The Auditor General has raised concerns regarding the management of the Hustler Fund, prompting a response from the government. Errors in data extraction, understaffing during the fund’s establishment, and issues with notes numbering were cited as reasons for the discrepancies highlighted by Dr. Nancy Gathungu. Dr. Gathungu issued a disclaimer …
Read More »Senator Calls for Cabinet Reshuffle Amid Protests
Senator Miraj Abdillahi of UDA has urged President William Ruto to dismiss his Cabinet and initiate a fresh start. She emphasized that the current Cabinet has failed the President, as evidenced by recent protests from Generation Z against the government. Speaking in Likoni, Mombasa, Senator Abdillahi expressed concern that the …
Read More »White House Defends Biden’s Fitness Amid Doubts
By: BBC The White House has fought back against questions about Joe Biden’s mental fitness, with the US president telling anxious fellow Democrats it is time to end the criticism, and daring doubters in the party to challenge him. In a tense news conference, the president’s spokeswoman rejected suggestions that …
Read More »CFAO Motors Kenya Rebrands to CFAO Mobility Kenya
CFAO Motors Kenya has undergone a rebranding and is now known as CFAO Mobility Kenya. This strategic change aims to strengthen its identity as a diverse provider of mobility solutions. The transformation aligns with global branding standards set by its parent company, CFAO Group. Under the new identity, CFAO Mobility …
Read More »Report: Kenya’s External Debt Ranks 8th in Africa
Kenya ranks eighth highest in Africa for its external debt obligations, according to a recent report. The country is one of 23 nations expected to allocate more than 20 percent of their revenue towards paying off external debts. This financial burden has escalated significantly for Kenya, with projections indicating it …
Read More »Kingdom Bank Expands with 22nd Branch in Meru
Kingdom Bank inaugurates its 22nd branch in Meru County as part of an expansion initiative that has seen three new branches open this year. This latest branch is strategically positioned to support Meru’s vibrant agricultural community and foster local business growth. Anthony Mburu, Managing Director and CEO of Kingdom Bank, …
Read More »Justina Wamae Declines Ruto’s Taskforce Offer
Justina Wamae, former running mate in the Roots party’s presidential campaign, has declined an offer from William Ruto to join a taskforce tasked with auditing health resources. This decision follows Ruto’s recent gazetting of a 20-member Human Resources for Health (HRH) taskforce aimed at evaluating healthcare workforce resources. President Ruto …
Read More »Ruto to Announce Major Cabinet Reshuffle, Abolishing Seven Ministries
Pesident William Ruto is reportedly preparing for a significant Cabinet reshuffle, which will see the number of ministries reduced from 22 to 15. According to sources from State House, this reorganization will result in the elimination of about seven ministries. The remaining ministries will cover essential portfolios, including: 1. Ministry …
Read More »Senator Cheruiyot: I was Almost Resigning Due to Protests
Senator Aaron Cheruiyot considered resigning due to the heightened tensions during the anti-Finance Bill protests. Speaking in the Senate, Cheruiyot admitted that there were moments when he thought about stepping down from his leadership role. However, he ultimately decided against it, emphasizing his commitment to being part of the solution …
Read More »Millicent Omanga: Increasing State Officers’ Salaries Is a Betrayal to Kenyans
Former nominated Senator Millicent Omanga criticizes the recent increase in salaries for state officers, calling it a betrayal of Kenyans. She believes that at a time when there is widespread demand for salary reductions, such increases are deceptive and disrespectful to the public. Omanga emphasizes that the current priority should …
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