Marvin Chege

Nairobi

Digital Journalist and Managing Editor at Freelance

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Articles

Govt Clarifies Reports On Kenyans Gambling Ksh 766 Billion

4 days ago | viraltea.co.ke | Marvin Chege

Business BCLB went on to reveal that taxes related to the gambling sector (gaming and betting, excise duty on stakes and withholding tax on winnings) totalled Ksh22.3 billion in the financial year (FY) 2023/2024. The Betting Control and Licensing Board (BCLB) has addressed reports that Kenyans spent Ksh766 billion on gambling in 2024.
Ruto Pledges Ksh10 Million For Construction Of Pastor's Plaza

4 days ago | viraltea.co.ke | Marvin Chege

National Ruto responded to a request for a State Lodge in the area by announcing that he would personally fund the construction of the plaza. President William Ruto on Sunday, April 20, pledged to donate Ksh10 million for the construction of a pastor's plaza in Narok County, another instance of him making contributions to churches.
DCI Boss Amin Slams Gachagua For Using Media To Spread Assassination Claims

5 days ago | viraltea.co.ke | Marvin Chege

Director of Criminal Investigations (DCI), Mohamed Amin, has accused former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua of dramatising serious security issues. Speaking to journalists on Saturday, April 19, Amin slammed Gachagua for using the media to showcase theatrics regarding serious security concerns. Reacting to Gachagua's recent assassination allegations, Amin urged the former Deputy President to use proper legal procedures and file a formal report at the nearest police station.
Over 50 Goons Storm CS Oparanya's Girlfriend Mary Biketi's Event

5 days ago | viraltea.co.ke | Marvin Chege

Local & Metro Eyewitnesses reported that the assailants, alleged to be from a nearby informal settlement on the outskirts of Kitale town, stormed the venue and aggressively demanded money from Biketi. Mary Biketi, the girlfriend of the current Cooperative Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya, has condemned the chaos that erupted at the Kitale museum when a modelling competition she conceived was abruptly and violently cut short when more than 50 armed youths stormed the venue.
Over 600 CEOs Reveal Sectors That Will Hire More Kenyans In 2025

6 days ago | viraltea.co.ke | Marvin Chege

While others were playing it safe, CBK came through with bold optimism, saying Kenya’s banking, agriculture, and manufacturing industries are set to create more jobs in 2025. Banks largely expect to hire more employees in 2025, supported by continued branch expansion and growth in the business launch of new products, and to replace exiting staff. Non-bank players had mixed expectations about hiring in 2025.
Ruto Suspends Ex-MP Swarup Mishra From Govt Job

6 days ago | viraltea.co.ke | Marvin Chege

National This was announced on Friday, April 18, by State House Spokesperson, Hussein Mohamed, who revealed that the suspension will take effect immediately. President William Ruto has suspended former Kesses Member of Parliament Swarup Mishra as Chairperson of the Board of Directors for the Kenya Biovax Institute Limited. This was announced on Friday, April 18, by State House Spokesperson Hussein Mohamed, who revealed that the suspension will take effect immediately.
Survivor of Chopper Crash That Killed Former CDF Ogolla Speaks On Aftermath

6 days ago | viraltea.co.ke | Marvin Chege

Mogire got people talking online after he was seen with President William Ruto at the unveiling of a plaque at Lanet Regional Hospital, located within the Kenya Military Academy in Nakuru County. Wearing a sharp, tight-fitting suit, Mogire was spotted snapping photos of President Ruto during what looked like a regular workday. But the photo stirred debate online, with some Kenyans questioning why he was so close to the president.
LIST: 14 Journalists Reshuffled In Fresh Nation Media Group Changes

1 week ago | viraltea.co.ke | Marvin Chege

Media These developments follow the regional media company’s reported net loss of Ksh254.4 million for the financial year ending December 31, 2024 — a deeper loss compared to the Ksh205.7 million recorded the previous year. The Nation Media Group (NMG) has announced sweeping changes affecting its structure, as it continues to give more attention to its digital content in line with a modern news ecosystem.
How New Law Signed By Ruto Will Reduce Electricity Prices

1 week ago | viraltea.co.ke | Marvin Chege

Business The Bill amends the Excise Duty Act, CAP 472, to remove the 25 percent duty on imported fully assembled electric transformers and their parts. President William Ruto assented to the Excise Duty (Amendment) Bill, 2025 on Thursday, April 17, which sets the stage for the reduction in terms of the cost of electricity.
Conditions Super Metro Met Before Resuming All Operations

1 week ago | viraltea.co.ke | Marvin Chege

Local & Metro The bus company stated that over the past three days, its team has been working diligently to comply with all issued directives Popular Nairobi matatu Savings and Credit Cooperative Organisation (SACCO) Super Metro has announced the resumption of all matatu operations, with immediate effect.