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Kalonzo Denies Making Nairobi Deal With Gachagua Ahead of 2027 Wiper Patriotic Front Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has rejected claims made by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua suggesting that the two had reached a political deal concerning key Nairobi seats ahead of the 2027 General Election. According to Gachagua, the alleged agreement would have required Wiper to withdraw its candidates from major Nairobi positions in favour of his Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP). Speaking during a Thanksgiving ceremony in Machakos County, Kalonzo dismissed the claims as baseless and accused government allies of intentionally spreading misleading information meant to divide…

The European Union and the Government of Kenya have rolled out a new joint programme designed to boost the country’s ability to investigate crimes linked to cryptocurrency and other digital assets. The initiative, implemented through the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), introduces a specialised training module that will equip officers with deeper knowledge and modern investigative skills to keep up with fast-evolving threats in the virtual assets space. In a statement released by the DCI, officials said the new Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Investigation Training Module represents an important step in updating Kenya’s law enforcement systems so they can effectively respond…

The stock market is huge. The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) alone has more than 2,400 listed companies, and the NASDAQ has over 3,400 more.So ask yourself: Which of these thousands of companies will you follow? And do you honestly have the time and energy to keep up with all the earnings reports, company news, leadership changes, and industry trends? Forex, on the other hand, is far simpler to navigate. Even though many currencies can be traded, most traders focus on the seven major currency pairs. Tracking seven pairs is far easier and far more realistic than tracking thousands of…

The foreign exchange market—commonly called the forex or FX market—is a massive global system where currencies are bought and sold. It is decentralized, meaning there is no single physical location or central exchange controlling everything. With daily trading volumes now exceeding $7 trillion, the forex market is the largest financial market in the world. It plays a huge role in keeping the global economy running by enabling international trade, cross-border payments, and foreign investments. In this lesson, we will break down how the forex market is structured, who participates in it, and how retail forex trading became accessible to everyday…

In forex trading, timing plays a huge role in determining your success. Even though the market runs 24 hours a day, five days a week, not all days offer the same level of activity or trading opportunities. Every day of the trading week comes with its own rhythm, shaped by liquidity, volatility, and the release of key economic data. For beginners, understanding these differences can make trading decisions much smarter and more effective. Most traders already know that the London session is the busiest compared to the other trading sessions. But beyond sessions, some days of the week naturally experience…

Bitcoin-backed borrowing isn’t just popular with individual retail investors — businesses are also using BTC as part of their treasury strategy. “We put a decent chunk of our treasury into Bitcoin,” said Graham Krizek, the founder of Voltage, a Lightning infrastructure provider. “It extended our runway and saved us from taking out traditional loans. That’s real operational leverage.” Voltage also uses Lightning Network liquidity to reduce internal costs and improve capital efficiency. “Without Lightning liquidity, we would have been forced to raise money. Lightning keeps the business running smoothly,” Krizek added. Some public companies are taking this even further. Block…

Traditional finance is slowly beginning to absorb stablecoins into its systems, and global stablecoin usage is rising at a remarkable pace. More people and businesses are discovering that stablecoins are one of the fastest, cheapest, and most programmable ways to move money across borders and build fintech products. But moving from old banking infrastructure to a modern, blockchain-based system requires a completely different way of thinking. As this shift happens, new forms of risk and new policy questions naturally arise. After all, using digital bearer assets held in self-custody is a huge change from the registered, account-based deposits that banks…

Bitcoin is evolving faster than ever, and one of the most promising developments is the rise of Layer-2 lending platforms. These platforms are creating a new lending market that could transform how people borrow and lend using Bitcoin. As Bitcoin becomes more scalable and efficient through Layer-2 solutions, it is opening doors for financial products that were once impossible on the main blockchain. Below is a high-quality, simple-English article in structured paragraphs, suitable for publication. Introduction: Bitcoin Is Moving Beyond “Store of Value” For many years, Bitcoin was mainly seen as digital gold — something people buy and hold. However,…

U.S. Issues New Security Warning for Tanzania Ahead of Planned Protests The United States has released a fresh security warning for Tanzania, just days before anti-government demonstrations are expected on Tuesday, December 9. The advisory comes amid rising tensions following the country’s recent elections. In a statement issued on Monday, December 1, the U.S. Embassy in Dar es Salaam highlighted that travellers to Tanzania could face a range of disruptions during the protests. These may include nationwide curfews, roadblocks, ferry cancellations to Zanzibar, internet blackouts, and even interruptions to international flights. The embassy also warned that foreign nationals might come…

State House Official Faces Tense Roadside Confrontation with Driver Mike Gitonga, widely recognized as the official voice and emcee at presidential events, found himself in an unexpected and tense encounter over the past weekend. The Secretary of State for Functions was involved in a roadside incident with a driver who appeared to be intoxicated, leading to a confrontation that quickly turned into a curious mix of humor, reasoning, and unexpected wisdom. The incident took place as Gitonga was heading home on his BMW GS motorbike. According to reports, a man driving a Ford Ranger Raptor double-cab pickup was dangerously on…