By MUSYOKA NGUI 

The first step is definitely switching your account to professional status. This upgrade gives you superior tools to acquire followers beyond the 5000 friends cap in an ordinary Facebook account. 

To maintain your interactions with audiences, post original content. By original,  I mean that you should not post someone else's videos or passing them around as yours.  This is because even when they are watched, you will not be paid. 

As you post the videos,  check the upload button.  It scans the posts to ensure they are fresh from capture and/or archives. You will get a confirmation that they are new and you can go ahead and share them. 

Another important control tool is to check your library.  The past uploads are accompanied by their performance indicators.  The views, earnings,  dates of posting, and such. If Facebook flags a video or any other multimedia file uploaded as having been shared by another user, you better follow the rules since the consequences are doing press ups against your page/profile now.

All earnings will be compiled and sent to your registered account once they are due. This can be your bank or PayPal.  The minimum withdrawal is $25. 

As such,  the privacy of your account is paramount lest you lose it to hackers. Save your log in password in a trusted storage away from malicious users. Better yet, activate two factor authentication. This is an extra layer of authorisation a user will be prompted to key in for them to gain access.  It can be a code or a link sent to email or phone number assigned.

Once you start earning,  you gain experience for better yields. It is also a demonstration that you no longer play in local leagues. Welcome to the international earnings club.

By BRIAN MUSYOKA 

The agitated teachers took to the streets, chanting slogans and carrying placards, as they vowed not to return to classrooms until their demands are addressed.

They accused the government of neglecting their plight, saying they have continued to offer essential teaching services despite remaining under internship terms for an extended period.

The educators faulted the Head of State over the issuance of confirmation letters, arguing that such processes fall squarely under the mandate of the Teachers Service Commission (TSC).

According to the teachers, any form of political involvement in recruitment and confirmation undermines the independence of the commission.

They revealed that more than 44,000 JSS teachers across the country are still serving under internship terms, a situation they described as unfair and demoralizing.

In Embu County alone, 709 teachers have remained interns for the past two years without confirmation, despite playing a key role in implementing the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC).

Speaking during the protest, their representative James Kinyua said the delay has caused frustration among teachers who feel undervalued. Kinyua noted that the educators will only resume normal teaching once they receive formal confirmation into permanent and pensionable terms by the TSC.

His sentiments were echoed by Rogers Murimi, the Executive Deputy Secretary of the Embu branch, who criticized the authorities for failing to honor commitments made to the teachers. Murimi added that the uncertainty surrounding their employment status has negatively affected morale and service delivery in schools.

Nancy Nzwili also addressed the gathering, expressing disappointment with the Court of Appeal for overturning a High Court ruling that had declared the internship programme unlawful.

She said the earlier judgment had given teachers hope that their status would soon be regularized, only for those expectations to be dashed.

Hillary Njuki emphasized the need for greater professional autonomy within schools, stating that JSS teachers must be recognized as key players in the CBC framework under the 2-6-3-3-3 system.

The teachers urged the TSC to act swiftly and decisively to resolve the matter, warning that continued inaction will further disrupt learning in Junior Secondary Schools.

Mature Bulls-100,000-130,000

Medium Bulls-52,000-68,000

Young Bulls-40,000-50,000

Mature Females-65,000-77,000

Medium Females-48,000-63,000

Young Females-39,000-45,000

Mature Bucks-25,000-27,500

Medium Bucks-12,000-20,000

Young Bucks-5,000-10,000

Mature Females-8,000-12,000

Medium Females-6,200-7,500

Young Females Females-3,800-5300

Dated:1/5/2026

‎By JOHN MUSEMBI

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Of these, only Kajiado county is likely to get near average rainfall in its Western Sector. "Heavy events possible in a few parts during the first half [of the month]", warns Kenya Meteorological Department in the May 2026 Climate Outlook.

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‎Of note is that the second half of the month will witness cessation of long rains over much of the country including our region. "Depressed rainfall is expected during the second half of the month, signalling the cessation of the long rains over much of the country", the report reads in part.

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‎As of temperature ranges, the South Eastern Lowlands are expected to experience a maximum temperature of between 23°C and 33°C while the minimum temperature will oscillate from 10°C to 22°C.

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By BRIAN MUSYOKA 

The Senator said the proposed Nuts and Oil Crops Development Bill, 2023, currently under review in the Senate, is designed to bring order and fairness to the industry that has long been dominated by brokers and cartels.

Mundigi, who also serves as the Vice Chair of the Senate Standing Committee on Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries, noted that the bill seeks to address systemic challenges that have disadvantaged farmers for years.

He emphasized that one of the key provisions of the bill is to cushion farmers from erratic and often exploitative pricing by introducing minimum guaranteed returns for their produce.

According to the Senator, the legislation will eliminate middlemen who have been buying macadamia at throwaway prices only to sell at significantly higher margins in international markets.

Speaking in Runyenjes Town on Sunday after attending a social function, Mundigi said the government is keen on ensuring farmers reap maximum benefits from their hard work.

He pointed out that the bill also focuses on promoting value addition within the country by encouraging local processing of macadamia instead of exporting raw nuts.

Mundigi explained that processed macadamia products fetch significantly higher prices in global markets, with a kilo going for up to Sh. 800 compared to less than Sh. 100 at the farm gate.

He noted that shifting to value addition will not only increase farmers’ incomes but also create jobs and stimulate local economies within macadamia-growing regions.

The Senator further drew parallels with successful agricultural models in Kenya, saying the sector can learn from value chains established in tea and coffee farming.

“We are advocating for macadamia to adopt the value addition model instituted on products such as tea and coffee to ensure good and sustainable returns to farmers,” he stated.

Mundigi also raised concern over the rising cases of theft of raw macadamia nuts directly from farms, terming it a major setback to farmers’ efforts.

He called on security agencies to intensify surveillance and take firm action against individuals involved in the illegal harvesting and trade of the crop.

The lawmaker reiterated his commitment to championing policies that empower farmers, saying the success of the bill will mark a turning point in restoring dignity and profitability in macadamia farming.