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  • President Kenyatta To Host A Special Summit Over Rising COVID-19 Cases

    President Uhuru Kenyatta will chair the 6th extra-ordinary session of the National and County Governments Summit on Wednesday next week, according to a statement by State House spokesperson Kanze Dena.

    It is a summit that comes at a time the country has witnessed an outright violation of the Ministry of Health protocols by Kenyans, and mostly by the politicians.

    If not shaking hands, some politicians are no longer using face masks, as if the pandemic is long gone.

    Appeals of Health Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe for people to observe the laid-out protocols have largely been ignored.

    “Kenyans should continue to wear facemasks correctly while in public spaces, apply correct hand hygiene at all times, and adhere with the physical and social distancing guidelines and protocols that have been put in place to safeguard our individual and collective health and safety,” the President Uhuru Kenyatta cautioned on Wednesday.

    He added that “By doing so, Kenyans will ensure that our Nation does not lose the hard-fought-for ground secured in the fight against COVID-19, and also that our Nation shall not be compelled to roll-back the easing of the restrictions that Kenyans enjoy today.”

    The summit Will review the trend of the disease and how the infection rate is likely to be in the months of November and December.

    This would spell doom to a struggling economy that has seen the unemployment rate shoot to worrying levels.

    The latest statistics by the government indicate more than 16 million Kenyans are unemployed.

    Millions of others are either surviving on a reduced salary or have been fired.

    When the government lifted some of the restrictions and extended the dusk to dawn curfew hours, there was hope that the country will bounce back until the second wave of coronavirus disease hit.

    The country lost 16 lives on Wednesday to the disease, raising the fatality to 950.

    So far, 32, 258 people have recovered from the disease out of the total caseload of 51, 851 since March.

  • Nairobi Residence Vandalized with Derogatory Graffiti Directed at Samuel Nyamu

    Nairobi Residence Vandalized with Derogatory Graffiti Directed at Samuel Nyamu

    The tranquil streets of Nairobi’s residential neighborhoods were marred by an appalling act of vandalism as the family home of Nelson Mutugi’s alleged partner, Samuel Nyamu, became the target of derogatory graffiti spray-painted across its walls. The offensive act has ignited shock and condemnation within the community. Samuel Nyamu, purportedly the partner of Nelson Mutugi, a prominent gay activist in Nairobi, was taken aback upon discovering the defacement upon his family’s residence. The graffiti, laden with homophobic connotations, has left Nyamu and his family feeling violated and vulnerable.

    Despite promptly reporting the incident to the authorities, no concrete action has been taken, much to the dismay of the Nyamu family and their supporters.

    Speculation abounds that this lack of response may be linked to Samuel Nyamu’s perceived association with Nelson Mutugi, a figure known for his advocacy of LGBTQ+ rights in Kenya.Nelson Mutugi, a vocal champion of LGBTQ+ rights, has faced both admiration and controversy for his activism, which has shed light on the struggles of the community in Kenyan society.

    The alleged ties between Nyamu and Mutugi have fueled speculation that law enforcement may be hesitant to intervene, fearing potential repercussions or backlash. In a statement to the press, Samuel Nyamu expressed profound disappointment at the authorities’ inaction, stressing the importance of seeking justice and holding perpetrators accountable. “No one should endure such hateful acts,” Nyamu declared, urging for solidarity and support in combating discrimination.

    The incident has sparked renewed discussions surrounding LGBTQ+ rights and tolerance in Kenya, prompting calls for greater awareness and acceptance. As investigations into the vandalism persist, the Nyamu family remains steadfast, refusing to succumb to intimidation tactics.

    Efforts to obtain comment from the authorities on the matter have yielded no response thus far. Meanwhile, allies and supporters of the LGBTQ+ community are rallying together, advocating for justice and equality in Nairobi and beyond.