Author: Judith Mwaura

UoN Lecturers Down Tools as Nationwide Strike Paralyzes Learning Learning at the University of Nairobi (UoN) has been thrown into disarray after lecturers began a strike, demanding the government implement long-overdue collective bargaining agreements (CBAs). The strike, which started at around 10 a.m. on Wednesday, September 17, is part of a larger nationwide industrial action called by dons across all public universities. It was led by members of the University Academic Staff Union (UASU), the Kenya University Staff Union (KUSU), and the Kenya Union of Domestic, Hotels, Educational Institutions, Hospitals, and Allied Workers (KUDHEIHA). The unions have raised three key…

Legal Fraternity Mourns the Passing of Court of Appeal Judge Fred Ochieng The legal community in Kenya is in mourning following the death of Court of Appeal Judge Justice Fred Ochieng. Chief Justice Martha Koome confirmed his passing on Wednesday, September 17, describing him as a brilliant legal mind who dedicated his life to the pursuit of justice. In her statement, the Chief Justice paid a glowing tribute to Justice Ochieng, noting his immense contribution to the growth of Kenya’s legal system. She praised him for his expertise in various areas of law, including commercial law and mediation, even before…

The High Court has ruled against the Ministry of Interior and National Coordination, ordering it to compensate a woman from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) who was unlawfully blocked from entering Kenya. Justice Bahati Mwamuye delivered the judgment, stating that the government must pay the Congolese national over Ksh1.5 million as compensation for unfair discrimination and violation of her right to fair administrative action. In addition, she was awarded Ksh184,756 as special damages to cover the cost of accommodation and travel expenses she lost after being denied entry. The judge further issued orders barring the government from repeating such…

Ruto Breathing Fire in Kilifi After Gachagua Declares 2027 Bid President William Ruto has come out strongly in Kilifi, sending a stern warning after his former deputy Rigathi Gachagua openly declared that he will contest for the presidency in 2027. During his address in Kilifi County, Ruto expressed clear displeasure over Gachagua’s self-endorsement, accusing him of disrupting the government’s development agenda with premature succession politics. The President reminded leaders allied to Gachagua that his administration was elected to serve Kenyans until 2027, not to engage in endless campaigns. Ruto stressed that he would not allow anyone to destabilize the government,…

Real-world asset (RWA) lending protocols are quickly becoming one of the most exciting innovations in global finance. Their ability to connect physical assets—such as real estate, invoices, or government bonds—with decentralized infrastructure makes financial systems more transparent, inclusive, and efficient. Analysts predict that by 2030, the total value of tokenized RWAs could reach $16 trillion. At the same time, the private credit market, currently valued at around $5.6 trillion, is expected to transform. Tokenization will remove inefficiencies that have long existed in traditional finance, such as limited access, slow settlement processes, and a lack of transparency. But despite this momentum,…

Introduction In recent years, the crypto industry has gone far beyond simple trading of digital coins. One of the fastest-growing areas is institutional crypto lending, where large financial players lend and borrow digital assets. This sector has become an important part of the digital finance ecosystem, connecting traditional finance with blockchain technology. What is Institutional Crypto Lending? Institutional crypto lending refers to large-scale lending and borrowing of cryptocurrencies between professional players such as hedge funds, investment firms, crypto exchanges, and family offices. Unlike retail lending, which involves individual investors, institutional lending involves bigger amounts, stricter contracts, and advanced risk management…

Relief for University Students as HELB Confirms Funds Are Available University and college students across the country can now breathe a sigh of relief after the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) assured them that there will be no interruption in financial support for their studies. HELB Chief Executive Officer Geoffrey Monari announced that the board has enough money to meet the funding requirements of both university and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) students. His remarks come at a time when learners and institutions have been worried about possible financial collapse that threatened to disrupt academic programs. According to…

Ruto in Hot Soup as Jimmy Wanjigi Issues Strong Warning Businessman and politician Jimmy Wanjigi has once again turned the spotlight on President William Ruto after making a fiery declaration during a recent public appearance. In a strongly worded outburst captured on video, Wanjigi dared the Head of State, saying “kuja uniue ukitaka” (come and kill me if you want). The remarks underline the growing political tension between the two figures. Wanjigi, who has long branded himself an outsider fighting against Kenya’s “cartel politics,” accused the Ruto administration of targeting him because of his outspoken criticism. This is not the…

Kenya Met Department Warns of Rain, Winds, and Chilly Weather in Several Regions The Kenya Meteorological Department has issued a new weather update, cautioning Kenyans in different parts of the country to prepare for more rainfall, cold conditions, and strong winds in the coming five days. In its weekly forecast, the department highlighted that Nairobi, Kiambu, Kisumu, Eldoret, Nakuru, Naivasha, and Mombasa will continue to experience rainfall between Tuesday, September 16, and Saturday, September 20. Residents in these regions have been advised to remain alert as showers will be accompanied by chilly mornings and cloudy evenings. Apart from rainfall, the…

Alarm as MPs Raise Concerns Over Leaking Roof at Nakuru State House Serious concerns have been raised about the state of Nakuru State House after Members of Parliament discovered worrying flaws in its facilities, including a leaking roof. The issue came to light during a recent inspection by the Administration and Internal Security Committee of Parliament. Lawmakers flagged the residence for being in poor condition, with both security lapses and structural weaknesses identified. Committee Chair Gabriel Tongoyo explained that the team had visited the State House to review the progress of ongoing renovations and assess whether the refurbishment projects were…