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Many people face challenges when it comes to managing money. While difficult economic conditions and social factors often play a role, there are still steps individuals can take to avoid worsening their financial situation. Below, we’ll explore ten of the most frequent money mistakes that can lead to financial stress—and how you can avoid them. Key Points to Remember 1. Spending Money on Things You Don’t Really Need Little purchases—like a daily cappuccino, a streaming movie, or dinner out—may seem harmless. But these small expenses add up over time. For example, spending just $25 per week on takeout adds up…

Embattled Governor Mutai Asks President Ruto to Dissolve Kericho County Government Amid Political Crisis Kericho Governor Erick Mutai has officially appealed to President William Ruto to dissolve the entire Kericho County Government, citing deep-rooted leadership wrangles and internal sabotage as the main reasons behind his bold move. Speaking during a press conference held on Wednesday at the county headquarters, the embattled governor made the announcement just hours after a second impeachment motion against him was submitted to the Kericho County Assembly. The move marks a dramatic turn in the ongoing political tension within the county. Governor Mutai, who has been…

U.S. Man Jailed for Using Stolen COVID Funds to Build Luxury Apartments in Nairobi A Somali-American businessman has been sentenced to 28 years in a U.S. federal prison after being found guilty of stealing COVID-19 relief funds and using the money to build a luxury apartment block in Nairobi, Kenya. The 36-year-old man, identified as a key figure in one of the largest COVID-19 fraud schemes in the U.S., was convicted of leading a multi-million-dollar scam that exploited a government program designed to provide meals to needy children during the pandemic. Instead of helping the vulnerable, he siphoned off at…

Suspected Serial Killer Lynched and Burned by Mob After Alleged Police Surrender In a shocking and disturbing incident, a man suspected of being behind a series of brutal killings in Gem Yala, Siaya County, was captured by police but later killed by a mob in a horrific act of mob justice. The suspect, a 40-year-old man, was arrested on the night of August 6 in the Kibos area of Kisumu County after local residents provided a tip-off to authorities. He was believed to be the main suspect in a string of violent murders, most of which targeted women and schoolgirls…

New information has come to light following a tragic plane crash in the Mwihoko area near Githurai 45, located in Kiambu County. The aircraft involved in the accident has now been confirmed to belong to the African Medical and Research Foundation (AMREF) Flying Doctors service. In an official statement, AMREF revealed that the ill-fated plane was a Cessna Citation XLS. It had departed from Nairobi’s Wilson Airport at around 2:17 pm and was on a mission heading to Hargeisa, Somalia. Unfortunately, it crashed shortly after takeoff under still unclear circumstances. Reports from the scene confirmed that two people lost their…

Tragedy in Naivasha: Several Killed After Train Rams Into Kenya Pipeline Bus At least six people lost their lives on Thursday afternoon after a tragic collision between a cargo train and a Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) staff bus at the Morendat Junction railway crossing in Naivasha. According to eyewitnesses, the accident happened when the white KPC bus, which had several passengers on board, attempted to cross the railway line despite the approaching train. Although the train driver reportedly slammed on the emergency brakes, the distance was too short for the train to come to a complete stop, resulting in a…

Natembeya Threatens to Leave DAP-K Over Party Wrangles Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has hinted at leaving the Democratic Action Party of Kenya (DAP-K) if the party’s leadership continues to reject internal reforms he has proposed. While speaking about the current situation within the party and his position, Natembeya stated that he still holds the party dear, especially because he played a key role in founding it. However, he made it clear that the party must urgently undergo reforms to become a more inclusive and nationally recognized political movement. Natembeya, who also serves as the party’s deputy leader, warned that…

Murkomen Announces New Changes in Police Promotions Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has announced major changes to the National Police Service (NPS) promotion system, reducing the automatic promotion age by three years for long-serving officers. Speaking during a public event on Thursday, August 7, Murkomen revealed that the NPS Promotion Board had earlier this week made a decision to lower the promotion age from 53 to 50 for officers who have served for many years. According to Murkomen, this new rule means that police officers who have served as constables, corporals, or sergeants for more than 15 years and are…

KHRC Appoints Maina Kiai as New Chairperson in Major Leadership Reshuffle The Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC) has announced a significant leadership change by appointing renowned human rights activist Maina Kiai as the new Chairperson of its Board of Directors. In an official statement released on Thursday, August 7, KHRC revealed that Kiai will be taking over from Davinder Lamba, who has held the position since 2022. Betty Okero will serve as his deputy. KHRC said that Kiai’s deep background and vast experience in championing human rights make him the ideal person to steer the organization, especially during a period…

Cryptocurrency has been gaining massive popularity, and it’s continuing to grow rapidly. This comes as no surprise, especially with frequent media attention driven by influential figures like Elon Musk and increasing involvement by global governments starting to regulate the market. Popular digital assets like Bitcoin and Dogecoin are well-known for their extreme volatility—prices can skyrocket or crash within hours. For instance, Dogecoin often surges or dips depending on Musk’s tweets. Crypto loans have existed for a while and have become quite attractive to digital asset holders. These loans allow crypto investors to use their holdings as collateral—just like a house…