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Kiambu County Governor Kimani Wamatangi, through the County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Education, Gender, Culture, and Social Services, Mercy Njagi, has dismissed 22 members of the Ward Education Bursary Committees. This decision was communicated in a Gazette notice issued on March 21, 2025. The dismissal of the 22 committee members, who come from 7 different wards, is effective immediately. The notice, which was signed by Mercy Njagi, cited the exercise of powers granted by section 7 of the Kiambu County Education Bursary Fund Act of 2014. It outlined that the appointments of the individuals listed in the notice were…

President William Ruto is set to co-chair another high-level crisis meeting this evening, bringing together leaders from the East African Community (EAC) and the Southern African Development Community (SADC) to address the ongoing conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). According to a statement released by the SADC secretariat on Sunday, March 23, the virtual meeting will be led by President Ruto alongside Zimbabwean President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa. The East African Community (EAC) also confirmed the meeting, stating that the discussions will focus on a report that was presented during the joint EAC-SADC Ministerial Meeting held on March 17…

Gathoni Wamuchomba Criticizes Rigathi Gachagua, Urges Him to Represent All Kenyans Githunguri Member of Parliament, Gathoni Wamuchomba, has called on former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua to extend his advocacy beyond the Mount Kenya region and fight for the interests of all Kenyans. Speaking in an interview with NTV on Monday, March 24, Wamuchomba, who has been a strong supporter of Gachagua, emphasized the need for him to be more inclusive and sensitive to the concerns of other communities. She pointed out that if Gachagua wants to be seen as a true national leader, he must prove that his leadership is…

Super Metro Triumphs Over NTSA in Initial Court Battle Super Metro has received a temporary relief after the Transport Licensing Appeals Board (TLAB) put a hold on the National Transport and Safety Authority’s (NTSA) decision to cancel its operating license. This means the matatu Sacco can now continue its operations, at least for the time being. The tribunal, chaired by Adrian Kamotho, ruled that all Super Metro buses were free to return to the roads pending a final decision on the matter. “Until the hearing of the case and the Memorandum of Appeal on Thursday, March 27, 2025, a temporary…

Ex-KTN Journalist Nick Mudimba Dies After Kenya-Gabon Match Nick Mudimba, a senior reporter at CGTN who had previously worked at KTN and Switch TV, has passed away. Mudimba reportedly died on Sunday evening at his home in Syokimau, Machakos County, following a battle with an illness that had caused elevated uric acid levels. He had received treatment for this condition on Saturday and appeared to be recovering well. Before his tragic collapse, Mudimba had been watching the Harambee Stars’ football match against Gabon, a game he had been eagerly following. His sudden passing has shocked many, especially those in the…

CS Mudavadi Condemns Attack on MP Peter Salasya at Nyayo Stadium Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has strongly criticized the assault on Mumias East MP Peter Salasya, which took place at Nyayo Stadium on Sunday, March 23. Mudavadi described the incident as a sign of deepening divisions and a lack of respect in the political space. In a statement issued on the same day, Mudavadi expressed his disappointment over the attack, emphasizing that political intolerance weakens democracy. “What happened to Hon. Peter Salasya at Nyayo Stadium today is deeply unfortunate. Our democracy thrives on the ability to engage in discussions…

Former Kisumu West MP Kenn Nyagudi Passes Away at KNH Former Kisumu West Member of Parliament, Rev. Kenn Nyagudi, has passed away after battling a prolonged illness. His death was confirmed by National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula through his official X account on Sunday, March 24. According to Wetangula, the former legislator breathed his last on Sunday while receiving treatment at the private wing of Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH). “I extend my deepest condolences to the family of former Kisumu Town West MP Rev. Kenn Nyagudi. I had the honor of interacting with him during my tenure as Foreign Affairs…

Crypto loans have gained popularity as decentralized finance (DeFi) continues to grow. Unlike traditional loans that rely on banks to set interest rates, crypto loans use smart contracts and decentralized protocols. One crucial component in determining interest rates in the crypto lending space is oracles. What Are Oracles in Crypto? Oracles are third-party services that provide real-world data to blockchain networks. Since blockchains cannot directly access external data, oracles act as a bridge, feeding accurate and real-time information to smart contracts. This ensures that decentralized applications (dApps), including lending platforms, function efficiently. How Oracles Influence Crypto Loan Interest Rates Interest…

By the end of this article, you will have a better understanding of crypto data oracles, oracle-free protocols, DeFi-based peer-to-peer lending, and the benefits and risks to end users. Most importantly, we will extract key takeaways for policymakers who face the challenge of protecting consumers without stifling innovation in this still nascent and quickly evolving DeFi space. Introduction In ancient Greece, an oracle was a person who provided wise counsel and prophetic predictions. The most famous, the Oracle of Delphi, was believed to deliver prophecies from the Greek god Apollo. While you are unlikely to find a Greek god roaming…

Flash loans have become a game-changer in the world of decentralized finance (DeFi), allowing traders to borrow large amounts of cryptocurrency without collateral, as long as they repay the loan within the same transaction. This innovation has unlocked new opportunities for high-frequency trading (HFT), a strategy that relies on executing multiple trades at lightning speed to exploit market inefficiencies. Understanding Flash Loans Flash loans are a type of unsecured loan available on blockchain networks, primarily through smart contracts on platforms like Aave and dYdX. Unlike traditional loans, flash loans do not require collateral because they must be borrowed and repaid…