Author: Judith Mwaura

Ruto Reopens Garissa Immigration Office Closed During Uhuru’s Tenure President William Ruto officially reopened the Garissa Immigration Office on Thursday, a facility that had remained closed since 2014 under former President Uhuru Kenyatta’s administration. The office was initially shut down due to heightened security concerns following a wave of terrorist attacks in the region and across Kenya. At the time, then-Immigration Chief Maj-Gen (Rtd) Gordon Kihalangwa ordered its closure as part of efforts to enhance national security. During the reopening ceremony, President Ruto emphasized that the decision to restore operations at the Garissa Immigration Office was aimed at bringing essential…

In Nairobi, some landlords have taken extreme measures against tenants who fail to pay rent on time. There have been instances where landlords have removed doors and sections of roofs from tenants’ homes, leaving them exposed to harsh weather conditions. For example, in Nanyuki town, a landlord removed the door and iron sheets from a tenant’s house due to unpaid rent, forcing the family to sleep on the floor amidst heavy rains. In other cases, landlords have resorted to welding doors shut, trapping tenants inside their homes. In Nakuru, a landlord welded a tenant’s door, confining the occupant inside over…

Kenyan Police Arrest Ugandan Officers for Harassing Fishermen on Lake Victoria Kenyan security forces have arrested two Ugandan military officers accused of harassing local fishermen on Lake Victoria. The officers, identified as Richard Amrie and Michael Busola from the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF), were taken into custody on Thursday at Sumba Island, located in Port Victoria, Busia County. According to reports, the Ugandan officers had already detained several Kenyan fishermen and were in the process of preparing to transport them to Uganda when they were apprehended. Their arrest came after local fishermen and residents alerted the Kenya Defence Forces…

The gaming industry has seen a major shift with the rise of play-to-earn (P2E) crypto games. These innovative games allow players to not only enjoy immersive gameplay but also earn real money by completing tasks, winning battles, and achieving milestones. With blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies becoming increasingly popular, play-to-earn games have attracted gamers worldwide. Unlike traditional games that only offer in-game rewards, P2E games provide real-world value through cryptocurrencies and non-fungible tokens (NFTs), which can be traded or sold for profit. The Rise of Play-to-Earn Crypto Games Play-to-earn games have transformed the gaming industry by allowing players to earn real…

You’ve probably heard of Dogecoin (DOGE), the meme-inspired cryptocurrency featuring a fluffy dog mascot. Over the past four years, DOGE has skyrocketed in value, multiplying by 100 times. Today, Dogecoin’s market value surpasses that of well-established companies like Target (TGT), America’s oldest bank BNY Mellon (BK), and the country’s largest homebuilder, D.R. Horton (DHI). Another cryptocurrency, called “AI Prophecy,” has seen an astonishing 3,000% surge since Election Day. At the same time, various other “memecoins” with amusing names have been doubling and tripling in price, drawing massive attention from investors. Some skeptics look at these rapid gains and dismiss crypto…

Jubilee Party Secretary-General Jeremiah Kioni on Wednesday, February 5, spoke about why the party is backing Fred Matiang’i as its presidential candidate to challenge President William Ruto in the 2027 elections. Kioni explained that Matiang’i, who served as former President Uhuru Kenyatta’s trusted ally, particularly in the final years of his presidency, has earned the credibility and experience needed to take on the challenge of leading the country. Kioni highlighted that Matiang’i had stepped up when President Uhuru was campaigning, filling in as his deputy during those times. “When William decided to focus on his campaigns, Fred Matiang’i was the…

TikTok has revealed that it deleted more than 334,000 videos from its platform in the third quarter of last year for violating its community guidelines. This was part of its ongoing efforts to maintain a safe and trustworthy space for its users. The platform’s Q3 Community Guidelines Enforcement Report, released on February 6, disclosed that 93% of the videos were removed within just 24 hours of being flagged. This initiative highlights TikTok’s commitment to enforcing content moderation in Kenya. The company stated that the videos were removed for several reasons, including content that lacked authenticity and integrity, as well as…

Kenyans Join Americans in Protests Against Trump’s Immigration Policies Kenyans have joined thousands of immigrants in the United States to protest against President Donald Trump’s controversial immigration policies, particularly the mass deportations of undocumented immigrants. In videos shared with newshub.co.ke, a Kenyan protestor, proudly draped in the national flag, was seen leading the demonstrations in the city of Denver, Colorado. As he led the crowd, he could be heard chanting, “Power to the people,” a slogan that echoed through the night as supporters gathered for the protests. The protests were diverse, with people of various ethnic backgrounds, including other African…

Makueni Governor Mutula Kilonzo has recently expressed disagreement with former President Uhuru Kenyatta following remarks he made about the U.S. withdrawing foreign aid. Uhuru’s comments, which went viral, came after the U.S. President, Donald Trump, decided to cut financial aid to Kenya and other African nations. In his statement on January 29, Uhuru said that African countries had no reason to complain about Trump’s decision, arguing that the U.S. government had no obligation to use American taxpayer money to fund foreign aid to Africa. Uhuru’s statements were met with applause in the U.S., including from high-profile figures such as Elon…

The High Court has ruled that the Presidential Taskforce, established by President William Ruto to tackle challenges in Kenya’s healthcare workforce, is unconstitutional. In July 2024, President Ruto created the Presidential Taskforce on Human Resources for Health to address serious issues facing the healthcare sector. The taskforce, which is led by Professor Khama Rogo, was tasked with finding solutions to the country’s health workforce shortages and other critical issues. However, the Law Society of Kenya (LSK) and several civil society organizations filed a lawsuit against the formation of the taskforce. They argued that its creation was unconstitutional because it interfered…