Conflict between the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) and the teachers’ union Kuppet has led to chaos in the education sector.

Kimani Ichung’wah, once a prominent figure and close ally of President William Ruto in Mt Kenya, is experiencing a decline in his political influence. The article highlights the changing dynamics within the political landscape.

The Odinga family, with a legacy in Kenyan politics, continues to be active in the political arena. Patriarch Jaramogi Oginga Odinga is remembered as Kenya's first Vice-President and a key figure in opposition politics. Oburu Oginga, Raila Odinga's elder brother, is running for the Siaya Senate seat amid criticisms of having an unfair advantage due to his family name. His son Elijah unsuccessfully vied for the Kisumu Central Parliamentary seat. Ruth Odinga, a former deputy governor, is campaigning for Siaya Woman Rep. The family's political fate will be determined in the upcoming elections.

Kezia Obama, the first wife of Barrack Hussein Obama Senior and stepmother to former U.S. President Barack Obama, has passed away after a prolonged illness. Her death in Britain was confirmed by a grandchild residing in Dubai. She is also the mother of Rita Auma Obama and Malik Abongo Obama.

Mama Sarah Obama, the grandmother of former U.S. President Barack Obama, passed away at the age of 99. She died at the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Hospital in Kisumu County after receiving treatment for a month and a half. Burial plans are being made according to Islamic tradition at her home in K'Ogelo village, Siaya County.

Migori County governor Zachary Okoth Obado is challenging the dominance of Raila Odinga in Luo Nyanza by promoting the People Democratic Party (PDP) ahead of the next presidential election. Despite remaining in ODM, Obado is recruiting new members to PDP and forming alliances, including with the Amani National Congress. ODM leaders dismiss his efforts, while some local politicians and elders support his push for political diversity. Obado insists his actions are not against Odinga, aiming instead to offer Nyanza residents more political choices.

Ten people have died and another ten have been rescued after a boat capsized in Lake Victoria near Usenge, Siaya County, on Wednesday morning. The boat, carrying 20 passengers, was traveling from Uganda to Nairobi Beach in Usenge. The incident was confirmed by Nyanza Regional Commissioner Karanja, and it occurred around 5:45 am.

The American presidential election has rekindled fond memories in Nyang’oma K’Ogelo, the ancestral home of former US President Barack Obama. Villagers, including Obama's grandmother Mama Sarah, are excited about Joe Biden's potential victory, seeing it as a continuation of Obama's legacy. The village, which benefited significantly during Obama's presidency, remains hopeful that Biden will also positively impact their lives. However, Malik Obama, Barack's half-brother, dismisses the election as rigged, a sentiment not shared by other family members. The article highlights the village's transformation and the positive influence of the Obama family.

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has summoned members of the Migori County Assembly for a reconciliatory meeting with Governor Zachary Okoth Obado in Nairobi, following the withdrawal of impeachment plans against him. The decision, influenced by ODM leader Raila Odinga, aims to foster unity within the assembly amid ongoing political tensions and graft allegations against Obado. The assembly has been divided, with some members supporting the governor's ouster and others opposing it. The situation has led to physical confrontations and legal actions, highlighting the deep-seated political conflicts in Migori County.

The planned impeachment motion against Migori governor Okoth Obado did not commence as expected, with the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party citing technicalities for the delay. ODM national chairman John Mbadi stated that the motion would be tabled the following week, with legal processes being the cause of the postponement. Despite rumors of challenges, Mbadi and majority leader Ken Ooro confirmed that all party MCAs are prepared to support the impeachment. Obado has accused Mbadi and other officials of instigating his troubles but remains undeterred by the impeachment threat.

Raila Odinga, leader of the Orange Democratic Movement, has declined to discuss his potential candidacy in the 2022 presidential race, emphasizing his current focus on national unity with President Uhuru Kenyatta. Jubilee Party Vice Chairperson David Murathe has publicly endorsed Odinga, claiming he can unite the country and suggesting that Kenyatta will support him to settle a historical debt between their families. Murathe criticized Deputy President William Ruto as unsuitable for presidency, citing power hunger and tolerance for corruption.

Mama Sarah Obama dismisses Malik Obama's claims that Barack Obama was born in Kenya, reaffirming his birth in Hawaii. The controversy, reignited by Malik's tweet showing a purported Kenyan birth certificate, is countered by Auma Obama, who accuses Malik of jealousy. The article revisits the 'birther' debate, highlighting Donald Trump's role in questioning Obama's birthplace and the eventual release of Obama's birth certificate by the White House.

Ohangla musician Abenny Jachiga was buried at 1:30am on June 13 under tight security, with police barring his widow and mother from attending the gravesite to avoid attracting attention. The burial followed a day of protests by mourners who opposed the rushed interment due to COVID-19 directives. The mourners had earlier managed to delay the burial by demanding a public viewing of Jachiga's body. The musician, who died of pneumonia at 33, was known for his hit song 'Mano Kasinde' and other popular tracks. His burial was conducted discreetly by police to comply with health guidelines.

Popular Ohangla musician Abenny Jachiga, whose real name is Bernard Obonyo, died at the age of 33 due to pneumonia at St. Jairus Hospital in Kisumu. Known for his hit song 'Mano Kasinde,' Jachiga was admitted to the hospital after developing breathing complications. He is survived by his widow and two children. The article also recounts a tragic incident involving one of his dancers, Vivian Nyathi Abandu, who died in floods in Nairobi last year.

A boda boda operator in Manyatta A Location, Kisumu County, was killed by fellow riders for carrying more than one passenger, violating a directive by Health CS Mutahi Kagwe aimed at minimizing COVID-19 transmission. The directive, issued on March 30, mandated that boda boda riders carry only one passenger and wear masks. During a crackdown by a local community-based organization, the operator was fatally stabbed, and five others were injured. The injured are receiving treatment at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital. Police are searching for the attackers.

Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader Raila Odinga has denied claims of his interest in the 2022 presidential race, emphasizing his focus on strengthening his party. Media reports had suggested he was preparing to face off with Deputy President William Ruto. Raila's spokesman, Dennis Onyango, clarified that Raila has not declared any candidacy and urged the media to prioritize pressing economic, political, and social issues. Despite this, some of Raila's allies have hinted at his potential candidacy, while other party members, including governors Wycliffe Oparanya and Ali Hassan Joho, have expressed their intentions to vie for the party's ticket.

The Orange Democratic Party (ODM) is focused on reclaiming its dominance in Nairobi's Kibra constituency by-election after recent losses in Ugenya and Embakasi South. With 11 aspirants cleared, the party aims to regain supporters' confidence and avoid past mistakes by not issuing direct nominations. Key figures like John Mbadi and Raila Odinga emphasize the importance of this election for the party's future. The National Elections Board has postponed the nomination process to September 7 due to security concerns. Meanwhile, rival parties like Jubilee and Amani National Congress are also preparing their candidates, making this a highly competitive election.

Family members of the late Kibra MP Ken Okoth, along with political and religious leaders, have criticized the Luo Council of Elders for their continued demands for traditional rituals following Okoth's cremation. Angeline Ajwang, Okoth's mother, has asked the elders to respect her family's mourning period. The elders insist on cultural practices, including the cleansing and inheritance of Okoth's widow, Monica. Political leaders and religious figures have condemned the elders' demands as outdated and embarrassing to the community. Ajwang emphasized that the elders should have supported her earlier instead of criticizing her actions.

Following the death of Kibra MP Ken Okoth, his widow Monica faces cultural expectations from the Luo community, including wearing her late husband's clothes and potentially being inherited by his brother. The situation is complicated by public revelations from Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko and legal actions by Anne Thumbi, who claims to be Okoth's second wife and mother of his child. The article highlights the cultural, legal, and familial tensions surrounding Okoth's death and funeral rites.

Ken Okoth's paternal relatives have stated they will not attend his funeral in Homa Bay County due to a dispute over whether he should be buried or cremated, a decision that goes against Luo traditions according to them. The late MP's mother, Angeline Ajwang Ongere, prefers burial in Homa Bay, where she can visit his grave, while unconfirmed reports suggest Okoth left a will requesting cremation. The final decision on the matter remains unclear.

Esther Arunga, former TV anchor and wife of Quincy Timberlake, was sentenced to 10 months in prison but released immediately on parole after admitting to being an accessory to the murder of her son, Sinclair Timberlake. Quincy's mother, Rosemeg Wambita, expressed dissatisfaction with the sentence and refused to recognize Arunga as part of the family, while defending her son against devil worshipping allegations. Crown Prosecutor Danny Boyle stated that Arunga's initial lies to the police delayed the investigation. Judith Njuguna, a friend of Arunga, hopes she can redeem herself and knows she is still loved by people back home.

Quincy Timberlake’s mother, Rosemeg Wambita, has publicly criticized former KTN news anchor Esther Arunga, accusing her of leading her son astray and causing significant family distress. This comes after Arunga admitted in an Australian court to lying to protect her husband, Quincy Timberlake, following the death of their son in 2014. Arunga faces potential jail time for being an accessory to manslaughter. The case has highlighted the troubled relationship between Arunga and Timberlake, including allegations of devil-worship and financial exploitation. The court proceedings continue, with Arunga's sentencing pending.