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In a significant ruling, the High Court has suspended President William Ruto’s health audit task force, which included key figures such as the Director General of Health, Patrick Amoth. This decision has dealt a severe setback to the initiative, raising concerns about its constitutionality. On Thursday, Justice Bahati Mwamuye declared that the Presidential Task Force on Health Audit was unconstitutional. The court ruled that the task force had illegally taken over the responsibilities of the Kenya Human Resources Advisory Council, making its formation and operation unlawful. Justice Mwamuye issued a clear declaration: “Executive Order No. 5 of 2024, which established…

Former Chief Justice David Maraga has strongly criticized corruption, calling it Kenya’s most significant challenge, and has hinted at a possible run for president. In an increasingly vocal position on the country’s leadership, Maraga expressed his concern about the role corruption plays in Kenya’s struggles, suggesting that urgent action is needed to address the issue. During his speech at the People Dialogue Festival at Uhuru Park, Maraga emphasized that corruption lies at the heart of Kenya’s problems. He stressed that without tackling this issue head-on, the country would continue to face persistent difficulties. His remarks come at a time when…

Table of Contents In the rapidly evolving financial landscape, crypto-backed loans have emerged as an innovative way to use digital assets for securing liquidity. As cryptocurrencies become more mainstream, traditional financial systems are adapting by incorporating these digital assets. Crypto-backed loans allow individuals and businesses to access necessary funds without having to sell their cryptocurrency holdings. According to data from Synpulse, a well-known professional services firm, the crypto-based lending market exceeded $22 billion by the end of 2023, mainly driven by the decentralized finance (DeFi) sector. This article will explore the mechanics behind crypto-backed loans, their benefits, risks, and the…

Bitcoin-backed lending is becoming increasingly popular among financial institutions as more investment managers adopt Bitcoin, and as interest rates for fiat currencies continue to fall. According to Ledn, a platform focused on Bitcoin-backed lending, there has been a significant rise in institutional investment, especially in Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs), following their approval for trading in January. Ledn reported that many major institutions are moving beyond ETFs and are now concentrating on Bitcoin-backed lending. In the first half of 2024 alone, Ledn facilitated a remarkable $1.16 billion in cryptocurrency loans, mostly to financial institutions. These loans are providing lenders with annual…

In recent years, crypto-backed loans have emerged as a promising alternative to traditional lending systems. With the growing adoption of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology, these loans offer a unique way for individuals and businesses to access liquidity without needing to sell their assets. Experts predict that the market for crypto-backed loans will continue to grow, driven by factors such as the increasing value of digital assets and the desire for more flexible borrowing options. Crypto-backed loans allow borrowers to use their cryptocurrency holdings as collateral to secure loans. These loans can be particularly appealing for those who want to leverage…

The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) President, Faith Odhiambo, has addressed the ongoing delays in resolving abduction cases that have been reported over the past few months. Speaking at the People’s Dialogue Festival at Uhuru Park on Wednesday, March 5, Odhiambo explained that although the Judiciary is keen on expediting these cases, the prolonged investigations by the police are causing significant delays. “Yes, there has been a delay in many of these cases. If you have followed some of them closely, you will notice that the court is trying to strike a balance between addressing the cases quickly while also…

President William Ruto has shared the government’s plan to settle the outstanding Ksh33 billion debt owed by the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF), a situation that has negatively impacted the implementation of the new Social Health Authority (SHA). This debt has been a major challenge, affecting the smooth operation of healthcare services across the country. On Wednesday, March 5, President Ruto confirmed that by the time NHIF ceased operations on November 22, 2024, it had accumulated a debt of Ksh33 billion. However, he assured the public that there was a well-organized plan to resolve this issue. He pointed out that…

The National Police Service (NPS) has strongly condemned an incident in which a police officer was reportedly caught on video deleting footage from an NTV camera crew during protests in Majengo, Nairobi, on Wednesday. According to Nation, some police officers prevented a photographer from retrieving his camera, which had been placed inside a police van, while another officer allegedly erased crucial footage that had been captured during the chaotic scenes in Majengo. “A police officer prevents a photographer from accessing his camera as another officer deletes footage recorded by the NTV crew during protests in the Majengo area of Nairobi,”…

National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah has officially withdrawn a bill that aimed to allow owners of unclaimed financial assets to designate someone else to receive payments on their behalf. Speaker of the National Assembly, Moses Wetang’ula, confirmed the withdrawal of the Unclaimed Financial Assets (Amendment) Bill (National Assembly Bill No. 15 of 2024), following a request from Ichung’wah. The decision came after the Finance Committee rejected the proposed amendments in December 2024. “I have accepted the request and now direct that the Unclaimed Financial Assets (Amendment) Bill be withdrawn immediately,” stated Wetang’ula. The proposed amendments sought to change sections…

The government has announced a nationwide dialogue to engage Kenyans in discussions about the implementation of the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC), which has been in place since 2019. This week-long engagement aims to gather feedback and assess the progress of the education system. In a notice released by the Ministry of Education on Thursday, March 6, 2025, the government confirmed that these discussions will take place across all 47 counties. The main focus will be on evaluating the quality of education and learning outcomes under the CBC system. “These dialogues are designed to bring together all key players in the education…