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There was a brief moment of drama at the Raila Odinga Stadium in Homa Bay on Sunday, June 1, shortly after the 62nd Madaraka Day Celebrations ended. A woman unexpectedly attempted to approach President William Ruto’s motorcade as it was leaving the venue. The unusual incident occurred just moments after the national celebrations concluded. The woman managed to break through the heavily guarded security zone around the stadium, seemingly trying to get close to the Head of State. Her sudden action immediately triggered a response from the president’s security team, who acted quickly to prevent her from reaching the convoy.…

Madaraka Day celebrations held in Trans Nzoia County on Sunday, June 1, took an unexpected turn after a significant number of attendees staged a walkout just before President William Ruto’s speech was delivered. The event faced several challenges even before the walkout, with notable absences that raised eyebrows. Governor George Natembeya and his deputy, Philomena Kapkory, were not present at the celebrations—a break from the tradition of county leaders attending such national events. Governor Natembeya later stated that his decision to skip the event was largely due to the ongoing corruption case against him, which he suggested had been politically…

The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) has raised serious concerns over what it calls a growing pattern of hostility towards journalists, issuing a stern warning to the government following several troubling events. In a powerful statement released on Sunday, June 1, the MCK expressed deep alarm over repeated cases of harassment targeting members of the press. The council said the recent actions by government officials and others associated with state events suggest a deliberate attempt to silence journalists — a move that clearly violates Article 34 of the Kenyan Constitution, which protects media freedom. The MCK pointed to multiple disturbing…

Kenya Met Predicts Rains in Nairobi & 4 Other Regions for Next 5 Days The Kenya Meteorological Department has issued a five-day weather forecast, predicting continued rainfall across various parts of the country, lasting through to Tuesday next week. According to the forecast released on Friday, May 30, the weatherman indicated that regions in the Highlands both east and west of the Rift Valley, the Lake Victoria Basin, parts of the Central Rift Valley, and the Coast will experience moderate to heavy rainfall. In particular, areas within the Lake Victoria Basin and the Rift Valley are set to receive significant…

The Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) has revealed plans to begin working with police officers to track down individuals who have defaulted on their student loans. This announcement was made on Friday, May 30, as part of new efforts by the board to strengthen loan recovery and improve its financial stability. HELB CEO Geoffrey Monari made the statement while addressing the National Assembly’s Public Investments Committee on Governance and Education. He explained that the board is currently finalising a partnership with law enforcement agencies to help identify and trace beneficiaries, both within Kenya and in foreign countries, who have secured…

The Supreme Court of Kenya has delivered a serious setback to the now-defunct National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) by ruling that all NHIF employees are public officers and must fall under the control of the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) when it comes to salary matters. In a landmark judgment delivered on Friday, May 30, the Supreme Court resolved a long-standing dispute involving NHIF, the Kenya Union of Commercial Food and Allied Workers, and the SRC. The issue at hand was the legality of collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) negotiated between NHIF and the union for the years 2013 to 2015,…

Rose Njeri, a Kenyan software developer, has reportedly been arrested and is being held at a city police station over her involvement in developing a website that opposed the proposed Finance Bill 2025. The arrest came just days after Njeri posted a tweet on May 19, announcing the launch of the website. In her tweet, she said she had built a simple online tool that would allow Kenyans to submit their objections to the Finance Bill 2025 with just one click. Her exact words were, “I wrote a simple program that lets you reject the Finance Bill 2025 with just…

A Nairobi County law enforcement officer lost his life on Saturday afternoon after he fell from the sixth floor of the City Hall Annex building. The annex is known to house the office of Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja. According to eyewitnesses, the officer, who was dressed in his official navy blue uniform, fell and landed heavily on the pavement outside the county government offices. Video footage obtained by Newshub.co.ke shows the officer appearing to jump from the rooftop towards the sixth floor. However, he tragically lost his footing and fell to the ground. Disturbing images from the scene showed the…

Many people struggle to manage their finances, often due to a tough economy, job insecurity, or social pressures. However, regardless of the challenges, it’s still possible to make better choices with your money. In this guide, we’ll explore the ten most common financial mistakes that can lead to hardship and explain how you can avoid them to improve your financial well-being. Key Points to Remember 1. Spending on Non-Essentials Without a Plan It might not feel like a big deal when you grab your daily coffee, order takeout, or rent a movie. But these minor expenses can quietly drain your…

Are you thinking of borrowing money and already own cryptocurrency? If yes, you’re in a unique position where you can decide between taking out a crypto loan or going for a traditional loan. But which one is better for your situation? Knowing how both options work will help you make the right financial decision. This detailed guide will explain the major differences between crypto loans and traditional loans, helping you choose what suits you best. What Is a Crypto Loan? A crypto loan, also known as a crypto-backed loan, is a type of loan where you use your cryptocurrency as…