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Isaac: Meet Kenyan Gen Z running biggest farming company in Botswana

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Isaac: Meet Kenyan Gen Z running biggest farming company in Botswana

Isaac Kasonde is a young Kenyan who runs one of the biggest agricultural and farming company in Gaborone in Botswana.

On the 10-hectares farm which operates under the name Wealthpac, Kasonde practices crop, livestock and poultry farming.

His agripreneural journey began after completing his high school studies in 2018. According to him joining higher learning institutions was not on his priority list.

He wanted to join his family in business, a decision that was received with full support by his parents.

“Fortunately, I have very loving parents, I told them that I just wanted to join the family business and they told me to look for something to do. I decided to go into farming and they told me put it on paper; I gave them a proposal and they were happy with it,” said Kasonde.

On his farm, he grows various vegetables such as spinach, sukumawiki, chilli and pepper. The vegetables are housed in a well-structured net shade to protect them from the harsh climate in the region.

His main market is supermarkets and grocery stores. He also keeps animals such as cows, and pigs and birds including chicken and ducks.

According to him, any aspiring agripreneurs should first identify what they want, whether its animals or crops before stepping into the business.

The next thing they need to do is to do a research on the selected venture and understand its markets. He added that patience and building networks are also key.

“Farming is not just getting up and making quick cash. You have to have like a 15-20 years plan because providing food for nation is a big task. Its something you have to sit down and plan out,’’ he added.

His family owns another farm in Kenya where they grow maize and other crops. According to him, to acquire land in Botswana, one will part ways with between Sh 11 million and Sh 14 million ($ 80,000 and $100,000) depending on the region.

He has highly benefitted from the government of Botswana which sometimes provides seeds to him and plough his land using tractors. His advice to young people is to trust their selves in everything they do and give it their best.

“Think long term always so that you can get something fruitful. Anything short-term is not going to work,’’ he said.

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The hidden mistakes that make homeownership more expensive

Jane Muia
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The hidden mistakes that make homeownership more expensive

Having a roof over your head is a dream for almost every individual, whether rented or purchased. However, getting that ideal house to buy or rent is not an easy task.

From a high number of conmen lingering in almost every corner with posters and billboards to a lack of knowledge, home buyers ought to be careful to avoid making mistakes that would cost them later.

Here are some common home-buying mistakes to avoid.

Not doing proper research and preparation

As a first-time house buyer, it’s advisable to take time to analyze assets, decipher debts, and get pre-approved for finance before plunging into the house hunt.

It’s also wise to go the extra mile to know the neighborhood. Remember, you are not just buying a house; you are also buying a location.

It’s important to find out about the quality of schools, the crime level, transport, and possibly upcoming zoning issues. Not all parts are the ideal spot to live.

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Not Hiring an Agent

Unless you are well-versed in real estate law and property negotiations, you should never fall into the temptation of footing alone in home ownership.

A professional realtor will help you in many ways, from paperwork to negotiating offers and conditions and finding the best lawyer or other professional you may need.

They will shortlist properties for you based on your wish list. They typically know every house on the real estate market, and it’s their job to find the one that fits your needs and budget.

If you’re buying a home without a realtor, then you’ll have to sift through all the available options yourself.

Not Understanding the Full Cost of Home Ownership

When living in a rented house, the landlord cushions you from monthly expenses such as insurance, sewer bills, garbage bills, and maintenance, among other expenses. These are some of the expenses you will be responsible for as a homeowner.

Going Beyond Your Budget

Sometimes home buyers spend beyond their budget because the property looks much more appealing. This is, however, a mistake that should be avoided.

What you need to do to buy or build your house cheaply in Kenya

When a lender provides a pre-approval or pre-qualification letter, they typically include the maximum amount they will lend you. This, however, does not mean you spend the whole amount.

Spending more than you can sensibly afford leaves, you exposed to potential financial shocks, including rises in interest rates.

Choosing the wrong mortgage

All mortgages are not the same, and it’s advisable to study various mortgages before making a decision, as this can save you hundreds or thousands of shillings.

Although it is not required, most home shoppers end up getting a loan through the lender who pre-approved them. So it is a good idea to do your research with lenders early, at the pre-approval stage.

Migori woman wins life-changing 80 Million on SportPesa Aviator from 200 bob stake

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Migori woman wins life-changing 80 Million on SportPesa Aviator from 200 bob stake

The SportPesa Aviator game continues to transform lives, and once again, SportPesa Kenya has witnessed a remarkable story that has left the betting world in awe.

Almost every week, SportPesa is cashing out six-figure winners, but this time, the new year delivered a truly record-breaking moment.

Florence Kerubo, a soft-spoken businesswoman from Migori County, etched her name into SportPesa history after winning Ksh80,000,000 from a modest stake of just Ksh200 on the Aviator game. 

The win stands as one of the biggest Aviator payouts recorded in Kenya, further cementing SportPesa’sreputation as the leading gaming platform in the country.

Out of Migori to the entire country

During a visit to Florence for the unveiling in Migori, she struggled to hide her excitement, even as she tried to remain composed.

“I am excited about this win, but I feel like it is something normal to me. I really thank God. This is not the first time I’m winning.

I have previously won Ksh. 70,000, Ksh. 64,000, and even Ksh. 300,000, which was my biggest win before this,” she said.

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The win also came in very handy for Florence, as it immediately stepped in to sort out her stalled construction project.

As a lover and supporter of football within the community, the visit saw her plan a 4-teams SportPesa Aviator football exhibition match.

With part of the win, she was able to gift the 2 ladies’ and 2 men’s teams a full kit and awarded Ksh. 50,000 to the winning teams.

The moment the plane took off

It is not every day that a Ksh. 200 bet turns into Ksh. 80 million, but that is exactly how Florence’s Aviator story unfolded.

After placing her small stake, she watched closely as the plane soared higher and the multiplier kept rising. Trusting her instincts proved crucial.

“At one point, the amount had accumulated to more than Ksh. 120 million. But this is what I usually do, I’m not always in a rush to withdraw. Once the money accumulates, I play once more. When I did that this time, it dropped back to Ksh. 80 million.

That’s when I decided to cash out and stop,” Florence explained. That single decision turned a simple bet into a life-changing fortune.

Why SportPesa Aviator continues to create millionaires

SportPesa Aviator winners are often defined by their appetite for risk, quick decision-making, and hunger for big wins.

SportPesa provides an online betting platform where players can enjoy the game with stakes as low as 1 shilling, while offering potential wins of up to Ksh. 6,000,000 per bet, which can accumulate into tens of millions, as seen in Florence’s case.

Conclusion

Her incredible win further solidifies SportPesa’s status as the home of Aviator, boasting some of the highest multipliers in the market.

As the question lingers in the air, could you be the next SportPesa Aviator winner today? One clear thing is that on SportPesa Kenya, even the smallest bet can take flight and change life forever.

Sportpesa is licensed and regulated by the Betting Control and Licensing Board under License number BK 0001193. Betting is open only to persons over the age of 18 years.

Full list of 66 global organizations United States has withdrawn from

Patricia Akinyi
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Full list of 66 global organizations United States has withdrawn from

The United States of America under the administration of President Donald Trump has withdrawn from tens of global organizations. These organizations include 31 that are directly related with the United Nations and 36 that are not directly related with the United Nations.

According to a statement from White House, the United States has exit from these organizations because they no longer serve the interests of the country.

“These withdrawals will end American taxpayer funding and involvement in entities that advance globalist agendas over US priorities,” the statement said.

In a list that has been provided by the White House, the global organizations from which the United States has withdrawn from are as follows:

(a)  Non-United Nations Organizations:

(i)       24/7 Carbon-Free Energy Compact;

(ii)      Colombo Plan Council;

(iii)     Commission for Environmental Cooperation;

(iv)      Education Cannot Wait;

(v)       European Centre of Excellence for Countering

Hybrid Threats;

(vi)      Forum of European National Highway Research Laboratories;

(vii)     Freedom Online Coalition;

(viii)    Global Community Engagement and Resilience Fund;

(ix)      Global Counterterrorism Forum;

(x)       Global Forum on Cyber Expertise;

(xi)      Global Forum on Migration and Development;

(xii)     Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research;

(xiii)    Intergovernmental Forum on Mining, Minerals, Metals, and Sustainable Development;

(xiv)     Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change;

(xv)      Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services;

(xvi)     International Centre for the Study of the Preservation and Restoration of Cultural Property;

(xvii)    International Cotton Advisory Committee;

(xviii)   International Development Law Organization;

(xix)     International Energy Forum;

(xx)      International Federation of Arts Councils and Culture Agencies;

(xxi)     International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance;

(xxii)    International Institute for Justice and the Rule of Law;

(xxiii)   International Lead and Zinc Study Group;

(xxiv)    International Renewable Energy Agency;

(xxv)     International Solar Alliance;

(xxvi)    International Tropical Timber Organization;

(xxvii)   International Union for Conservation of Nature;

(xxviii)  Pan American Institute of Geography and History;

(xxix)    Partnership for Atlantic Cooperation;

(xxx)     Regional Cooperation Agreement on Combatting Piracy and Armed Robbery against Ships in Asia;

(xxxi)    Regional Cooperation Council;

(xxxii)   Renewable Energy Policy Network for the 21st Century;

(xxxiii)  Science and Technology Center in Ukraine;

(xxxiv)   Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme; and

(xxxv)    Venice Commission of the Council of Europe.

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(b)  United Nations (UN) Organizations:

(i)       Department of Economic and Social Affairs;

(ii)      UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) — Economic Commission for Africa;

(iii)     ECOSOC — Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean;

(iv)      ECOSOC — Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific;

(v)       ECOSOC — Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia;

(vi)      International Law Commission;

(vii)     International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals;

(viii)    International Trade Centre;

(ix)      Office of the Special Adviser on Africa;

(x)       Office of the Special Representative of the Secretary General for Children in Armed Conflict;

(xi)      Office of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Sexual Violence in Conflict;

(xii)     Office of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Violence Against Children;

(xiii)    Peacebuilding Commission;

(xiv)     Peacebuilding Fund;

(xv)      Permanent Forum on People of African Descent;

(xvi)     UN Alliance of Civilizations;

(xvii)    UN Collaborative Programme on Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation in Developing Countries;

(xviii)   UN Conference on Trade and Development;

(xix)     UN Democracy Fund;

(xx)      UN Energy;

(xxi)     UN Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women;

(xxii)    UN Framework Convention on Climate Change;

(xxiii)   UN Human Settlements Programme;

(xxiv)    UN Institute for Training and Research;

(xxv)     UN Oceans;

(xxvi)    UN Population Fund;

(xxvii)   UN Register of Conventional Arms;

(xxviii)  UN System Chief Executives Board for Coordination;

(xxix)    UN System Staff College;

(xxx)     UN Water; and

(xxxi)    UN University.

It is however expected that withdrawal from some of these organizations such as the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change may take years to be completed.

Kenya Airways stops Nairobi-Eldoret flights 21 months after making return

Bethuel Kipsang
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Kenya Airways stops Nairobi-Eldoret flights 21 months after making return

Kenya Airways has stopped offering Nairobi-Eldoret flights. This is nearly two years after the national carrier resumed the route.  The airline last operated the route in late December 2025. This placed the duration of the time that the airline operated the route at 21 months.

When you try to book a flight from the Nairobi (Jomo Kenyatta International Airport) to Eldoret (Eldoret International Airport) through the official Kenya Airways booking site, the airline states that it is not able to recommend flights to Eldoret.

This is usually the message that is usually displayed on the KQ booking portal when the airline stops flying a specific route.

According to sources who spoke with the media, the national carrier has opted to drop the route, leaving its low-budget subsidiary Jambojet to operate Nairobi-Eldoret flights.

“Kenya Airways continues to ser the route through Jambojet which is wholly owned by KQ, supporting network optimization while maintaining connectivity,” the source told local business newspaper, Business Daily.

The exit of Kenya Airways has now left the route to two airlines, Jambojet and Skyward. KQ had resumed the flights to Eldoret on Monday, March 25, 2024. The flights cost around Sh8,700 for a one way ticket while return flights cost around Sh15,000.

The airline had resumed with five flights per week that mostly featured its Embraer 190 aircrafts.

“Our renewed focus on the domestic market reaffirms Kenya Airways’ pivotal role in advancing Africa’s economic prosperity. By connecting Eldoret to our extensive network, we aim to stimulate growth and foster lasting socio-economic development in the region,” immediate former chief executive officer Allan Kilavuka had said.

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How rogue KDF soldiers stole crystal meth worth hundreds of millions

Bethuel Kipsang
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How rogue KDF soldiers stole crystal meth worth hundreds of millions

It has now emerged that rogue KDF soldiers may have stolen crystal meth worth hundreds of millions. The crystal meth had been recovered from a vessel that was intercepted in the Indian Ocean in October 2025 by Kenyan soldiers.

Details of the amount of meth stolen and its value are contained in findings of the Anti-Narcotic Police Unit (ANPU) and the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP).

According to these findings, 38.7 kilograms of crystal meth were stolen from the consignment of 1,024 kilograms that were recovered from the vessel. The total consignment was estimated to be worth Sh8.2 billion.

This has placed the value of the stolen drugs to over Sh330 million. Previously, investigations had put the value of the stolen drugs at Sh192 million.

According to the investigators, the soldiers who were assigned to guard the seizure had stolen the drugs before they were formally booked as evidence. Some of the stolen drugs were found hidden at Mtongwe Barracks in Likoni.

Detectives investigating the matter have arrested and charged eight KDF soldiers and two civilians. The charges against the arrested soldiers show the crystal meth stolen as having a combined total value of about Sh330.1 million.

The charged include Juma Mwinyifaki who was charged with trafficking 2,601 grammes worth Sh20.8 million. These drugs are reported to have been found stored in a bush at Mtongwe Barracks in Likoni on November 27, 2025.

Peter Kipng’etich Tonui and Mustafa Salim Johari have been charged with conspiracy to traffic 6,194 grammes of meth valued at Sh49.5 million at Majengo Mapya in Mvita on November 25, 2025. The two are also facing separate trafficking charges.

Duke Nyamwaya, Dinah Moraa Obwocha and Elijah Mbogo have been charged with conspiracy to traffic 14,321 grammes valued at Sh114.6 million. At the same time, Nyamwaya and Mbogo have been charged with trafficking 5,380 grammes valued at Sh43 million.

Nyamwaya and Moraa have also been separately charged with trafficking 8,941 grammes valued at Sh71.5 million. The drugs in their possession were found hidden at various houses.

James Ekiru and Abdirahman Abdi Kuno have been charged with conspiring to traffic 1,319 grammes valued at Sh10.5 million. Michael Peter Kariuki and Abdulrehman Salad Jara have been charged with conspiracy to move 2,535 grammes of meth valued at Sh20.2 million.

The crystal meth drugs were seized off the Kenyan coast, about 630 kilometres east of Mombasa.

The drugs were seized from a stateless dhow that was dubbed as ‘Igor’. The dhow had a crew of six who were all Iranian nationals. The meth seized by Kenya Navy was packaged in packets that were concealed in black polythene bags.

These packets were then wrapped with a yellow tape labelled that was labeled as ‘100 per cent roasted and grounded Arabica coffee’. This was meant to disguise them as coffee.

This was the third seizure of drugs worth over Sh1 billion, raising questions on whether the Kenyan waters are a transit for illegal habour and, or an entry point for illegal drugs.

For instance, in 2014, Sh1.4 billion heroin was found aboard a ship in the Indian Ocean by the Kenya Navy. These drugs were found on the deck of the vessel AMIN DARYA also known as MV Al Noor.

Six Pakistani nationals and 1 Iranian national were arrested and sentenced to life in prison by a Magistrate’s Court.  However, they filed an appeal at the High Court and were set free by Justice Wendy Micheni over what was termed as procedural shortcomings.

In 2006, 1.1 tonnes of cocaine valued at an estimated Sh6 billion was seized by the police in Nairobi and Malindi in 2006.

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Meru teacher who worked as part-time security guard finally gets hired by TSC

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Meru teacher who worked as part-time security guard finally gets hired by TSC

Fabian Kiria, a Meru-based teacher and a former security guard, is celebrating a new milestone after successfully securing employment from the Teachers Service Commission (TSC).

His rise to the current role is a testament to resilience and determination, given the hardships he encountered in the quest for success.

In a post on his Facebook page, Kiria shared how he faced hardships growing up, which affected his studies. The situation worsened after joining secondary school, forcing the then form two boy to drop out of school.

He resorted to menial jobs, including working as a Shamba boy earning a Sh1,000 salary. In 2009, he landed a job as a night guard, a role that helped him to further his studies.

Kiria took the bold decision to further his studies in 2014 when he enrolled in an adult school. He would work as guard at night and student during the day.

In 2016, he sat his Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) exam and a year later proceeded to Meru University to pursue a Bachelor of Education Science specializing in Chemistry.

He graduated in 2022 with a Second-Class Upper Division. He landed his first teaching job at St Pius Seminary, Nkubu, Meru County, as a Chemistry and biology teacher.

Despite landing the job, he continued with his night guard job. According to a past interview with Nation, Kiria revealed he took the two jobs to help him clear school fees debts.

“Since I did not have enough money to pay all my school fees at once, when I completed, my fees arrears and other bills accumulated to about Sh500,000; So I decided to keep both jobs,” he said.

Throughout his teaching career, Kiria’s dream was one; a stable teaching job. This dream came true in January 2026 after TSC absorbed him and deployed him teach Chemistry and biology at Gikurune Boys Senior School, Igoji, Meru County.

“My dream is to teach and transform the students I have. Not the ones I would like to have,” he stated.

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Co-op Bank leads 11 Kenyan firms named among fastest growing in Africa

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Co-op Bank leads 11 Kenyan firms named among fastest growing in Africa

Co-operative Bank, M-Kopa, Quickmart Supermarket and KCB Bank are among 11 Kenyan firms placed on the Financial Times’ Africa’s Fastest-Growing companies.

Others are agricultural producer Victory Farms, manufacturing firm Roam Electric, hospitality group Serena Hotels, and IT companies Impax Business Solutions and Pan African IX Data.

The 2025 list underlines the country’s continued strength as one of the continent’s key business and innovation hubs.

The annual ranking, compiled by the Financial Times in partnership with research firm Statista, tracks companies based on compound annual revenue growth between 2020 and 2023.

Co-op Bank announced its first-ever interim dividend on record of Sh1.00 per share, following a 12.3 per cent increase in 2025’s nine-month profit to Sh21.6 billion after tax.

The dividend declaration accompanied another strong performance for the lender, continuing a decade-long growth trend that has seen profits surge by 150 per cent since 2015, when the bank recorded just Sh8.62 billion in earnings.

Net interest income jumped 22.8 per cent to Sh45.3 billion, forming the bulk of the Sh67.4 billion total operating income.

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The 2025 edition features 130 companies from across Africa. South Africa and Nigeria dominate the list, accounting for more than half of the ranked firms, reflecting the advantage of larger domestic markets.

Besides Co-op Bank, KCB Bank Group, on the other hand, has maintained its dominance as the biggest lender in East and Central Africa in terms of asset value, hitting Sh2.04 trillion in Q3, 2025.

QuickMart Supermarket, established in 2006 with its first branch in Nakuru, has since grown to 60 branches across 16 counties in Kenya, directly employing at least 5,000 people.

M-Kopa continues to expand by offering asset financing to low-income households, with its growth highlighting how firms with strong local models can still achieve scale without operating in many countries.

Although the ranking was dominated by companies from South Africa and Nigeria, accounting for at least 60 per cent, Kenya’s presence stands out among smaller economies.

With 11 companies included, the country ranks alongside Mauritius and Morocco as one of the strongest contributors outside Africa’s two largest economies.

According to the ranking, Kenyan firms cut across several sectors, showing that growth is not limited to technology alone.

Even so, fintech and technology-driven businesses remain central to the list across the continent, accounting for nearly 40 per cent of all ranked firms.

“These businesses scale faster because they require less capital than asset-heavy sectors such as manufacturing,” the report reads.

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The ranking also exposes a key challenge facing Kenyan and regional firms. Expanding beyond home markets remains difficult due to fragmented regulations, currency risks and uneven infrastructure across Africa.

Many of the highest-ranked companies operate mainly in their domestic markets rather than across the continent.

The report notes that investors favour scale. In 2024, fintech funding in Africa flowed mainly to Nigeria, Egypt and Kenya.

This reinforces the importance of building solid domestic businesses before pushing into regional or continental expansion.

East Africa remains the most realistic growth corridor for many Kenyan firms. The post-pandemic environment has also made funding tougher.

Other limiting factors include currency depreciation, higher interest rates and rising public debt, which have increased investor caution.

It further shows that investors value scale. However, the FT ranking does not claim to be exhaustive, but it offers a reliable snapshot of where growth is taking place.

USSD codes for banks and Micro Finance Institutions (MFIs) in Kenya

Jane Muia
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USSD codes for banks and Micro Finance Institutions (MFIs) in Kenya

In a country where mobile phones are more widespread than bank branches, USSD codes have become a critical bridge between financial institutions and the public.

Kenyan banks and microfinance institutions deploy these short, dial-based codes to ensure that essential financial services such as money transfers, balance inquiries and loan applications are accessible to millions of customers regardless of smartphone ownership, internet availability, or geographic location.

Through these unique codes, lenders are able to reach diverse customers, including rural communities, informal traders, and low-income households.

Below are the USSD Codes for various banks and microfinance institutions in Kenya.

Bank  –  USSD Code

  1. Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB) – *522#
  2. NCBA Bank – *654#/*488#
  3. Co-operative Bank of Kenya – *667#
  4. Standard Chartered Bank Kenya – *722#
  5. Absa Bank Kenya – *224#
  6. Equity Bank – *247#
  7. Family Bank Limited – *325#
  8. Stanbic Bank – *208#
  9. National Bank of Kenya – *625#
  10. I & M Bank Limited – *458#
  11. Diamond Trust Bank (DTB) – *385#
  12. Ecobank Kenya – *335#
  13. Credit Bank – *699#
  14. Consolidated Bank Ltd – 262#
  15. Gulf African Bank – *399#
  16. Housing Finance Company Ltd (HF) – *231#
  17. UBA Bank Kenya – *368#
  18. Post Office Savings Bank (Postbank) – *498#
  19. Sidian Bank – *527#
  20. Guardian Bank – *356#

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Microfinance / Deposit Taking Microfinance Institutions (DTM)

  1. KWFT DTM (Kenya Women Microfinance) – *378#
  2. SMEP DTM – *741#
  3. Musoni Microfinance Bank – *279#
  4. VisionFund Kenya – *985#
  5. Rafiki DTM – *366#

App-Based Access (No USSD)

  1. ABC Bank – App
  2. Prime Bank – App
  3. Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank) – App

Jacinta Mutwiwa: From 299 marks in KCPE to first class Honours and Phd before 30

Jane Muia
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Jacinta Mutwiwa: From 299 marks in KCPE to first class Honours and Phd before 30

In the list of Kenyan women who earned a PhD at a young age, Jacinta Mukonyo Mutwiwa’s name leads.

Mutwiwa attained the qualification before the age of 30 and her rise to the top is a testament to determination and hope.

Born and raised in Makueni County, Mutwiwa began her education at Uvunye Primary School, scoring 299 marks in the KCPE.

Her performance earned her admission to Kiu Secondary School, a day school in Makueni County, where she sat her Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) exam, emerging best with a B (Plain).

She proceeded to Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST) in 2012, where she pursued a degree in Education with a focus on Mathematics and Business Studies, graduating in 2015 with a First-Class Honours.

The remarkable performance impressed her lecturers who offered to sponsor her Masters degree. In 2016, she joined Kibabii University for Masters in Applied Mathematics and later a PhD from the same institution.

Mutwiwa’s doctoral studies were fully sponsored by the Centre for Epidemiological Modelling and Analysis for Africa (CEMA) fellowship.

Today, she serves a Lecturer in the Department of Mathematics at Kibabii University and the Coordinator of Linkages and International Affairs.

Her previous roles at the institution include part-time diploma instructor (2017-2019), and Graduate Assistant in the Department of Mathematics (2019-2020).

She also serves as the board Chairperson of Uvunye Secondary School and as a board member of St. Andriana Kiongwani Boys High School and St. Peter’s Mumias Boys High School.

In October 2025, Kibabii University announced that Mutwiwa had been named the Best Overall Presenter at the 3rd Busitema University Science, Technology and Innovation Symposium (BUSTIC 2025) held from 14th to 16th October 2025 at the Faculty of Health Sciences in Mbale City, Uganda.

Her presentation, titled “A Mathematical Model for the Dynamics of Stress and Depression among Kenyan University Students,” stood out among many submissions.

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