The Sacco Societies Regulatory Authority (SASRA) is advocating for the mandatory adoption of Credit Information Sharing (CIS) with Credit Reference Bureaus (CRBs) to enhance financial sustainability within the SACCO sector. Speaking at the Sacco Leadership Forum hosted by Metropol, SASRA Chief Executive Officer Peter Njuguna emphasized the need to enact full file sharing into law. He noted that such a move would help SACCOs bridge information gaps and make more informed lending decisions. “The CIS mechanism has been in place for nearly two decades. The journey has been about balancing awareness and capacity development. The reluctance is not intentional; it…
Author: David Wafula
The Ministry of Health has called on the public to step up efforts in raising awareness and strengthening prevention measures as the world marks World Tuberculosis (TB) Day. In a statement shared on social media, the ministry highlighted the dangers of TB and the need for collective action to curb its spread. “Tuberculosis (TB) is a serious infectious disease that primarily affects the lungs and spreads through the air when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or spits,” the ministry stated. However, it emphasized that TB is both preventable and curable, urging Kenyans to take proactive measures. “Let’s raise awareness, strengthen…
Former Kisumu West Member of Parliament Kenn Nyagudi has died after battling a long illness. National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula confirmed his passing on Sunday, March 24, in a statement on his official X account. According to Wetang’ula, Nyagudi died while receiving treatment at the private wing of Kenyatta National Hospital. “I send my heartfelt sympathies to the family of former Kisumu Town West MP Rev. Kenn Nyagudi. I was privileged to have interacted with him when I was the Foreign Affairs Minister,” Wetang’ula said. “He passed away this evening while undergoing treatment at Kenyatta National Hospital. May his family…
Kenya’s Harambee Stars put up a spirited fight but fell 2-1 to Gabon in a thrilling FIFA World Cup qualifier match played at Nyayo Stadium on Sunday, March 23, 2025. The game, attended by President William Ruto, Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, and Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi, marked a historic moment as it was the first time in over six years that the national team played in a fully packed local stadium. Despite the loss, President William Ruto commended the team’s performance, promising continued support to ensure better results in future matches. “Harambee Stars put up a spirited fight…
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi, who also serves as Foreign Affairs Cabinet Secretary, has strongly condemned the assault and forceful ejection of Mumias East MP Peter Salasya from Nyayo Stadium during Kenya’s FIFA World Cup qualifier match against Gabon on Sunday, March 23. Salasya, who was among thousands of football fans attending the crucial match, was chased out of the stadium in chaotic scenes that were captured in viral videos. Footage shows the MP being roughed up by a section of the crowd before being forcibly directed towards the stadium’s exit. Some individuals attempted to grab and attack him, while…
Molly McCann, an accomplished mixed martial artist from England, has built an impressive career in the world of combat sports. As of 2025, her net worth is estimated at $1 million, reflecting her journey from humble beginnings to international recognition. Currently competing in the women’s flyweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), McCann previously held the title of Cage Warriors Flyweight Champion. Molly McCann Net Worth $1 Million Date of Birth May 4, 1990 Place of Birth Liverpool Nationality Brits Career Retired Mixed Martial Artist Early Life Born on May 4, 1990, in Liverpool, Molly McCann’s early years were…
Molly McCann says she “knocked on the door and opened it” for women’s MMA in Britain after announcing her retirement. McCann, 34, was submitted in the first round by Alexia Thainara at UFC London before confirming her exit from the sport. McCann, who has won 14 of her 22 fights across a 10-year-career, is one of Britain’s most successful and high-profile women’s MMA fighters in history. “This sport has given me everything. This promotion has given me everything and it deserves that back and I can’t give it any more,” said McCann. “I came, I saw, I didn’t conquer and…
The East African Community (EAC) and the Southern African Development Community (SADC) are set to hold another meeting next week to discuss the escalating conflict in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). This follows last month’s joint summit in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, where leaders from both regional blocs committed to finding a lasting solution to the crisis. The decision to convene another meeting was reached after talks between EAC Chairperson President William Ruto and SADC Chairperson President Emmerson Mnangagwa in Windhoek, Namibia. In a statement, President Ruto reaffirmed the commitment of the two blocs to implementing resolutions from the…
Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga on Saturday met with Tanzanian opposition leaders who paid him a courtesy call to discuss democracy and governance in the region. In a statement shared on social media, Odinga said the talks focused on strengthening democracy across Africa and the role of both ruling and opposition parties in promoting national development. He urged the opposition leaders, led by Tundu Lissu, to prioritize dialogue and constructive engagement with the government for the sake of national unity and the preservation of democracy in Tanzania. “I look forward to a peaceful and transparent election in the upcoming Tanzanian…
Tickets for the highly anticipated FIFA World Cup qualifier between Harambee Stars and Gabon at Nyayo National Stadium have officially sold out. The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) confirmed the development on Saturday, March 22, 2025, through a statement shared on social media, a day before the crucial match. FKF also acknowledged the overwhelming support from Kenyan football fans ahead of the Sunday evening showdown. Massive Support as Harambee Stars Push for 2026 World Cup Spot The match is expected to attract a capacity crowd, with fans set to create an electrifying atmosphere at Nyayo Stadium, waving the red, black, and…
The Ministry of Agriculture has reaffirmed its commitment to addressing fertilizer shortages, assuring farmers that over one million bags of fertilizer will be distributed starting Monday, March 24, 2025. Agriculture Cabinet Secretary (CS) Mutahi Kagwe said all logistical challenges have been resolved, and new measures have been put in place to speed up distribution. “To fast-track delivery, we are now using train wagons that have already left the Mombasa port and are expected to arrive at the Naivasha Inland Port by Sunday morning. Additionally, 1,380 metric tons of fertilizer are en route to Mombasa,” Kagwe said. The CS expressed confidence…
The Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital (MTRH) management has called on the Kenya National Union of Nurses (KNUN) to end the ongoing strike, assuring the public that emergency services remain operational despite the walkout. Speaking at a press briefing, MTRH CEO Philip Kirwa stated that some nurses have continued working, allowing the hospital to maintain critical services such as emergency care, maternity, and intensive care. “The union may be on strike, but most services are still running because we have nurses who did not participate in the strike, others who were recently hired, and some who have stepped in to…
The family of renowned BBC journalist Sophie Ikenye has launched an appeal for Sh5 million to help cover the cost of an urgent medical surgery. In a statement shared through a poster, the family revealed that Ikenye has been undergoing treatment for the past eight years across various medical facilities. They said they have now exhausted all available funds and are calling on friends, family, fans, and well-wishers to support her treatment. “As a family, we have done everything possible to support her medical care, but we have now exhausted all available funds,” the appeal read. They further urged the…
Former Rarieda MP and ex-Cabinet Minister Raphael Tuju has penned a strongly worded letter to Chief Justice Martha Koome, warning that certain actions by Supreme Court judges could destabilize the country. In the letter, dated March 21 and seen by Kahawa Tungu, Tuju draws parallels between the Supreme Court of Kenya (SCoK) and the infamous 1857 U.S. Supreme Court ruling in Dred Scott v. Sandford, which exacerbated tensions leading to the American Civil War. Tuju warns that judicial recklessness, particularly in highly sensitive matters, could plunge Kenya into chaos. He cites historical precedents, including the devastating consequences of the Dred…
George Foreman was an American boxing icon and a highly successful businessman with a net worth of $300 million at the time of his death. While his boxing career initially brought him millions, Foreman’s true financial success came from an unexpected source—the George Foreman Grill. By 1977, Foreman had amassed around $5 million from boxing, equivalent to about $20 million today. However, poor investments and a lavish lifestyle left him broke by 1987, forcing him to return to the ring. His legendary 1990s comeback not only restored his boxing reputation but also positioned him for an even more lucrative business…