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Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have arrested Francis Maina Ndegwa, a suspect accused of orchestrating a Ksh50 million Pangani land fraud scheme in Nairobi County. The arrest follows Ndegwa’s failure to appear for plea-taking on February 19, 2026, at …
Kenya’s rising security needs have pushed many individuals and businesses to consider hiring professional police officers for protection. The good news is that the National Police Service (NPS) allows private citizens and organizations to hire police officers for both armed and unarmed …
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is one of the most marketable courses in Kenya today. Professionals in accounting, auditing, and finance need a CPA certification to advance their careers. Successfully passing the CPA exams grants membership to the Institute of Certified Public Accountants …
Standard Chartered Bank to M-Pesa transfer charges affect how much money finally reaches your phone. Many customers move cash from their bank account to M-Pesa daily to pay bills, send money, or withdraw at agents. If you ignore the charges, you lose …
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has moved decisively against corruption in Gatundu North, apprehending four members of the Constituency NG-CDF Committee over alleged bribery. The officials reportedly demanded Ksh300,000 to approve a Ksh9.1 million payment for completed projects at Karure Primary …
The safety of property ownership in Nakuru County now faces a massive threat from those sworn to uphold the law. Specifically, a dangerous alliance has formed in Muthera Farm and Kongasis between notorious land fraudsters and rogue elements of the National Police …
Ethiopia’s President Taye Atske Selassie has hosted Israeli President Isaac Herzog in Addis Ababa for high‑level talks that signal a deliberate reset and deepening of ties between the two countries. The visit, framed around strengthening political and diplomatic relations, underlines how both …
The United States has sharply criticized the Cuban Medical Program, months after Kenya deepened its health cooperation with Havana. Washington now describes the program as exploitative and comparable to human trafficking. The criticism comes at a sensitive time for Nairobi, which recently …
Getting a quick loan has never been easier in Kenya, thanks to OPesa Mobile Loan. This guide walks you through exactly how to apply for and repay an OPesa Mobile Loan via M-Pesa safely and efficiently. OPesa, owned by Tenspot Kenya Limited …
Choice Microfinance Bank has emerged as a leading player in Kenya’s financial sector, offering tailored loan solutions that empower individuals, groups, and businesses. Established on 13th June 2015 by a group of Kenyans in the US, the bank channels diaspora funds to …
Navigating the process of government tenders in Kenya can feel daunting, but opportunities abound for eligible businesses. The government provides structured programs to empower youth, women, persons with disabilities, micro- and small enterprises, and citizen contractors. Learning how to register and apply …
Pressure is mounting on Suba North MP Millie Odhiambo over her decision to retain Nelson Alfayo as NG-CDF Fund Manager, with activists and a civil rights lobby group questioning his track record and calling for his immediate removal from office amid claims …
