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 Rose Wanja has expressed  her thanksgiving birthday by paying the outstanding KSh67,000 college fees of a needy student, giving him a second chance to pursue his dream of becoming a Medical Engineering professional.  She was touched by the story of Auris Kuria Wanjiku, a student at Kabete National Polytechnic and the son of a single mother from Naivasha.To help raise money for his school fees, Auris had taken up casual construction work (mjengo) at one of Wanja's project sites According to Wanja, the site's engineer, Eng. Mungai Muratha, informed her that the student had been unable to sit for his examinations this semester because he could not raise the required school fees. "My heart sank. Dear Lord, when will poverty end? Or is it a burden that will always live among us?" Wanja said. Instead of celebrating her birthday with a party, Wanja said she chose to express gratitude to God by changing the life of a deserving young person. "As my thanksgivi...

 Incoming Nairobi Woman Representative Hon. Florence Kilasi attended the second phase of the National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (NYOTA) Programme disbursement held at Ulinzi Sports Complex, where she lauded the initiative as a significant step towards empowering young people through economic inclusion and entrepreneurship. Speaking during the event, Kilasi commended the government and development partners for implementing programmes that equip youth with financial resources and opportunities to build sustainable livelihoods. She noted that the NYOTA Programme is helping young entrepreneurs turn their business ideas into reality while creating employment and reducing poverty among the youth. Kilasi encouraged beneficiaries to invest the funds prudently, expand their businesses, and become agents of positive change within their communities. She emphasized that empowering young people economically is essential for accelerating Nairobi's development and streng...

 Nairobi School Board of Management School Infrastructure Committee Chairperson Rose Wanja has expressed heartfelt gratitude to President William Samoei Ruto for supporting the construction of a modern dormitory at The Nairobi School, describing the project as a lasting legacy that will benefit generations of students. In her remarks, Wanja recounted how the journey began with a simple conversation with the President, when she requested him to visit the school after parents had raised KSh25 million to construct a Science Complex. He recalled that after learning it was The Nairobi School, President Ruto remembered having commissioned the school's library while serving as Deputy President and promised to visit, directing her to coordinate the arrangements through State House Comptroller Katoo Ole Metito. Wanja thanked state house  comptroller   Katoo Ole Metito for believing in the vision and giving her the opportunity to pursue the President's visit, notin...

 The Registrar of Political Parties, John Cox  has called for enhanced collaboration among electoral stakeholders to minimize pre-election disputes ahead of the 2027 General Election. Speaking during the launch of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) 2022 Pre-Election Dispute Resolution Committee Report, CEO Registrar of political parties John Cox commended the commission for documenting lessons from the 2022 electoral process and using them to strengthen preparations for future elections. He congratulated the IEBC's Dispute Resolution Committee for its dedication in handling electoral complaints and ensuring justice for parties involved in election disputes. He also praised the commission's efforts to reduce the number of disputes over successive election cycles, noting that the trend reflects progress in improving Kenya's electoral processes. He  emphasized that preventing disputes begins with strengthening electoral systems rather than...

KCB Bank has partnered with Mastercard to introduce a new Shariah-compliant payment solution aimed at expanding access to Islamic banking services in Kenya. The bank unveiled the Sahl Card under its Sahl Banking offering, providing customers with a secure and convenient payment option that aligns with Islamic finance principles. The card is designed to help customers manage their daily spending while enjoying a range of lifestyle and travel benefits. In addition to the card, KCB launched the Sahl Agency Banking Network, enabling customers to deposit and withdraw cash, make payments, and access essential banking services through a network of agents across the country. KCB Group Director for Strategy and Innovation, Mark Mwongela, said the initiative reflects the bank's commitment to offering inclusive financial solutions that cater to the diverse needs of its customers. "The Sahl Card represents an important step in expanding access to Shariah-compliant ...

 Principal Secretary for Public Service and Human Capital Development Dr. Jane Kere Imbunya has called for the continued development of ethical, innovative and citizen-centred leaders as the Kenya School of Government (KSG) celebrated its centenary at its Lower Kabete campus. Speaking during the KSG@100 celebrations and the institution's 7th graduation ceremony, Dr. Imbunya described the occasion as both historic and deeply personal, saying KSG had played a significant role in shaping Kenya's public service over the past century. "At KSG, history did not sit quietly in a dusty cabinet. It walked across the graduation stage and challenged us to build the next century. I call KSG one of my children, so this milestone felt personal," she said. The event, presided over by Cabinet Secretary for Public Service, Human Capital Development and Special Programmes Geoffrey Ruku, also featured the launch of the Rt. Hon. Raila Amolo Odinga Regional Leadersh...