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A police officer is currently recovering from serious injuries after allegedly attempting to take his own life while on duty at the Marigat Deputy County Commissioner’s (DCC) office in Baringo County. According to reports from the authorities, the officer, who was on night guard duty, reportedly shot himself in the chin using a G3 rifle early on the morning of Thursday, April 3. The incident has raised concerns among fellow officers and residents in the area. Witnesses say that the officer’s colleagues were startled by the sound of a gunshot coming from the direction of the DCC compound. When they…

President William Ruto faced unexpected tension in Embu County during his ongoing tour of the Mt Kenya region. While he has been receiving warm welcomes across most counties, a section of Embu residents briefly turned hostile, loudly chanting “Uwongo, Uwongo!” — a Swahili word meaning “lies” — as he tried to speak. This dramatic moment occurred on Friday, April 4, when the president arrived in Embu as part of his week-long visit to the region, known for its political influence and high voter population. Although many residents had gathered and cheered his convoy earlier in the day, the atmosphere quickly…

Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba has been summoned to appear at the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) headquarters on Kiambu Road on Saturday, April 5. This development follows the circulation of a viral video that captured her walking with a group of residents in Githunguri on the evening of Friday, April 4. In the video, the crowd was loudly chanting slogans saying “Ruto Must Go.” The incident happened just hours before President William Ruto was scheduled to visit the area as part of his development tour across the Mt. Kenya region. His visit to Githunguri was set for the following day,…

The Kenyan government has raised an alarm over a cholera outbreak that has already affected 69 people and claimed five lives, according to a statement released by the Ministry of Health on Friday. The Ministry confirmed that the outbreak is spreading quickly in Nairobi, Migori, and Kisumu counties. Health officials revealed that one of the victims was a 46-year-old man from Nairobi who succumbed to the disease. Migori County has been hit the hardest, with a total of 43 confirmed cholera cases. Out of these, 27 are male patients while 16 are female. One person has died in the county…

Maseno University Students Block Highway to Protest Brutal Killing of Colleague Maseno University students brought traffic to a standstill along the busy Kisumu-Busia highway on Friday evening as they staged a protest over the gruesome killing of one of their fellow students, Boaz Zachary. Boaz, a third-year Bachelor of Arts student, was also working part-time as a boda boda (motorcycle taxi) operator to support himself. According to reports, he was murdered under mysterious circumstances, and his motorbike was stolen during the incident. The tragic event occurred on the night of Thursday, April 3. Fellow students said Boaz was last seen…

Can You Use Crypto Loans for Charity and Philanthropy? Cryptocurrencies are changing the way people handle money, and one of the latest developments is crypto loans. These are loans you take using your crypto assets as collateral. But beyond personal or business use, many are now wondering—can you use crypto loans for charity and philanthropy? The answer is yes, but there are some important things to consider. Understanding Crypto Loans Before diving into charity, it’s important to understand how crypto loans work. Basically, you deposit your crypto (like Bitcoin or Ethereum) on a lending platform. In return, you get a…

Although cryptocurrency has gone through extreme ups and downs over its 13-year journey, it has become a major player in the financial world. For example, in October 2021, the value of a single Bitcoin reached a record high of over $66,000. Despite being unpredictable, more people are using cryptocurrency, and it continues to gain attention and adoption globally. These digital assets are now not only used to buy goods and services, but are also becoming an option for donating to charitable causes. However, while crypto becomes more common in everyday life, many people—including individuals, businesses, and government bodies—are still trying…

President William Ruto has defended Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja’s presence during his recent tour of Nyeri, dismissing claims that it was politically motivated. Speaking on Friday, April 4, while handing over Affordable Housing units to police officers, Ruto addressed the controversy, stating that Kanja was simply carrying out his duties and had not attended the event for political reasons. “Some people are trying to create unnecessary confusion. I was in Nyeri to distribute title deeds to deserving citizens. The IG was present at the function, yet some people are now vilifying him as if he did something wrong…

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has petitioned the High Court to throw out a case accusing him of contempt. The case stems from his decision on which coalition holds the majority in Parliament. On Friday, April 4, Wetang’ula, along with the National Assembly, filed a preliminary objection arguing that the contempt case was flawed and infringed upon their right to a fair trial. Their legal team contended that the proceedings sought to introduce a new legal dispute that had no basis in law. They urged the court to dismiss the case entirely. In their submission, the Speaker and the National…

Outgoing Mbeere North Member of Parliament Geoffrey Ruku has reportedly intervened to ensure that President William Ruto’s visit to the Mt. Kenya region, specifically Embu, proceeds smoothly without disruptions. The president is set to conclude his visit in Embu County, but there were concerns that the event might face interference. Reports indicate that some members of the Embu County Assembly (MCAs) had threatened to disrupt the visit as a way of expressing their frustration with Governor Cecily Mbarire. According to sources, the MCAs were angry because they were allegedly sidelined in the planning of the president’s visit. Feeling excluded, they…