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How The Government of Kenya is Spying on Your Phone: An Urgent Exposé of State Surveillance

During the recent Gen Z-led protests that shook William Ruto personally and his administration to its very core, many Kenyans found themselves asking a chilling question: How did the police track them down so easily, even in the supposed safety of their homes? Scores of activists and protesters were abducted, many never to be seen again. Suspicion quickly fell on Safaricom and Kenya Power, accused of handing over personal information to a rogue state. But the truth may be even more disturbing—and far simpler than most would imagine... In a revelation that will shock every Kenyan, your private communications—phone calls, texts, and even your physical location—is being monitored without your knowledge. The Kenyan government has been accused of engaging in widespread surveillance of its citizens, using sophisticated tools provided by Israeli cyber-espionage firm Circles. This disturbing information was uncovered in a damning report by Citizen Lab, a digital rights watchdog based at the Un

Breaking News: Government of Kenya Delays School Reopening to May 6 Due to Severe Flooding in a Midnight Announcement

In a (very!) late night communication, the Government of Kenya has announced the postponement of the reopening of primary and secondary schools across the country by one week, citing the ongoing devastating floods. The decision comes amidst reports of over 70 fatalities and more than 130,000 individuals displaced since mid-March due to relentless flooding.

In a statement issued to news outlets at 1.20 am on the material day, Monday 29 April, Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu explained that the Ministry of Education, in collaboration with other relevant government agencies, assessed the readiness of schools for the commencement of the second term on April 29, 2024. The assessment revealed that numerous schools in various regions have been severely impacted by the heavy rains, posing significant risks to the safety of students and staff.

Consequently, Machogu announced that the reopening of all primary and secondary schools will be postponed to Monday, May 6, 2024, to allow time for necessary safety measures to be implemented. The Ministry of Education pledges to work closely with relevant agencies and stakeholders to address the challenges posed by the floods and provide regular updates on the situation.

While this decision offers relief to concerned parents who had advocated for the postponement of school reopening due to the adverse weather conditions, it's important to note that some schools will still resume classes as scheduled, excluding those directly affected by the flooding.


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