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What Osotsi Said in Munungo Before the Kisumu Attack Fresh details emerging after the assault on Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi show that his Munungo market address in Vihiga was one of the last major public engagements he made before the violent incident in Kisumu. According to residents who attended the event, the senator’s speech strongly focused on people-centered politics, defending wananchi interests, and energising support for the Linda Mwananchi movement. Residents from Munungo who later spoke after the Kisumu incident said Osotsi had “done a good job” at the market meeting, where he addressed local concerns and connected directly with…

President Ruto Makes History With Landmark Address to Nairobi MCAs at City Hall President William Ruto made history after becoming the first sitting Head of State in Kenya to officially address a county assembly. In a landmark moment for the country’s devolved system of government, he delivered a major speech to members of the Nairobi City County Assembly at City Hall. The event comes 16 years after devolution was introduced in Kenya, making the visit highly symbolic and significant in the country’s political journey. The President’s visit has been widely seen as an effort to strengthen the connection between the…

CBK Keeps Lending Rate Steady, Offering Relief to Borrowers Amid Global Uncertainty Borrowers across Kenya have received some welcome relief at a time of growing global economic uncertainty after the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) decided to leave its benchmark lending rate unchanged. In its latest Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting held on April 8, 2026, the CBK maintained the Central Bank Rate (CBR) at 8.75 per cent, a move aimed at preserving economic stability while allowing earlier rate cuts to continue supporting credit growth. In its statement, the CBK explained that the decision was informed by the country’s stable…

DCI Breaks Up Donkey Meat Syndicate Before Supply Reaches Nairobi Butcheries Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), working together with police officers and local administrators, have successfully dismantled an illegal donkey slaughter syndicate in Makindu, Makueni County. The intelligence-led night operation stopped meat that was reportedly being prepared for delivery to Nairobi butcheries before it could reach unsuspecting consumers. According to authorities, the raid followed a tip-off about suspicious activity taking place in a secluded area within Kamboo sub-location. Acting swiftly on the information, officers stormed the site at around midnight and discovered a hidden slaughter point that…

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has issued a firm directive ordering all private institutions and individuals holding Kenyans’ national identity cards as collateral to return them immediately or face legal action. The order targets hospitals, informal money lenders commonly known as shylocks, shops, and even entertainment joints that have been keeping ID cards from members of the public over unpaid bills or debts. Murkomen made the announcement while speaking in Kitui County during the inauguration ceremony of Nuu Sub-County on Wednesday, April 8. He said the government had received worrying reports showing that many Kenyans are currently without their ID…

Governor Releases KSh315 Million in Bursaries to Support Kisii Students Thousands of students across Kisii County are expected to benefit after Governor Simba Arati launched another major bursary disbursement programme aimed at helping learners stay in school despite the growing cost of education. The latest rollout, which took place on Wednesday, April 8, saw the county government release KSh315 million to support needy students from different wards across the county. The exercise was held at Nyamarambe Stadium in South Mugirango, where Governor Arati personally supervised the issuance of bursary cheques to hundreds of beneficiaries. Under the programme, every student selected…

KRA Announces Major Leadership Transition as Humphrey Wattanga Exits The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has officially announced a major leadership change following the departure of Commissioner General Humphrey Wattanga, bringing to a close his time leading the country’s tax collection agency. In a statement released on April 8, 2026, the KRA Board confirmed that Wattanga’s contract would not be renewed after the end of his current term. This decision now paves the way for a transition at one of Kenya’s most important public institutions. According to the Board, Wattanga leaves office after playing a key role in steering the authority…

Ruto Hands Humphrey Wattanga New Diplomatic Role After KRA Exit Former Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) Commissioner General Humphrey Wattanga has quickly secured a new government assignment, only hours after officially leaving the tax agency. President William Ruto has nominated him to serve as Kenya’s High Commissioner to Pretoria, South Africa, in one of the latest changes made within the country’s foreign service. Wattanga’s move to the diplomatic service came immediately after the end of his tenure at KRA, where the board chose not to renew his contract. His new nomination was included in a presidential notice released on Wednesday, April…

Peer-to-peer (P2P) crypto lending platforms are digital marketplaces that connect cryptocurrency holders who want to lend their assets with borrowers looking to access crypto funds. Unlike traditional banks or centralized lending services, P2P platforms remove the need for intermediaries, allowing users to directly negotiate terms and interest rates. This decentralized approach has grown in popularity as the cryptocurrency market expands and investors seek new ways to earn passive income. How Peer-to-Peer Crypto Lending Works P2P crypto lending platforms operate by matching lenders with borrowers. The process generally involves the following steps: Advantages of P2P Crypto Lending Risks and Challenges Popular…

In the world of digital finance, a new trend is emerging: NFT-backed loans. This financial innovation allows owners of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) to use their digital art as collateral to borrow money. NFTs, which are unique digital assets verified on the blockchain, can represent anything from digital art and music to virtual real estate. Using them as collateral opens up new possibilities for liquidity and investment without forcing the sale of these valuable digital assets. What Are NFT-Backed Loans? An NFT-backed loan is a type of secured loan where the borrower pledges their NFT as collateral. Unlike traditional loans that…