Something went wrong, please try again later. Invalid email Something went wrong, please try again later. Get the biggest stories and wackiest takes from the Daily Star, including our special WTF Wednesday emailSomething went wrong, please try again later. Get the biggest stories and wackiest takes from the Daily Star, including our special WTF Wednesday emailAlarming footage shows the moment one of Pablo Escobar’s horny cocaine hippos rampages across a road in Colombia. READ MORE: Pablo Escobar's abandoned 'drug plane' found by YouTuber who shares chilling theoryThere's lots of quality news coming out of the US.

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PREMIUM Prof Saitoti: The VP who was poisonedHaving served as VP for many years, Saitoti had expected that he would be Moi's successor.

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The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has cut the benchmark interest rate by the largest margin since the start of Covid-19 economic hardships in March 2020, signalling relief for borrowers saddled with costly loans and reversing a slowdown in demand for credit. The CBK Monetary Policy Committee Tuesday cut the key lending rate by 0.75 percent, or 75 basis points, from 12.75 percent to 12 percent, after inflation fell to its lowest level in more than a decade. The CBK considers credit growth of 12 to 15 percent to be sufficient to support the healthy growth of the economy. “In our view, the modest effect of the rate cut on lending rates can be attributed to the fact that the cut was not substantial enough to provide significant relief to borrowers. Last month the US Federal Reserve cut its benchmark rate by 0.5 percent and hinted at further cuts following weakness in the labour market and easing inflation.

Environment, Climate Change and Forestry Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has called on Kenyans to actively participate in environmental conservation as the country prepares to celebrate its inaugural Mazingira Day on October 10. To celebrate Mazingira Day, Duale has encouraged Kenyans to engage in several key activities. Mazingira Day presents a vital opportunity for the nation to unite in fostering a healthier environment and addressing pressing ecological challenges. Utamaduni Day replaced the long-observed October 10 holiday, transitioning from Moi Day, whose observance was discontinued over a decade ago. In April this year, it was renamed Mazingira Day, from Utamaduni Day.

A vibrant range of fruit wines that capture the essence of Kenyan culture and community. By focusing on local fruits, Cecanni is committed to uplifting the communities that grow these valuable resources. Cecanni's approach not only meets consumer demand for unique flavours, but also addresses the challenges faced by local farmers. The brand has a growing portfolio of products, including flagship offerings such as Mango Wine, Pineapple Wine, Strawberry Wine, Gooseberry Wine, Dragon Fruit Wine, Hibiscus Wine and Banana Wine. Photo credit: Boniface Mwangi | Nation Media Group“We actively engage with local farmers, who play a vital role in the brand's success.

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua arrives to defend himself against the accusations against him in the Impeachment Motion at the National Assembly, Parliament, Nairobi on October 8, 2024. [Elvis Ogina, Standard]Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has been impeached. Gachagua was impeached on Tuesday evening after 281 Members of Parliament voted to send him packing on 11 counts of gross misconduct. Gachagua had put on a spirited defence against the accusations levelled against him but the August house had already resolved to send Gachagua parking. Gachagua is the first Deputy President to be impeached under the 2010 Constitution.

At the high school state championships last weekend, I saw those runners. Almost guiltily, JDHS athletic director Julie Hermann and I exchanged downward nods and pleasantries as we passed at the REI entrance. Again my mind was blown when Lupro ordered a “Diet Coke with lime, please.”“Fancy,” I said and it drew a laugh. I had no clue that packets of lime crystals were even available on Alaska Airlines flights. And now a day ahead of every flight your phone flashes a chance to pre-order snacks for a price??!!

Kenya's National Assembly has Tuesday evening overwhelmingly voted to impeach Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. This is the first time under the 2010 Constitution that the National Assembly has voted to remove a State official from office. National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula is expected to notify his Senate counterpart Amason Kingi latest by Thursday of the development. “The Clerk is directed to prepare the necessary documentation to enable this,” Speaker Wetang’ula said shortly after 9pm after announcing the results. The Senate has 10 days to either uphold the decision of the National Assembly or veto it.

Over the weekend, Dua shocked fans when she mixed pickle juice and jalapeño sauce into a Diet Coke, creating a drink that's divided the internet. Certainly, lots of Coke fans struggled to wrap their heads around Dua's drink when she showed off her recipe on TikTok. Thankfully, I didn't gag when I tried the drink, mixed with a generous drizzle of the extra ingredients. But it is worth mentioning drinking pickle juice can improve your gut health, aid post-workout recovery, and help hangovers, according to Mirafit. It's one I'd definitely recommend to spice fans and Diet Coke lovers.

In his fake position, the suspect is reported to have extorted millions of shillings from many victims he swindled that he would sort out their corruption cases. Photo EACC KenyaOfficers from the EACC arrested the suspect at his hideout in South C where he was escorted to the EACC Integrity Centre Police Station for processing. In 2024 alone, the EACC has encountered over 350 cases of fake detectives conning Kenyans while pretending to be officers of EACC or other law enforcement agencies on official duty. Kakamega, Bungoma, and Busia counties were put on the spot by the commission for establishing fake EACC offices and offering services for pay. EACC has advised Kenyans to be on the lookout for the Anti-Corruption Investigations Agency a fake entity that has been receiving money from the public while purporting to solve Kenyan's corruption cases.

"We must know that our diversity is the source of our strength and that is how we shall live. If there is anyone who wants to disrupt the peace of the nation, they should be removed because we want peace for everybody," Wetangula said.

Mombasa - Mombasa residents have been rocked by the mysterious death of 75-year-old John Middleton. Kisauni Deputy County Commissioner Jamleck Mbuba said the suspects might have scaled his perimeter wall. Middleton's body, bearing serious injuries, was found lying in a bathtub by a cleaner who had come to perform his daily duties. There were little signs of struggle at the murder scene," Mbuba added. Mbuba pointed out that the cleaner who discovered the body immediately called Middleton’s girlfriend, who resides in Mtwapa.

Pentecostal Voices of Kenya Association Chairman Apostle Peter Manyuru address the Press on the rift between President William Ruto and Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. [Mike Kihaki, Standard]Religious leaders have appealed to President William Ruto and his deputy, Rigathi Gachagua to set aside their political differences for the sake of the country’s peace and unity. Pentecostal Voices of Kenya Association Chairman Apostle Peter Manyuru called on Ruto to break his silence and address the political tension. As a church, we urge him to come out and break the ice so that the country can come together again. The church leaders highlighted how political tension is affecting Kenyans, who are still recovering from the effects of post-election unrest and ongoing economic struggles.