Travel to Mombasa is not only about palm-fringed pristine-white beaches. Travellers also visit to see and learn about the historical monuments found here such as Pembe za Ndovu (elephant tusks), Keingeleni (the bell place) and Fort Jesus. I have made it a routine to stop over by the historical Pembe za Ndovu. In fact, locals say you haven’t visited Mombasa if you miss out on the chance to...
A woman who stole over Sh1 million from a reveller who had invited her for a drink at a local joint in Embakasi, was last evening arrested by serious crimes detectives and placed behind bars. What began as a night of merry making with a happy ending in sight, turned out to be the man’s worst nightmare of his lifetime. This is after he found himself in hospital the following evening fighting for...
You’ve followed your moving checklist to plan and organize a very successful move. Now, you’ve safely reached your new home and you can’t wait to mark properly the beginning of this exciting stage in your life. After all, it’s not every day that you get to organize a perfect move without any major hiccups along the way. You have every reason to be proud of yourself. Unfortunately, it’s way too...
Follow these steps: Open a new SMS message. Type the first part of your account number in the message field. For example, if your account number is 998877-01, just type 998877. Send this message to 95551. In a few seconds you will receive an automatic reply with your account balance...
In Kenya, as in many parts of the world, the design and planning of commercial interiors go beyond aesthetics, focusing significantly on functionality, cultural relevance, and user experience. Here's a dissection into how different commercial spaces in Kenya are tailored to meet these needs: Hospitals The interior design of hospitals in Kenya is driven by the need for efficiency, hygiene,...
Presidential awards include the Order of The Golden Heart, Order of the Burning Spear and Order of the Grand Warrior; Order of the Golden Heart This is the highest-ranking award. It is divided into three categories based on seniority i.e Chief, Elder and Moran. Chief of the Order of the Golden Heart (CGH) This is the highest...
When embarking on the journey of building your dream home, one of the critical aspects to consider is the finishing design. This stage not only breathes life into the architectural blueprint but also defines the aesthetic and functional essence of your space. Here's how the timing of your involvement can significantly impact the outcome: The Optimal Moment: The Initial Brief The best time...
1. THE SAMAESAN HOLE It is the deepest dive site in the Gulf of Thailand, plummeting 280 feet. The hole is in Samaesan Bay, where there are very strong currents, and it's also an inland waterway with heavy daily tanker traffic. 2. THE YAP AND PALAU TRENCHES The Yap Trench is an oceanic trench near Yap Island in the western Pacific Ocean. The trench forms the...
"The greatest tragedy in life is not death, but a life without a purpose." "The greatest discovery in life is self-discovery. Until you find yourself you will always be someone else. Become yourself." "God did not create woman from man’s head, that he should command her, nor from his feet, that she should be his slave, but rather from his side, that she should be near his heart.” "Everyone was...
The bus is believed to ply the Nairobi-Githurai route. CCTV footage showed a bus overturning along the Thika...
Chris Kirubi was a flamboyant businessman to whom money gave the choicest things in life. He drove the most expensive German cars, wore designer apparels, owned seven companies, a thriving radio station for urban masses and high-rise buildings in the city where he maintained penthouses. If you ever wanted to get money from Chris Kirubi, your best would be to use the route of education: ask him to pay...
Nairobi’s Gigiri suburb is home to the most expensive houses in the capital as Kitengela emerged as the least expensive neighbourhood. A new survey shows while also indicating that on average, property prices fell for the first time in over a decade. On average, homes cost about Sh119.3 million in Gigiri, which neighbours the United Nations complex, while stand-alone homes of more than four-bedrooms...
There exists numerous fairy tales behind names of a majority of estates in Nairobi are shrouded in mystery, speculation, while others have a fascinating history. With mystery, it remains to be known the meaning of names such as Buruburu, Kariobangi, Dandora, and Githurai. Others are a product of speculation and include names such as Dagoretti Corner (Great Corner), Kariokor (Carrier Corps),...
When one needs to extend or renew a land lease an application is first lodged at the relevant County Government office within which the land is located. This means that the County Land Management Boards (CLMB) of the NLC will play a vital role. Before the same is approved the application is considered by the sections dealing with public health, roads, rates, water and sewerage among others. The...
All application for land title deeds and transfer of ownership are done with the help of a lawyer. Kenya has 47 counties and each county has a different land rates details. Some of the steps of acquiring a land title deed can be done on-line while others are done in person. The steps of acquiring a land title deed are as follows. Step 1:Obtain Official land search This stage is very important...
Construction works on Nairobi’s tallest apartment in Kenya commenced last year after Chinese billionaire Zeyun Yang launched the development. “This iconic project is bound to change the Nairobi skyline as it will be the first project of its magnitude in East and Central Africa; that will give its residents access to the beautiful panoramic views of Nairobi,” said Zeyun Yang. The high-rise...
https://twitter.com/oriewos/status/1579505758416556032 The Ugandan government has dismissed social media claims that a group of paratroopers whose failed landing elicited criticism belong to Uganda People's Defence Force (UPDF). Taking to social media on Thursday, UPDF spokesperson Brigadier Flavia Byekwaso denied association with the four paratroopers whose 'clumsy' landing in a stadium...
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