaders.

  37. How to upskill the smart way through peer learning

    Chris Ngotho, who works in the cereal business, points out that sometimes, the best lessons don’t come from a classroom.

  38. Confusion erupts in WhatsApp group created by M-Pesa agent’s husband, turned suspect

    Mtaa Wangu has learnt that Mr Wambugu was among the eight administrators of the group but he was the one coordinating most of the things including the briefings.

  39. Rugby fans eager for new season as circuit calendar drops!

    One of the biggest highlights of this season is the official inclusion of Embu 7s, which has secured a two-year hosting slot on the circuit.

  40. How repeated injustice has turned quiet Nakuru into a hotbed of fiery protests

    Later in 2024, we had the anti-femicide protest following several murders of women in the county.

  41. Strained community-police relationship features in insightful X Space discussion

    Muga emphasizes that there needs to be a mindset shift between the public and the police and that the police are not a force rather than a service.

  42. Take a look at some of the changes in the persons with disabilities amendment Bill

    The process that has taken five months since April this year saw various stakeholders come together and offer their views through public participation.

  43. Chaotic London protests over man shot by police, enter day two

    The protesters said they were enraged by ongoing police harassment and the alleged extortion of bribes in London area, claiming that officers often turned violent when denied bribes.

  44. Molo MCA, impeachment threats and a burial where it all started

    At the moment Ngware says he has been served with a show cause notice (a formal document issued by an employer or authority to an employee or subordinate asking them to explain or justify their...

  45. How to remain professional when work and friendships collide

    Once she recognized the pattern, Glory decided to set firm boundaries and made it clear that she wouldn't tolerate disrespect.

  46. From mops to mixes: A 22-year-old’s rise to the DJ booth

    He says, 7D became more than just a job. It became the stage for his transformation.

  47. Nakuru and street families: A love-hate story spanning decades

    They claim recent efforts by an informal vigilante group to “restore order” have continued to fuel the stigma, with street-connected individuals becoming almost the first to be accused whenever...

  48. Bill seeking to boost access to information in Nakuru enters public participation stage

    According to the bill, residents will need to submit an application. This can be done either formally or informally, depending on the nature of the request and the institution involved.

  49. Biz Lounge: Brains behind muthokoi-making machine

    To use the machine, one places the maize into a feeding hopper, which directs the grain into the hulling chamber.

  50. Phone data links husband to M-pesa agent's murder, Nakuru court told

    Mr Wambugu is alleged to have been at the central police police station where he had gone to report of a missing person two hours after she had been reported.