Busia County Senator Okiya Omtatah has criticized President William Ruto for praising Tanzania’s recent trade achievements within the East African region, arguing that the remarks signal Kenya’s diminishing economic leadership. In a statement shared on his official X account on Saturday, November 30, 2024, Omtatah, who has declared his intention to run for president in 2027, expressed concern over Ruto’s comments made during the 25th anniversary of the East African Community (EAC) in Arusha. At the event, where Ruto was elected EAC chair, he acknowledged Tanzania’s growth in regional trade. “Kenya was the leading country in terms of goods and…
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Equity Bank has announced the resignation of Anthony Kituuka as the Managing Director of Equity Bank Uganda, effective November 28, 2024. In a statement, the bank confirmed that its Board of Directors has accepted Kituuka’s resignation. “The resignation has been accepted by the Board of Directors, and Kituuka will serve his notice period to allow adequate time for the recruitment of a successor,” the statement read. Equity Bank Uganda boasts a strong presence with a customer base of 2.2 million, deposits nearing UGX 3 trillion, a loan book of UGX 1.7 trillion, and a balance sheet valued at UGX 3.5…
The government has allocated Sh1 billion to settle stipends and arrears for medical interns. Health Cabinet Secretary Debora Barasa announced on Saturday, November 30, 2024, that the funds would benefit 826 medical officer interns, 274 pharmacists, 71 dentists, 140 clinical officer interns, 1,185 nursing officer interns, and 1,251 clinical officer interns. “The Ministry of Health is pleased to announce the successful payment of monthly stipends and accrued arrears to nursing interns, clinical officers interns, Medical Officers Interns, and Pharmacists Interns,” Barasa said Sh500 million has been set aside to clear arrears, while Sh110 million caters to the regular payment of…
Kenya’s leading telecommunications company, Safaricom PLC, has announced the resignation of Rose Ogega from its Board of Directors. Ogega, who has served as an independent non-executive director since February 12, 2019, officially stepped down from her position on November 29, 2024. In a statement, the company expressed gratitude for Ogega’s contributions during her five-year tenure. “The Board of Safaricom PLC hereby announces that Ms. Rose Ogega has resigned as an independent non-executive director with effect from November 29, 2024. The Chairman, on behalf of the Board, thanks Ms. Rose Ogega for her invaluable and robust contributions to board meetings and…
Scarlet Vas, an OnlyFans content creator, has announced that she is expecting a baby with her stepbrother-turned-husband, Tayo Ricci. Despite public scrutiny, the couple appears unfazed by the attention surrounding their unconventional relationship. Vas, 29, and Ricci, 27, first met as teenagers in Melbourne, Australia, when their parents began dating. The timeline of their parents’ marriage remains unclear, but the pair grew close over the years and eventually fell in love. In September 2023, they tied the knot in a romantic ceremony in Mykonos, Greece. The couple revealed their pregnancy news on September 8, sharing that Vas was already seven…
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will not be joining the royal family for Christmas at Sandringham this year, according to sources. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, who last spent the festive season with the royals in 2018, have reportedly not been invited to the gathering. The decision to exclude the couple aligns with the ongoing distance between Harry, 40, Meghan, 43, and the royal family. Earlier this year, the Sussexes were also absent from the Trooping the Colour celebrations, a key royal event in June. Harry’s recent attempts to reconnect with his father, King Charles III, have reportedly been…
Kris Jenner surprised fans with a bold new hairstyle during her family’s Thanksgiving dinner, trading her signature pixie cut for a chic bob with blunt bangs. Khloé Kardashian shared photos of the festive gathering on Instagram, featuring Jenner, her children True and Tatum Thompson, and other family members. Kris stunned in head-to-toe leopard print from Kim Kardashian’s Dolce & Gabbana x Skims collection, wearing a silk robe, bodysuit, and cargo pants. Khloé matched the theme in a leopard-print catsuit layered under a floor-length coat, while True sported an adorable dress in the same pattern. Tatum added his own flair with…
Taylor Swift delighted fans with her enthusiasm during the Kansas City Chiefs’ game against the Las Vegas Raiders on Friday, mimicking Travis Kelce’s iconic first-down celebration after a remarkable play. HER DOING THE FIRST DOWN POSE 😭 pic.twitter.com/Jm6eKKh4rb — ✩ CEL ✩ (@moonlithoax) November 29, 2024 Kelce, 35, caught a pass from quarterback Patrick Mahomes before lateraling the ball to running back Samaje Perine, who pushed past the first-down marker. Cameras captured Swift, 34, celebrating the play from the stands by replicating Kelce’s famous gesture, showcasing her support for the star player. Also Read: Taylor Swift Spotted Gifting Young Fans…
Pop superstar Taylor Swift delighted young fans with memorable gestures following the Kansas City Chiefs’ victory over the Las Vegas Raiders on Friday night. Swift, who watched the game from a VIP box, was seen leaning out of her window to hand out small gifts to fans, creating a heartwarming post-game moment. In a video shared by a local sports journalist, the Grammy-winning singer handed an item to a young girl with braids before calling over another fan sporting Travis Kelce’s jersey number, 87. WATCH: Taylor Swift is giving young fans some souvenirs of some kind after the game and…
Former Sports Cabinet Secretary Rashid Echesa has been appointed as the chairperson of the National Council for Occupational Safety and Health. His appointment, announced through a gazette notice by Labour and Social Protection CS Alfred Mutua, takes effect on November 29, 2024, and runs until May 18, 2026. “In exercise of the powers conferred by section 28 (1) and (2) of the Occupational Safety and Health Act, 2007, as read together with section 51 (1) of the Interpretation and General Provisions Act, the Cabinet Secretary for Labour and Social Protection appoints Rashid Echesa to be the chairperson of the National…
Thousands of protesters returned to the streets of Tbilisi on Friday evening to protest against the government’s decision to suspend accession talks with the European Union “until the end of 2028”. Demonstrators were seen shouting “traitors” and holding photographs of journalists who they say were beaten by police overnight. The previous night’s protests saw police use pepper spray and water cannon against demonstrators, with the government saying 43 people were arrested. Earlier, more than 100 diplomats and civil servants in Georgia signed an open letter saying the government’s decision does not align with Georgia’s strategic interests. Defending his decision, Prime…
Rebel forces in Syria say they have entered the country’s second-largest city, Aleppo, in the biggest offensive against the government in years. Video posted on a channel affiliated with the Islamist militant group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) appears to show their fighters in vehicles inside the city. BBC Verify has geolocated the footage to a western suburb of the city. This is the first time rebels fighting the forces of President Bashar al-Assad have reached Aleppo since being forced out by the army in 2016. Government forces meanwhile say they have regained positions in a number of towns in Aleppo and…
More than 200 households have been displaced by floods over the past week, the Ministry of Interior and National Administration confirmed on Friday. The hardest-hit areas include the North Eastern, South Eastern, Coast, Central, and South Rift Valley regions. The ministry noted that heavy rainfall in the Lake Victoria Basin and North Western regions has led to isolated flooding incidents. In Kisumu Central Sub-county, evacuation efforts are underway in areas such as Kapuothe, Nanga, Lower Katuoro, Wigwa, and parts of Dunga, where approximately 200 households have been displaced, and about 100 acres of crops destroyed. Nanga Primary School is hosting…
The government has announced stricter regulations for importing second-hand vehicles, allowing only those first registered from January 1, 2018, onwards. In a notice issued by the Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS), only Right Hand Drive (RHD) vehicles that meet the eight-year age limit from the date of first registration will be permitted entry into the country. “According to the provisions of KS 1515:2000 – Kenya Standard Code of Practice for Inspection of Road Vehicles, and Legal Notice No. 78 of April 28, 2020, we notify all importers of used vehicles, including returning residents and diplomatic staff, that only RHD vehicles…
The National Police Service has dismissed claims that former Limuru MP Peter Mwathi was arrested following a commotion during a funeral attended by Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua in Limuru, Kiambu County. Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja clarified on Friday, November 29, that Mwathi is not under investigation and was not detained by officers. IG Kanja stated that the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) in Limuru has launched an investigation into the fracas at the funeral. He assured the public that those responsible for the disruption would be identified and held accountable. Kanja also urged anyone with information regarding the…