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The Government, through the Ministry of Education, has announced that the first disbursement of student loans from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) for newly admitted university students will officially begin on August 15, 2025. This date coincides with the scheduled reopening of universities across the country, signaling the government’s preparedness to support students at…
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Masige West Ward Rep Jacob Bagaka while awarding Freshers from his ward shopping vouchers. Newly admitted university students were Tuesday urged to avoid falling into the trap of excessive partying as they begin campus life. At a function in Nyabisia, in Masige West, various leaders warned the freshers that the excitement of newfound freedom in…
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The Kenya Meteorological Department has released its detailed weekly weather forecast, predicting varying weather patterns across the country from Tuesday, August 5, to Saturday, August 9, 2025. The report outlines continued rainfall, strong winds, thunderstorms, and fluctuating temperature ranges in different regions, urging residents to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions where needed. According to…
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In today’s fast-paced academic landscape, building a structured study routine is more essential than ever. Especially for students juggling multiple responsibilities-from coursework to part-time jobs-having a consistent plan is key. Whether you are a student in the UK or studying internationally, setting up a personalised study schedule can make your academic life more manageable. For…
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The price of maize, Kenya’s staple food, has surged to its highest level in nearly two years, driven by a significant drop in local production, delayed harvests, and mounting pressure from animal feed manufacturers. Despite the government’s intervention to ease pressure on the grain market through duty-free imports, the supply shortage continues to push maize…
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One year ago, on August 1, 2024, the Foreign Travel Information Management System (FOTIMS) became operational, marking a major step in streamlining official foreign travel across Kenya’s public sector. Since then, FOTIMS has redefined how government air travel is conceptualized, approved, executed, and monitored. By centralizing previously fragmented processes, the system has sought to improve…
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The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening partnerships with business communities across the country, following a high-level engagement today between the KRA Board and the Eastleigh Business District Association (EBDA). The strategic meeting, led by KRA Board Chairman Hon. Ndiritu Muriithi, brought together senior KRA officials and representatives of EBDA to…
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Rubrik and Sophos have announced a strategic partnership to provide Sophos M365 Backup and Recovery Powered by Rubrik, marking the first Managed Detection and Response (MDR)-optimized Microsoft 365 backup and recovery solution fully integrated into Sophos Central, Sophos’ security operations platform. Designed to support IT and cybersecurity teams, the new offering will provide a unified global platform…
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The world of football is no stranger to drama, but the latest financial controversies shaking the English Premier League may have wider implications than ever before. In 2025, two top-flight clubs are reportedly under UEFA investigation for serious breaches of Financial Fair Play (FFP) and Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR). These developments don’t just affect…
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The European Investment Bank’s financial backing for IHS Group’s first green affordable housing fund in Kenya is yielding results. The bank’s development arm, EIB Global, had committed €21.5 million (3.2 billion Kenyan shillings) in equity financing to the IHS Kenya Green Housing Fund for the construction and acquisition of energy-efficient and affordable housing in Kenya.…