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Following the shocking burning of the Mawego Police Station, the National Police Service (NPS) has decided to transfer all the police officers from that station to the nearby Kendu Bay Police Station. On Thursday, July 3, the Mawego Police Station was completely destroyed by fire. This happened after angry youths, carrying the body of the late teacher and social media influencer Albert Ojwang, stormed the station demanding justice. In their anger, they set the police station ablaze. The police are currently investigating what caused the fire, with some reports suggesting that the station might be closed down permanently. A senior…

Ruto Makes New Appointments to Key Government Health Agencies President William Ruto has announced two new appointments to strengthen his administration’s efforts in improving service delivery across the country. In a gazette notice dated July 4, the President named John Munyu as the new Non-Executive Chairperson of the Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB). Munyu will serve in this role for a term of three years, taking over from Dr. Charles Githinji, whose previous appointment has been officially revoked. John Munyu brings with him over 26 years of experience in the pharmaceutical field and the broader healthcare supply chain. His career…

Saboti Member of Parliament Caleb Amisi has firmly rejected claims suggesting that he supports former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua or has aligned himself with his political side. On Thursday, July 4, Amisi attended an opposition rally in Kitale alongside other leaders. His appearance at the event sparked widespread speculation on social media, with some Kenyans claiming the ODM MP had crossed over to support Gachagua’s political ambitions. A number of online users took Amisi’s presence at the rally as a subtle endorsement of Gachagua as a potential presidential candidate for 2027, especially among opposition circles. One social media user even…

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula has fired back strongly at Wiper party leader Kalonzo Musyoka, dismissing claims that he funded goons who attacked opposition leaders during their political tour in Western Kenya. In a firm statement posted on his X (formerly Twitter) page, Wetangula denied any involvement in the incident, calling Kalonzo’s accusations a result of “misplaced anger and transferred malice.” The Speaker urged Kalonzo to focus on constructive politics rather than casting blame based on unverified assumptions. Wetangula, seemingly trying to distance himself from the incident, pointed out that he was in Mombasa at the time and no longer…

A tragic road accident occurred on the evening of Friday, July 4, at Mlima Kiu near Salama town along the busy Nairobi-Mombasa highway, resulting in the loss of three lives and leaving several others with serious injuries. The deadly crash involved four vehicles — a speeding truck, a personal car, and two Nissan matatus that were carrying passengers heading to Nairobi. According to eyewitness reports, the accident happened when the truck, which was descending the steep and dangerous stretch of Mlima Kiu, lost control due to its high speed. The out-of-control truck veered into the opposite lane, colliding head-on with…

Kenyan Woman Tragically Dies While Working in the UK Authorities in the United Kingdom have launched investigations into the heartbreaking death of Irene Wanjiru, a 48-year-old Kenyan woman who died while on duty as a caregiver. Wanjiru was discovered dead inside a patient’s house in Birmingham on June 23, just a few days after she had joyfully reunited with her children in the UK. The single mother of four, originally from Mataara village in Gatundu North, Kiambu County, had spent most of her life working tirelessly to give her children a brighter future. Her journey of hope took her to…

There was intense drama outside the Ruiru Law Courts in Kiambu County after anti-terror police officers unexpectedly re-arrested Peter Kinyanjui, popularly known as Kawanjiru, who serves as the youth leader of the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP). Kinyanjui had just been granted bond and was preparing to head home when chaos suddenly broke out. According to videos reviewed by Newshub.co.ke, heavily armed anti-terror police officers pounced on him, forcefully dragging him into a moving police van. Simultaneously, gunshots were heard as officers fired in the air, creating a scene of panic and confusion. The dramatic arrest led to an…

The Kenya Meteorological Department has issued a new weather advisory listing various parts of the country, including Nairobi, as areas expected to face extremely cold weather for the next five days. In a detailed weekend update, Kenya Met Director David Gikungu advised Kenyans to prepare for chilly nights, with temperatures expected to drop as low as 6°C in many regions. Nairobi, which falls under the Highlands East of the Rift Valley, was mentioned among the areas expected to experience these cold conditions. Other counties in this region set to endure similar low temperatures include Nyandarua, Laikipia, Nyeri, Kirinyaga, Murang’a, Kiambu,…

Former Sports CS Ababu Namwamba Gets New International Role Former Sports Cabinet Secretary (CS) Ababu Namwamba has taken on a new leadership position as the President of the Africa-China Legal Alliance. Namwamba announced the news on July 4, sharing that he has officially assumed the leadership of the G77 and China group, taking over from Egypt’s Ambassador Wael Nasreidin Attiya. The ceremony took place at the United Nations Complex in Nairobi. The Group of 77 (G77), in collaboration with China, is a major coalition of developing nations within the United Nations system. Its mission is to represent and push for…

In the dynamic world of digital finance, one trend is rapidly changing how we think about money—crypto loans. Imagine borrowing traditional money like U.S. dollars by simply using your digital assets, such as Bitcoin or Ethereum, as collateral. It sounds futuristic, but it’s already happening and growing fast. This innovative system blends the flexibility of cryptocurrencies with the structure of traditional lending, giving birth to a new, hybrid model. Crypto loans offer a way for people to unlock the value of their digital assets without needing to sell them. In this article, we’ll break down what crypto loans are, how…