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With the global cryptocurrency market valued at around $2.26 trillion at the time of writing, it’s clear that digital assets are becoming a mainstream option. Banks and large institutions are slowly warming up to crypto, and more investors — especially millennials — are starting to see it as a viable path for retirement planning. In fact, 28% of millennials say they expect crypto to play a role in funding their retirement. But how do you safely and strategically incorporate this volatile asset into your retirement savings? Let’s break it down. Why Consider Crypto for Retirement Savings? 1. High Return Potential…

Global Award-Winning Journalist Dies Shortly After Watching Arsenal vs Real Madrid Match Renowned journalist Ochieng’ Ogodo has passed away in the early hours of Thursday, April 17, following a brief illness. The sad news of his sudden death was shared by his colleague Amos Aketch, who expressed deep sorrow over the unexpected loss. According to Aketch, Ogodo had recently fallen ill, but he was still in good spirits on Wednesday, even watching the Arsenal vs Real Madrid football match. However, at around 2:00am on Thursday morning, while resting at his home, he experienced a sharp and intense chest pain. He…

Frankford Karanja Mogire, a Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) photographer and one of the few survivors of the tragic helicopter crash that killed former Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Francis Ogolla, has finally reappeared in public — a year after the heartbreaking incident. His reappearance has stirred mixed reactions online, especially after he was seen performing his official duties alongside President William Ruto. One image that caught the attention of many Kenyans showed Mogire, dressed in a well-fitted suit, capturing photos of the president during an event. This led some online users to speculate and raise questions about his presence…

Just a few days after the vetting of President William Ruto’s cabinet nominees, the President has moved forward and officially gazetted their appointments. This means they are now only awaiting the swearing-in ceremony before they can officially take up their roles. On Wednesday night, President Ruto issued a special gazette notice confirming the appointment of Geoffrey Ruku as the Cabinet Secretary for Public Service, and Hanna Wendot Cheptumo as the Cabinet Secretary for Gender. This announcement followed approval by the National Assembly after a heated debate and recommendations from the Appointments Committee. The appointments, however, have sparked public criticism and…

Just a week after the shocking incident at the National Drama Festivals in Nakuru, where students from Butere Girls High School were teargassed, the government has come forward to apologise. Dennis Itumbi, who serves as the Head of Creative Economy and Presidential Special Projects, offered the apology while speaking during a live interview on Citizen TV on Wednesday night. He addressed the matter sincerely, issuing a heartfelt apology to the students on behalf of the government. “I want to take this opportunity, with the full authority and honour of the government, to apologise to the Butere Girls students for the…

CBK Lists Products Expected to Increase in Price as Tough Economic Times Continue As the cost of living in Kenya continues to rise, many households may soon find it even harder to afford basic necessities. A recent survey conducted by the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK), released on Thursday, has warned that the prices of essential household products, particularly food items, are set to rise in the coming weeks. According to the CBK report, the prices of cereals—especially staple foods like maize—are expected to go up significantly in the next month. One of the major concerns raised in the survey…

Following the tragic killing of Kenyan police officer Benedict Kabiru in Haiti, the Kenya-led Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission has announced a shift in their approach to dealing with the powerful gangs operating in the Caribbean country. Speaking to Haiti’s top media outlet, Le Nouvelliste, on Wednesday, April 16, MSS mission spokesperson Jack Ombaka revealed that a fresh strategy is now being rolled out. This new plan focuses on launching surprise ambushes specifically targeting key gang leaders, rather than broad operations. Ombaka explained that Kenyan officers have recently been conducting high-impact operations designed to disrupt and dismantle gang activities. According…

Sifuna Challenges Ruto-Backed Nairobi River Eviction Plan Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has raised concerns in the Senate over the Nairobi City County Government’s decision to evict residents of Korogocho. The evictions are part of a broader plan following the declaration of the Nairobi River Corridor as a Special Planning Area, a project supported by President William Ruto’s administration. While addressing the Senate on Wednesday, April 16, Sifuna admitted that the idea of designating the river corridor as a Special Planning Area has its advantages. However, he strongly criticized the way the process is being handled, pointing out that it lacks…

President Ruto’s Upcoming Visit to China – His Second in Six Months President William Ruto is preparing for a four-day official visit to China, scheduled from Tuesday, April 22 to Saturday, April 26. The trip follows a formal invitation from Chinese President Xi Jinping and marks Ruto’s second journey to the Asian powerhouse in just six months. His previous visit was in September 2024. In a statement issued by the Chinese Embassy in Kenya, the embassy confirmed: “At the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping, Kenyan President William Samoei Ruto will pay a state visit to China from April 22…

Many retail forex traders don’t really know what happens behind the scenes when they place a trade. This article gives you a practical understanding of how forex brokers work, how they manage their risk, and how they make money. Once you understand this, you’ll be in a better position to choose a broker wisely. Let’s break it down. 1. Are Forex Brokers Really Brokers? Nope — not in the traditional sense. A broker usually connects buyers with sellers. But in retail forex, your so-called “broker” doesn’t connect you to anyone. Instead, they take the opposite side of your trade. That…