Why the Ksh. 150M first-ever cash bonus to Mumias sugarcane farmers is a new dawn for Kenyan farmers

By Hez Gikang’a As president Dr. William Ruto embarks on an extensive development tour of Western Kenya, Monday’s issuance of a first-ever bonus of Ksh. 150 million to sugarcane farmers contracted to Mumias Sugar Company (2021 )marks a significant milestone in the fulfilment of his pledge to uplift the economic fortunes of farmers across the…

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Raila condoles with grieving Kilifi governor

Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga speaking at a past address. PHOTO/@RailaOdinga/XOrange Democratic Movement (ODM) Leader Raila Odinga has joined the political class in condoling with the family of Kilifi Governor Gideon Mung’aro, following the death of his father on Sunday, June 15, 2025. Gideon Baya Mung’aro Senior passed away on the morning of Sunday, June…

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Catholic apostle calls out President Ruto’s policies in subtle rebuke

The Apostolic Nuncio to Kenya and South Sudan, His Excellency Hubertus Matheus Maria van Megen. PHOTO/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087366991233 In a veiled but blistering critique of President William Ruto’s policies, the Apostolic Nuncio to Kenya and South Sudan, Herbertus Van Megan, has taken issue with the government’s imposition of social taxes, particularly the controversial housing levy….

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Trump administration halts scheduling of new student visa appointments

US President Donald Trump at a past event. PHOTO/@realDonaldTrump/XPresident Donald Trump’s administration has ordered its missions abroad to stop scheduling new appointments for student and exchange visitor visa applicants as the State Department prepares to expand social media vetting of foreign students, according to an internal cable seen by Reuters on Tuesday. U.S. Secretary of State…

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