Ian C. Chelal

Advocate of the High Court of Kenya.
Senior Partner - CKC Advocates LLP.

[Moe @moneyacademyKE]

Kenya has been ranked the 7th largest economy in Africa, with GDP of $151 billion, according to the latest IMF data

Here are the top African economies by GDP:
South Africa — $489 billion
Egypt — $443 billion
Nigeria — $387 billion
Algeria — $332 billion
Morocco — $196 billion
Angola — $157 billion
Kenya — $151 billion
Ghana — $129 billion
Ethiopia — $127 billion
DR Congo — $122 billion
Côte d’Ivoire — $110 billion
Tanzania — $96 billion
Uganda — $72 billion

[Kenya Forest Service @KeForestService]

STATUS OF KARURA FOREST AND MUTHAIGA GOLF CLUB
     I.         Karura Forest was surveyed in the early 1920s with the Survey being registered in 1923.
   II.         The Forest covering approximately 1,041.1 hectares was declared as a Forest Reserve vide Proclamation No. 44 of 1932. Later, like all the other state forests that were gazetted prior to independence, this forest was declared a Central Forest vide Legal Notice No. 174 of 20th  May 1964.
 III.         Muthaiga Golf club claims ownership of LR No. 13134/3 which encroaches onto Karura gazetted Forest by 21.8Ha. Approx.
 IV.         Owing to the difference in ownership positions between the two entities, a meeting will be held at KFS HQs aimed at seeking an amicable solution.

[World Athletics @WorldAthletics]

Meet our next host cities for the World Championships ‼️

Nairobi and Munich have been selected to host the 2029 and 2031 World Athletics Championships, respectively, following one of the strongest bidding processes in the history of the sport’s flagship event.

Read more in the press release 🔗 https://t.co/ajpS5RwASO

#WorldAthleticsChamps

[DCI KENYA @DCI_Kenya]

PRESS RELEASE: INVESTIGATION INTO FIRE INCIDENT AT UTUMISHI GIRLS SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL

[Geography of Kenya @kenyangeography]

The intensity of the rains in the last 48 hours has been unlike anything we've seen since 1997 El Nino. Drainage channels are saturated which intensifies the flooding.

Expansion of Nairobi and Mathare rivers has increased capacity to handle floods. Dandora Falls in full flow.

[Kenya Meteorological Service Authority @MeteoKenya]

Nairobi Metropolitan Forecast Update – 7 March 2026 🌧️⚠️

Heavy Rainfall Advisory No. 02/2026 active until 9 March 19:00 EAT)

Moderate to heavy rains likely to continue over several parts of the metropolitan region.

Soils remain saturated — flash flooding and runoff risks are high even with moderate falls.

24-Hour Outlook Highlights (valid 09:00 07MAR – 09:00 08MAR):
•Nairobi County — Widespread moderate–heavy showers:
20–60 mm common across most areas; isolated intense pockets up to 80–100 mm possible, especially in Kibra (deep blue), Dagoretti North/South, Embakasi zones, Makadara, Kamukunji, Roysambu, Westlands, Langata, and Mathare. Highest risk in low-lying urban spots 🌊🏙️
•Kajiado County — Scattered to widespread heavy falls:
Orange/red hotspots (40–100 mm) concentrated in Kajiado North, West, and Central — elevated flash flood & runoff potential near Nairobi borders 🏞️
•Kiambu County — Significant accumulations expected:
40–80+ mm in orange/yellow zones around Gatundu North/South, Thika Town, Juja, Ruiru, Limuru, Kikuyu, Githunguri, Kabete, and parts of Kiambu. Mudslide/landslide threat on steep slopes 🏔️⚠️
•Machakos County (incl. Masinga area) — Isolated to widespread heavy rain:
Up to 50–80+ mm in northern/eastern sub-counties (Masinga, Mavoko, Kathiani, Machakos Town, Matungulu, Yatta, Kangundo). Flash flooding likely in river catchments & lowlands 🌊🛤️
Immediate Risks:
•Flash & urban flooding in low-lying areas
•Slippery roads & poor visibility
•Rising river levels & possible landslides in hilly terrain
Quick Safety Reminders:
•Turn around, don’t drown — avoid flooded roads 🚗❌
•Stay off steep slopes during heavy downpours 🏞️🚫
•Boil or treat drinking water ☝️💧
•Stay indoors during thunderstorms ⚡🏠
Official Sources Only – Stay Updated:
•Website: https://t.co/bUbIOGbrTT
•Daily Forecast: https://t.co/2vTZneh0Di
•7-Day Forecast: https://t.co/o7ruSeCC04
•WhatsApp Alerts: https://t.co/hxKngV85ez
•X: https://t.co/v7FFL9w6v2

How heavy is it where you are right now? Share safely below! Stay dry & vigilant, everyone ☔🇰🇪
#HeavyRain #NairobiWeather #FloodAlert #KenyaRains

[Parklands Residents Association @parklandspamoja]

1st Parklands-Avenue Hospital - looks like a war zone.
@KURAroads @Roads_KE thank you for your attention to this matter
Now refer back your appeal to have this canal expanded to handle capacity.
@SakajaJohnson Plz don’t come with more PR.
Tomorrow we clean up
#ParklandsPamoja

[Kenya Forest Service @KeForestService]

RIVERS OVERFLOW IN KARURA FOREST
Due to the ongoing heavy rainfalls, rivers flowing through Karura forest have burst their banks. As a result, paths leading to the caves, waterfalls, bridges and Ruaka picnic site have been closed off. No member of the public is allowed to get into that area, until further notice. The public is advised to exercise caution and report to the Foresters office for any concerns.

[Manchester United @ManUtd]

Justice.

[Ian C. Chelal @_Chelal__]

@clarenceondabu @Kalasinga_ Chief, we literally spoke about this yesterday. Something must change!

[Mwango Capital @MwangoCapital]

Kenya’s forex reserves surged by $114M this week to a new record of $12.194B, enough to cover 5.3 months of imports.

[Moe @moneyacademyKE]

Kenya’s Treasury has approved the construction of the Rironi–Mau Summit Highway, a Sh200 billion project by CRBC, NSSF, and Shandong Hi-Speed.

The 175km road will link Nairobi and Nakuru.

[Official Kenya Airways @KenyaAirways]

"It was a surreal moment," Captain Saviemaria Ondego recounts flying the late Rt. Hon. Raila Odinga back home.

[NTV Kenya @ntvkenya]

‘Even for Sh10 million, I can’t sell my award-winning Friesian cow’ https://t.co/cK1ld6vAFd

[Mwango Capital @MwangoCapital]

The High Court found KCB and its Nandi Hills Branch Manager liable for breaching their fiduciary duty to the estate of the late Nathaniel Kibitok Sieley by negligently allowing KES 24M to be withdrawn using a forged Grant:

— In Jan 2013, a man posing as Sieley’s son filed a fake succession case in Nakuru, falsely claiming he was dead.
— Sieley died in Mar 2013, leaving KES 24M at KCB Nandi Hills; the fraudster used a forged grant to withdraw the funds in Feb 2019 and close the account.
— The real family, who obtained a valid Eldoret grant in 2018, uncovered the fraud after requesting bank statements.
— Justice John Wananda ruled KCB acted recklessly, failing to verify the payee or documentation before releasing the money.
— The Court found no proof the funds ever left the bank (no records, recipient details, or acknowledgment.)
— KCB and its manager were ordered to repay KES 24M plus interest from 14 Feb 2019 and cover the family’s legal costs.

[World Athletics @WorldAthletics]

Golden glory for Kenya 🫶🏽

The African nation earns 2nd spot on the @WATokyo25 medal table with 7 incredible golds and a total of 11 medals 👏

#WorldAthleticsChamps

[The Olympic Games™ @Olympics]

WHAT A FINAL SPRINT! 💨

Lilian Odira storms home to take the women’s 800m world title! 🥇

#WorldAthleticsChamps | #RoadToLA28

[World Athletics @WorldAthletics]

BEATRICE GETS THE DOUBLE 🤩

🇰🇪's Beatrice Chebet wins the 5000m after a phenomenal sprint to the finish line with 14:54.36, just ahead of her teammate @Kipyegon_Faith 😍

🇮🇹's Nadia Battocletti grabs the bronze with 14:55.42 🔥

#WorldAthleticsChamps

[World Athletics @WorldAthletics]

THE MAN FROM ANOTHER PLANET 🌍

🇰🇪's Emmanuel Wanyoyi dips on the line to win the 800m title in a championship record of 1:41.86 🤯

#WorldAthleticsChamps

[World Athletics @WorldAthletics]

What a final 🥵

Emmanuel Wanyonyi led from gun to tape finishing in a championships record of 1:41.86 🔥

And for the first time ever in the 800m, eight men have gone sub 1:43 in a single race 🤯

#WorldAthleticsChamps