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  • Arsene Wenger Ignores Mourinho Handshake Twice after Community Shield Win

    Arsene Wenger Ignores Mourinho Handshake Twice after Community Shield Win

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    Arsenal Manager Arsene Wenger snubbed Mourinho twice as he extended his hands to the excited coach after Sunday’s match.

    The special one greeted every Arsenal player but when Wenger’s turn reached, he deliberately ignored him leaving the Chelsea manager stranded.

    The two managers have been rivals since Mourinho became Chelsea Manager; Arsenal, Under Arsene Wenger has never beaten Mourinho’s team and Sunday’s victory opened a new chapter for the Arsenal Coach.

    After the match, Wenger had this to say:
    ‘I was doing what I think the status of my club and my status as a manager have to do, which is be there for the winners, to wait for them,’ said Mourinho.
    ‘I was at a point that you only miss me if you want to miss me and every Arsenal player came in my direction which was the easiest thing to do because I was just there.
    ‘If other people didn’t come in my direction that is not a problem, not a story and not the end of the world.
    ‘I did my job, the job that my club deserves me to do and the status as a manager when I lose any trophy.
    ‘Would I have shaken his hand? I don’t need to answer that. You see the images and see where I am – so to ask is not a fair question.’

    Arsenal beat Chelsea at Wembey 1-0 through Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain to win the Community Shield trophy.

  • Gor Mahia Lose to Azam of Tanzia 2-0 in Cecafa Finals

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    Kenya Premier League champions Gor Mahia were on Saturday evening beaten 2-0 by Azam of Tanzania in Cecafa finals.

    Gor Mahia were backed by the whole nation including former Prime Minister Raila Odinga,Gatundu Member of Parliament Moses Kuria among other Kenyans.

    Azam got the opener on the 16th minute, heavily aided by Eric Ochieng who easily lost possession to Kipre.The Ivorian also scored the second and winning goal in the 64th minute.

    After today’s win, Azam will bag the top prize of US$30,000 while Gor Mahia will take home US$20,000 for being the runners up.

    Gor Mahia has not won any regional trophy since 1985; today’s loss means that they have to wait a little bit longer.
    Though Kogalo lost ,they will be rewarded Ksh.500,000 by opposition leader Raila Odinga.They will also receive Ksh.500,000 from Deputy President William Ruto for their good performance in the competition.

  • Richest Families in Kenya

    When it comes to wealth and riches,there are few families that control the economy-they simply dominate us in all aspects. It is said that less than 20 families in the country own a quarter of Kenya…and it’s true.

    Surprisingly, those who have grabbed power and authority have managed to amass so much wealth that has seen them rank among the wealthiest people on earth.

    Looking at the rich list,the following are the wealthiest families in Kenya

    Moi Family

    President Daniel Toroitich Arap Moi was the second President of the Republic of Kenya and he accumulated his wealth during his 24 years as the President.

    Moi family is estimated to be worth close to Ksh 300 billion.His sons,Philip,Gideon and others are worth at least Ksh 100 billion,the rest is owned by the former President.

    Among the assets Moi family owns include Transnational Bank, Sunshine Secondary School, Standard Media Group Shares, Kabarak University, huge tracts of land in rift Valley and other parts of the country, among others.

    Kenyatta Family

    Kenyatta Family is among the richest families in Africa. Mama Ngina Kenyatta,who is first Kenyan president’s wife,has always found her name in Africa’s top 100 wealthiest people.

    Uhuru Kenyatta,who is currently the President of Kenya and the first born of Jomo Kenyatta, the first President of Kenya,is ranked second richest individual in Kenya with an estimated wealth of Ksh 50 billion, according to Forbes.

    Though this family was exposed to state power, most of the wealth was created after the death of Jomo Kenyatta.

    The family own Heritage Hotels, Peponi School, Brookside Dairy Ltd,Commercial Bank of Africa,Clay Works,Rift Valley Lodge, shares in Kenya Power,500,000 Acres of Land among other assets.

    Bhimji Depar Shah & Family

    This family was ranked the wealthiest in Kenya by Forbes in 2015 with an estimated net worth of $700 million.

    The family acquired their wealth through hard work, determination and consistency. Their source of wealth came from Bidco Industries Limited which is located in Thika ,Kenya

    Naushad Merali

    Naushad Merali was named the second richest man in Kenya in 2015 by Forbes with an estimated net worth of $ 550

    He is the founder of the Sameer Group, a Kenyan conglomerate with interests in agriculture, construction, information technology, property and finance

    He owns Sameer Business park situated along Mombasa Road, Sameer Tyres and many other assets.

    Naushad is among the few Kenyans who created wealth from scratch and he has employed over 20,000 Kenyans.

    Simeon Nyachae

    Simeon Nyachae is among the wealthiest Kenyans.

    Though he retired from active politics in 2007 the Kisii leader is very wealth and has a lot of influence in Kisii Politics.

    Nyachae creates his wealth during Jomo Kenyatta and Moi era when he served in both regimes in powerful dockets.

    His assets include Kabansora Ltd and Credit Bank.He also has interest in farming and real estate.

    Simeon Nyachae’s son,Charles Nyachae, is the current chairman of the Constitution Implementation Commission.

    Mwai Kibaki

    Mwai Kibaki was the third President of the republic of Kenya; he served Kenya as the President for 10 years.

    The retired President served in Kenyatta and Moi Regimes in powerful a docket; that’s when he accumulated most of his wealth.

    He owns Silver Springs Hotel, cement industry, oil company and many other undisclosed assets.

    S.K Macharia

    S.K Macharia rose from rags to riches; his story is in public domain and it has inspired so many Kenyans.

    S.K Macharia is the founder and Chairman of Royal Media Services which own more than 15 radio and TV stations in Kenya.

    His estimated wealth is in excess of Ksh 50 billion

    Ndegwa Family

    It’s another heavily loaded family with a net worth of more than Ksh 100 billion

    Raila Odinga

    Raila Odinga is the former Prime Minister of Kenya and the leader of the opposition.He is the son of the first Vice President,Oginga Odinga.

    Raila Odinga owns Molasses plant in Kisumu,African petroleum limited,East Africa Spectre limited among other assets.

    Odinga is extremely rich,thanks to political connections.His companies make at least Ksh 3 billion annually.

    Michuki Family

    Michuki left a lot of money which the family is managing.until his death,he was one of the most influential businessman and politician.The total assets amounts to Ksh 60 billion.

  • Citizen TV Journalist Mike Okinyi and Jaro Soja beaten during Gor Mahia match in Tanzania

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    Mike Okinyi, sports journalist and a cameraman were thoroughly beaten and arrested after they tried to intervene following the arrest of Jaro Soja, renowned Gor Mahia supporter.

    It is reported that drama started when Jaro Soja was arrested by stadium stewards for standing on seats as the match progressed.

    The security officers frog  matched Saro Soja  to a secluded area within the stadium and started beating him before the Kenyan journalists came to rescue him.But the journalists were not spared either,they were instructed to erase all the images they had captured at the scene and when they refused to obey the order they were arrested.

    Cecafa Secretary General Nicholas Musonye later intervened and the three Kenyans were later released.

  • Osama Bin Laden Relatives Killed in UK Plane Crash

    Osama Bin Laden Relatives Killed in UK Plane Crash

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    Osama Bin Laden relatives have perished in a plane crash of a private jet in Britain, the Saudi embassy in London.

    Four people, including Osama’s relatives lost their lives when the plane plunged into a car auction site and burst into flames in southern England on Friday.

    A police officer reported that the plane’s pilot and three passengers died when the Phenom 300 jet attempted to land at Blackbushe Airport in Hampshire and that no one was injured on the ground.

    Osama Bin Laden’s father, Mohammed Bin Laden, also died in a plane crash in Saudi Arabia in 1967.

    Footage of the Friday’s crash showed plumes of black smoke rising into the sky and several cars on fire in the outdoor area of British Car Auctions, where vehicles were parked awaiting sale.

    The plane which killed Osama’s relatives had taken off from Milan’s Malpensa airport in Italy.

  • Mama Ngina Kenyatta awarded a PhD by JKUAT

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    President Uhuru Kenyatta’s mother,Mama Ngina Kenyatta, was on Friday awarded honorary PhD in Entrepreneurship by Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT).

    Ngina was awarded the certificate alongside other 4000 students who graduated in different categories.

    While speaking during the graduation ceremony, JKUAT chancellor Geoffrey Ole Maloiy stated that the award was meant to recognize the wife of the founding father, the late Mzee Jomo Kenyatta, for her immense contribution in the entrepreneurship sector.

    Kenyatta family own Brookside Dairy, Heritage hotels, Clay Works, Commercial Bank of Africa,500,000 acres of land,Peponi School among other properties. Mama Ngina Kenyatta oversees all the activities involving their properties and she is assisted by Uhuru’s brother, Muhoho Kenyatta.

    The family employs over 20,000 Kenyans and pay huge taxes to the Kenyan Government.

  • Gor Mahia beat Al Khartoum 3-1 to Qualify for Cecafa final

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    Gor Mahia have secured their place in Cecafa Kagame Cup final after beating Al Khartoum of Sudan 3-1 in Dar es Salaam.

    Al Khartoum were the first ones to score through Amin Elmani after three minutes of play but Michael Olunga equalized in the 23rd minute. Innocent Wafula scored the second goal which propelled Gor Mahia to the finals.

    The Kenya Premier League champion seeks redeem their regional image through this trophy; it’s more important to them since they haven’t won any regional silver ware for decades.

    Gor Mahia won the trophy in 1985 and they  are expected to face Azam FC in the finals which is expected to be played at the same pitch.

  • Is Kalonzo Musyoka Broke!See What he Did to This Lady

    A lady by the name Ashley Matheu has come out to protest Kalonzo Musyoka’s actions when they visited his office.

    According to Ashley,Kalonzo called them to his office to discuss youth leadership issues and when  lunch approached he decided to order for them chips costing Sh.70.To make matters worse they heard Kalonzo seriously bargaining; the Cashier sympathized with him and reduced the price to Sh.65.

    They hurriedly ate the chips and disappeared while in shock.

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    Kalonzo taking lunch at his office

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  • Preacher Lucy Natasha and Mike Sonko

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    Recently Mike Sonko claimed that Lucy Natasha is the reason why he can’t miss church services; he had a point!

    The beautiful preacher has come out to explain her relationship with Senator Mike Sonko and the growing number of men who have proposed to marry her.

    The hot Reverend was ordained last year and she has since been spreading the word of God. She has visited more than 20 countries preaching.

    Since Sonko declared that he loves the preacher, more than 25 men have proposed online to the ever smiling Natasha; she has never accepted any proposal.
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    Natasha is Kenyan born and she was raised in Eastlands, schooled in Umoja and went for further studies in South Africa where she graduated with a degree in Public Relations and Theology.

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    She is one of the hottest preachers in Africa.

  • Hotel Pastor Maina Nganga Owns

    Maina Nganga killed a woman on Sunday with his Range Rover,under the influence of alcohol, but he has been defended by Inspector General Joseph Boinett.

    Few Kenyans know that the likes of Nganga are rich but those close to him will tell you that the preacher is not an ordinary Kenyan.

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    This hotel is located in Naivasha and is estimated to be worth over Sh.100,000,000.He reportedly built it in 2012 after collecting tithes for some years.

    The three star hotel can accommodate over 300 people and is designed to offer conference facilities,guest rooms,catering services and meals to many visitors who troop to the famous town.

     

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    This week ,several photos emerged showing part of his vast wealth.For a man who doesn’t have other work to do apart from preaching,many would wonder where the money came from to built such a classic hotel.

    As the drama continue,many things will unfold,which will expose the pastor badly to the extent of forcing him to seek refuge elsewhere.

     

  • Evans Kidero hired Grass

    Evans Kidero hired Grass

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    Shocking video has emerged showing the contractor and workers who were working on Kidaro grass uprooting and transporting it to undisclosed area.

    The workers who started uprooting it at night were found at dawn loading the grass to the vehicle as it is transported to where only Kidero knows.

    Kidero had nowhere to hide when it dawned on him that the grass could not grow  before Obama tours Kenya.It got to a point where President Uhuru Kenyatta satirically encouraged him that it will finally grow.

    Following the video that is circulating in social media, Kidero finally came out to defend himself with this statement:

    “Please take note that NO ONE is uprooting ‪#‎KideroGrass‬. The appointed contractor is restoring the ground in order to do proper planting. #KideroGrass is well on course, the quality of grass selected takes time to grow!”

  • Pressure on Raila Odinga to drop Martha Karua

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    When US President Barack Obama was addressing Kenyans at Kasarani last week, he clearly indicated that there are people in opposition who he’d not like to be associated with.

    During his speech, he stated that someone in opposition did not want America to interfere with the government but she is now in the front line requesting Obama not to work with the government.

    Obama concluded that he is ready to work with the current government because it was legally elected.

    Following such statements, opposition leader Raila Odinga has been forced to go back to the drawing board in order to consolidate his support and even gain more. One of the issues his key advisors are telling him is to drop Martha Karua from his lineup.

    According to one of the advisors, many CORD supporters see Karua as a joy rider, someone who does not have political good will in her backyard.

    Though she has a clean record, the advisor thinks that she is the one Obama was referring to during his speech; he is therefore seen as a liability to CORD.

    Some of the ODM supporters think that Martha Karua is the main reason why Raila Odinga did not become the president in 2007; she was the key member of PNU party under the leadership of Mwai Kibaki.

  • Philip Moi Excused from paying his wife Rossana Pluda Sh.90 million

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    Former Kenyan President’s son Philip Moi is smiling this morning after the court of appeal excused him from paying his wife Sh.90 million.

    Ms.Rosanna Pluda went to court in 2014 and demanded that her husband be compelled to buy her a house either in Runda, Lavington, Kileleshwa, Kilimani, Karen or Sh60 million alternatively.

    Judges Martha Koome, Mohammed Warsame, and Philomena Mwilu said that Philip should not pay the Sh.30 million that the earlier ruling had stated; instead they demanded that his case should be heard and determined first.

    Currently, Philip Moi pays Ms. Rosanna Pluda Sh.150, 000 for maintenance, which he had protested initially but was compelled by the court to pay.

  • Kenya Airways make Sh.25.7bn loss

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    Kenya Airways has posted a record Sh25.7 billion loss after tax attributed to high operating costs and competition from Middle East carriers.

    The Airline also blamed travel advisories, particularly from the UK and United States governments. The advisories were issued due to security threats posed by the Al-Shabaab.

    Speaking during the announcement of the loss, Kenya Airways Chief Executive Officer Mbuvi Ngunze had this to say:

    “We have had turbulent times and this loss is obviously significant. It is, however, important to know that we have made significant investments at a time when the industry generally was going through hard times,”

    Mr.Mbuvi Ngunze took over from Titus Naikuni at a time when Kenya airways had reported a net loss of Sh10.5 billion in 2014.

    Though the national career got a Sh4.2 billion Treasury bailout this year, it’s now obvious the money will not rescue it.

  • Mutahi Ngunyi tells Raila what he doesn’t want to hear: You have expired,Retire to Bondo

    Following US President Obama’s visit to Kenya,Mutahi Ngunyi has resurfaced once again with a clear message to Raila,’Retire from Politics’

    The Political Analyst who accurately predicted the winner of 2013 elections has advised Raila to seek his pension and peacefully retire to save himself from embarrassing moments of 2017 general elections.

    When Obama was addressing Kenyans in Kasarani, he badly embarrassed Raila as he expressed his sentiments about insincere opposition.The US president told the opposition off by arguing that Jubilee is legally elected and he is ready to work with the current government.

    In  the same venue,Obama argued that when some of the  opposition members were in the government they told America not to interfere with government affairs but they now want him to interfere with government affairs when they are in opposition.

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    Raila is expected to throw himself in the 2017 presidential race to challenge President Uhuru Kenyatta.This is likely to be his last time he’ll be trying his luck.

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  • This is How Mike Sonko has planned to beat Kidero in 2017 elections

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    Mike Sonko is the current Senator for Nairobi County and he is going strong each day.

    The Senator is eying the Nairobi Governor seat and he is actively repackaging himself to face the current Governor, Evans Kidero.

    In 2013, he was barred from contesting for the seat due to his academic qualification, immediately the election was over he resorted to enrolling for a degree at Kenya Methodist University; he graduated in July with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration.

    Sonko unveiled his Sonko Rescue team which comprises of several fleet of cars, Ambulances, fire engine vehicles and other vehicles which are used to help Nairobi residents during emergency periods, funerals, weddings and other social services.

    These are some of the essential services Nairobians need most and Sonko became a solution. But this idea was slowed down by President Uhuru’s remarks during Madaraka Day speech.

    During Obama’s trip to Kenya Kidero scored own goal when his grass was highly criticized; even the president’s body language was satirical as he encouraged the Governor that his grass will grow.

    Kidero portrayed a character of someone with poor planning skills and Sonko will use this to beat him in 2017.

    Sonko has also sued Kidero for soiling his name by claiming that the Senator is a drug dealer and bhang smoker; this case will drag and divert Kidero’s attention from serving Nairobi residents.

    In addition, the Governor has another case with Kakamega Senator Bony Khalwale; he is also linked with the collapse of Mumias Sugar. All these challenges are eating him up and de-linking him from the people he ought to serve.

    Finally, the fact that Raila Odinga is not fully behind Kidero makes Sonko smile.

    Kidero has neither been here nor there as far as Politics is concerned, CORD supporters hate him; even Uhuru will not trust him in 2017.

  • Mzee Ojwang’ Burial Photos

    Mzee Ojwang’ Burial Photos

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    Mzee Ojwang’ was born in 1937 and died in 2015.He was an actor in  Vitimbi show and Kenyans loved him to the last man.He played the role of Mama Kayai’s husband and throughout his stay at the program many Kenyans believed that Kayai was his real wife.

    Mzee Ojwang died two weeks ago at Kenyatta National Hospital where he was rushed after feeling chest pains.He died shortly.

    He was one of the few Kenyans who could keep the entire crowd entertained for hours and even demand for more.

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    He will be missed by comedy lovers,close associates and the entire republic for pioneering the comedy industry which has grown tremendously over the past 10 years.

    The industry has given birth to Daniel Ndambuki aka Mwalimu Kingangi,Eric Omondi, Walter mongare aka Nyambane and many other popular comedians in the country.

  • What and how Innovators were rewarded at the Global Entrepreneurship Summit,Kenya

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    Global Entrepreneurship Summit was held in Nairobi, and in attendance was US President Barack Obama and other Entrepreneurs from across the globe.

    The main agenda of the Summit was to bring together entrepreneurs and innovators so that they could show case their skills and encourage upcoming innovators.

    At the end of the summit, young innovators were awarded based on their products and how they influence the society with their skills.

    Below is a summary of how they were rewarded:

    Name                                               Company                           Country                           Amount(dollars)

    Startup Category

    1.Carlo Francisco                           Eido Innova                         Mexico                               25, 000
    2.Taita Ngetich                               Illuminium Greenhouse    Kenya                                15,000
    3.Blessing Mene                             UNFIRE                                Nigeria                               8, 500

    Gabriel Gurovish (Chile) of Snapp won the Honourable Mention and was awarded 2,500 dollars

    Idea Category

    1.Rude Cooke                                   Water Bro                              South Africa                     25, 000
    2.Majisola Ojebode                         Bioresource                           Nigeria                               15, 000
    3.Charles Batte                                Tree Adoption                       Uganda                               8, 500

    Sabira Mehrin Saba (Bangladesh) of Bhitti won the Honourable Mention and was given2, 500 dollars

    Other winners were;-

    Best in Health – $5,000
    Iffat Afar Aga – Pakistan
    Company – DoctHers

    Best in ICT – $5,000
    Ibrahim Bernado – Philippines
    Company – Sari Software Solutions

    Best in Energy – $5,000
    Rudi Cooke – South Africa
    Company – Water Bros

    Best in Agriculture – MasterCard Award – $5,000
    Mojisola Ojebode – Nigeria
    Company – Bioresources

    Best Female Entrepreneur – $5,000
    Mojisola Ojebode – Nigeria
    Company – Bioresources

    Spirit of Tech-I – $2,500
    Samson Fiado – Malawi
    Company – EasyBooks Accounting Package

    S&T Excellence – $3,500
    Patricio Avila – Chile
    Company – Platech

    Potential for Societal Impact – $5,000
    Tendekayi Katsiga – Botswana
    Company – Deaftronics

  • This is what Maendeleo ya wanaume Chairman,Nderitu Njoka, did to his goats

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    The formation of Maendeleo ya Wanawake was so successful that one man, Nderitu Njoka,said enough is enough and decided to form Maendeleo ya Wanaume.

    Though he’s been running around convincing the crowd that indeed men have been neglected, it seems everything he says falls on deaf ears.

    This week as President Obama was busy with his Kenyan tour,Nderitu decided to name one of his goats ‘the beast’, then he thought that was not enough, he took another goat and named it the ‘beetle’

    Since Uhuru and Ruto have done a good job of dealing with alcoholism in Central Kenya, Mr.Nderitu decided to gift them with the two goats.

    He decided to give Uhuru ‘the beast’ and Ruto the ‘beetle’, but before he arrived at state house,he decided to hold a press conference with the media.

    Barely a minute into the conference the ‘beast’ broke free from the rope restraining it and disappeared, Njoka was forced to cut short the brief press conference he was holding with the media.

    He is still looking for his beast.

  • Mzee Ojwang to be buried at Langata Cemetery

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    Former Vitimbi actor Mzee Ojwang will be buried today at Langata Cemetery .Preparations are underway to give this great actor last respect.

    The comedian died earlier this Month at Kenyatta National Hospital where he had been admitted due to chest pains.
    Though he is regarded as a hero, until his death, Benson Wanjau alias Mzee Ojwang was struggling to feed himself due to financial constraints.

    The Vitimbi crew came out this year complaining that they have been neglected by the government; they also accused KBC of under paying them.

    But reports indicate that KBC used to pay most of these actors good salaries, some of them had a starting monthly (not per project) salary of Ksh 250,000. Ojwang’ was paid Ksh 300,000 from 2005 and the money was UNTAXED.