Aaron Wan-Bissaka has officially joined West Ham United from Manchester United in a transfer deal worth £15 million. The 26-year-old defender, renowned for his defensive prowess, has committed to a seven-year contract with the Hammers. Wan-Bissaka, who expressed his excitement about the move, described it as a “no-brainer” and is thrilled to be back in…
Kenya is a treasure trove of biodiversity, drawing wildlife enthusiasts from around the globe. The country’s rich ecosystems, ranging from savannahs and forests to the snow-capped peaks of Mount Kenya, make it a haven for some of the most sought-after species, including the iconic Big Five: Lion, Elephant, Rhino, Leopard, and Buffalo. Kenya is home…
Kenyan police officers deployed to Haiti are grappling with mounting pressure to curb rampant gang violence in the Caribbean nation. Six weeks into their mission, the situation remains fraught with tension and complexity. On June 25, 2024, 200 elite Kenyan police officers landed in Haiti’s capital, Port-au-Prince, aboard a Kenya Airways flight. Clad in combat…
The National Assembly Vetting Committee has approved 19 Cabinet Secretary nominees and rejected Stella Soi Lang’at, who was nominated for the Gender docket. The rejection was based on her insufficient knowledge of key issues related to her proposed role. The approved nominees are: These nominees are now awaiting the final decision from the House.
Kenya’s media industry, KTN News, the country’s first 24-hour news channel, has officially closed down and merged with KTN Home. This decision, part of a broader restructuring by the Standard Group, aims to streamline operations and cut costs in a challenging media landscape The merger also includes the closure of KTN Farmers TV. Financial struggles,…
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has announced four significant updates to all Kenyan banknotes, effective immediately. These changes are aimed at enhancing the security and authenticity of the currency, ensuring it remains trustworthy and difficult to counterfeit. The updates include: These updates will affect all denominations, including 50 KES, 100 KES, 200 KES, 500…
Learn how to monetize your Facebook content with In-Stream Ads, Stars, Subscriptions, and Branded Content.Follow these steps to comply with Facebook’s Partner Monetization Policies and optimize your earnings. Ensure Eligibility:Comply with Facebook’s Partner Monetization Policies.Have at least 5,000 followers and meet the required engagement metrics. Set Up Your Page:Go to the Meta Business Suite and…
Meta introduces monetization features for Kenyan content creators on Facebook. Creators can now earn through In-Stream Ads and Ads on Facebook Reels. Kenyan content creators can monetize their content on Facebook. Meta has launched two new monetization features: In-Stream Ads and Ads on Facebook Reels. These features allow creators to earn money by producing original…
Mobius Motors, a Kenyan vehicle manufacturer, is closing due to debt and high production costs. The closure points to looming end of an era for locally manufactured affordable vehicles in Kenya. Mobius Motors, renowned for producing affordable and durable vehicles tailored for the African market, has announced its closure following a shareholders’ meeting on August…
Beatrice Chebet wins gold in the women’s 5000m final at Paris 2024. Faith Kipyegon is reinstated to silver after a successful appeal against disqualification. In the thrilling women’s 5000m final at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, Beatrice Chebet raised the Kenyan flag high by clinching the gold medal with a time of 14:28.56. Faith Kipyegon,…
