With the online world having made it easier than ever to reach a worldwide audience, our eyes can often be on those who are far removed from us. However, especially for brands providing local products or services, you should ensure that you’re paying enough attention to those closest to you, too. Your local customers are the ones most likely to convert, so what can you do to make sure that you’re reaching them, in particular? Tell Your Story With Local PR Getting your story heard within your local community can help you not just draw attention, but build credibility…
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The popular notion is that it’s the duty of an alarm clock to jolt you into wakefulness. The word “alarm” itself gives you ample clues about what its primary function is, and most people feel that without that sudden blast of sound you won’t be shaken out of slumber. In desperation, you may have resorted to using your phone alarm. The downside of this is that keeping your phone within arm’s reach is far too tempting. You feel compelled to scroll social media, check your news feed, or respond to messages that come pouring in 24×7. Besides being unhealthy and…
The High Court Tuesday issued conservatory orders temporarily halting the removal of the recently gazetted Speaker, Abdullahi Jaldesa Banticha. The ruling comes amid deepening political infighting and a power struggle that has crippled operations within the devolved unit. Justice Hellen Wasilwa of the Employment and Labour Relations Court, sitting in Milimani, Nairobi, issued the orders on Tuesday. This is a new twist in the saga. The judge barred any attempts to degazette or remove Banticha from office pending the hearing and determination of a petition he filed against the government. “In the interim, no action be taken removing or degazetting…
At least three Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) soldiers were Tuesday killed while seven others are nursing injuries following a tragic explosion on their vehicle on the Kiunga-Sankuri road in Lamu County. This happened after an Improvised Explosive Device went off at Badaah area, police and witnesses said of the Tuesday July 15 incident. Lamu East Deputy County Commissioner George Kubai explained that the soldiers were en route to Sankuri to transport their colleagues when their vehicle hit an IED on the way back near Kiunga. The injured soldiers were evacuated for treatment at the Kiunga hospital, while a major operation…
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) secured a landmark judgment resulting in the recovery of over Sh67 million fraudulently paid as unauthorized allowances to Faith Jematia Kips, an officer at the National Treasury and Planning. In a judgment delivered on July 15, 2025 by Justice Musyoki of the Anti-Corruption and Economic Crimes Division of the High Court in Nairobi, the court found that Kiptis had illegally and irregularly received public funds disguised as taskforce, extraneous, entertainment, facilitation, and other unspecified allowances. The court ordered Kiptis to refund Sh67,664,975, with Sh2,443,667.92 forfeited from her Equity Bank account and Sh6,320,419.80 from her…
Ambassadors and High Commissioners from 12 countries welcomed the appointment of Kenya’s new Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) chairperson and commissioners. In a joint statement issued on July 15, the diplomats reaffirmed the importance of independent institutions in safeguarding democracy. “We welcome the appointment of the new Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) chairperson and commissioners,” the statement read. They emphasised the IEBC’s “foundational role in safeguarding the integrity of Kenya’s electoral processes and ensuring public confidence in democratic outcomes.” The envoys underscored that independent institutions are critical to upholding constitutional provisions, especially those guaranteeing “free, fair, and credible…
Heavy rain swept across parts of the U.S. Northeast on Monday night, inundating sections of New York and New Jersey with flash flooding that stranded vehicles in roadways, closed subway lines and led to the declaration of a state of emergency. Flash flood watches and warnings were in place in parts of New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania and surrounding areas as downpours moved through the region. New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy declared a state of emergency due to flash flooding and heavy rainfall, advising people to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel. A video posted to social media by CBS…
US inflation heated back up in June, rising to its highest level in four months, as higher prices — including those from tariffs — packed a bigger punch. Consumer prices rose 0.3% last month, pushing the annual inflation rate higher to 2.7%, the highest since February, according to the latest Consumer Price Index data released Tuesday by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Stock futures moved higher after the report. Dow futures were flat after paring earlier losses. S&P 500 futures gained 0.4% and Nasdaq 100 futures gained 0.65%. In recent months, President Donald Trump has enacted a sweeping trade policy…
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen reignited the debate on the use of firearms by police when he revealed plans to formally direct the police on the use of force on suspects. Murkomen has in the past told police to shoot anyone raiding police stations and destroying property. President William Ruto later said suspects should be shot in the leg, taken to hospital and later arraigned. This attracted condemnation. On Tuesday July 15, Murkomen said he will issue the policy on Friday in a gazette notice. “Cognisant of the raging debate and national concerns on the use of force by security…
Spain’s Ministry of Social Rights has asked the country’s prosecutor’s office to investigate Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal after he reportedly hired people with dwarfism to perform at his 18th birthday party. Lamine Yamal hosted a party on Sunday at a rented property in Olivella, a small town 50 kilometres north west of Barcelona, with guests including YouTubers, influencers, and several Barcelona team-mates. It is alleged Lamine Yamal hired a group of entertainers with dwarfism, something the Association of People with Achondroplasia and other Skeletal Dysplasias in Spain (ADEE) described as “unacceptable in the 21st century”. “The ADEE has filed a…
More than 2500 people applied for the positions of appellate and High court judges as well as magistrates and Kadhis. The Judicial Service Commission said 94 candidates applied for 15 open court of appeal positions while over 1700 applicants sought to fill the 100 positions of resident magistrates. The JSC seeks to fill 15 positions for Judges of the Court of Appeal, Judges of the High Court (20), Judges of the Environment & Land Court (10), Resident Magistrates (100) and Kadhis (5). JSC chairperson Chief Justice Martha Koome says the recruitment will be done in compliance with the law. “The…
President William Ruto has dismissed his political detractors, emphasizing his commitment to reducing the cost of living and enhancing food security. Ruto said criticism from some quarters will not stop him from implementing his plan. “We have a plan on how to create jobs my friends. So let nobody lie to you. You know when you hear people speak it is as if Kenya is the worst country in the world,” said the Ruto. Ruto was speaking during the launch of the Affordable Housing Internship Programme at State House. Ruto added that not many countries can achieve what Kenya has…
Death has once again hit the entertainment industry. Comedian Zakaria Kariuki Aka Mr KK Mwenyewe is no more. The comedian passed away in the evening of Monday, July 2025, at the Kiambu Level 5 Hospital while undergoing treatment. It is not yet clear what he was ailing from but news of his demise sent shock waves across the country. The sad news of sudden demise was first made public by fellow comedian Kafengo through his official Facebook page. Taking to Facebook, Kafengo broke the news and asked for support and prayers from Kenyans during this sad time. “We Are Heartbroken…
US President Donald Trump announced the US will send “top-of-the-line weapons” to Ukraine via Nato countries, while also threatening Russia with severe tariffs if a deal to end the war is not reached within 50 days. “We want to make sure Ukraine can do what it wants to do,” Trump said following a meeting with Nato chief Mark Rutte in Washington. Rutte confirmed the US had decided to “massively supply Ukraine with what is necessary through Nato” and that the Europeans would foot the bill. European countries will send Kyiv their own Patriot air defence systems – which Ukraine relies…
Super petrol, diesel, and kerosene prices have gone up by Sh8.99, Sh8.67 and Sh9.65 per litre, respectively, in the latest Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) review announced on Monday. The new prices from July 15 through August 14 will see a litre of super petrol go for Sh186.31 in Nairobi, while diesel will sell at Sh171.58. Kerosene will meanwhile cost Sh156.58 a litre in the capital, the review shows. “The average landed cost of imported super petrol increased by 6.45% from US$590.24 per cubic metre in May 2025 to US$628.30 per cubic metre in June 2025; diesel increased by…