The University of Nairobi Student Council has prevailed upon MPs who voted Yes for the now impugned Finance Bill, 2024 to apologise to their constituents. In a statement on Friday, UoN Student Council president Rocha Madzao asked the MPs to apologise for going against the wishes of their electorate. “All the Members of Parliament who voted to pass the finance bill should issue an apology to their constituents. “Consequently, having reflected on the continuing conversation around the content of the finance bill of 2024, I will decline to assent to the bill,” Ruto added. The MPs who voted Yes for the Bill clapped in agreement.

Dagoretti South MP John Kiarie during a past event Pulse Live KenyaJoseph NamuarADVERTISEMENTCentral Turkana MP Joseph Namuar also issued a heartfelt apology to Kenyans for his vote in favor of the Finance Bill. He went on to express his regret for voting yes and asked for forgiveness from his constituents and the broader public. "If there is a way we did wrong for those of us who voted YES, we ask for your forgiveness," Namuar said. Central Turkana MP Joseph Namuar Pulse Live KenyaADVERTISEMENTDavid GikariaNakuru Town East MP David Gikaria took a more visual approach to his apology. Nakuru Town East MP David Gikaria with his wife as they offer apology to his constituents for voting yes to Finance Bill Pulse Live Kenya

Three, the fight for our economic rights and freedoms will be a long battle, especially with our jaded moral and broken social fabric. DiagnosisSix things will ultimately determine if the nation will emerge strong or if it will be sunk by this crisis. Let us face it, why would candidates be willing to splash millions or billions of their own money to run for public office? In our version of democracy, political parties and voters blackmail candidates to bankroll them and for handouts respectively. In 2018/19, the Presidency budget had doubled to Sh10.2 billion, before quickly escalating to over Sh34 billion in the fiscal years between 2020 -2022.

After dramatic tax win, Kenya’s young protesters plot next movesAfter their stunning success in forcing the government to shelve $2.7 billion in tax hikes, young Kenyan activists are setting their sights higher, taking aim at ingrained corruption and misgovernance. Protests in Kenya have historically been led by elites, often ending in power-sharing deals that yielded few tangible benefits for demonstrators. They will also have to decide how to respond to Ruto’s offer of dialogue, made on Wednesday but without specifics. All we want is the leaders to stop using our resources … to sponsor their lavish lifestyle.”CAN PROTEST MOVEMENT TRANSCEND ETHNIC DIFFERENCES? Protesters posting on social media accused local politicians of trying to incite trouble to undermine the movement.

Ana's head was split open and she claimed she struggled to find work due to crippling anxiety following the attack. Naomi was ordered to complete five days of community service and anger management classes. But at the time, Naomi managed to deflect attention away from her court ordered punishment, as she rocked up in a show-stopping Dolce and Gabbana dress. And it was her final day of community service in New York, where she decided to wear the iconic dress. I was very aware of what I was doing and I finished my week of community service."

Legendary Homeboyz Radio host, Conrad Gray, popularly known as G Money, has delivered his final message as he officially exits the station after nearly two decades of service. G Money, who has been a pillar of the Homeboyz Radio morning show alongside Tonio Kibz, announced his departure earlier this month, setting the stage for an emotional farewell. A legacy of talent and dedicationADVERTISEMENTDuring his illustrious career, G Money not only entertained but also mentored and inspired numerous young talents. Radio presenter G Money Pulse Live Kenya"God isn’t sleeping and the perpetrators will have to face their own Waterloo. concluded G Money.

A post on the subreddit “Am I The A**hole?” recently received widespread attention after circulating on X (formerly Twitter). With no other place to turn, a woman and a wife sought the Internet’s help in resolving a domestic dispute. The wife stated that her husband asked her to quit her job and stay home to take care of the house and their children, so she asked him for half his company. She said in the post, after contemplating for a few weeks, I informed him that I would agree under the condition of receiving half of his company. Also Read: Girl’s Rain Dance Interrupted By Near-Miss Lightning: Watch The Shocking MomentSo, I insisted on receiving half of the company.

Doctors reveal high blood pressure causes nose bleedsIn the UK around a third of all adults are thought to be living with a dangerous silent killer condition. High blood pressure is a medical condition that means that the heart has to work harder to pump blood around the body. Around one in two people with hypertension don’t realise they have it or aren’t receiving treatment, according to Blood Pressure UK. Read our Privacy PolicyBut there are some warning signs that can appear if your blood pressure is particularly high. What is considered high blood pressure?

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. 0:00Shares in packaging group Nampak rallied on Friday as it reaped the benefits of hardline restructuring. Read this for freeSouth Africans need to be in the know if we want to create a prosperous future. News24 has kept the country informed for 25 years, and we're about to enter a new chapter of fearless journalism. Join our free subscription trial to unlock this story and a world of news aimed to inform, empower, and inspire.

Now, Lincoln has been announced as the lead in the new 6-part ITV and ITVX drama series Cold Water. This is the story of a normal man, in a normal marriage, who finds himself in a far from normal situation. Writer, Creator & Exec Producer David Ireland says:“Cold Water started with a question I was asking myself. I hope viewers will be find it intoxicating.”Cold Water comes from executive producers Chris Fry (Landscapers), Alice Tyler (The Baby), Lydia Hampson (Fleabag) and Jane Featherstone (Chernobyl) for SISTER. David Ireland and Andrew Lincoln also executive produce, with Brian Coffey as producer.

Port-au-Prince resident Jean-Louis Pierre told Reuters he was hopeful the Kenyan deployment could help but only if they stay long enough to ensure that security is sustainable. "Now that the forces have arrived, the country can improve, but they need to stay. A few months or a year is not enough because the country will fall into the same problem," Pierre said. Previous missions in Haiti have left behind slain civilians, a deadly cholera outbreak and a sexual abuse scandal, for which reparations were never made. Read: Haiti gang leader message after Kenya troops touch down"Here's Kenya: Shoot!"

"Enslaved and supported by foreign interests, and never pro-people in its outlook and interests, (Ruto's administration) was bound to face the consequences of its priorities," Willy Mutunga, Kenya's former chief justice, told Reuters. "As long as the material interests of the youth are not addressed, the chasm grows bigger and bigger," he said. Kenya - already one of Africa's biggest economies and strongest democracies – has in recent years expanded its global role. On the eve of the climax of the protests, Ruto flagged off 400 policemen to lead a stabilisation force in Haiti. However, with protests erupting countrywide, including in Ruto's hometown, Eldoret, and louder calls for his departure, some analysts say his administration is fighting for survival.

Diet Coke's new redesign is a total departure from its old lookWould a new can design and flavors like "Feisty Cherry" or "Twisted Mango" convince you to drink Diet Coke? The brand announced Wednesday that it's done a total design overhaul for the diet soda, featuring thinner cans and bright designs for its new flavor offerings. As the Coca-Cola Company reported in its latest quarterly earning report, the brand saw a "mid single-digit decline in Diet Coke." He said:This is the second Diet Coke redesign in two years — the Coca-Cola Company also changed up its branding back in 2016. Per Wednesday's release, Diet Coke will debut its new flavors and latest can design in stores this month.

Houston’s hardcore band, Mexican Coke, are back with two new tracks: “Hand Cannon” and “White Pantera.” They also have recently signed to Convulse Records to launch a self-titled EP, set to release July 19. In addition to all of the fun, there is also a music video for “Hand Cannon,” available to watch here. Preorder Mexican Coke here. Mexican Coke Track List1. Spy KillerPhoto courtesy of Mexican Coke

Molo clergy hold prayers at MP Kuria Kimani’s house vandalised by protestersA group of interdenominational pastors and members of the public gathered at the home of Molo Member of Parliament (MP) Kuria Kimani on Friday to assess the damage after protesters invaded the compound during demonstrations against the Finance Bill. The legislator who is also the Chairperson of the National Assembly Finance Committee was not present and was said to be in Nairobi. “It was not fair what the youths did to their MP,” said Bishop David Njoroge of Neema Lema Church. The MP is counting losses running into millions of shillings after his property was torched by the protesters. The MP’s Ford Ranger was damaged after its windscreen was smashed by angry protesters, leaving shattered glass strewn across the sprawling compound.