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Pritty Vishy Planning To Undergo More Cosmetic Surgery
Kenyan influencer Pritty Vishy has announced her plans for further cosmetic surgery, continuing her highly publicised body transformation journey. The influencer shared her intentions via her Instagram stories on April 20, 2026, playfully addressing critics and reinforcing her stance on personal body choices. Additionally, digital content creator Lydia Wanjiru issued a strong response to social media speculation about her physique, specifically addressing rumors of a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) and labeling them 'Maffrrpembe'. Meanwhile, a romantic evening for Kenyan celebrity couple Bahati and Diana Marua turned tense over a disagreement about cosmetic body enhancements, with Bahati telling Diana Marua that BBL's stink.
Octopizzo Opens Up About Being Dumped By First Baby Mama Over Poverty
Kenyan hip-hop artist Octopizzo shared a poignant story about his past, revealing that his first baby mama left him due to his struggles with poverty in Kibera, stating he had nothing during that period. Nurse Judy separately shared a poignant account of her family's descent from comfort to hardship, a dramatic shift triggered by her father's death from HIV and the subsequent loss of their wealth. Additionally, Kenyan lawmaker Peter Salasya shared his ambitions for his young daughter, wishing for her to become a surgeon and own a hospital, while also reminiscing about the day she was conceived.
Fred Matiang’i Rules Out 2027 Alliance With President Ruto
Fred Matiang'i, Jubilee Deputy Party Leader, declared he will not form a political alliance with President William Ruto and the UDA party for the 2027 General Election, citing a history of fractured relationships when asked if he was from Mars. Separately, controversial preacher Victor Kanyari, popularly known as Prophet Kanyari, officially declared his intention to run for the Kasarani Member of Parliament seat in the 2027 General Elections. Nominated senator Karen Nyamu has also pledged to adopt a more modest public style following her coronation as an Agikuyu Nyakinyua elder, a role that demands discipline and moral leadership.
President Ruto Defends Kenya’s Higher Fuel Prices
President William Ruto defended Kenya's higher fuel prices compared to its East African neighbors, attributing the difference to the nation's middle-income status and superior road infrastructure. The National Transport and Safety Authority will now conduct mandatory vehicle inspections on private vehicles, expanding its oversight beyond public service vehicles. Separately, COTU Secretary General Francis Atwoli issued an ultimatum to employers, threatening to bar non-compliant companies from attending this year's Labour Day celebrations on May 1 if they fail to honor Collective Bargaining Agreements and adjust workers' wages.
