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President William Ruto .PHOTO:William Ruto In Summary: 1) President Ruto discusses the internet's use for 'kusalimiana'—sending messages—rather than its potential for digital jobs and e-commerce. 2) He emphasizes the government's commitment to improving internet access for digital opportunities and economic growth. President William Ruto has addressed the use of the internet by Kenyans, highlighting its current focus on 'kusalimiana', or sending greetings, rather than its potential benefits. During the Linzi Sukuk Bell-Ringing Ceremony at the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) in Westlands, Nairobi, Ruto observed that the internet is increasingly used for sending messages of encouragement rather than for constructive purposes such as accessing digital jobs. "As we enhanc...

President Ruto (left) receives the report from the Presidential Taskforce on the Review of the Legal and Regulatory Framework Governing Religious Organisations at State House in Nairobi. IMAGE: William Ruto In Summary: 1) Religious leaders who falsely perform miracles to extort money face a Ksh.5 million fine or ten years in prison. 2) The bill aims to regulate religious organizations and prevent exploitative practices. A new bill proposes strict penalties for religious leaders who exploit Kenyans by falsely performing miracles, healings, or blessings. The Religious Organisations Bill, 2024, includes recommendations from a task force formed by President William Ruto to review the legal framework governing religious organizations in Kenya. Under the proposed legislation, ...

UDA Secretary General, Cleophas Malala, labeled the letter circulating on social media on Tuesday as 'propaganda'. PHOTO: Cleophas Malala In Summary: 1) Malala labeled the letter circulating on social media on Tuesday as 'propaganda'. 2) He emphasized that the party remains committed to aiding President William Ruto in fulfilling his promises to the Kenyan people. Cleophas Malala, the Secretary General of the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party, has refuted a letter claiming he has resigned from his position. In his statement, Malala called the letter circulating on social media on Tuesday 'propaganda'. He reaffirmed that the party is dedicated to assisting President William Ruto in achieving his campaign promises to the citizens of Kenya. "Ignore propaganda...

Raila Odinga Reacts to ODM Leaders' Cabinet Nominations. IMAGE | Courtesy In Summary:1) Raila Odinga extends best wishes to four ODM leaders nominated for Cabinet positions by President William Ruto.2) While acknowledging the nominations, Odinga emphasizes the need to address recent youth protests. Raila Odinga, the leader of the ODM, has responded to President William Ruto's nomination of four prominent ODM members to Cabinet positions. The nominations include John Mbadi for National Treasury, Hassan Joho for Mining, Wycliffe Oparanya for Co-operatives, and Opiyo Wandayi for Energy. In a statement, Odinga offered his congratulations to the nominees, expressing hope for their positive contribution to national development. He said, "I have taken note of President William R...

President William Ruto Reassigns Aden Duale to Environment Ministry Days After Renominating Him as Defence CS .IMAGE: William Ruto In Summary 1) National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula informed the House of President William Ruto's Cabinet changes. 2) Aden Duale, initially renominated as Defence CS, has been reassigned to the Environment docket, with Soipan Tuya taking over Defence. 3) Duale and Tuya are among the six former Cabinet members recalled by Ruto to the National Executive. President William Ruto has made notable changes to his Cabinet just days after initiating the process of forming a new team. On Tuesday afternoon, July 23, National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula informed the House of the new Cabinet nominees awaiting vetting. Aden Duale, previously...

In Summary: 1) National Police Service issues warning against protests at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), citing legal protections. 2) Kenya Airports Authority advises passengers to arrive early due to "heightened security checks and protocols." Acting Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja. IMAGE: Courtesy The National Police Service (NPS) has issued a stern warning against planned protests at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) in Nairobi. Acting Inspector General Douglas Kanja emphasized that JKIA is a protected area, stating that the "Protected Areas Order as clarified under its Legal Notice No. 9 of 2011, Second Schedule, includes the LPG Plant, the Bitumen Plant and Petroleum depots situated at the Embakasi Aviation Depot (JKIA)." The...