Gachagua’s fate; Jepkosgei’s shoes; Dyana’s hit
Today, we are covering DP Gachagua as the Senate decides on his impeachment, a decision that will shift Kenya’s political landscape. We have a live blog and a live stream. Meanwhile, KRA released?Joyciline Jepkosgei’s detained running shoes after AK’s intervention. Also, dancehall star Dyana Cods is taking the spotlight with her viral hit 'Set It'.
THE BIG TAKE
Gachagua's fate hangs on Senate decision today
Senators will decide the fate of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua today at a much-anticipated moment in the ongoing impeachment saga. The outcome will reshape the power dynamics within the government. All eyes are on the Senate as tensions simmer in political circles. Will Gachagua weather the storm? The Senate's decision could either boost his political standing or consign him to political oblivion. As the debate unfolds, all eyes are on the Senate chambers for what promises to be a pivotal moment in Kenya's political landscape.? ?
Jepkosgei's shoes drama at customs
Joyciline Jepkosgei's briefly hit a snag after KRA detained 40 pairs of running shoes she brought from Chicago for her training camp in Iten (Read: AK slams 'unwarranted' criticism of Chepng’etich’s world record). Athletics Kenya (AK) intervened to get the shoes released but warned athletes to comply with customs procedures (Read: Five athletes in four weeks: Death of athletes shock athletics fraternity). Jepkosgei, who was unaware of the requirement to notify AK, thanked them for their support and said the shoes were for her fellow athletes and not for sale (Read: How simple cup of tea landed Kenyan athlete 3-month ban). The KRA emphasised that donations and gifts over $2,000 (Sh260,000) are subject to duty. AK warned athletes to declare equipment in advance to avoid problems at customs as the rules will be strictly enforced in future.? ?
Dyana Cods 'sets it' with sensational hit
Dyana Cods, a 23-year-old dancehall star, is taking Kenya by storm with her viral hit "Set It". The song's music video garnered over six million views before it was taken down amid controversy (Read: A chat with self-taught producer behind ‘Anguka Nayo’ hit). Growing up between Kisumu and Nairobi, Dyana dropped out of journalism school to pursue music full-time, describing herself as both "shy and wild" (Read: Anguka Nayo: The anthems powering Kenya’s Gen Z revolt). Despite facing industry challenges and copyright battles, Dyana says her humble upbringing and spiritual journey have kept her grounded (Read: ‘Ndovu ni Kuu’ will be back on YouTube, Khaligraph Jones, Krispah vow). With "Set It" dominating TikTok and streaming platforms, the rising star is hoping for international collaborations and has her sights set on future female hip-hop projects (Read: Otile Brown speaks after YouTube deletes songs).
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Today's newspapers
The Daily Nation leads with 'Gachagua’s date with destiny'. Business Daily leads with 'CBK summons bank bosses for not cutting lending rates' sale blocked'. Taifa Leo leads with 'ATAJIKOMBOA'.
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Gachagua's lawyer Paul Muite questions summoning of EACC officials as witnesses
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