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Are you overwhelmed by multiple credit card or loan payments? You’re not alone. With high interest rates and minimum payments barely reducing your balances, many people find it hard to get out of debt. A debt consolidation loan can help by combining all your debts into one easy-to-manage loan—often with a lower interest rate and a fixed monthly payment. In this post, we highlight the best debt consolidation loans for July 2025, based on in-depth research and reviews of 59 personal lenders across 45 key factors. 🥇 Best Overall: Discover Personal Loans Why it stands outDiscover offers low interest rates,…

The family of a Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) officer is in deep mourning after losing their teenage son during the recent Saba Saba Day protests. James Gachara, a high school student, tragically lost his life after being shot in Nanyuki on Monday, July 7. The protests, which had initially been peaceful, quickly escalated into violent clashes between demonstrators and anti-riot police. A disturbing video shared online shows the moment a man, believed to be a police officer, opened fire at a group of protesters. In the chaos, Gachara was shot and sustained severe injuries. Eyewitnesses tried to help and…

President William Ruto has issued new directives aimed at accelerating the Affordable Housing Programme by involving more private companies and skilled professionals. Speaking on Tuesday, July 15, during the launch of the Affordable Housing Internship Programme at State House in Nairobi, Ruto emphasized the importance of bringing in more private sector partners to speed up the construction of housing units and meet growing national demand. The President noted that when the programme began, only a small number of groups—around 39 consortiums—were involved. However, with the increasing scale and pressure on the programme, he said it was now necessary to increase…

KNBS Boss Faces Senate Heat Over Hiring Practices The Director General of the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS), Macdonald Obudho, is under intense pressure after senators accused the agency of lacking inclusivity in its hiring practices. Obudho was summoned by the Senate Standing Committee on National Cohesion, Equal Opportunity and Regional Integration on Monday, July 14, to explain how the bureau is promoting diversity within its workforce. During the session, the committee, led by Marsabit Senator Mohamed Said Chute, raised concerns about the demographic structure of employees at KNBS. The senators questioned whether the bureau was genuinely representing Kenya’s…

There is growing concern that learning in public schools across Kenya could be disrupted and possibly come to an early end due to the government’s failure to release enough capitation funds needed for second-term activities. On Monday, the Kenya Secondary School Heads Association (KESSHA) raised the alarm over delays in the disbursement of funds. According to the association, many schools are now being forced to make difficult choices just to stay afloat, including reducing spending on essential services and learning materials. KESSHA Secretary General Abdi Noor explained that the delay is seriously affecting learning, as most schools are struggling to…

Naivasha MP Jayne Kihara Refuses to Honour DCI Summons, Citing Unconstitutional Law Naivasha Member of Parliament Jayne Kihara has declined to appear before the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) just days after she was summoned. The lawmaker, through her lawyer Ndegwa Njiru, released a formal statement on July 14 explaining her reasons for refusing to honour the summons. Kihara’s legal team strongly objected to the summons, arguing that it was based on a section of the Penal Code that was ruled unconstitutional years ago. Advocate Njiru pointed out that the DCI’s directive was grounded in Section 132 of the Penal…

Comedian KK Mwenyewe, Known for Mimicking Gachagua, Passes Away After Short Illness Kenyan comedian KK Mwenyewe, whose real name was Zakaria Kariuki, has sadly passed away. He was well known for his hilarious impersonations of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. According to close friend and fellow comedian Kafengo, KK died on Monday night while receiving treatment at Kiambu Level 5 Hospital after falling ill. “It is with great sorrow that we announce the untimely passing of our beloved Zakaria Kariuki, popularly known as Mr KK Mwenyewe,” Kafengo shared in a heartfelt Facebook post. “He left us last night while undergoing…

Are you curious about investing in cryptocurrency but don’t know where to begin? You’re not alone. Many people are showing interest in crypto because of its potential for high returns. For example, Bitcoin (BTC)—the most well-known digital currency—crossed the $100,000 mark for the first time in December 2024. Earlier that same year, it was just over $50,000. This shows how quickly crypto prices can rise—but they can fall just as fast. That’s why it’s smart to begin with a small amount like $100, especially when you’re just getting started. “Your first $100 in crypto isn’t about getting rich overnight—it’s about…

Introduction Cross-border lending—when lenders in one country give loans to borrowers in another—has always faced serious challenges. One of the biggest obstacles is the lack of reliable credit history for foreign borrowers. Traditional credit systems are national, fragmented, and often hard to verify across borders. However, blockchain technology is emerging as a powerful solution. It offers a way to create secure, transparent, and global credit histories that could revolutionize international lending. The Problem with Traditional Credit Histories In most countries, credit histories are managed by centralized credit bureaus. These institutions collect and store borrowers’ financial data, such as loan repayment…

OverviewCoinbase has introduced a new feature that allows users to borrow up to $100,000 in the form of USDC (USD Coin), a stablecoin. To get the loan, users will need to use their bitcoin (BTC) as collateral. This service launched on Thursday and is available through the Coinbase app. However, the actual loan is managed by a decentralized finance (DeFi) platform called Morpho, which operates on Base—a blockchain built by Coinbase. This setup provides a way for users to access cash without having to sell their bitcoin. That means they can avoid turning their crypto into a taxable event. But…