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Moses Kuria Dismisses Claims of Planning to Resign as Public Service CS

24May

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Moses Kuria Dismisses Claims of Planning to Resign as Public Service CS

Public Service Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria (left) speaking at a past event, and Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua (right) addressing the public. PHOTO | Courtesy In Summary: Public Service Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has refuted rumors of his resignation. Kuria clarified that the rumors were spread by a fake X account and urged the public to ignore such misinformation. Public Service Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has dismissed allegations that he plans to step down from his government position. On Friday, Kuria issued a statement addressing the rumors, which he identified as fake news propagated by a counterfeit X account. In his clarification, CS Kuria urged Kenyans to disregard these rumors and report any accounts spreading such misinformation. "It has come ...

Four Dead, 21 Injured in Spain’s Mallorca Restaurant Roof Collapse

24May

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Four Dead, 21 Injured in Spain’s Mallorca Restaurant Roof Collapse

In Summary: The roof of a restaurant in Mallorca, Spain, collapsed, resulting in four fatalities and 21 injuries. Emergency services are actively working to rescue people trapped under the rubble. The roof of a restaurant on the popular tourist island of Mallorca, Spain, collapsed on Thursday, causing the deaths of four people and injuring 21 others, according to local emergency services. An emergency services spokesperson confirmed that victims included individuals of "several nationalities." On social media platform X, emergency services reported that seven victims were in "very serious" condition, while nine others sustained "serious" injuries and were admitted to different hospitals. The two-storey building in the Playa de Palma area, south of Palma de Mallorca, th...

Former Government Officer Loses Kes 113M and 7 Multi-Million Properties After Supreme Court Ruling

23May

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Former Government Officer Loses Kes 113M and 7 Multi-Million Properties After Supreme Court Ruling

In Summary: Jimmy Kiamba, former Nairobi County Finance Chief Officer, loses over Kes 200 million in assets following a Supreme Court ruling. The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) seized Ksh 113.9 million and seven multi-million properties linked to unexplained wealth. On Thursday, May 23, former Nairobi County Finance Chief Officer Jimmy Kiamba lost multimillion-shilling properties and funds in his bank accounts after a Supreme Court ruling. The Supreme Court directed the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) to seize assets and money estimated to exceed Ksh 200 million. Kiamba's seized assets included Ksh 113.9 million in bank accounts and seven multi-million-shilling properties. The EACC filed a petition against Kiamba, arguing that some of his ass...

Kenya to Receive 16 Helicopters and 150 Armored Vehicles from the US

23May

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Kenya to Receive 16 Helicopters and 150 Armored Vehicles from the US

In Summary: Kenya to receive 16 helicopters and 150 armored vehicles from the United States. The partnership aims to enhance Kenya's security operations and peacekeeping missions. Kenya is set to receive 16 U.S.-manufactured helicopters to enhance its security operations and peacekeeping missions. This move is part of a broader support package from President Joe Biden's administration following President William Ruto's state visit to Washington. A statement released by the White House on Thursday detailed that the 16 helicopters include eight Hueys to bolster regional peace and security and eight MD-500s to strengthen Kenya's peacekeeping capabilities. The aircraft are expected to arrive in Nairobi between late 2024 and 2025. In addition to the helicopters, Kenya will ...

Biden to Designate Kenya as Major Non-NATO Ally During Ruto’s White House Visit.

23May

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Biden to Designate Kenya as Major Non-NATO Ally During Ruto’s White House Visit.

President William Ruto lays a wreath at Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia, US, on May 22, 2024, paying respects to America’s fallen heroes. PHOTO: @WilliamsRuto | X In Summary: Kenya is set to become a major non-NATO ally, the first sub-Saharan country to receive this status. The designation will enhance Kenya's military cooperation with the United States and other NATO members. Kenya is expected to be designated as a major non-North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) ally on Thursday, May 23, during President William Ruto's visit to the White House. According to a United States government official, President Joe Biden will extend this significant status to Kenya following bilateral talks with President Ruto. The designation will facilitate closer security coope...

Kenyan Farmer Confronts Ruto in US Over Ksh250,000 Loss on Fake Fertilizer

22May

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Kenyan Farmer Confronts Ruto in US Over Ksh250,000 Loss on Fake Fertilizer

President Ruto speaking to the CEOs of Fortune companies in Atlanta, Georgia, USA, on May 22, 2024. IMAGE: @WilliamsRuto | X In Summary: A Kenyan farmer in the US confronted President William Ruto over a Ksh250,000 loss on fake fertilizer. President Ruto assured that the government had initiated a compensation scheme and legal action against those responsible. On Wednesday, May 22, a Kenyan farmer residing in the United States confronted President William Ruto, demanding compensation after spending Ksh250,000 on allegedly counterfeit fertilizer. The disgruntled farmer voiced his concerns during a meeting between the president and a group of Kenyans living in the US. He explained that, despite living abroad, he manages a large wheat farm in Narok County and had purchased th...

22May

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Alarm as Red Eye Disease Spreads to Other Sub-Counties in Busia

In Summary: The red eye disease has spread from Teso North to multiple other sub-counties in Busia. The number of infections has tripled, and the disease is caused by the adenovirus. The red eye disease, which initially broke out in Teso North sub-county, Busia County, last month, has now spread to several other sub-counties within the region. Harriet Kavere, Busia County Eye Diseases Coordinator, reported that the disease has now been detected in Teso South, Nambale, Matayos, and Samia. The number of those infected has also tripled. According to Kavere, the disease is caused by a virus known as adenovirus, which leads to redness, swelling, and fluid discharge from the eyes. "Someone who is infected feels like there are small stones in the eyes, and they itch cons...

US Election 2024: Biden and Trump’s Stances on Key Issues

22May

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US Election 2024: Biden and Trump’s Stances on Key Issues

President Joe Biden, right, and the Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump. Photograph |TopNews In Summary: A comparison of President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump’s positions on ten critical policy areas. Key differences in their approaches to the economy, immigration, healthcare, and more. As the 2024 US presidential election approaches, American voters face a crucial choice between re-electing Democratic President Joe Biden or bringing back his Republican predecessor, Donald Trump. Here's a comparison of their stances on ten key issues, highlighting their own words on these matters. Economy:President Biden's economic policy, known as Bidenomics, aims to build the economy "from the bottom up" by investing in infrastructure, manufacturing, c...

Global Leaders React to Death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi in Helicopter Crash

20May

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Global Leaders React to Death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi in Helicopter Crash

Late Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi. IMAGE FILE In Summary: Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi dies in a helicopter crash, sparking global condolences. Leaders from around the world express their sympathies, highlighting Raisi's impact on international relations. World leaders have expressed their deep condolences following the death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, who died in a helicopter crash. The crash, which also claimed the lives of nine other officials, including Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian, occurred in Iran’s mountainous northwestern region near the Azerbaijan border. Rescue teams began searching for Raisi and the other passengers on Sunday afternoon after the helicopter went missing. The search operation was complicated by the rugged terrain and adv...

Gov’t Allocates Ksh100 Million for Youth Loans: Step-by-Step Guide on Accessing Funds

15May

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Gov’t Allocates Ksh100 Million for Youth Loans: Step-by-Step Guide on Accessing Funds

On the left, individuals queue for job opportunities in Nairobi, while on the right, an individual counts Kenyan currency. Image file In Summary: The Youth Enterprise Development Fund (YEDF) is set to disburse Ksh225 million in the next financial year, with Ksh100 million allocated for youth loans. YEDF outlines requirements and steps for accessing the funds, aimed at empowering youth in Kenya. The Youth Enterprise Development Fund (YEDF) has unveiled plans to distribute Ksh225 million in the upcoming financial year, commencing on July 1. Out of this allocation, Ksh100 million has been earmarked specifically for disbursing loans to youth, in a bid to foster development among this demographic, which constitutes a significant portion of the country's population. Accordi...