Mobile Payments vs. Crypto: Which Is Gaining Ground?

The digital payment landscape is evolving rapidly. Two major players—mobile payments and cryptocurrencies—are competing for user adoption in both developed and emerging markets. While both technologies offer alternatives to cash and traditional banking, they differ significantly in infrastructure, purpose, and regulatory frameworks. Mobile payments have become embedded in everyday transactions, particularly through apps linked to…

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Nelson Havi Offers to Defend Mt Kenya Cannabis Farmers, Slams ‘Colonial Law’

Lawyer Nelson Havi has stepped forward to defend cannabis growers arrested in Mt Kenya Forest, calling them “enterprising Kenyans” who deserve support rather than prosecution. Responding to Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen’s remarks on the government’s crackdown on cannabis farms inside the forest, Havi argued that bhang is a valuable crop and should be treated…

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MP Chikati urges Kenyans to credit Ruto for taking steps to end abductions

Tongaren MP John Chikati during a past function. PHOTO/https://www.facebook.com/ParliamentKE Tongaren MP John Chikati has come to the defence of President William Ruto following his recent admission that abductions have occurred under his administration, urging Kenyans to recognise Ruto’s commitment to ending the practice. Speaking during a media interview on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, Chikati addressed…

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Kenyan Newspaper: A blow to Gachagua while some of Mount Kenya’s giants move to Ruto camp

On Tuesday, May 13, local newspapers reported on political events in the country, focusing on how deputy president Rigathi Gachagua He brings together his opponents and supporters in an effort to oppose President William Ruto. Main News in Kenyan Newspapers on Tuesday, May 13. Photo/Screen: Daily Nation, The Standard, The Star and National Today.Source: UGC…

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Kindiki Calls for Respect Between Politicians and Religious Leaders

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has called on politicians to respect the decisions made by individual churches regarding political donations. According to Kindiki, honoring these preferences will help preserve harmony and prevent avoidable tensions between politicians and religious institutions. While addressing congregants at Riiji Catholic Church in Meru County on Sunday, Kindiki underscored the need for…

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Bungoma: Natembeya, his colleagues were arrested in protest of the lease of Nzoia’s sugar factory

Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya and other officials were dispersed in tears after police blocked their attempt to enter Nzoia’s sugar company The leaders addressed residents in the Bukembe market, accusing the government of undermining the Western Kenya economy by handing the essential industries to personal interests Natembeya warned that leasing Nzoia Sugar to the…

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Wandayi: Ruto Is a Better Choice Than Kalonzo, Gachagua, and Matiang’i

Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has launched a scathing attack on opposition leaders, accusing them of unjustly targeting President William Ruto’s broad-based administration. While addressing residents of Ugunja Constituency on Sunday, Wandayi openly declared his allegiance to President Ruto, dismissing opposition heavyweights including Kalonzo Musyoka, former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, and former Interior Cabinet Secretary…

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Karua urges Ruto to act on officers linked to disappearances after abduction acknowledgement

People’s Liberation Party (PLP) leader Martha Karua at a past event. PHOTO/@MarthaKarua/XPeople’s Liberation Party Martha Karua has called on President William Ruto to go beyond acknowledging the issue of abductions in Kenya and take action against security officers implicated in extrajudicial killings and enforced disappearances. Her remarks follow Ruto’s recent admission of the widespread problem…

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