Nigerian President Seeks Senate Approval for $8 Billion External Borrowing to Bolster Infrastructure and Services

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has called upon the Senate to approve an external borrowing plan amounting to almost $8 billion. These funds are intended to support vital sectors like infrastructure, health, education, and security. Nigeria, grappling with economic challenges due to decreased tax revenue and oil exports, is looking to bridge the financial gap and […]

Why do many startups fail?

Back in 2012, I was participating in a competition of young startups and entrepreneurs who were presenting their ideas before a panel. There was this very enthusiastic and smart guy amongst us who seemed very excited and confident about his product. He had made a shoe which could charge your mobile battery. It produced electricity […]

Louisiana Fog-Related Crashes Injure Dozens, Environmental Factors Investigated

A series of massive crashes in Louisiana left 63 people injured amid “super fog” conditions caused by smoke from nearby wildfires. Environmental factors are being scrutinized as authorities conduct cleanup and assess damage on the affected roadway. A series of significant crashes in Louisiana resulted in injuries to 63 individuals as “super fog,” exacerbated by […]

High Court Nullifies Nandi County Executive Committee Appointments

Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei commends the High Court’s decision to nullify the appointment of Nandi County’s Executive Committee Members (CECMs). Cherargei asserts that Governor Stephen Sang’s bypassing of the County Assembly in appointing the CECMs constitutes an impeachable offense. The recent ruling by the High Court regarding Nandi County’s Executive Committee appointments has garnered significant […]

Kenyan Regulator Refuses License Renewal for Bolt Over Alleged Breaches

The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has declined to renew Bolt’s operating license, citing violations including excessive commission charges and an “illegal” booking fee. The regulator’s decision could affect Bolt’s operations as it aims to expand in Kenya. Kenya’s transport regulator has denied Bolt a license renewal, claiming violations of transportation network regulations, including […]

International Fraudsters Swindle Indian Businessman of Ksh.267 Million in Caustic Soda Scam

Detectives from multiple agencies, including the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), Uganda, and Interpol, have recovered 7,420 bags of caustic soda, valued at Ksh.267 million, which had been fraudulently obtained by international scammers. The recovery operation took place in Uganda’s Bweyogere Industrial Area after a complaint by Indian businessman Surya Parkash, who had reported the […]

Taita Taveta Governor Backs Suspension of Non-Essential Travel, Calls for Local Regulation

Taita Taveta Governor Andrew Mwadime supports the government’s suspension of non-essential foreign travel by officials, suggesting that local travel expenses also need regulation. He proposes a decentralized approach to government meetings to reduce costs. In the wake of Monday’s suspension of all non-essential foreign travel by government officials, Taita Taveta Governor Andrew Mwadime has joined […]

Kenya Allocates Ksh.741 Million and Land for WHOAFRO Emergency Operations Hub

The Kenyan government has dedicated Ksh.741 million and 30 acres of Kenyatta University land to support the establishment of the WHOAFRO Regional Emergency Operations and Logistics (OSL) Hub. This move aims to strengthen responses to public health emergencies in the region. In a significant step towards bolstering responses to public health emergencies, the Kenyan government […]

Parliament Nears Approval of Health Bills despite Concerns Over Amendments

Progress is being made in the approval of four Health Bills in both Houses of Parliament, with relatively few interventions from parliamentarians. However, concerns have emerged regarding the exclusion of proposed amendments, leading to dissatisfaction among members, particularly from the Minority side of the National Assembly. Members from the Azimio-One Kenya coalition expressed their frustrations, […]