Until the recent fire that broke into the facility and broke headlines majority of watu wa bara had probably never heard of Mombasa Hospital one of the oldest biggest medical institutions in the region. The History of the Mombasa Hospital begins in 1891 when the Imperial British East Africa Company, which had been granted its charter from Queen Victoria only three years earlier, received a substantial...
The 11am incident that left employees and customers at Nairobi West’s Equity bank branch heavily shaken yesterday, the man identified as Boniface Ouma,29, stormed the banking hall after stabbing a guard severely on his back. The guard from BM security was on routine duty conducting security checks on unsuspecting customers, when the man descended on his back with the sharp object. The...
Former Homeboyz Radio presenter Shaffie Weru has threatened to sue his former employer Radio Africa Group for “unfair and unlawful termination” of his employment. Weru, who was the Programs Controller at the station, targetted the radio’s general manager with a demand later in which he wants to be paid a sum of Sh21 million in damages. Before his dismissal on March 27, the media personality had...
The most dangerous place for women in the entire county can be revealed today — Kawangware. It tops the list of Nairobi neighbourhoods where women are routinely subjected to rape, sex assaults, beatings and other forms of abuse. And it is followed in the local list of shame by Kibera, Kenya’s biggest slum. Then come Rongai, Kayole and Githurai as the places where women most fear to...
https://twitter.com/i/status/1594563571291066368 The five-storey building in Ruiru Town that was evacuated when cracks were seen on its pillars yesterday has collapsed. Tragedy averted by the Kiambu County...
Treasury bills are a secure, short-term investment, offering you returns after a relatively short commitment of funds. Treasury bill rates in Kenya are attractive, providing an excellent investment opportunity that is readily available, as they are auctioned each week. Treasury bills are sold at a discount. This means that investors choose the amount that they will receive when the bill matures, or the...
We are looking for Joint Venture partner for a project to sub-divide, market and sell plots out of 15 acres land in Longonot. The land is flat, facing Mt. Longonot, touching old Naivasha road, close to railway line, Longonot gate and planned railway inland container deport / station. Area of the land touching tarmac is ideal for commercial plots and the other residential. For comparison, 1/2 acre plots...
Karen is a suburb of Nairobi in Kenya, lying south-west of Nairobi central business district. The suburb of Karen borders the Ngong Forest and is home to the Ngong Racecourse. It is also known for its large European population. Karen and Langata jointly form a somewhat isolated area of mid to high-income residents. Karen was previously within Ngong County. After Nairobi received city...
With a local bank putting up for sale one hundred acres of land belonging to Urithi Housing Co-operative Society, the housing bubble for one of Kenya’s leading real estate developers appears to have burst, and left thousands of its members in a quandary. Urithi is one of the major developers who emerged to cash in on the Kibaki-era housing boom and which saw several gated community enclaves emerge in...
A house becomes a home when it fully reflects the owners’ style and preferences. Architects and interior designers alike often hit a snag when doing so for large families with members from different age groups. Parents and children have diverse needs when it comes to shared spaces and privacy. They have a unique personal style that needs to be incorporated into the design plans. Design your...
A conference call works as follows: You make one call and then add a second call. Touch an icon on the phone’s touchscreen and then everyone is talking. Steps: Phone the first person. After the call connects and you complete a few pleasantries, touch the Add Call icon. . After touching that icon, or a similar icon, the first person is put on hold. Dial the second person. You...
New revelations have emerged into the mysterious killing of Nairobi Hospital Acting Finance Director Eric Maigo who was stabbed to death nearly two weeks ago. Sources privy to the investigations intimated that the suspect believed to be a minor now claims she stabbed Maigo in self-defence, and that she was a victim of rape. She reportedly told detectives that Maigo picked her up by the roadside as...
Scammers have learned how to exploit the housing demand in Kenya and target Nairobi which is home to a population of about 4.4 million. The shortage of proper and affordable housing has created an enormous number of desperate people clamouring for the few affordable houses available - hence becoming easy targets for unscrupulous agents. Too Good to be True One of the most popular house hunting...
Joseph Kinyua has retired. He handed over the mantle of Head of Public Service to Felix Kosgei who was appointed by President William Ruto. This puts an end to one of the most illustrious careers in public service that has seen him serve in four administrations. A man who started of as a high school principal In his short speech, after he ushered in his predecessor, Kinyua termed his...
After the construction that lasted 35 years, Nairobi was bequeathed the All Saints’ Cathedral, a magnificent building rich in symbolism that seeks to mirror the spiritual journey of an Anglican. Located at the intersection of Kenyatta Avenue and Processional Way, the building has been a crucial element in the history of the country over the 102 years it has been in existence.The building was...
Located in Nyeri, about a 3 hour drive from the capital Nairobi, Treetops lodge is famous both locally and internationally. The tree house lodge is located in Aberdare National Park, and it is in this house where Queen Elizabeth II was declared the queen at only 25 years old, following the demise of her father. She climbed up into the lodge as a princess and came down the next day a queen. This...
Without proper marketing, you’ll never make any money in real estate. Whether renting, selling, buying, or any other activity, these techniques will help you find the solutions to the issues you face. 1. Bandit Signs – You’ve seen them before – those rectangular, often handwritten signs, that advertise “THIS LAND IS NOT FOR SALE” or a variety of other sales information. While tacky and well...
Bamboo flooring is an excellent choice for people who want to make their home more environmentally friendly without spending too much money on installing new flooring materials. Bamboo is a sustainable and renewable resource that doesn’t require any chemical treatment. This means that it’s not going to harm the environment when you install it in your living room or anywhere else in your home. Bamboo...
You can now renew your Driving License online from the comfort of your home, office, or Cybercafé and pay using mobile money, Debit cards, Credit cards and Mobile banking. STEP 1- Logon tohttps://ntsa.ecitizen.go.ke and signup, ( if already registered sign in. ) STEP 2- Click on National Transport Safety Authority link and choose driving license renewal. Enter your Ref no found at Cof C the numbers in...
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