Nairobi Express

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A Kenyan domestic worker, identified as Esther Wanja Muthoni, has been sentenced to 100 lashes and one year of banishment by a court in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, after being found guilty of having sex outside marriage. The 40-year-old mother of five reportedly became pregnant following a relationship with an Egyptian man and gave birth to a son in August 2025. She has since struggled to return to Kenya with her child due to legal and documentation challenges. Muthoni reportedly went through the court proceedings without a lawyer and did not appeal the ruling, hoping to avoid further delays in returning home. It remains unclear when the punishment will be carried out.

A hilarious incident has gone viral after a mother allegedly attempted to evade loan recovery agents who had shown up at her home following repeated unsuccessful attempts to reach her over an unpaid loan. Things took an unexpected turn when the agents reportedly threatened to carry her away together with her bed, prompting her to quickly crawl underneath it in an attempt to hide.

Tesoti has shared a disturbing account of how two men allegedly broke into her house at around 3AM, woke her up with a slap and threatened her with a knife. She says the intruders ordered her to remain silent as they ransacked her house and stole her television, radio, clothes, bedsheets, food supplies, perfumes and other valuables. According to her account, one of the men threatened to sexually assault her and his accomplice before she could keep her phone. Tesoti says she pleaded with them to spare her phone so she could communicate with her family. She has since appealed to social media users to avoid victim-blaming, insisting that what happened was a robbery in which she was also nearly sexually assaulted.

A man identified as Ntomitindi from Meru has attracted attention for his unusual ability to handle bees. He is seen moving around with swarms of bees clinging to his clothes and body without appearing to be harmed. Ntomitindi is said to possess a rare talent for handling and even communicating with the bees.

Kenyans online raise questions about the health benefits of eating sweet potatoes with their skin and fried eggs for breakfast after content creator Jerotich goes viral for her daily breakfast videos.

A man identified as the Kenyan Prince has been spotted in a nightclub washing revellers' hands with alcohol reportedly worth more than KSh 500,000.

A tailor has sparked discussion online after critically analysing the outfit comedian Eddie Butita wore during Charlene Ruto’s wedding. He pointed out several styling and fitting issues, including the blazer’s length, tight shoulders, trouser measurements, ankle socks and choice of shoes, arguing that although the outfit had a good concept, its execution fell short.

Rwandan woman living in Nairobi claims Kenyan young men show little interest in her, saying only older men approach her.

A daughter shares a video capturing her final moments with her mother before she was confirmed among the victims who died after being trapped beneath the rubble of the collapsed building in Eastleigh.

A video has gone viral showing a fruit vendor in Mombasa Old Town selling a foreigner a single slice of pineapple for KSh300 (approximately $2.30). The sliced pineapple is said to normally go for just KSh20 (approximately $0.15), sparking debate over the need for honesty and fair pricing when serving customers, regardless of whether they are locals or tourists.

Jaber Nyoremo has shared emotional tributes following the death of 23-year-old Latifa Akumu Orimba, revealing that she was mourning her late mother less than a month before her own death. In his posts, Nyoremo alleges that Latifa was killed at a man’s house after rejecting his romantic advances, before her body was tied, placed in three Nigerian bags and dumped into Nithi River near Nithi Bridge. He identifies a man named James as the alleged main suspect and also mentions Dan, Jemo and other alleged accomplices, demanding justice for Latifa and expressing heartbreak over her death.

A Kenyan man has sparked debate online after criticising Gen Zs over their dressing style, particularly their preference for oversized baggy outfits and Crocs. He mocked the fashion trend, claiming that some young people wear dirty Crocs and walk like ducks, going as far as describing the generation as miserable.

Geoffrey Mosiria has responded to Babu Owino after the Embakasi East MP took a swipe at his intelligence, describing his brain cells as ice cream that melts under pressure. Mosiria hit back with a sarcastic response, accusing Babu of failing to sustain intelligent arguments and questioning his ability to engage in meaningful debate. He added that Nairobi needs brains, not noise.

Police have arrested Augustine Mjomba Mwadime at DC Stage along Jogoo Road for allegedly impersonating a GSU sergeant and extorting members of the public. Officers recovered a forged police appointment certificate, fake service number, handcuffs and two keys.

Jaymo Ule Msee has responded to critics following his emotional appeal for financial support, accusing some people, including friends and colleagues, of secretly celebrating his financial struggles while pretending to support him. He described such people as “wachawi,” claiming they are happy when others go through difficult times. Jaymo defended his decision to ask for help, insisting that there is nothing wrong with a man seeking assistance and maintaining that his content will return. He also confirmed that his new series, The Prodigal Creator’s Life, will premiere on Monday, November 9, 2026.

Babu Owino has hit back at Geoffrey Mosiria following his concerns over alleged KCSE examination leaks, mocking his understanding of examination predictions in a sharp response on X.

South C resident questions increasing number of men at women’s hair salons, says she is uncomfortable finding men at establishments where women get their hair done.