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Musician Jose Chameleone Jets Off for Treatment Abroad

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Ugandan artist Jose Chameleone is set to receive treatment in the US after being hospitalized for some few weeks. In a video shared on social media, Jose Chameleone is seen at the airport with his family and friends.  Chameleone was in a wheelchair, and his mum hugged him lovingly. The musician was emotional during the family moment.  A few weeks ago, the artist sparked a lot of concern among his fans after a video of him being rushed to the hospital emerged. The video by then captured the moment Chameleone, visibly unwell and showing signs of physical distress while he was being escorted into the hospital by his manager.     View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Edgar Obare (@bnnbasic) His management team assured fans that the musician was receiving excellent medical care and expressed optimism about his recovery. “To all the Leone Island Music Empire fans and well-wishers, we understand that the news of Jose Chameleone’s hospitalisation may have caused concern and worry. We want to assure you that Chameleone is receiving the best medical care and attention, and we are optimistic about his recovery.’’ Days later, his first born son Marcus revealed that the singer’s condition is linked to years of alcohol addiction. He further noted that the alcohol addiction had not only caused the acute pancreatitis but also contributed to his father’s noticeable weight loss. “My father struggles with alcohol addiction and has been for q while now. Hence the weight loss that people have been talking about… It completely disheartens me when I see the internet bashing my mother making her the cause of everything. Am here to tell you that is completely false. My mother has nothing to do with it.”  

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EBK Directs Northwestern Christian University to Withdraw Oscar Sudi’s Honorary Doctorate Degree

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The Engineering Board of Kenya has directed Northwestern Christian University-Kenya to immediately recall Kapseret Member of Parliament Oscar Sudi’s Honorary Doctorate Degree. In a press statement, EBK announced that it had advised the university to withdraw the honorary degree certificate, remove the title “Eng.” from the document and issue a corrected version. According to EBK, the directive comes after receiving numerous complaints from concerned members of the public regarding the misuse of the professional title “Engineer” in the honorary doctorate certificate. The board noted that the inclusion of the title “Eng.” in such a context was unauthorized and constituted a breach. The move comes days after Engineer Shammah Kiteme, the President of the Institution of Engineers of Kenya, criticised the MP’s use of the title in connection with his honorary degree. “Please note that the prefix ‘Eng.’ before anyone’s name is protected by law under the Engineers Act, 2011. It takes at least eight years of hard work to earn it. Oscar Sudi, please stop this disrespectful use of a title you have not earned,” Kiteme said. Sudi had graced the Northwestern Christian university’s graduation ceremony at the Eldoret National Polytechnic, where he was conferred an Honorary Doctorate Degree in Leadership, Administration and Management.  

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Oga Obinna Questions Those Criticising Rachel Otuoma After Husband’s Death

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Renowned digital content  creator Oga Obinna has called out people criticising Rachel Otuoma after her husband’s death.  Taking to his socials, the digital content creator started by sending his condolences to Rachel and Ezekiel Otuoma’s family. Obinna went on to acknowledge how Ezekiel was a great footballer before his sickness, moreover congratulating Rachel for sticking by Otuoma during his illness. “He was a brilliant footballer and had good vibes. The sickness changed a lot. 90 percent of women would not have stayed. Remember, she was a caregiver for 24 hours; she had no other life. You’ve dumped men just because they lost a job.” According to Obinna, being a caregiver is not a walk in the park going on to question those claiming Rachel misused monetary contributions. “That is how she survives. When she makes her hair, you start talking. You wanted her to look miserable?”     View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Oga@DTop – EntertaineR (@ogaobinna) He also questioned Otuoma’s extended family who  are also criticising Rachel.  “Where were you when she was taking care of Otuoma? Could you have taken care of him if you were asked to? Why didn’t you do it? You’re criticising her instead of drawing a lesson from her and admiring how strong Rachel is.” Obinna further urged people to stop insulting Rachel.  

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KRA announces increase in excise duty for Various Goods

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The Kenya Revenue Authority has issued a notice to manufacturers, importers and suppliers of excisable goods informing them about the adjustment of the excise duty. Through a notice issued on December 23 KRA announced the increase in excise duty of imported sugar from Ksh5 per kilogram to Ksh 7.5 per kilogram. The new rate excludes sugar imported by a registered pharmaceutical manufacturer and raw sugar imported for processing by a licensed sugar refinery. Also the increase in the excise duty on products containing nicotine or nicotine substitutes intended for inhalation without combustion or oral application. However, the excise duty on nicotine products excludes those manufactured or imported for health purposes, provided they are approved by the Health Cabinet Secretary. KRA moreover announced the introduction of a 25 per cent tax, or Ksh200 per kg, on imported adhesive plates, shoes, films, foil, tape, strips, and other flat shapes of plastics. This excludes such commodities imported from East African Community (EAC) Partner States, but they must first meet the EAC rules of origin. According to the authority, the adjustments in the excise duty charged on the said goods were a result of the implementation of the Tax Laws Act, which was signed into law by the  President. The new charges will be effective from December 27 this year, when the Tax Laws (Amendment) Act will come into force.  

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Ministry of Education dismisses allegations of plotting significant changes in university entry

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The Ministry of Education has dismissed allegations that it is planning to change university entry requirements for the 2024 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) candidates.  Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has dismissed allegations the government plans to raise the university entry grade from the usual grade C+ to grade B-. According to Ogamba, the allegations are false and misleading, and urged Kenyans particularly parents and students not to fall for such information. The CS was forced to clarify the matter after Kenyans expressed concerns after a controversial article claimed that the ministry was planning to hike the entry grades ahead of the release of the KCSE exams. In the claim post, the CS had purportedly announced the plans during a press briefing where he emphasized the importance of maintaining the quality of graduates in a highly competitive job market. “This announcement marks a departure from the traditional university entry grade of C+, which has been the standard for years,” read part of the flagged article. This comes as the marking of the KCSE examinations nears conclusion with the examiners expected to finalise the process before the start of the 2025 school calendar.  

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Mithika Linturi Criticises Ruto’s Recent Appointments

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Former Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi has criticised President William Ruto’s administration over unfair appointments to government. Speaking during a church service in Meru County, Linturi accused the president of lack of inclusivity after recently nominating more people for cabinet secretary positions. Linturi went on to question the President for excluding the Meru community in the recent nominations despite overwhelmingly voting for him in the 2022 general elections. “We are tired of being taken for granted and treated as second fiddle. We are very important people. Our 800,000 votes must count, and we are now wiser than before. We were lied to, and we felt the effects. The people of Meru must be respected. We are tired of being contemptuously looked down upon. We have been sidelined as if we hold no value in this country.’’ The former CS went on to criticize the current administration for what he termed a culture of deceit, adding that Kenyans were now more astute than before. He moreover expressed regret for failing to secure a formal agreement with Ruto to ensure the inclusion of the Meru people in government. “We have now become more knowledgeable and discerning. Moving forward, we have learnt from our past mistakes. Now that we are informed, we will not repeat them, and I want this to be clearAt present, appointments are being made, yet we are nowhere to be seen. Respect for the people of Meru must be restored, and we shall work tirelessly to reclaim the dignity of the Meru people.”  

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Azziad Nasenya Discloses she has been struggling with mental health for two week

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Media personality Azziad Nasenya  has shared how she has been struggling with mental health. The Influencer moreover disclosed that she had been admitted to hospital for the past two weeks. Taking to her social media , She advised netizens to take a break if they needed to. “I was not allowed to go outside under the doctor’s supervision, and for the past two to three weeks, I have not been on my phone. I have not posted, I have not been on WhatsApp, I have not done anything because it was necessary. That was one of the dangers to me. I was taking care of my mental health. It was bad; it’s been a rollercoaster; it has been a ride. I am just telling you this to tell you that it is normal. It is life,” she said. She went on to note that this year brought her good and bad experiences, and she apologised to the people she may have unintentionally hurt. “When you need to take a break to work on yourself, please do. It has been a crazy year. This has been the year that I had a lot of wins and a lot of downs; I made a lot of good and bad decisions. Good financial mistakes, bad financial mistakes. Good friends and bad friends, and in the middle of trying to find myself, I’ve found people who did everything out of their way to help me.”      View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Azziad Nasenya 😍❤😘 (@azz_iad) Recently  Azziad hung out with Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo when she attended the London premiere of Wicked alongside other global celebrities.

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Musician Bahati Kioko pays a heartfelt tribute to his late stepmother

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Renowned Kenyan artist Bahati Kioko recently paid a heartfelt tribute to his late stepmother during her farewell. Bahati shared moments from the funeral on social media, attending the somber occasion with his wife, Diana Marua.  The post included photos and a video recap featuring their arrival at the burial site, a glimpse of the mourners, and Bahati standing by the casket delivering his tribute.  Taking to his Instagram account, the artist expressed his grief.  “It’s been a sad day. It is still unbelievable that you are gone,” alongside broken heart emojis.  He added,  “It was a painful goodbye to the woman that my dad loved last. Our mum has gone to be with the Lord. #RIP Mama Benja.     View this post on Instagram   A post shared by BAHATI (@bahatikenya) During his eulogy, Bahati recalled his final conversation with his stepmother. Just weeks before her passing, he had promised to help her son secure a job in the city, a gesture that now holds even greater emotional significance.  

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PS Omollo Addresses Gachagua’s Remarks Accusing Government of Distributing Illicit Alcohol to Mt Kenya Residents

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The Ministry of Interior has dismissed former DP Rigathi Gachagua’s remarks accusing the government of deliberately targeting the Mt Kenya region residents with illicit alcohol distribution. The Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo termed the former DP’s remarks as inflammatory and politically motivated. According to the PS, the government does not produce, distribute or retail any alcoholic drinks and the problem of substance misuse affects people from all walks of life, including parents and children. “We take great exception that such grave national matters can be trivialized by one individual, on a church podium nonetheless, without empathy for the families that may be struggling with this crisis. It is therefore in bad faith and disingenuous of Gachagua to turn around, after serving this country at the highest office, and lay such ludicrous claims on such a sensitive matter.” He further called on the former DP to file an official complaint and present the evidence he may hold to investigative or enforcement officers. Omollo moreover urged Kenyans particularly parents to protect their children from harmful substances, especially during this festive season. His statement comes a few hours after the former DP took a swipe at President William Ruto’s administration for allegedly facilitating the distribution of illicit alcohol in the Mt Kenya region. Gachagua accused the government of allegedly watering down his previous efforts in fighting against drug and substance abuse by allowing its sale, particularly in Mt Kenya. He noted that the Head of State allegedly instructed PS Raymond Omollo to order the reopening of all alcohol stores including companies that manufacture the drinks. “The Interior Security PS was instructed by the President to reopen all those alcohol factories, and they were urged to sell the alcohol exclusively in Mount Kenya. It is not sold in Rift Valley or anywhere else. Yesterday, three people died in Bahati. Since they forced me out of office, the President has ordered all the illicit alcohol that kills people to be brought here to destroy our young people.”  

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construction of the dual carriageway along Nairobi-Nakuru Highway to Start next year

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President William Ruto has recently announced the dualling of the Nairobi-Nakuru Highway, following the recent traffic snarl-up along the major road. Speaking during a church service at the AIC Kipkorgot in Uasin Gishu County, the president revealed that the construction of the dual carriageway would begin next year. The head of state also noted that the dualling of the highway would be carried out by a private contractor under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) programme. According to him, the highway will be constructed in two phases: the first phase will involve the construction of the highway from Nairobi to Nakuru, while the second phase will extend from Nakuru to Malaba. The President furthermore explained why the expansion of the Nairobi-Nakuru Highway into a dual carriageway has not happened. Ruto noted that previous plans to construct a dual carriageway connecting Nairobi and Nakuru did not materialise due to a breach of contract by a French company that had been tasked with the construction. “We had a PPP programme with a French company, but it did not work out. However, we have alternatives that we are working on as a government. The commitment I want to give you is that next year, we will begin the construction of the dual carriageway from Nairobi to Nakuru first, and then from Nakuru to Malaba,” he noted. He went on to disclose that the government had already begun discussions with various private companies on how the road would be constructed. The Head of State moreover noted that the same would be done to other unfinished roads across the country.  

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