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Woman charged over alleged Sh2.1mn theft

Christine Njeri Wanjiru appeared before trial Magistrate Juliana Ndengeri on Friday where she was charged with stealing by director contrary to Section 282 of the Penal Code.

  • Christine Njeri Wanjiru charged with Sh2.1mn theft in Kenya
  • Director accused of stealing company property between June and August 2026
  • Arrested on August 27, released on Sh1m bail

Russia’s Energy Crisis Puts Kazakhstan in a Tough Spot

Kazakhstan is trying to keep the Kremlin at arm’s length amid Russian efforts to lean on Central Asian states for help in bolstering Moscow’s staggering war economy.

  • Kazakhstan faces energy crisis amid Russia's war in Ukraine
  • Kazakhstan refuses to export oil and gas to Russia due to sanctions risk
  • Kazakhstan conducts military exercises to deter Russian intimidation

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