A suspected cybercriminal was arraigned in court over an elaborate scheme that siphoned Sh11.4 million from a leading microfinance institution. Detectives from the Banking Fraud Investigation Unit (BFIU) arrested Seth Mwabe Okwanyo, also known as Seth Onyango Odhiambo, in connection with the cyber heist that occurred on July 16, 2025. According to investigators, a total of 38 fraudulent transactions were executed through the institution’s system on the material day, leading to a loss of Sh11,410,165. The transactions were reportedly processed successfully to the beneficiaries but were mysteriously missing from the microfinance institution’s official records. The institution lodged a formal complaint…
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Ghana has designated every Wednesday as a day to wear the country’s traditional outfit, the fugu, days after it sparked an online debate with Zambians. The garment gained prominence last week when President John Dramani Mahama wore it during a state visit to Zambia, where some mockingly called it a “blouse,” prompting a fierce response from Ghanaians online. Ghana’s Minister for Tourism Abla Dzifa Gomashie said on Tuesday that wearing the outfit every week would help project the country’s identity “with pride on the global stage”. She encouraged wearing the outfit “in all its diverse forms, designs, and expressions, complemented…
The FBI released images of a masked person in the hunt for news anchor Savannah Guthrie’s mother. Officials are seeking to identify the individual, who they say was armed, more than eight days after 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie disappeared from her home. Savannah Guthrie said on Monday that her family believes their mother is still alive and issued a new appeal to anyone with information. Nancy Guthrie disappeared in the middle of night from her Tucson, Arizona, home and was last seen on 31 January. Authorities believe she was taken against her will. “As of this morning, law enforcement has uncovered…
The prosecution presented two more witnesses Tuesday at the Milimani High Court in the ongoing murder trial of John Matara Ong’oa, who is accused of brutally murdering 24-year-old socialite Starlet Wahu on the night of January 3, 2024, at Papino Apartments in South B, Nairobi. Appearing before Justice Alexander Muteti, Emily Oporo, a Government Chemist told the court that the DNA profiles from both Starlet Wahu and John Matara were found on the knife believed to be the murder weapon and a towel recovered from the scene. Horace Arwa, the arresting officer attached to South B Police Station, gave a…
Singer Marc Anthony has described the Beckham family rift as “extremely unfortunate”, but added that the way it has played out is “hardly the truth”. The 57-year-old performed at Brooklyn and Nicola Peltz Beckham’s wedding reception in 2022, and is a close friend of the wider family. But Brooklyn recently said the way the couple’s first dance was handled at the wedding left him feeling “uncomfortable and humiliated”, after Anthony reportedly called for him to dance with his mother instead of his wife. Beckham added that his mother then danced “very inappropriately” on him. Sir David and Lady Beckham have…
Apple and Google have agreed to make changes to their app stores in the UK following an intervention from the UK markets regulator. According to the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), the tech giants have committed to not giving preferential treatment to their own apps and will be transparent about how others are approved for sale, among other agreements. It comes seven months after the regulator said Apple and Google had an “effective duopoly” in the UK over their dominance in the sector. The CMA’s head Sarah Cardell said the proposed commitments “will boost the UK’s app economy” and were…
Madagascar’s military government has criticised Eswatini for hosting ousted President Andry Rajoelina last week, describing the visit as a “grave infringement of its sovereignty”. Last Friday, the Eswatini government shared photos of King Mswati III meeting Rajoelina, during which the king called on Madagascar’s military junta to restore constitutional order. In a statement, Madagascar’s military leader Col Michael Randrianirina voiced his “strongest condemnation” of the visit, terming it “politically unacceptable”. Rajoelina was overthrown last October by an elite military following weeks of youth-led protests in the Indian Ocean island. The demonstrations were over persistent power and water shortages, culminating in…
An airline in Somalia has praised one of its pilots after he landed his passenger plane, which had suffered a technical fault, on the shoreline next to the capital’s international airport. There were no fatalities among the 50 passengers and five crew. Starsky Airlines said the pilot’s quick thinking was critical in saving all lives on board. The aircraft, a Fokker 50, reported a problem shortly after take off from Mogadishu on Tuesday and the crew requested that the plane return, Somalia’s Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) said. It then touched down but failed to stop on the runway, overshooting the…
French President Emmanuel Macron has urged Europe to assert itself on the world stage, saying it is time to start acting like a “power”. In the face of growing threats from China, Russia and now the US, he told a group of European newspapers that the continent faced a “wake-up call”. “Are we ready to become a power? This is the question in the field of economy and finance, in defence and security, and in our democratic systems. “In another era we might have said it is the moment to ‘assume our majority’,” he said ahead of an EU summit…
US lawmakers say files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein were improperly redacted ahead of their release by the Department of Justice (DOJ). Members of Congress on Monday were allowed to begin a review of the unredacted versions of the approximately three million pages of files released under the Epstein Files Transparency Act (EFTA) since December. “The core issue is that they’re not complying with… my law, because these were scrubbed back in March by Donald Trump’s FBI,” Democratic Representative Ro Khanna told MS NOW. At least one document has been unredacted since the lawmakers’ complaint, with Deputy Attorney…
The world of rideable personal massagers offers an exciting avenue for enhancing solo relaxation, providing a mix of excitement and satisfaction that can transform personal pleasure. As the wellness product industry continues to grow, rideable massagers are gaining popularity for their ability to offer unique experiences tailored to individual desires. Whether you’re exploring their potential for the first time or are a seasoned enthusiast, understanding the different types of products available and their benefits can enrich your experience. In this article, we’ll explore what makes rideable massagers special, covering various forms they take, like rideable vibrators and adjustable machines, and…
Austin has long been synonymous with live music and cultural vibrancy, but its nightlife extends far beyond the honky-tonks of Sixth Street. Over the past two decades, the city has cultivated a sophisticated entertainment landscape that rivals major metropolitan areas, drawing discerning visitors who seek experiences that blend luxury with authenticity. Among the most distinctive elements of this evolution are the city’s upscale gentlemen’s clubs, which have redefined what premium nightlife means in the Texas capital. These establishments represent a departure from the stereotypical strip club experience. Instead, they’ve positioned themselves as luxury destinations where design, service, and atmosphere…
Ghislaine Maxwell, the convicted associate of sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, intends to invoke her right to remain silent during questioning by the US House Oversight Committee, according to her lawyer. Maxwell is expected to appear virtually for Monday’s closed-door deposition from the Texas prison where she is serving a 20-year sentence for sex trafficking. “I can confirm that she will take the 5th,” Maxwell’s lawyer David Oscar Markus told the BBC on Sunday, referring to the right to avoid self-incrimination outlined in the Fifth Amendment of the US constitution. Instead, Maxwell will read “a prepared statement at the outset of…
A rubber boat carrying 55 passengers, including two babies, has overturned off the coast of Libya, the UN migration agency says. The only survivors, two Nigerian women, were rescued by the Libyan authorities on Friday, the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) announced on Monday. The boat was carrying migrants and refugees from various African countries, it said. The boat sank after taking on water approximately six hours after departing from the coastal city of al-Zawiya in north-western Libya. The IOM says that almost 500 migrants have been reported dead or missing trying the cross the Mediterranean Sea from Libya so…
The government has formally gazetted a new command structure and operational framework for the National Government Administration Police Unit (NGAPU), a specialised formation within the National Police Service (NPS). Inspector General of police Douglas Kanja said in a gazette notice NGAPU is established to support National Government Administrative Officers (NGAOs) in the execution of their lawful duties and to provide security across administrative units countrywide. Under its mandate, the Unit will render operational support to national government administrative officers, provide protective security to government officials, and support government agencies in enforcing national policies, laws and regulations. NGAPU officers will also…