BREAKING NEWS : Kenya’s Court of Appeal has struck down Sections 22 & 23 of the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act — the infamous “false information” clauses.

This is a landmark victory for free speech, journalists, bloggers, and every Kenyan who speaks online.

Thread 🧵🧵 For years, these provisions were used as a weapon.
Journalists. Bloggers. Activists. Ordinary citizens.
Anyone who spoke truth to power risked arrest under the vague charge of “false information.”
Today, the Court of Appeal has said: Enough.

I reached out to a friend of mine from childhood. We been good friends. I needed his help to sort an emergency financial matter. He picked up. He asked me if we can meet & I said yes, in fact I was hoping for the same. Let me tell you Maina, do not do BIZ with GOK

Thread 🧵 We met and my friend wasn’t himself. I thought I was in trouble but it turned out he was in more serious trouble. My friend is regarded as a serious millionaire. He is in logistics, farming and real estate. He has three wives & they know each other. So I asked my boy, whats up?

A story in pictures alone:

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We Shall Be Here No Matter What: Pass The Finance Bill, We Are Ready sokodirectory.com/2023/06/we-sha…

#Thread With all things remaining constant, the controversial Finance Bill 2023 will sail through the National Assembly. During the First Reading, the opposition threw punches, water bottles, and screamed, but it seems it will still sail through wapende wasipende. twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

I have always taken pride in sharing information on Financial Literacy and supporting key players in the sector: This is why we signed a Partnership Memorandum with @TheAbojani to be the platform for the best and good quality Financial Literacy Education.

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Here is… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… Financial literacy training lays the foundation for understanding fundamental financial concepts such as budgeting, saving, investing, and debt management. It equips individuals with the necessary knowledge and tools to make sound financial decisions throughout their lives:… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

Entrepreneurship Is Not For The Weak At Heart sokodirectory.com/2022/03/entrep…

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You will apply to 100 clients and 90 will outright reject you. The other 10 will give you promises to engage you and then never pick up your calls or reply to your emails. Entrepreneurship IS NOT for the weak at heart. It will have you falling more than how our politicians have failed us. And it will depend on how many times you manage to rise after every fall.

You will sacrifice everything trying to build something that your family will hate… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

Dear Entrepreneur, Here Is How Indecision Can Ruin Your Life And Opportunities sokodirectory.com/2023/05/dear-e…

Thread 🧵🪡 Indecision is the state of being unable to make up one’s mind or choose a course of action. It is often caused by fear, doubt, confusion, or lack of information.

Mhasibu NWDT SACCO: A Smart Investment Partner For All Professionals sokodirectory.com/2023/06/mhasib… @mhasibuofficial

Thread 🧵 🪡 Are you looking for a reliable and reputable financial partner that can help you achieve your personal and professional goals? If you are a professional in any field, you should consider joining Mhasibu SACCO, the SACCO for All Professionals: sokodirectory.com/2023/06/mhasib…

The Inspector General Of Police: Usurping The Powers Of the National Police Commission In Employment And Promotions sokodirectory.com/2023/06/the-in… @NPSC_KE

Thread 🧵 I said it before and I will say it now, We have the worst individuals in charge of key institutions who have no respect or regard for the law. They should bend toward the law not force the law to bend to them. The IG of Police needs to respect the Constitution and his mandate.

The Importance Of Financial Literacy Training: Unlocking A Path to Financial Success with The @TheAbojani @sokodirectory @jumaf3 @cheruiyotkb @MihrThakar @WaruhiuFranklin sokodirectory.com/2023/05/the-im… @MihrThakar Financial literacy is an essential life skill that empowers individuals to make informed financial decisions, achieve financial goals, and secure a stable future. - Soko Directory sokodirectory.com/2023/05/the-im…

We know we are last minute people but all in all the amazing MasterClass for @TheAbojani financial literacy start today and here are the reasons why we at @sokodirectory believe you need to sign up today. Thread 🧵 From my own experience, it is not hard to make money. We all come into serious money, in one way or another. What challenges us, is how to keep the money, nurture it and grow it.

According to the World Bank’s “Doing Business 2020” report, Kenya ranks 112th out of 190 countries in the ease of paying taxes. This ranking considers factors such as the number of taxes, time spent on tax compliance, and total tax rate.

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Kenyan Finance Bill 2023: A… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… The total tax rate in Kenya is 34.2% of commercial profits, which is higher than the average for Sub-Saharan Africa (32.2%) but lower than the average for high-income OECD countries (40.4%): sokodirectory.com/2023/05/kenyan…

How To Check If You Have Unclaimed Asset And How To Claim It sokodirectory.com/2023/06/how-to…

Thread🧵🪡 Have you ever checked whether you have unclaimed financial assets? Do you know of any unclaimed financial assets under your name or relatives’ name? According to the Unclaimed Financial Assets Authority (UFAA), Kenya has 54 billion shillings worth of unclaimed assets held by the… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

Court Orders The Liquidation Of Tuskys Supermarket sokodirectory.com/2023/06/court-…

Thread 🧵 The saddest bit about Tuskys is that it fell because of employee theft. They theft in that brand was legendary. Two, sibling rivalry was epic. These two issues contributed to the demise of one of the most iconic brands in Kenya 🇰🇪.

Dear President Ruto, HERE are 10 Reasons Why Over Taxation Of Kenyan Businesses Is Counterproductive To The Economy sokodirectory.com/2023/03/10-rea…

Thread 🧵 Over-taxation is counterproductive to an economy because it reduces consumer demand, discourages entrepreneurship and innovation, leads to inflation, increases tax evasion and avoidance, reduces foreign investment, results in reduced savings, and can lead to political… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

Dear Kenyans, The Quality Of Leadership We Have Is Directly Proportional To The Quality Of Lives We Lead sokodirectory.com/2023/03/dear-k…

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A good leader will prioritize policies and initiatives that promote sustainable economic growth, create job opportunities for citizens,… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… It is crucial for Kenyans to understand that the quality of leadership they choose directly impacts their lives in every way, including their economic growth, job creation, and overall welfare: sokodirectory.com/2023/03/dear-k…

From Nation Media Group to Capital FM to Kiss TV to Standard Group to K24 to RMS, the media industry is really going through it. Kiss TV 📺 has announced its shutting down after 14 years. What is really happening to the media sector in Kenya 🇰🇪? Here are my thoughts

Thread 🧵 1/5 There are several factors that contribute to the turmoil & difficulties facing the media industry in Kenya:
Economic challenges: The media industry is facing economic challenges due to declining advertising revenues, high operating costs 8competition from new media platforms

Kenya 🇰🇪 hates its young people. It’s very clear from the lies of the GOK, to the frustrations in the labour market. The youth feel frustrated and alone. Here are 10 things that are a big RISK to the young ones in Kenya 🇰🇪.

Thread 🧵 1/10 Poverty: A significant number of young people in Kenya live in poverty, which can limit their access to education, healthcare, and other basic needs.

There was a reason why The President killed the ministry of devolution. It is something we should have complained but we kept silent and said hustler!

Thread 🧵 County governments struggling to pay salaries, suppliers and provide services as they have not received any funds from Treasury since November 2022.

The Treasury owes counties Sh122 billion.

The delay has forced some counties to take bank overdrafts to keep running.

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The internet is a very good place and it can be used for good or bad. For me, it has shaped my social networks and helped me to learn, unlearn and relearn News ways of life. Here are some online platforms to help you be a better version of yourself tomorrow:
#Thread Top 10 Sites for your career building:
1. Linkedin
2. Indeed
3. Naukri
4. Monster
5. JobBait
6. Careercloud
7. Dice
8. CareerBuilder
9. Jibberjobber
10. Glassdoor