Author: Faith Kwamboka

Farouk, Ichung’wah Slam Clergy for Rejecting Political Donations as Millions Flow In a spirited defense of political contributions to religious institutions, President William Ruto’s close allies Farouk Kibet and National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah donated Sh5 million to Kitalaposho AIC Church in West Pokot County during a Sunday fundraiser. The duo criticized religious leaders who recently rejected donations from politicians, labeling such actions as undermining community development. “We don’t donate money in the church to please bishops. We shall not stop giving in churches,” Mr. Ichung’wah declared, emphasizing that their sacrifices were for God, not for human approval. Political…

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Kenyan-Canadian Tech CEO Sues Ruto’s Allies Over Spying Software Contract A high-stakes court battle has erupted over allegations linking senior aides of President William Ruto to a controversial plan involving classified software capable of monitoring Kenyan citizens. The fallout, now at the Milimani High Court, exposes claims of misused public funds, death threats, and contractual breaches tied to an alleged re-election strategy for 2027. Behind the Scenes of the Alleged DealThe suit was filed by Mary Wachuka Maina, a Kenyan-Canadian dual citizen and tech entrepreneur, who accuses President Ruto’s team of fraud and breach of contract. Ms. Wachuka, the owner…

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CBK Issues New Currency Security Features to Combat Fake Notes In a bid to combat counterfeit currency, the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has unveiled a comprehensive guide to help citizens identify genuine banknotes. This move comes after the release of new banknotes, equipped with advanced security features designed to protect Kenya’s legal tender. The updated currency, first introduced in August 2024, includes several key features such as the signatures of CBK Governor Kamau Thugge and Treasury Principal Secretary Chris Kiptoo. Additionally, the year of print, 2024, and colour-changing security threads specific to each denomination are now incorporated to enhance…

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