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The government has spoken out following public uproar over claims that fake boda bodas were used during President William Ruto’s recent youth empowerment event held at State House, Nairobi. The highly publicized event was meant to empower young entrepreneurs with tools like motorcycles and equipment to help boost their businesses. However, shortly after the gathering, several youths went on social media alleging that the motorbikes they posed with during the event were never actually given to them. Youth Raise Concerns on Social Media Some of the attendees claimed that the motorcycles displayed at the venue were taken back immediately after…

At least three Members of the County Assembly (MCAs) were injured and rushed to hospital after violence erupted during the tense impeachment session of Kericho Governor Erick Mutai. The incident took place on August 15 inside the Kericho County Assembly, moments after the Speaker announced the results of a motion that confirmed Governor Mutai had been impeached for the second time. The declaration sparked immediate chaos, with political tensions boiling over into a physical confrontation. A video shared with Newshub.co.ke captured the dramatic incident, showing what began as a heated political debate turning into a violent brawl. In the footage,…

Zero-liquidation loans are quickly becoming one of the most exciting innovations in decentralized finance (DeFi). These loans are designed to allow crypto investors to borrow against their assets without the risk of being liquidated, even if the price of their collateral drops sharply. This concept is revolutionary because it gives borrowers more peace of mind and long-term security, unlike traditional crypto loans where sudden market dips can wipe out your collateral. What Are Zero-Liquidation Loans? In DeFi, most standard loans require you to lock up crypto collateral. If the value of that collateral falls below a certain threshold, the platform…

Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are the backbone of many economies, including Kenya. They create jobs, support families, and contribute heavily to national income. However, getting loans and financial support is still a big challenge for most SMEs. Long loan procedures, high interest rates, strict requirements, and lack of collateral push many small businesses to borrow from informal sources — which often charge very high interest. Traditional banks view SMEs as risky because they have limited credit history, no big assets, and usually request small loan amounts. For new entrepreneurs who don’t belong to established business circles, it becomes even…

Introduction In today’s fast-changing financial world, loan origination systems are becoming fully digital. Traditional banks and microfinance institutions are looking for faster and more secure ways to manage loan processing. Ethereum, a popular blockchain network, offers a modern solution through smart contracts and decentralized applications (dApps). In this article, we explain how to build a loan origination system on the Ethereum network using simple language but full details. What is Ethereum? Ethereum is a blockchain platform that allows developers to build decentralized applications. Unlike Bitcoin which mainly supports digital currency, Ethereum allows the creation of smart contracts — self-executing programs…

The Kenya Meteorological Department has issued a fresh weather alert warning Kenyans to prepare for heavy rainfall starting this Friday and continuing until Tuesday next week. In its latest 5-day forecast, released on Friday, August 15, the weatherman said that many areas across the country should expect moderate to heavy rains over the coming days. Regions Expected to Receive Heavy Rainfall According to the weather advisory, the heavy rains will mainly affect the Highlands both East and West of the Rift Valley, the Lake Victoria Basin, various parts of the Rift Valley, and areas in North-western Kenya. Kenya Met further…

Ruto Names New Registrar of Political Parties President William Ruto has made new appointments to key positions in government, nominating John Cox Lorionokou as the new Registrar of Political Parties. He also named Agatha Wanjiku Wahome to serve as the Assistant Registrar of Political Parties. In an official statement released on Friday, August 15, State House Spokesperson Hussein Mohamed confirmed the nominations. At the same time, President Ruto has proposed Claris Awuor Onganga to be the new Chairperson of the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR). This latest nomination comes after Prof. Duncan Ojwang declined his earlier nomination to…

Police Take Over Streets as Kericho Tension Escalates During Governor Mutai’s Impeachment Hearing Kericho County descended into chaos and unrest on Friday, August 15, when Governor Erick Mutai appeared for his second impeachment hearing since assuming office. He is accused of unlawfully spending public money, sparking severe reactions from both leaders and residents. From the early morning hours, tension was in the air after unknown individuals tried to set the County Assembly on fire just hours before the impeachment session began. The attempted arson led to immediate panic, forcing authorities to tighten security across the county. Speaking to members of…

President William Ruto has made an important appeal to Kenyan football fans ahead of the highly anticipated match between Kenya and Zambia, which will take place at the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, on August 17. Speaking at State House Nairobi on August 15 during a meeting with leaders from Kisii and Nyamira counties, President Ruto urged all Kenyans who will attend the match to strictly follow the rules and regulations set by the Confederation of African Football (CAF). Ruto assured the public that the Harambee Stars have prepared well and are in a good position to win the game,…

There is good news for thousands of retired public servants after the government stepped in to address the problem of unpaid pension contributions that have piled up over the years. Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has ordered all county governors to urgently pay a huge Ksh103.2 billion in pending pension contributions owed to government workers who have already retired or are about to retire. He issued this directive while speaking at the Devolution Conference held in Homa Bay County on Friday, August 15. Mbadi revealed that county governments have failed to remit pension deductions over a long period, starting from…