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MUTUA TO BUILD AIRPORT AT NEW MACHAKOS TOWN

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Machakos County Governor Dr. Alfred Mutua approached Nema for approval to build an airport in Machakos town to boost regional trade and tourism. Located at Muvuti-Kiima-Kimwe Ward within the proposed New Machakos town, the Machakos Airport will sit on 104 hectares – about 8.5% of the planned 892-hectare town. The project involves construction of a taxiway, passenger and presidential terminals, as well as a 1.35km runway, and other amenities such as link roads and a water treatment plant. “The runway will be 1350m long and 45m wide. At both ends of the runway, a stop way will be constructed. The runway shoulders will be 7.5m wide and a Runway End Safety Area (RESA) of 180m length and 160m width will be provided at both ends of the runway,” Machakos says in its project report. The Machakos Airport’s passenger terminal, the airfield’s main terminal, will comprise 10 check-in counters, six security check points, 10 gates, six passenger boarding bridges, and immigration counters for arrival...
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Orengo exudes confidence in winning appeal on BBI Bill ruling!

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 " Prepare for a referendum despite the high court ruling" These were the words of Siaya senetor James Orengo exuding confidence in the fourth coming appeal case against the perceived infamous high-court ruling. Speaking to a congregation he portrayed no signs of doubt with the battery of judges set for a bruising battle at the courts. "After we have finished the judicial process, we go back to the race of ensuring the constitutional changes that have been proposed in the constitution of Kenya Amendment Bill are passed by the people of Kenya." "...and at the end of it we go through the referendum and in the new leadership of Kenya." Orengo has been on the frontline in championing for constitutional changes. The renown lawyer has been proven and tested. Big test among them was the overturning of the 2017 presidential elections. Also Rongai Member of Parliament Raymond Moi has exuded confidence in the battery of lawyers picked to appeal the High Court ruling...
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Body of missing businessman Bashir Mohammed found!

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The body of Bashir Mohamed has been found at Kerugoya Level 5 Hospital mortuary.                                                   [Picture above: The late Bashir Mohamed] The Somali-American businessman went missing from Kilimani in Nairobi on Thursday, May 13. Bashir’s body was retrieved from River Nyamindi last Sunday, May 16, where it had been dumped by unknown people. Kirinyaga county criminal investigating officer (CCIO) Kiplagat Korir said they took the body to Kerugoya Level 5 Hospital mortuary awaiting identification. Police say it took time to identify him as his face was disfigured and he had injuries on his body. Korir said they took fingerprints from the body for identification and that is when it was established to be Mohamud Bashir Mohammed. “We were informed that there was a body at River Nyamindi’s bed, that is Sunday last week (16/05/2021), we vi...
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Diamonds Sister Allegedly Turns To Witchcraft To Bring Down Zuchu

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 Apparently Diamonds sister and Zuchu are engaging in a bruising battle. Zuchu has thrown shade at Queen Darleen. Just like Zuchu, who is also signed under WCB, days after Bongo celebrity Masha Love went viral after claiming she and Queen Darleen have been seeking witchcraft to bring Zuchu down in her career. Zuchu has now taken to social media to slam Queen Darleen for her alleged actions. “One Of the biggest lessons I’ve learned from my journey is that the bigger you grow, the fake people around you become. Fame has a price and in most cases, it is losing people. People u possibly thought u knew or trusted become strangers in no time. Wow. But hey. It’s called real life.” Zuchu was signed under WCB early last year and has blown up with hits like ‘Sukari’ and ‘Number One’. In 2019, Queen Darleen, came out to admit that she indeed believes and practices witchcraft. The singer had released a song dubbed Tawire, one that talks about people who go to Waganga (witchdoctors). Asked abou...
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KRA Destroys Kshs 1.0 Billion Worth of Unauthorized Goods!

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 The products seized from various traders in Nairobi and its environs were being sold in contravention of the Excise Duty Act and various regulations and would have resulted in a loss of taxes worth over Kshs. 400 million. Among the products destroyed were 379,760 bottles of spirits, 60 drums of raw spirit, 35,615 bottles of beer, 11,000 bottles of wine, and 197,000 packets of cigarettes. Several rolls of counterfeit excise stamps were also destroyed. The destruction exercise marked a significant milestone in the fight against illicit trade and contraband goods in the country. The exercise further underscores the government’s commitment and determination in eradicating the illicit trade in the country. KRA impounded the products during various operations carried out in collaboration with the multi-agency team. This team, established by the President in May 2018, is responsible for combating illicit trade. It consists of various government agencies including the Office of the Presid...
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Starbucks Opening In Kenya?

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  Rising above vast deserts, grassy plains and ancient lava flows, the mountains of Kenya are renowned for growing some of the world’s most prized coffees. Central Kenya to be specific has over the years led the line in the production of coffee both for local consumption and export. Kenya seems to be comfortably poised with different brands of coffee sprouting countrywide. Top among the list are;   Kenya African Blend ,  Java House, Volcanica Kenya  and Gevalia special reserve.  These are just but a few to mention. However renown Starbucks coffee seemed to be pulling their seat towards this well-laid table. A story broke out that Starbucks, one of the leading coffee houses in the world, was setting up shop in Kenya. We wasted no time in sharing our opinions about this new luxe brand opening here before Larry Madowo shared the facts, and quashed our dreams.  BBC's Nairobi-based  journalist Larry Madowo had to email the Starbucks team who confirmed ...
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How to Build Self Confidence in 12 Steps!

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  Do yo wish you had more confidence and more self esteem? Confidence is most important in everyone’s life. Here are a few reasons whey it is so important? -Self confidence is important in everyone’s life, because it gives courage, self-esteem and assertiveness. When self-confidence is present, you are not afraid to take risks and to try new things. -Self-confidence is essential for a happy and successful life. -It is a quality of character that most people appreciate. -When you possess confidence, you do not allow people’s words and actions to affect you how you feel. When you are confident you do not take things too personally. This means a more peaceful life. -When you improve your self confidence, you improve your emotional and mental health. -Most people are not born with this quality of character. However, you can build it up. You can build self-confidence by changing your mindset and your attitude toward life, even if various personal experiences in the past caused you to lo...
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BUILDING A NEW HABIT

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According to researchers at Duke University, habits account for about 40 percent of our behaviors at any given day. Therefore understanding how to build new habits is essential for making progress in your health, happiness and life in general. Let's see how we can create new habits that stick with us for as long as we can live we them... 1. Start with small habits Research shows that willpower is like a muscle. It gets worn-out as you use it throughout the day. Rather than trying to meditate for 10 minutes a day, why not start with 1 minute. Make it easy enough that you can do it without motivation. 2. Increase your habit in  very small ways Success is a few simple disciplines, practiced everyday, while failure is simply a few errors in judgment repeated daily. One percent improvements do add up quickly. So do one percent declines Rather than trying to do something amazing from the beginning, why not start with something small and gradually improve? 3.As you build up, break habits ...
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