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Ann Nyathira

2026-05-042026-08-13

In coverage

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  1. May 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    Pet cremation: The pain, grief and hard decisions when pawed loved ones die By Ann Nyathira May 04, 2026 10:41 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Pets often grow to become more than household

    Pet cremation: The pain, grief and hard decisions when pawed loved ones die

Yesterday

  1. Eliud Owalo announces 2027 presidential bid after Cabinet exit

    Eliud Owalo, a long-time political strategist who served as Cabinet Secretary for Information, Communications and the Digital Economy under President William Ruto, has announced his intention to run for president in 2027, saying he is now ready to work for Kenyans after years advising other candidates.

    22 hours ago · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 5 August

  1. Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko discusses personal health transformation

    Mike Sonko says he has undergone significant personal change, including losing more than 20 kilogrammes, quitting alcohol, and reducing nightlife while becoming more focused on faith, family and philanthropy. The transformation began in December when he weighed 98.9 kilogrammes and consulted a nutritionist, adopting a diet of traditional foods while avoiding carbs, starch and fatty foods; he now weighs 77.6 kilogrammes.

    5 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 2 August

  1. Gachagua criticises Ruto's Vision 2060, prioritises farm crisis

    Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has criticised President William Ruto's Vision 2060 development plan, arguing the government should instead address immediate agricultural and economic hardships facing Kenyans, particularly farmers struggling with falling earnings and rising production costs.

    2 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 28 July

  1. Former Raila aide Jakakimba joins UDA, eyes Suba North seat

    Silas Jakakimba, a lawyer and political strategist who spent 19 years working alongside former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, has joined the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and now serves as UDA Secretary for Homa Bay County. He is focused on winning the Suba North parliamentary seat in the 2027 General Election.

    28 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 17 July

  1. Sirisia MP Waluke denies stealing in 67-year NCPB conviction

    Sirisia MP John Waluke has spoken publicly about his 67-year prison sentence in the National Cereals and Produce Board maize scandal, maintaining that he never stole public funds and that the case was a breach of contract rather than a criminal matter, which he characterizes as politically motivated.

    17 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Sirisia MP Waluke claims NCPB conviction was politically motivated

    Sirisia MP John Waluke, convicted and sentenced to 67 years in prison or a hefty fine in the National Cereals and Produce Board maize scandal, maintains he never stole public funds and argues the dispute stemmed from a breach of contract between his company and the government that he characterizes as political.

    17 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 9 July

  1. Deputy Speaker Gladys Boss reflects on Judiciary exit, politics

    Deputy Speaker Gladys Boss, formerly Chief Registrar of the Judiciary, discussed her dismissal in 2013, her role during the 2022 General Election tally at Bomas, and navigating politics as a woman in an interview on Citizen Digital's Beyond the Headlines Show.

    9 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 17 June

  1. Nairobi restaurant introduces robotic servers to enhance customer experience

    Robot Café, among Kenya's first restaurants to use robotic servers, deploys machines to carry trays and serve customers. The General Manager says the move reflects Nairobi's reputation as a technology hub and aims to introduce innovation to the hospitality industry.

    17 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 2 June

  1. CCTV in school dorms: Kenyans divided on safety vs. privacy

    The Utumishi Academy dormitory fire has sparked debate over whether schools should install CCTV cameras inside student dormitories. CCTV footage has become crucial evidence in the investigation, with authorities using it to reconstruct events leading up to the fire, but Kenyans are divided on whether surveillance in private sleeping spaces is justified by safety concerns.

    2 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 28 May

  1. Gen Z protester speaks out after 21 months hiding

    Ezekiel Kyama, one of the recognizable faces of the June 25, 2024 Parliament breach during anti-Finance Bill protests, has resurfaced publicly after 21 months in hiding, citing fears for his safety following reports of abductions and killings targeting protesters.

    28 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 4 May

  1. Pet cremation and grief management when beloved animals die

    Pets often become family members and emotional anchors, and their loss can be deeply painful. When a pet dies unexpectedly at home, owners face difficult decisions while grieving; knowing what steps to take in advance can help reduce stress during this difficult time.

    4 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

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