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13 Police Officers and an NIS Agent Charged With Murder in Kiambu Court Thirteen police officers and an agent from the National Intelligence Service (NIS) have officially been charged with murder at the Kiambu High Court. The officers, along with a Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) warden, are accused of being involved in the killing of two Indian nationals and a Kenyan taxi driver in Nairobi’s Ole Sereni area in July 2022. According to court documents released by the Office of the Directorate of Public Prosecutions (ODPP), the suspects were charged with the murder of Mohammed Zaid Sami Kidwali and Zulfiqar…

Why Kenyans Are Still Struggling Financially Despite a Stronger Shilling The Kenyan shilling has remained stable at around Ksh129 per US dollar since August, sparking discussions on how this affects businesses and ordinary citizens. While a strong currency is often seen as a sign of economic strength, many Kenyans are still struggling with high living costs, raising questions about the real impact of this stability. CBK’s Role in Keeping the Shilling Strong Treasury Principal Secretary Chris Kiptoo has suggested that the exchange rate might have been much lower—potentially around Ksh100 per US dollar—if the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) had…

Government Warns Farmers About Fake Fertilizer Scam The Kisii County Government, in collaboration with national authorities, is preparing for a major crackdown on individuals selling fake fertilizers. This follows a surge in counterfeit agricultural products that have been affecting farmers in the region. The warning was issued during a joint meeting attended by representatives from both the county and national governments, along with Kisii County Executive Committee (CEC) Member for Agriculture, Fisheries, and Cooperative Development, Elijah Obori. Suspects Arrested for Selling Fake Fertilizer Obori highlighted a recent case in Suneka, located in Kisii South Sub-County, where two individuals were arrested…

Members of County Assemblies (MCAs) from across Kenya have warned that they will halt operations at county assemblies and stage a protest march to State House on Monday unless their demands are addressed. This announcement came during the inaugural County Assemblies Forum held at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC), where the MCAs voiced their frustrations over financial struggles and the lack of resources for fulfilling their duties. Makueni MCA, Kalunda Wa Kalunda, made a strong statement during the meeting, saying, “If our demands are not met by Monday, we will paralyze all assemblies and take our protests directly to…

Tharaka Nithi County has announced that residents can now access free healthcare services at all primary care facilities, including dispensaries and healthcare centers, as long as they are registered with the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF). This announcement was made by Governor Muthomi Njuki, who also serves as the chairperson of the Council of Governors’ Health Committee. Governor Njuki emphasized that all county residents have the right to receive universal healthcare services at county facilities without paying, provided they are registered with the Social Health Authority (SHA), which has replaced the defunct National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF). Governor Njuki also…

On Wednesday, February 19, Kerugoya Central Member of Parliament, Gachoki Gitari, led a group of angry residents from Kerugoya, Kirinyaga, in a protest at the Kerugoya Police Station. The residents were demanding action to address the increasing insecurity in the area. Gitari, along with his constituents, voiced their concerns about the law enforcement officers, accusing them of being ineffective in dealing with crime. One of the main issues raised was the release of criminals from custody under unclear circumstances, which the residents believe has played a significant role in the rising insecurity. The MP highlighted a tragic incident that had…

Juja MP George Koimburi was forced to flee from Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) detectives outside the Kiambu Law Courts on Thursday, February 20. In dramatic footage shared with newshub.co.ke, Koimburi, who was holding a press conference with his lawyers, was seen being escorted toward a vehicle. Suddenly, chaos erupted, and Koimburi swiftly ran from the detectives before jumping onto a motorbike to escape their attempts to rearrest him. Confirming the incident, his lawyer, Ndegwa Njiru, who was with Koimburi outside the court, stated, “My client, Hon. Koimburi, narrowly escaped being abducted just outside the Kiambu Law Courts.” Koimburi had…

President William Ruto has addressed the widespread mockery surrounding his commitment to constructing the 750-kilometer Isiolo-Mandera road. During a recent visit to Northern Kenya, he announced plans for this significant infrastructure project, which has since become the subject of numerous memes and jokes on social media. Despite the ridicule, President Ruto remains resolute in his dedication to the development of Northern Kenya. In his statement, President Ruto emphasized the importance of the road project, stating, “I am committed to delivering the 750km road from Isiolo to Mandera because, for a very long time, we have left Northern Kenya behind.” He…

Understanding Cryptocurrency Burning Cryptocurrency burning is a process where digital tokens (also known as coins) are permanently removed from circulation. This is done by sending them to a special wallet address that cannot be accessed or used for any transactions, except for receiving coins. Since no one has the private keys to this wallet, the tokens sent there are essentially lost forever. Key Takeaways How Does Cryptocurrency Burning Work? When someone owns cryptocurrency, they have a unique wallet address that allows them to send and receive digital tokens. This is similar to how an email address works—you can send and…

Cryptocurrency is a unique financial tool that allows anyone with internet access to participate in a decentralized economy through various platforms, including crypto exchanges, decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms, and online brokers. One of the most attractive aspects of crypto is the ability to earn passive income through different methods. However, it is important to understand that while these opportunities can be profitable, they also come with inherent risks, such as market volatility, scams, security breaches, and lack of government protection. Let’s explore some of the best ways to earn passive income using cryptocurrency. Key Takeaways Yield Farming Some DeFi platforms…