Sapphire Hotel opens modern gym as wellness demand grows in Mombasa
MOMBASA County—Jan 25, 2026—Sapphire Hotel Mombasa, located within Mombasa Island near the Central Business District (CBD), has launched a modern gym in response to the growing demand for wellness-focused spaces among urban professionals, business travelers and city residents. Speaking during the launch, Sapphire Hotel General Manager John Yegon said the new facility reflects a shift […]
Othaya church chaos sparks questions, Murkomen promises investigation
NYERI County—Jan 25, 2026—The chaotic disruption of a church service at Witima ACK Church in Othaya, Nyeri County on Sunday, where former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua was present, has sparked nationwide concern and questions over police conduct. Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen expressed grave concern over the incident, calling violence anywhere, and especially in a […]
Gachagua denies arrest, alleges attack during Othaya church service
NYERI, County – Jan 25, 2026—Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has dismissed rumours that he was arrested during a chaotic incident at the ACK Witima Church in Othaya, Nyeri County, during Sunday’s church service. In a statement shared on social media, Gachagua said he was evacuated to safety by his private security and has since […]
U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau to visit Kenya
NAIROBI, Kenya—Jan 25, 2026—United States Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau has confirmed that he will visit Kenya as part of a wider diplomatic tour of Africa that begins today and runs through early February. The visit forms part of Landau’s first major engagement on the continent since assuming office and will also take him […]
Worship turns chaotic, police disperse opposition leaders
OTHAYA, Nyeri County — Jan 25, 2026—A Sunday church service at Witima ACK Church in Othaya, Nyeri County was disrupted after police moved in to disperse opposition leaders who had attended the service, triggering chaos among congregants. Witnesses said the incident occurred mid-service when security officers fired tear gas near the church compound, forcing worshippers […]