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Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has come under sharp criticism from the Motorists Association of Kenya following his recent remarks in support of the cancelled Adani deal. The association, in a statement released on Saturday, June 21, urged Raila to withdraw his support for the controversial agreement and instead align himself with the voice of the Kenyan people. The Motorists Association accused Raila of turning his back on the public by endorsing a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) that had previously been widely rejected by Kenyans. They argued that the Adani deal was exploitative and posed a serious threat to the country’s…

Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has come under sharp criticism from the Motorists Association of Kenya following his recent remarks in support of the cancelled Adani deal. The association, in a statement released on Saturday, June 21, urged Raila to withdraw his support for the controversial agreement and instead align himself with the voice of the Kenyan people. The Motorists Association accused Raila of turning his back on the public by endorsing a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) that had previously been widely rejected by Kenyans. They argued that the Adani deal was exploitative and posed a serious threat to the country’s…

How Shot Mask Vendor’s Father Was Scammed Out of Ksh200,000 Jonah Kariuki, the father of Boniface Kariuki—the young mask vendor who was shot by police during the June 17 protests—has lost Ksh200,000 to fraudsters pretending to be officials from the Social Health Authority (SHA). According to a statement from the family spokesperson, Emily Wanjiru, the conmen reached out to Mr. Kariuki, claiming they would help pay his son’s hospital bills. They told him that they were working with SHA and that the family needed to be registered in the health scheme before assistance could be provided. Wanjiru explained that during…

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Ben Githae Apologizes to Gen Z Over State House Visit Famous Kikuyu gospel artist Ben Githae has publicly apologized to Kenyans, especially the youth known as Generation Z, for visiting State House in Nairobi. Speaking during a radio interview on Thursday, June 19, Githae admitted that the backlash he has faced since the visit has been overwhelming. “For the past three weeks, I’ve faced a lot of criticism and even threats,” Githae confessed. “I sincerely ask for forgiveness from all Kenyans, especially Gen Z. I have surrendered. I don’t want to be treated the same way I was treated three…

Ruto Issues Fresh Directive to School Principals and Parents on Paying School Fees President William Ruto has reaffirmed his government’s stand on using the e-Citizen platform for paying school fees, despite a recent High Court ruling that declared the move unconstitutional. Speaking on Thursday, June 19, during the 3rd National Executive Retreat, Ruto made it clear that the government will not change its decision to have all educational institutions adopt the digital payment system. Ruto stated that he plans to meet with the heads of schools who are still resisting the transition to e-Citizen. He accused some school leaders of…

The National Assembly has officially passed the Finance Bill 2025, paving the way for it to be sent to President William Ruto for his approval. The lawmakers voted on the bill on Thursday after reviewing crucial recommendations from the Finance and Planning Committee, which is chaired by Molo MP Kuria Kimani. All members present in Parliament supported the passing of the bill. The government plans to use it to raise funds to support the national budget for the upcoming financial year. However, one of the most controversial parts of the bill was removed. Lawmakers scrapped a clause that would have…

The National Assembly has officially passed the Finance Bill 2025, paving the way for it to be sent to President William Ruto for his approval. The lawmakers voted on the bill on Thursday after reviewing crucial recommendations from the Finance and Planning Committee, which is chaired by Molo MP Kuria Kimani. All members present in Parliament supported the passing of the bill. The government plans to use it to raise funds to support the national budget for the upcoming financial year. However, one of the most controversial parts of the bill was removed. Lawmakers scrapped a clause that would have…

How Climate WorX Will Transform Counties Across Kenya The Climate Resilience Service Program (CRSP), popularly known as ‘Climate WorX’, is expected to make a major impact across the country by creating jobs and boosting sustainable development. The initiative aims to employ 113,034 young people, with at least 500 youths working in each of the 47 counties. One of its key goals is to provide employment opportunities while also building climate resilience in both urban and rural areas. Initially tested in Nairobi and found to be successful, Climate WorX is grounded in the Kenyan Constitution and is now expanding nationwide. According…