Civil society organisation, Black Sash, accuse SA Social Security Agency (SASSA) of human rights violations 

Civil society organisation, Black Sash, has accused the SA Social Security Agency (SASSA) of human rights violations following the implementation of a review process on grant recipients. SABC reports. The agency’s review process, which was introduced in April, is meant to verify the eligibility of grant recipients and combat fraud. The organisation says, despite claims…

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How HELB Traces Over 17,000 Defaulters,

The Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) Chief Executive Officer, Geoffrey Monari, has revealed that the agency recovered Ksh5.21 billion in the 2024/2025 financial year. Appearing before the National Assembly’s Education Committee on Monday, July 14, Monari disclosed that the funds were recovered after HELB traced over 17,000 defaulters through a joint effort with other government…

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Kenya warns citizens against fake jobs and visa scams

The Public Service Commission has issued a warning to Kenyans regarding the circulation of fake job advertisements on WhatsApp. In a statement on X,  the Commission cautioned the public against falling victim to fraudsters posing as PSC officials who demand bribes for non-existent jobs and promotions. “Beware of fake jobs circulating online, especially on WhatsApp,” PSC…

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‘Don’t kill them, shoot them in the leg,’ Ruto tells police on protest violence

President William Ruto has told police officers to shoot in the leg anyone caught looting businesses and vandalizing property during protests. Citizen Digital Reports. During the commissioning of a police housing project in Nairobi’s Kilimani area on Wednesday, the President told officers not to kill but “shoot and break the legs” of any violent protester. “Anyone who burns…

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Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi Arrested in EACC Graft Probe

EACC detectives have arrested Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi over alleged corruption following early morning raids at his residence and county offices. Nine senior county officials were also arrested in the crackdown linked to suspected embezzlement of public funds and conflict of interest in procurement deals. EACC Detectives said they seized documents and electronic devices crucial…

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