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Jessica Weku Wesonga, the Chief Officer in charge of Livestock, Veterinary Services, and Fisheries in Kakamega County, has passed away, marking the second loss of a senior county officer in the last two months. The death of Wesonga was confirmed by Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa in a statement released on Tuesday, August 26. The governor, however, did not disclose the cause of her death. “I am deeply shocked by the passing of Jessica Weku Wesonga. Until her untimely death, she served diligently as the Chief Officer for Livestock, Veterinary Services, and Fisheries,” Governor Barasa said. He added, “With great difficulty,…

Bitcoin was the very first cryptocurrency to gain widespread attention. It was designed as a form of money that operates outside the control of governments or banks, allowing people to send payments directly to one another. Bitcoin Cash, on the other hand, is a newer cryptocurrency that emerged from a split—or “fork”—in the Bitcoin blockchain. A fork happens when some users disagree with changes in a blockchain and decide to create their own version to follow a different set of rules. Bitcoin Cash was created in 2017 after developers and miners disagreed about how Bitcoin should evolve and handle growth.…

Decentralized finance (DeFi) has transformed the traditional financial landscape by offering permissionless, trustless, and transparent financial services on blockchain networks. Among the many innovations in DeFi, revolving credit lines have emerged as a flexible and efficient borrowing tool that provides users with instant access to liquidity while minimizing interest costs. Understanding how these credit lines work within DeFi lending protocols is essential for both investors and developers. What Are Revolving Credit Lines in DeFi? A revolving credit line in DeFi is a flexible borrowing arrangement that allows users to access a predefined amount of funds multiple times, repay what they…

Ruto Forms Special Panel to Speed Up Compensation for Protest Victims Nairobi, Kenya – President William Ruto has established a Panel of Experts tasked with fast-tracking compensation for victims of demonstrations and public protests across the country. The move comes as part of a broader effort to address the grievances of citizens who have suffered injuries, property loss, or other harm during civic unrest. The announcement was made official on Tuesday through a Gazette Notice, in which the President outlined the responsibilities of the new panel. According to the notice, the team will design and implement a comprehensive framework to…

Harambee Stars’ journey at the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) ended in heartbreak on Friday, August 22, after a tense quarter-final clash with Madagascar that was decided by penalties. Kenya lost 4-3 in the shootout, bringing an end to what had been one of their most spirited runs in continental football in recent years. Despite the exit, Kenyans were filled with pride for their national team. For the first time in a long while, the Stars showed real fight, discipline, and belief, proving that they could match up against some of Africa’s best. Throughout the tournament, a few big names…

President William Ruto has awarded His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan V with Kenya’s highest civilian honour, the Chief of the Order of the Golden Heart (C.G.H.), during a ceremony held at State House, Nairobi, on Tuesday, August 26. The President said the award was in recognition of Prince Rahim’s distinguished service to humanity and Kenya, particularly through the work of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), which has invested heavily in healthcare, education, culture, and social development. In his speech, President Ruto congratulated Prince Rahim on his assumption of leadership as the 50th hereditary Imam of the Shia Ismaili…

Police Clarify Nairobi CBD Attack Was Linked to Business Dispute The National Police Service (NPS) has explained that an incident involving a group of suspected goons who attacked several businesses in Nairobi’s Central Business District (CBD) over the weekend was not a case of widespread insecurity, but rather the result of a business-related dispute. The incident happened on Friday, August 22, 2025, at Nanak House along Kimathi Street, where four businesses were reportedly targeted. On Sunday, August 24, reports circulated suggesting that the attack was part of a larger revolt by criminals against traders in the CBD. However, police have…

Kenya Met Department Warns of Rains, Chilly Weather, and Strong Winds in Several Regions This Week The Kenya Meteorological Department (KMD) has issued a fresh weather update, warning Kenyans in different parts of the country to prepare for continued rains, cold conditions, and strong winds in the coming days. In its five-day forecast covering Tuesday, August 26, to Saturday, August 30, the weatherman explained that rainfall will remain widespread in several areas. Regions that will be most affected include the Highlands West of the Rift Valley, the Lake Victoria Basin, and large parts of the Rift Valley. These areas are…

The Principal Secretary (PS) for the State Department of Medical Services under the Ministry of Health, Ouma Oluga, has openly revealed how private hospitals in Kenya have been exploiting patients through exaggerated medical charges and overpriced medicines. Speaking during a radio interview on Tuesday, August 26, the PS said that some private hospitals have turned medical care into a money-making scheme, where the cost of ordinary medicines and basic services is inflated to shocking levels. Oluga gave an example that many Kenyans could easily relate to — the common painkiller Panadol. He explained that hospitals normally buy Panadol at around…

Students Stage Protests a Day After Reopening at St. Stephen’s Usingo Secondary School Students at St. Stephen’s Usingo Secondary School in Siaya County took to the streets on Tuesday morning, just a day after schools reopened for the new term. The learners staged demonstrations outside their school, demanding the immediate transfer of their principal, whom they accused of poor leadership and mismanagement. The angry students voiced their frustrations, saying that the school administration, led by the principal, had failed to address their concerns. They claimed the principal was allegedly asking for money from them at a time when the school…