Former DRC Prime Minister Augustin Matata Ponyo Sentenced to 10 Years of Forced Labour for Embezzlement
inshasa, DR Congo — Former Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) Prime Minister Augustin Matata Ponyo has been sentenced to 10 years of forced labour after being convicted of embezzling $245…
Trump Signs Law Banning Revenge Porn, AI Deepfake Abuse
In a historic legislative move, U.S. President Donald Trump has signed the “Take It Down Act” into law, making the non-consensual distribution of intimate images — including those created with…
Commercial Banks Trigger Fierce Competition as SACCOs Urged to Innovate and Embrace Technology
Kenya’s commercial banking sector has intensified competition in the financial market by aggressively developing new products and services aimed at attracting a wide range of depositors. In response, stakeholders in…
Heavy Rains, Temperature Extremes Expected Across Regions
The Kenya Meteorological Department (KMD) has released its official weather forecast for the period between Tuesday, May 20, and Monday, May 26, 2025, detailing a mix of persistent rainfall, high…
Vivo V50 Lite Debuts in Kenya with Big Battery, Slim Design
Vivo has officially launched the vivo V50 Lite in Kenya, combining power, style, and next-generation imaging in one sleek smartphone. With a massive 6500mAh BlueVolt battery, lightning-fast 90W FlashCharge, and…
Co-operative Bank Posts Strong Q1 2025 Results Amid Growing Sacco Integration and Digital Expansion
Co-operative Bank of Kenya has kicked off the 2025 financial year on a strong note, reporting a steady rise in earnings and asset growth for the first quarter ended March…
Kenya to Track Hustler Fund Loan Defaulters as Government Unveils Sh33 Billion Youth and Women Empowerment Programme
The Government of Kenya is stepping up efforts to recover defaulted loans issued under the Financial Inclusion Fund—widely known as the Hustler Fund—as the number of defaulters continues to rise,…
Kenya Launches KEMIS to Streamline Student Records
NAIROBI, Kenya – In a landmark move aimed at revolutionizing Kenya’s education sector, the government has launched a comprehensive initiative to develop a single, integrated student database that will consolidate…
Moi University Lays Off Hundreds Over Financial Crisis
Moi University has officially issued redundancy letters to hundreds of staff members, citing a serious overstaffing problem and ongoing financial constraints. This decision comes after a comprehensive internal review, which…
Naivas, Carrefour Shut Down Over Health Violations
In a sweeping move that has sent shockwaves through Kenya’s retail industry, the Nairobi County Assembly’s Health Committee has ordered the immediate closure of all Naivas and Carrefour supermarkets in…