Government officials rejected findings from the Kenya Human Rights Commission calling for the elimination of the Hustler Fund program. Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya accused the commission of political bias and failure to consult relevant authorities before publishing their assessment. The ministry defended the initiative by citing nine million active users and total disbursements reaching 72 billion shillings since launch. Officials questioned the timing and motives behind the critical evaluation. Authorities emphasized widespread accessibility across all demographic groups.
The human rights organization published research titled Failing the Hustlers that condemned the lending program as economically unsustainable. Commission...
President William Ruto fulfilled his financial commitment to Kenya's national football team after their victory against the Democratic Republic of Congo. The Sports Ministry distributed the promised funds to players and technical staff members following Sunday's match. State House spokesperson Hussein Mohamed confirmed the payments and announced similar rewards await the team after Thursday's encounter with Angola. Austin Odhiambo's first-half goal secured Kenya's historic first win in a CHAN tournament. The victory at Moi International Sports Centre energized supporters and strengthened hopes for Group A advancement.
The reward system has earned praise from football fans and sports officials as meaningful support for local players...
James Mukhongo Barasa, the Member of County Assembly representing Chwele Kabuchai ward, has passed away after battling cancer. National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula delivered a tribute describing Barasa as a dedicated public servant who maintained his principles throughout his political career. Wetang'ula recalled watching Barasa advance from his nomination as councillor in 2002 to winning election as MCA in 2013. The deceased politician served as Finance Committee chairperson within Bungoma County Assembly while simultaneously leading Ford Kenya Party operations in Kabuchai constituency. Wetang'ula praised Barasa for advocating on behalf of marginalized communities and providing hope to numerous families through his community...
Nairobi hosted the launch of a specialized five-day training program on Monday focused on combating terrorism financing and money laundering activities. The Islamic Military Counter Terrorism Coalition organized this foundational course to enhance capabilities within Kenya's security and regulatory institutions. Major General John Nkoimo addressed participants and emphasized the importance of coordinated international efforts against terrorist financial networks. The program targets legislative bodies, financial institutions, and civil society organizations through seven core training modules. Participants will develop skills in financial analysis, detection methods, and suspicious activity reporting protocols.
The coalition...
The Zimbabwe Republic Police acknowledges rising incidents of fraudulent officers establishing unauthorized roadblocks throughout the nation. Senior police officials met with Suthisa Ilizwe-Gutsaruzhinji, President Sybeth Msengezi at Police General Headquarters following his formal complaint. Msengezi had demanded immediate action against officers who harass motorists and extort bribes during reckless pursuits of illegal transport operators. His letter highlighted systematic corruption at intersections where officers deliberately delay drivers and threaten vehicle impoundment for financial gain.
Deputy Commissioner-General Learn Ncube arranged discussions with national spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi and regional commanders...
Critics accuse associates of Madzibaba Nicholas Zakaria of exploiting his medical condition for financial gain. Social media posts emphasize requests for food donations rather than promoting proper healthcare. The portrayal presents him as impoverished despite family resources being available for assistance. A Harare medical expert warns against commercializing his health status. The doctor estimates monthly treatment costs between US$30-40 for early stages and US$70-100 for advanced conditions.
The physician condemns relatives for using public sympathy campaigns instead of seeking appropriate medical care. Free clinic services remain accessible given his age and circumstances. ZIMURA deputy director Henry Makombe clarified that the...
The High Court Civil Division granted a writ of execution against Masvingo North Legislator Brian Mudumi on July 10 under case HCH2212/25. Mudumi faces property attachment over US$34,000 owed by his company, Cloud Africa & Business Investment Network, to Metrical Enterprises. The court ordered attachment of movable goods at his Rhodene address with 5 percent annual interest from demand date. His failure to comply with a previous fraud conviction triggered this enforcement action. The original sentence required ZWG$234,238.80 restitution by September 30, 2024.
Kenneth Chitando of Metrical Enterprises sought to purchase a 20-cubic dump truck through Cloud Africa last year. Mudumi accepted US$34,000 payment and promised eight-week...
A National Investigation Agency court cleared seven defendants from the Malegaon blast charges. Sadhvi Pragya Singh Thakur received acquittal among those released from accusations. The former Bhopal parliamentarian stated investigators demanded she falsely implicate senior political figures during her detention. She refused to provide fabricated testimony against Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat. Thakur described experiencing physical abuse for declining to cooperate with what she termed false accusations.
RSS veteran Suresh Bhaiyaji Joshi supported her statements about the alleged conspiracy. He declared the court verdict proved investigators orchestrated wrongful targeting. Joshi addressed...
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath distributed employment letters to 1,494 police telecom workers at Indira Gandhi Pratishthan on Sunday. The recipients comprised 1,374 assistant operators and 120 workshop staff members selected through Mission Rozgar initiatives. Adityanath declared that corrupt hiring practices from before 2017 have ended permanently. The state has recruited over 217,000 police personnel through fair processes since that time. This achievement represents the most significant recruitment numbers for any Indian state police force.
The new employees will strengthen police communication systems through technical expertise. Their selection follows the recruitment of 60,244 constables earlier this year through...
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