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03 Jul

BRICS Committee Advances Antimonopoly Policy Framework in Geneva

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The BRICS Coordination Committee on Antimonopoly Policy convened under the Russian Chairmanship in Geneva, Switzerland, uniting top officials from Brazil, India, China, Russia, South Africa, and new members Iran, Ethiopia, Egypt, and UAE. The gathering highlighted a collective commitment to bolstering competitive markets for the benefit of businesses and consumers alike. A pivotal proposal put forth by Russia advocated for launching the BRICS Global Action Platform on Fair Market Competition, aimed at deepening cooperative ties among member nations. This initiative, developed by the BRICS Competition Law and Policy Centre, garnered strong endorsement from attending antitrust agencies, signaling a pivotal step…

03 Jul

President Ruto Rejects New Salaries for State Officers

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President William Ruto has directed the National Treasury to review the Gazette Notice issued on 9th August, 2023, by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) concerning the remuneration and benefits for State officers in the Executive of the National Government, the Senate, and the National Assembly. This directive comes in light of the recent withdrawal of the Finance Bill 2024 and the anticipated fiscal constraints for the current financial year. President Ruto emphasized the need for the Executive and all arms of government to operate within their financial means during these challenging times. "This is a time, more than ever…

03 Jul

Kenya Power Updates 2 Million Prepaid Meters in Major Campaign

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Kenya Power has successfully updated 2 million prepaid meters in the last three weeks as part of its Update Token Meter Yako Campaign. The initiative, which targets a total of 7.4 million prepaid meters, aims to ensure customers continue to have access to electricity by updating their meter software. "The numbers are encouraging, and we are happy to note that our customers have taken the call to update their meters seriously. We are almost at 30% of the targeted meters, and we are optimistic that all our prepaid customers will have updated their meters by the 31st August deadline," said…

03 Jul

KTDA Clarifies Misreporting on Alleged Unsold Tea Stocks

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The Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA) has issued a statement addressing recent reports suggesting that it holds 200 million kilogrammes of unsold tea. This clarification follows claims made by Williamson Tea Kenya PLC in its financial disclosures and subsequent media coverage. KTDA firmly dispels the allegations of unsold tea stocks, stating that no such inventory exists as purported. "The said stocks cannot be destroyed since no such stocks exist as alleged," KTDA clarified, emphasizing that the reports are baseless and unfounded. Furthermore, KTDA refutes the assertion that these non-existent stocks are disrupting the market. The agency stresses its commitment to…

03 Jul

Zambia: 71 year old blind woman killed by an elephant

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The Department of National Parks and Wildlife has killed an elephant that recently caused the death of a 71-year-old blind woman. Principal Wildlife Police Officer for Sioma district, Joseph Nyambe, reported escalating human-animal conflicts leading to villagers fleeing their homes and camping in schools. Nyambe confirmed the severity of the situation upon arrival in Mambolomoka. He explained that despite warning shots, the aggressive elephant charged at officers, prompting them to shoot it. District Commissioner Mubita Siyamana thanked the government for quickly deploying officers to address the conflict, which is attributed to climate change-induced drought driving elephants into villages in search…

02 Jul

Emerging Stars Finish as group B Runners Up in 2024 COSAFA Cup

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Emerging Stars emerged 2-0 victors in their final group match of the 2024 COSAFA cup encounter against Zimbabwe at Isaac Wolfson Stadium. The first half ended goalless however the second half witnessed a shift in momentum. In the 54th minute, Ronney Onyango found Austine who put the ball at the back of the net giving Kenya the lead. Benson Omalla added to the tally in the 73rd minute pouncing on a long ball from goalkeeper Byrne Omondi. The match ended in favor of Kenya. With this win, Kenya finished Group B with 6 points, tied with Comoros. However, Comoros topped…

02 Jul

Kindiki Vows to End Violence and Restore Order Amid Ongoing Protests

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The Kenyan government has issued a strong statement addressing the recent wave of unrest that has gripped the nation. In a press release, Cabinet Secretary for Interior and National Administration Kithure Kindiki outlined the government's stance on the ongoing "Occupy Everywhere" demonstrations, which have escalated into violent riots. On June 25, 2024, unprecedented civil unrest erupted in Nairobi and several other towns, leading to loss of lives and destruction of property worth billions of shillings. The chaos culminated in an attempt to burn down the Parliament Buildings. Initially, the protests were a democratic expression of public disapproval of the Finance…

02 Jul

Kenyan Addresses Diplomatic Corps on #OccupyEverywhere Demos

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The Kenyan government, through a correspondence from Cabinet Secretary for Foreign Affairs Musalia Mudavadi, has addressed several key issues related to the recent #OccupyEverywhere demonstrations nationwide. The aim was to provide clarity and assure the international community that the government is managing the situation in accordance with universal law. The document highlighted the government's response to the protests that erupted across major cities, including Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, and Nakuru. These demonstrations were driven by public discontent over economic policies, particularly the controversial Finance Bill 2024, which many Kenyans believe would worsen their economic hardships. The widespread outcry led President William…

02 Jul

Man Shoots to Protect Business in Mombasa During Protests

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A man fired several shots from a pistol in an attempt to protect his business, Qafee Point in Mombasa, from being invaded by goons during the #OccupyEverywhere demonstrations. Despite his efforts, he was unable to fend off the attackers. The goons later vandalized Qafee Point and set several nearby vehicles on fire. The incident highlighted the infiltration of the demonstrations by violent elements. @nomadpress A man fired several shots from a pistol in an attempt to protect his business, Qafee Point in Mombasa, from being invaded by goons during the #OccupyEverywhere demonstrations. Despite his efforts, he was unable to fend…

02 Jul

Kenyan Sprinter Omanyala on Humility and Preparation for 2024 Paris Olympics

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As Kenya’s sprinters gear up for the 2024 Paris Olympics, Africa 100m Champion Ferdinand Omanyala reflects on the lessons learned and the pressures faced. "Our sport humbles you," the sprinter shared. "Everybody who is anybody in the sport has lost a race at some point. It’s not always about winning; it’s about how humble you remain." Acknowledging the high expectations for the upcoming Olympics, the athlete emphasized the importance of focusing on each race individually. "This year, I’m not giving anyone any targets or promises. Let's handle each race as it comes, get through the heats, then the semis, and…