Author: Journalist Benedict
The Nairobi City County Government has issued a 60-day deadline to landlords and plot owners across the city to pay any pending land dues and submit building or development plans for idle parcels of land. The county warns that failure to comply within this period will lead to repossession and reallocation of the affected plots, with a focus on areas such as informal settlements, site and service schemes, and infill developments. The directive was announced in an official notice signed by Godfrey Akumali, Head of the County Public Service. According to the county, many plot owners have failed to either…
Kenya’s national football team, Harambee Stars, has officially withdrawn from the CECAFA Four Nations Tournament, just days before the competition was scheduled to begin. This unexpected decision comes less than two weeks before the start of the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN). In a statement released on Monday, July 21, the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) announced the withdrawal, stating that the decision was based on a recommendation from the national team’s technical team, which is led by Head Coach Benni McCarthy. “The Football Kenya Federation wishes to notify the public that the Harambee Stars have withdrawn from the CECAFA Four…
The Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) has released a crucial update for students who applied for loans before obtaining their National ID cards. In a notice issued on Monday, July 21, HELB outlined how applicants who used their KCSE index numbers during the application process can now link their ID details to their loan accounts after receiving their ID cards. In the official statement, HELB addressed the situation: “Have you recently received your National ID after applying for a HELB loan using your KCSE index number? Now is the time to update your account with your ID details! Follow these…
The Jubilee Party has firmly rejected statements made by ODM leader Raila Odinga, who claimed that former President Uhuru Kenyatta played a role in pushing for a power-sharing arrangement with President William Ruto’s administration. Speaking during a live interview on Citizen Radio on Monday morning, Jubilee Party Secretary General Jeremiah Kioni strongly dismissed Raila’s assertions. He accused the ODM leader of unfairly dragging both the Jubilee Party and Uhuru Kenyatta into a political narrative that doesn’t concern them. Kioni said that Raila’s remarks appeared aimed at portraying the former President and Jubilee in a negative light, particularly in relation to…
President William Ruto has issued a firm directive for police officers to immediately withdraw from a piece of disputed land in Baba Dogo, Nairobi. While speaking on Thursday during the official launch of the Climate WorkX: Rehabilitating the Nairobi River initiative, President Ruto ordered Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja and Nairobi Regional Commander George Seda to ensure that all law enforcement officers currently stationed on the land leave without delay. “I’ve been informed that police officers are currently deployed to that land. I am instructing that they vacate the area immediately. That land is public property, and my order…
Today’s financial ecosystem includes a wide range of services such as banking, digital payments, insurance, investing, and personal finance tools. In the past, these services operated independently, with very little connection between them. But thanks to digital transformation, these boundaries are now fading. Financial services are becoming more connected, creating a unified experience for users. The rise of digital platforms—like mobile apps, web-based tools, and smart devices—has made this integration even more essential. People now expect to move between different platforms effortlessly, with their data and services working smoothly together. To create this seamless experience, companies must tackle several important…
Whether it’s an unexpected emergency, a personal need, or a time-sensitive commitment, there are moments when borrowing money becomes necessary. In such times, having access to a flexible loan can make all the difference. Thanks to technology, getting these types of personal loans online has become simpler, more transparent, and completely hassle-free. Two great examples of flexible loan options are the EMI-Free Loan and the Personal Overdraft Loan. These loans can be incredibly useful in managing financial stress. An EMI-Free Loan allows you to pay only the interest every month, while the main loan amount is repaid in periodic lump…
Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah has openly challenged President William Ruto’s plan to transfer ownership of Amboseli National Park from the national government to Kajiado County, insisting that such a move is unconstitutional unless the Constitution itself is changed. Speaking during a public address, Omtatah argued that according to Kenya’s Constitution, national parks are categorized as public land and fall under the management of the national government. He said that unless there’s a constitutional amendment, it would be legally impossible for the president to hand over the park to the county or to the Maasai community living around it. “If you…
Moses Kuria has broken his silence following a viral photo showing him with former Mungiki leader Maina Njenga—an image that has stirred political debate, especially after Rigathi Gachagua claimed Kuria was financially supporting Njenga. On Sunday evening, Kuria took to social media to clarify the context behind the controversial image. The former senior economic advisor to President William Ruto said the photo was taken after an unexpected encounter back in 2023—not recently, as alleged by Gachagua. Kuria explained that on June 11, 2023, he was leaving a radio interview at Kameme FM when he bumped into Maina Njenga at the…
Tambach Boys High School in Elgeyo Marakwet County has been closed for an unspecified period after students walked out in protest during the early hours of Monday morning, heading towards Iten town. Principal Michael Cheruiyot confirmed the closure, saying that while the situation didn’t result in major destruction, the school’s Board of Management had urgently met to evaluate the unrest and decide the way forward. According to reports, the students left the school compound at around 3 a.m. in what appeared to be a well-organized protest. Their early morning march captured the attention of nearby residents as the students proceeded…