The Business Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2024, which amended the Microfinance Act, officially took effect on January 1, 2025, bringing significant changes to the microfinance sector. This new legislation aims to curb abusive debt recovery practices by prohibiting microfinance companies from harassing borrowers. Sponsored by Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah, the Bill was introduced following widespread complaints…
President William Ruto announced that the government has successfully stabilized the country’s economy and will now shift its focus to implementing key development projects. Speaking at the Kerio Valley Interdenominational Prayer Service in Tot, Elgeyo-Marakwet County, Ruto highlighted that economic challenges over the past two years had delayed major development initiatives. However, he assured Kenyans…
Situma believes Francis Kimanzi’s new-look Harambee Stars is the way to go for the national team. Former Harambee Stars defender and Kenya Footballers Welfare Association (KEFWA) president James Situma has commended the strides made by coach Francis Kimanzi in revamping the national team. Harambee Stars interim coach Francis Kimanzi expresses cautious optimism as his team…
The national government is focusing on raising funds to support ongoing projects while aiming to reduce public debt. To achieve this, corporate leaders have been tasked to fully implement austerity measures and explore new revenue channels that align with Kenya Kwanza’s Bottom-Up economic transformation agenda. In a recent circular, National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi…
Uncover the top rising stars in Kenyan football set to dominate 2025 with their exceptional talent and performances. Kenyan football is brimming with exceptional talent highlighting a new generation of players who are poised to shine and redefine the sport in 2025. Among these standout performers are Aldrine Kibet, Kelvin Wangaya, Baron Ochieng, Kelly Madada…
The National Police Service (NPS) is taking statements from the four young Kenyans who were abducted in December 2024. The statement came shortly after the victims resurfaced on Monday, January 6, with minimal details about their captors. The NPS revealed that one of the abductees, Bernard Kavuli Musyimi, who had been reported missing at Ngong’…
In a recent interview, the Norwegian admitted that he still feels hurt following the loss but is planning revenge over the American this season. If there was one thing Karsten Warholm was sure about as he started his 2024 season, it was that he would defend his Olympic title that he won at the delayed…
Michael Olunga is currently third with eight goals in Qatar Stars League, but Percy Tau could emerge as his biggest rival. South African and Al Ahly striker Percy Tau is the subject of growing transfer speculation, with Qatar’s football giants reportedly keeping a close eye on the 29-year-old. Tau’s contract with Al Ahly expires in…
Good Morning my strong man from Dar es Salaam January 7, 2025, I invite you to look at what is written in the front and back pages of Tanzanian Newspapers. The post Big news of Tanzania Newspapers today January 7, 2024 first appeared on Millard Ayo.
The World Championship and Olympics medallist has opened up on the daunting task of balancing education and athletics. Paris Olympics bronze medalist Faith Cherotich has shed light on the challenges she faced balancing education and athletics during her rise to the global stage. Inan interview with Kenyan broadcaster NTV, Cherotich revealed why preparing for the…
Divine Iheme could be a name everyone is talking about in the future; British sprinter has been compared to Noah Lyles after breaking 100m and 60m world records for his age category Four months ago, Great Britain’s sprint sensation Divine Iheme shared how sprinting legends Usain Bolt and Noah Lyles have fueled his meteoric rise…
Guo Haiyan, the People’s Republic of China (PRC) Ambassador-Designate to Kenya, arrived in Nairobi on Monday, prepared to assume her diplomatic responsibilities. Guo was appointed as the next Chinese envoy to Kenya by Beijing following her tour of duty in Guyana, which concluded in December last year. She had held the position since October 2021….
By Judith Akolo It is hot in Windhoek, very hot. The clear skies make it feel like the sun is right on the forehead and scorching from there, the blue hue that stretches across the sky into the horizon is blinding. The air into the nostrils is stinging hot and dry. Several empty bottles of…
Julien Alfred considered quitting athletics but her coach played a crucial role in ensuring that the 23-year-old fulfills her dream. Desperation and giving up are two attributes that are associated with athletes and sports. Sometimes ‘enough is enough’ can be hard-hitting in the mind and the next course of action becomes shrouded in uncertainty. While surrendering can…
Billy Mwangi, who went missing in Embu, was released on Monday, January 6, to the great relief of his family A touching photo of his mother giving him a hug moments after his release has warmed hearts online Kenyans thanked God and wanted justice to deal with the kidnapping Billy Mwangi, a young Kenyan who…