Global Money Transfer Stories

Remittances by Kenyans in diaspora reduce by Sh2.3 billion in January as US remains largest source
Alfred Onyango  |  Feb 15, 2025

With the shilling constantly trading at an average of 129, it arguably means diaspora Kenyans are left in a tight spot while deciding whether to send...

Tana River woman seeks justice after Losing Sh27.8 million in alleged fraud
Joseph Ndunda  |  Feb 03, 2025

Rahma reported the matter to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) at Kilimani, Nairobi, on January 2, 2025, leading to the arrest of Abdul...

State’s cash transfer programme not doing enough for the needy - Study
Alfred Onyango  |  Jan 02, 2025

To effectively improve food consumption and dietary diversity, the policy experts argue that cash transfer amounts will need to be adjusted.

MPs summon Treasury PS Chris Kiptoo over Sh100 million Inua Jamii budget cut
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 05, 2024

The committee has not yet specified the exact date for PS Kiptoo's appearance, but the summons will include detailed instructions.

Over 900 police officers in Eastern Region moved to different stations
Mary Wambui  |  Nov 16, 2024

The memo dated November 14, instructs the police heads to release 974 officers from their current stations.

M-Pesa deposits down Sh1.3 million in six months to September
Alfred Onyango  |  Nov 13, 2024

Safaricom CEO Peter Ndegwa said the performance remains strong amid the headwinds in the Ethiopian business.

Safaricom rolls out standing order feature for M-Pesa users
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 01, 2024

The addition of M-Pesa Ratiba reaffirms Safaricom's commitment to its vision of transforming lives.

Deceased beneficiaries still receiving payments - EACC audit report
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 25, 2024

“In some instances, withdrawals were made from the accounts of deceased beneficiaries nearly three years after death.”

State gives Sh1bn in April stipends to over 323,000 vulnerable families
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 28, 2024

The funds, part of the Hunger Safety Net Programme (HSNP), support both regular and scale-up beneficiaries from eight counties: Turkana, Samburu, Mars...

Pupils in schools affected by floods moved to neighbouring institutions
Waweru Wairimu  |  May 14, 2024

Some schools resumed operations on Monday, May 13, with learners allowed to return to classes.

Kylian Mbappe's future to dominate January transfer window
Agency  |  Jan 01, 2024

Real are not sitting on their hands. Endrick, the latest Brazilian starlet, will join the club from Palmeiras when he turns 18 in July 2024 for a fee...

Central Bank of Kenya warns against using unlicensed money transfer services
Anas Mohamed  |  Nov 08, 2023

The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has issued a stern warning to Kenyans regarding the risks associated with unlicensed Money or Value Transfer Services...

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