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Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has once again made headlines after delivering a bold and uncompromising speech in the United States that reportedly left President William Ruto’s allies rattled. Speaking to a Kenyan diaspora gathering in Massachusetts, Gachagua openly criticized the current administration, describing it as a “bloody regime” that has turned state machinery against its own people. In his address, Gachagua accused the government of using police and other security agencies to intimidate, silence, and even harm citizens who express dissenting political opinions. He claimed that these actions have particularly targeted communities in the Mt. Kenya region, where residents have…

Ruto Pledges Ksh2.5 Million Reward for Each Harambee Stars Player if They Defeat Zambia Harambee Stars players could be in for bigger rewards in the coming days, after President William Ruto announced that he would gift each player Ksh2.5 million if they manage to beat Zambia in their last Group A match of the African Nations Championships (CHAN 2024). The president made the pledge on Monday, August 11, during a meeting with the team at the Pullman Hotel in Upper Hill, Nairobi. This meeting came just a day after Kenya’s remarkable 1-0 victory over Morocco at the Moi International Sports…

A meeting at State House meant to engage Kenya’s Generation Z ended with an unexpected and powerful act of defiance. Young attendees refused to drink sodas offered during the event with President William Ruto, instead tossing the unopened or half-consumed cans into dustbins and onto the ground. The scene quickly became a symbolic protest, sending a loud and clear message: they are not interested in small tokens when bigger issues remain unresolved. Witnesses at the event say the atmosphere was already tense before the refreshments were handed out. Many in attendance had been active voices in recent demonstrations against the…

A dramatic incident unfolded at the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, on Sunday when angry fans cornered and beat a young man accused of selling fake tickets to unsuspecting supporters. The self-proclaimed “patriotic” citizen is said to have been living a “soft life” by making easy money from other people’s hard-earned cash — but his day ended painfully after the crowd decided to teach him a lesson. The chaos erupted during the ongoing African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024 tournament, where hundreds of Kenyan football lovers were left stranded outside the stadium despite holding what appeared to be genuine tickets. Many…

Tokenization company Securitize has unveiled a new lending arm called Securitize Credit, aiming to expand its reach in the growing tokenized assets market. The startup, which has the backing of Morgan Stanley, is well-known for tokenizing major investment funds such as those managed by KKR and Hamilton Lane. Over the years, Securitize has built a broad portfolio of services related to asset tokenization, including operating a FINRA-registered secondary market for trading digital securities. The newly created subsidiary will manage the Securitize Earn program, a platform that allows cryptocurrency holders to lend the company stablecoins as well as tokens like Bitcoin…

The world of finance is changing quickly, and one of the latest developments is the rise of token bond markets. These markets combine the security and stability of traditional bonds with the flexibility and speed of blockchain technology. In simple terms, tokenized bonds are digital versions of bonds that are stored, traded, and managed on a blockchain. This innovation is now becoming a game-changer for crypto lending, opening up new ways for investors, businesses, and even governments to raise funds and earn returns. What Are Tokenized Bonds? A traditional bond is a fixed-income investment where an investor lends money to…

ODM Mourns Death of Governor Simba Arati’s Sister The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party has expressed deep sorrow following the death of Kisii Governor Simba Arati’s sister, Isabella Arati. In a statement released on Saturday evening, the party confirmed the sad news and announced that Isabella would be laid to rest today, Sunday, August 10. The burial is taking place in Isinya, Kajiado County, close to the Entarakwet Hotel. “We commiserate with our Deputy Party Leader, Simba Arati, following the loss of his sister, Isabella Arati,” the statement read. “The burial is scheduled for tomorrow (Sunday, 10/8) at her farm…

President William Ruto has named his senior advisor on Constitutional Affairs and Human Rights, Makau Mutua, to head a new government initiative aimed at compensating people affected by protests and riots across the country. According to the President, Mutua will serve as the principal coordinator of a special framework designed to manage and oversee the compensation process. The plan will run for 120 days from the date of its announcement, giving the team a fixed period to set up and execute the programme. The coordination team will draw members from several key offices and government departments. These include the Office…

Cop Shakur and Ex-KDF Soldier Osoi Freed on Bail After Terrorism Charges The High Court has ordered the release of Jackson Kihara, popularly known as Cop Shakur, and former Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) soldier Patrick Osoi, after they were charged with suspected terrorism-related offences. Each of them was granted cash bail of Ksh50,000 or an alternative bond of Ksh200,000 with a surety of the same amount. The ruling was delivered on Friday, August 8, by Magistrate Richard Koech at the Kahawa Law Courts. He directed that the two must report to authorities whenever they are summoned as part of their…

Police Stop UDA MP Jayne Kihara from Hosting Meeting at Her Home Tensions rose in Naivasha on Saturday, August 9, after police officers allegedly blocked a planned meeting at the home of Naivasha Member of Parliament Jayne Kihara. The outspoken MP said in a short statement that a large number of officers had been stationed outside her Maraigushu residence, preventing her guests from entering. She strongly criticised the police, accusing them of misusing their resources to target her instead of focusing on urgent crimes, such as the growing problem of child sex trafficking in the Mai Mahiu area. According to…