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Ruto Defends Push to Complete Key Government Projects in ‘Wantam’ President William Ruto has reiterated his commitment to fulfill all the promises he made to Kenyans, especially those outlined during his first term in office. Despite growing criticism and mounting pressure from some quarters urging him to leave office after just one term—mainly due to unpopular policies like increased taxes, incidents of police brutality, and cases of forced disappearances—Ruto remains adamant that his government will not shy away from making crucial decisions to improve infrastructure and deliver services. During a cabinet retreat held in Karen, Nairobi, which brought together top…

Rising Concerns Over Fast-Spreading New COVID Variant NB.1.8.1 (Nimbus) A new version of the Omicron COVID-19 virus, known as NB.1.8.1 and unofficially nicknamed “Nimbus,” is spreading quickly around the world. This has caused concern among health experts, who are now increasing their surveillance and reminding the public to continue following safety measures. NB.1.8.1 was first identified in January 2025. Since then, it has spread rapidly across Asia, especially in China and Hong Kong, where it has become the most common strain. Recently, it has also started appearing more frequently in Europe and North America, including multiple U.S. states. The World…

Two police officers seen in a viral video shooting a hawker during recent protests in Nairobi will remain in police custody for 15 more days as investigations continue. This decision was made by the Milimani Law Courts on Thursday, June 19, following an agreement between the prosecution and the defence. The officers, Police Constables Klinzy Barasa Masinde (Service No. 119413) and Duncan Kiprono (Service No. 117193), were brought to court to face charges related to the incident in which a hawker was badly injured. The court ruled that they will be held at Capitol Hill Police Station until July 3…

Revealed: Shocking Claims That Some Police Aided Goons During Nairobi Protests New shocking allegations have come to light suggesting that police officers may have assisted criminal gangs who attacked peaceful protestors during the demonstrations held in Nairobi on Tuesday, June 17. Speaking on Thursday, the Secretary General of the Nairobi Hawkers Association, Francis Gachanja, claimed that men armed with batons were sent to target demonstrators, while uniformed police officers stood by and, in some cases, even helped them. Gachanja gave a chilling and emotional firsthand account of how the events unfolded. He said the protest began peacefully, with demonstrators gathering…

New HIV Prevention Drug Requires Just Two Injections Per Year Thousands of Kenyans are expected to benefit from a major medical breakthrough after the United States approved a new injectable drug to prevent HIV and AIDS. On Wednesday, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) gave the green light to a drug developed by Gilead Sciences, called lenacapavir, which is taken just twice a year to protect against HIV infection. Lenacapavir, which will be sold under the brand name Yeztugo, is designed for use by both adults and adolescents. It represents a major step forward in HIV prevention as it…

New HIV Prevention Drug Requires Just Two Injections Per Year Thousands of Kenyans are expected to benefit from a major medical breakthrough after the United States approved a new injectable drug to prevent HIV and AIDS. On Wednesday, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) gave the green light to a drug developed by Gilead Sciences, called lenacapavir, which is taken just twice a year to protect against HIV infection. Lenacapavir, which will be sold under the brand name Yeztugo, is designed for use by both adults and adolescents. It represents a major step forward in HIV prevention as it…

Gen Z Forces Lawyer to Withdraw from Case of Cop Accused of Shooting Protester Lawyer Felix Keaton has officially withdrawn from a controversial case involving two police officers accused of assaulting and shooting a protester during Tuesday’s protests in Nairobi. Keaton had been representing officers Barasa Masinde and Duncan Kiprono, who were caught on video attacking Boniface Kariuki, a street vendor selling face masks. The incident sparked public outrage after graphic footage circulated widely, showing the officers allegedly assaulting Kariuki during a protest. Both officers are currently in police custody. On Thursday, June 19, Keaton issued a statement announcing his…

Eldoret Prison Inmates Start New Jobs in Cabro Block Production Inmates at Eldoret Main Prison have started new jobs thanks to the official launch of a full-scale cabro block production unit inside the correctional facility. This initiative is providing employment opportunities within the prison, giving inmates a chance to engage in meaningful work while serving their sentences. The project is a collaboration between the Kenya Prisons Service (KPS) and local quarry businesses. It’s part of a wider effort to introduce industrial training into prisons so that inmates can learn valuable skills that will help them after their release. The goal…

Fast Loans Without a Credit Check: Why RadCred Is the Go-To Option in 2025 For over 28 million adults in the U.S. who have little to no credit history—or carry a FICO® score below 600—trying to get approved for a loan from a bank can feel nearly impossible. This guide explains why RadCred has become the best choice in 2025 for people in this situation. It offers a fast, trustworthy solution to get emergency cash when banks or traditional lenders turn you down. RadCred isn’t a lender itself, but a trusted online marketplace that connects borrowers with a wide network…

A debt consolidation loan is a type of personal loan used to pay off multiple debts—like credit cards, personal loans, or medical bills—by rolling them into a single, more manageable loan. When you’re approved, the lender gives you a lump sum of money that you then use to pay off your existing debts. From then on, instead of juggling several payments and due dates, you make one fixed monthly payment to your new lender. This simplifies your finances and can often reduce your interest rate, making your debt more affordable and predictable. Example: Let’s say you have three credit card…