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US President Donald Trump has ordered a temporary 90-day halt on foreign development assistance, pending reviews to determine its effectiveness and how well it aligns with his administration’s foreign policy goals. This decision, announced shortly after his inauguration on January 20, is set to affect countries like Kenya, which heavily rely on aid from the United States. The executive order, one of several Trump signed on his first day back in office, stated that “the foreign aid industry and bureaucracy are not aligned with American interests and, in many cases, are opposed to American values.” It further emphasized that foreign…

Kenya Power Urges Customers to Update Their Records for VAT Returns Kenya Power has issued a notice urging all customers who use their electricity bills to claim Value Added Tax (VAT) refunds to update their personal and business information. This update is necessary to ensure the smooth processing of VAT returns, in line with recent changes in the filing system. The notice, published on Tuesday, January 21, through the government’s MyGov platform, requests customers to submit important documents. These include a copy of their Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) Personal Identification Number (PIN) and a National Identity Card. For businesses, the…

As the High Court prepares to hear the judicial review application on February 4, 2025, concerning Worldcoin’s activities in Kenya, public attention is focused on the outcome of the case. This legal battle is not only about whether the company followed the law; it represents a crucial test of how Kenya will protect fundamental human rights in the digital era. The controversy surrounding Worldcoin began when the public, along with government authorities, raised concerns over the company’s collection and handling of biometric data. These worries prompted the Kenyan government to suspend Worldcoin’s operations and launch an investigation into whether the…

Chelsea ended their five-game winless streak in the Premier League with an important 3-1 victory over relegation-threatened Wolves on Monday. Despite a costly mistake from goalkeeper Robert Sanchez, second-half goals from Marc Cucurella and Noni Madueke secured all three points for the home side, moving them back into the top four and strengthening their bid for Champions League qualification. The win comes as a relief for Chelsea fans after their promising early-season form faltered. Enzo Maresca’s team had been just two points behind league leaders Liverpool in mid-December, sparking hopes of an unexpected title challenge. However, a poor run of…

The cryptocurrency market witnessed a dramatic shake-up as former U.S. President Donald Trump unveiled his new crypto token, which skyrocketed to a market value exceeding $10 billion on Monday. This launch, alongside the anticipation of a crypto-friendly administration under Trump, also fueled Bitcoin to hit a record high before stabilizing. Dubbed a “memecoin,” Trump’s cryptocurrency, branded as $TRUMP, launched Friday night and quickly gained momentum. Starting below $10 on Saturday morning, the token surged to a peak of $74.59 before declining slightly. As of Monday, it was trading at $33.88, according to CoinGecko. Critics, including ethics experts, have raised concerns…

Mathew Nyamlori, Who Sat KCPE Nine Times, Passes Away After Cancer Battle Mathew Nyamlori, a man widely recognized for his extraordinary determination in academics, has passed away. Nyamlori, who became a household name for sitting the Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) examinations nine times, succumbed to cancer on Monday, January 20. The news of his passing was shared by his close friend, Okoto Nyuka BeL, who revealed that Nyamlori fought a courageous battle with the illness. According to the friend, Mathew had made peace with his condition and even expressed some personal requests in the days leading up to…

The United States will officially leave the World Health Organization (WHO), President Donald Trump announced on Monday. He criticized the global health agency for its handling of the COVID-19 pandemic and other international health emergencies, claiming the organization was influenced by political agendas and failed to act independently. Trump accused the WHO of being swayed by the “inappropriate political influence” of its member states and said the U.S. was unfairly burdened with excessive financial contributions compared to other major countries like China. “The World Health Organization took advantage of us. Everyone takes advantage of the United States, but that ends…

Butchery Attendant Stabs Colleague to Death in Dispute Over Missing Meat A tragic incident occurred on Monday evening at Ranen Market in Migori County, where a butchery worker lost his life following a heated argument with his colleague. According to area chief Phares Osore, the deceased, 35-year-old Geoffrey Ouma, was fatally stabbed by his coworker, identified as Ochieng Odhiambo. Chief Osore explained that the conflict between the two arose after they accused each other of reporting to their employer about missing meat from both the butchery and the slaughterhouse where they worked. Their employer, frustrated by the recurring meat losses,…

MP Koech Alleges Gachagua Played a Role in Violent 2024 Protests Belgut Member of Parliament (MP) Nelson Koech has accused former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua of being involved in orchestrating the violent anti-government protests that rocked Kenya in 2024. Speaking during an interview on Citizen TV’s Daybreak Show on Monday, Koech alleged that Gachagua, alongside other politicians, was behind the chaos witnessed during the demonstrations. The MP further revealed that the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) has already approved charges against several individuals linked to the protests. “The only genuine demonstration led by young people happened once.…

In a series of unsettling incidents, women in various parts of the world have engaged in public disturbances involving vandalism and indecent exposure. In Cape Town, South Africa, a woman stripped naked and vandalized a Capitec bank branch, causing significant disruption. Similarly, in Beijing, China, a woman undressed to her bra and attacked cars with a metal pole on a busy road, alarming motorists and passersby. In another incident, a 62-year-old woman in West Kingsdown, UK, vandalized multiple cars, causing damages estimated at £4,500 (approximately KSh 835,000). She attributed her actions to emotional fluctuations associated with menopause. These cases highlight…