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The updated look of the Ksh.1,000 note. In Summary: The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has introduced four changes to the country's banknotes. New banknotes will circulate alongside existing ones, with the Sh1,000 note being released first. The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has revealed four key modifications to the country's currency banknotes. These changes will apply to all denominations, including the 50, 100, 200, 500, and 1000 shilling notes. The first two changes involve updated signatures on the banknotes. All notes will now bear the signatures of CBK Governor Dr. Kamau Thugge and National Treasury Principal Secretary Dr. Chris Kiptoo. Thirdly, the new banknotes will display 2024 as the year of print. Lastly, they will feature enhanced security threads with color...

Kenya Power technicians. IMAGE : Kenya Powe In Summary: Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) has scheduled power interruptions in seven counties for system maintenance. The affected counties are Kiambu, Uasin Gishu, Kakamega, Homa Bay, Nyeri, Meru, and Murang'a, with varying outage durations. The Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) has announced planned power interruptions in seven counties scheduled for Wednesday, August 7, 2024. These periodic interruptions are necessary to facilitate system maintenance and will affect specific areas within the mentioned counties. In Kiambu County, two areas will be affected. The Ndula area and Kolping will experience outages from 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., affecting locations such as Kilimambogo Teachers, Magogoni, Kiboko Farm, ...

Acting Police Inspector General Gilbert Masengeli, accompanied by senior police commanders, addresses the media at the National Police Service Campus in Embakasi on Tuesday, August 6, 2024. IMAGE: Handout In Summary: Acting Police Inspector General Gilbert Masengeli affirms police readiness for upcoming Gen Z protests while emphasizing the right to peaceful demonstration. Masengeli uses the opportunity to engage with ground commanders and discuss broader security challenges facing the country. Acting Police Inspector General (IG) Gilbert Masengeli has assured the public of the National Police Service's preparedness for the upcoming "Nane Nane" protests scheduled for Thursday. Speaking at Embakasi Administration Police Training College after meeting with regional police b...

Registrar of Political Parties Ann Nderitu speaks during a press conference at her office on May 23.IMAGE FILE In Summary: The Office of Registrar of Political Parties (ORPP) has officially recognized Hassan Omar as the new Secretary General of UDA. The party has been urged to complete its grassroots elections within 180 days. Cleophas Malala was removed from the position due to accusations of sabotage and mismanagement. The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party has undergone a significant leadership change, with Hassan Omar officially confirmed as the new Secretary General by the Office of Registrar of Political Parties (ORPP). This move effectively removes Cleophas Malala from the position. Political Parties Registrar Ann Nderitu has called on the ruling party to...