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As the Easter holiday approaches, the Matatu Owners Association has come forward with an important announcement regarding travel fares and road safety. On Wednesday, April 16, the Association’s Chairman, Albert Karakacha, confirmed that passengers should not expect any increase in matatu fares during the festive season, which traditionally sees a rise in travel costs. Karakacha explained that the association had already held discussions with its members to ensure that matatu fares remain stable during the Easter period. “We are fully aware that many Kenyans will be traveling upcountry this week for Good Friday and Easter Monday. We have held broad…

Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has finally given a way forward on the National Government Constituencies Development Fund (NG-CDF) after coming under heavy pressure from Members of Parliament over serious delays in releasing the funds. Mbadi was summoned to appear before the National Assembly on Wednesday, April 16, just a day after being called in. Lawmakers had expressed frustration and even threatened to take strict measures if the CS failed to show up and address their concerns. During the heated session, MPs demanded that Mbadi keep the promise he had earlier made — to release NG-CDF funds before Parliament went…

President William Ruto has announced that school drama performances will soon be monetised through the government’s eCitizen platform to help generate revenue and support creative talent. Speaking during the National Drama and Film Festival State Concert held in Nakuru on Wednesday, President Ruto praised the impressive talents displayed at the event. He stated that it was time to expand the reach of these performances and create a system that allows them to earn income. “I believe it’s time we widen access and also make it possible to earn money from the amazing talent we are seeing in these performances. These…

Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have finally captured a notorious international con artist, believed to be the mastermind of a syndicate targeting Airbnb property owners in Kenya. The suspect was arrested on Wednesday, along with three of his associates, after a well-coordinated sting operation by the authorities. The group had been operating a bold swindling scheme that saw them book high-end Airbnbs across the country, enjoy their stay, and then leave without clearing their bills. Their latest target was a luxury Airbnb in Mombasa, where they stayed for two weeks and disappeared without paying a hefty bill…

As pressure builds from the public regarding the state of the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF), including growing concerns about old and broken equipment, President William Ruto has finally spoken out. He firmly warned Kenyans to stay away from making negative remarks about military matters. While addressing the nation during a Cadets Commissioning Parade at the Kenya Military Academy in Lanet, Nakuru, Ruto strongly defended the military. His comments appeared to be directed at those questioning General Charles Kahariri, the Chief of Defence Forces, following his recent statements about the presidency and the importance of constitutional order. The President also seemed…

New Law Targets NGOs, SACCOs, Betting Firms in Fight Against Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing The National Assembly has officially passed the Anti-Money Laundering and Combating of Terrorism Financing Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2025 (National Assembly Bill No. 5 of 2025), as part of Kenya’s efforts to align with international standards on financial integrity and counter-terrorism financing. Under this new law, several sectors including non-governmental organisations (NGOs), savings and credit cooperative societies (SACCOs), betting companies, and mining operations are now subject to tighter regulation and oversight. These changes are intended to ensure all these entities operate transparently, detect and report suspicious…

President William Ruto has come under criticism for failing to appoint a full Cabinet Secretary to lead the Ministry of Gender and Culture for eight months. Suba North Member of Parliament Millie Odhiambo raised the issue in Parliament on Friday, April 16, saying the long delay showed a lack of seriousness from the President when it comes to gender issues. Speaking in the National Assembly, Odhiambo reminded lawmakers that the Gender Ministry had been without a proper Cabinet Secretary since July 2024, when President Ruto dissolved his Cabinet following the Gen Z protests that swept the country in June and…

Government Unveils New Plan to Fight Crime with Public Participation The Kenyan government has introduced a new crime-fighting strategy that puts ordinary citizens at the heart of securing their communities. This fresh approach, called Jukwaa la Usalama, builds upon the traditional Baraza system and updates it to meet the modern security challenges facing the country today. Jukwaa la Usalama is designed to make citizens more involved in matters of safety and crime prevention in their local areas. It emphasizes the importance of collaboration between the public and the government in maintaining peace and stability. According to detailed plans seen by…

Detectives from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, arrested two government officials from the Civil Registration Department in Kakamega. The two are accused of asking for and receiving bribes from people applying for civil registration documents such as birth certificates. The suspects include a Civil Registrar based at the Kakamega Huduma Centre and a Civil Registration Officer. They are alleged to have been demanding money from applicants in exchange for faster services. According to the EACC, the bribes were reportedly being paid through a mobile money till number not linked to any government system. This…

In forex trading, a lot simply means the amount or size of a trade you’re making. It refers to the number of currency units you are buying or selling in a single transaction. Think of it like buying eggs in a carton — you don’t usually buy just one egg; you buy a box of them. In the same way, you don’t trade just one unit of currency — you trade them in lots. 📦 Understanding Lot Sizes in Forex A “lot” is a unit that represents how many currency units you’re trading. When you place an order on a…