Bar owners want state to make vetting outcome public

Pubs, entertainment and restaurants owners now want the government to make public findings of the vetting process, amid what they term “continued harassment” by law enforcers and losses from closure of businesses. Through their lobby–Pubs, Entertainment and Restaurants Association of Kenya (PERAK), they also want the state to provide adequate timeframe for businesses to engage…

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Police summon NCPB, Kebs officials over fake fertilizer

Detectives have summoned several officials from government agencies responsible for handling the distribution of fake fertilizer. The first group to undergo questioning, from Friday through Sunday, included representatives from the Kenya Bureau of Standards (KeBS) and suppliers. Those from the National Cereals and Produce Board (NCPB) are expected at the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) …

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KK Mwenyewe Hospitalised After Attempt to Each Chili Over Man United’s Loss to Chelsea

KK Mwenyewe, an online comedian whose claim to fame is his impersonation of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, is hospitalized. Why did KK Mwenyewe eat pepper? The entertainer’s goose was cooked after he said that his team, Manchester United, would defeat Chelsea on Thursday, April 4, in an English Premier League match. Chelsea edged out the…

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Keroche Breweries, 23 alcohol manufacturers risk losing licences

Keroche Breweries, associated with Nakuru Senator Tabitha Karanja, and London Distillers are among 24 alcohol manufacturers that could lose their licenses in 21 days if they do not comply with the government’s listed guidelines to continue operating. Interior Cabinet Secretary Prof Kithure Kindiki said through a statement on Friday that only three manufacturers and distillers…

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