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Elvis Murakana, Son of MP Beatrice Elachi, Passes Away in ICU
Elvis Murakana Namenya, the son of Dagoretti North Member of Parliament (MP) Beatrice Elachi, has died while receiving treatment at a Nairobi hospital, local media reported. The cause was life-threatening injuries he sustained during a grisly road accident, his mother said. Murakana had spent more than two days receiving treatment in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of the undisclosed city hospital,...
NTSA’s Online Portal Restored After Temporary Outage
The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) announced on Tuesday evening that its primary online system for managing road transport services is back in operation after experiencing downtime for several hours. "We are pleased to inform you that our services are now fully restored," NTSA said in a statement, referring to the online platform for vehicle registration, driving licence applications,...
25 Best Money Market Funds with Highest Interest Rates in Kenya March–April 2025
By definition, a money market fund is a mutual fund that invests in high-quality, short-term money market instruments, such as bank deposits, government securities, and corporate instruments, among various other near-cash holdings. Money market funds, commonly referred to as "MMFs," offer lower market risk and give your savings an opportunity to grow, as they primarily focus on capital protection with...
How Spotify Pays Kenyan Artists in 2025
Spotify is a digital music, podcast, and video service that provides access to millions of songs and other content from creators worldwide, especially artists. Since its founding, it has significantly expanded its presence in Africa and offers music streaming services in many countries, focusing on local music and content. It supports African artists and creators through initiatives like the "Sounds...
How to Join the National Youth Service (NYS) 2025:
The National Youth Service (NYS) in Kenya has announced a nationwide recruitment of volunteers to contribute to various national development projects. This recruitment process, which runs from February 10 to February 15, 2025, offers young Kenyans the opportunity to serve their country while gaining valuable skills. The program is open to Kenyan citizens aged 18 to 26 years who have...
Why Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla Faces Court Over the July 2021 South Africa Riots?
Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, the daughter of former South African president Jacob Zuma, is set to appear in court in connection with the July 2021 riots. The unrest, which erupted after Zuma’s imprisonment, saw widespread violence, looting, and destruction across South Africa, particularly in KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng. More than 300 people lost their lives during the turmoil. Duduzile faces charges of...
Patrick Dorgu: The Rising African Star Targeted by Manchester United
Patrick Dorgu, a promising young defender from Lecce, has recently become a hot topic in the world of football. At just 20 years old, the Nigerian talent has caught the attention of major European clubs, with Manchester United reportedly closing in on a £30 million transfer deal. This potential move is significant not only for Dorgu's career but also...
M23 Rebels and the Strategic Importance of Goma in the DRC
Who Are the M23 Rebels in Congo? The March 23 Movement (M23) is a rebel group that operates in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), primarily in the North Kivu province. Formed in 2012, M23 consists of former soldiers of the Congolese army (FARDC) who defected, citing the government's failure to honor a peace agreement signed on March 23,...
Goma City: A Strategic Hub Under Siege in the Democratic Republic of Congo
Goma, the capital of North Kivu province in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), is once again at the center of international attention as the M23 rebel group makes significant advances into the city. The unfolding crisis has forced thousands of residents to flee, highlighting the fragile state of security and governance in this critical region. A City in...
President Ruto, in Shift, Says No to Finance Bill 2024
Kenya's president, William Ruto, has refused to sign into law the controversial Finance Bill 2024 that imposes high taxes on various goods and services, requesting that it be returned to parliament for reconsideration. Citing extra pressure from members of the public, the president announced the decision Wednesday after a meeting with ruling party MPs at State House, Nairobi. "Listening keenly to...
