Ruto had nominated 51 CASs, sparking widespread discontent and concerns over a bloated executive and a ballooning public wage bill, even as the appointments primarily rewarded the President's political allies and supporters in last year's polls.

Mr Dennis Itumbi, who has been nominated by President William Ruto for the position of Cabinet Administrative Secretary (CAS) in the Ministry of ICT and Digital Economy, disclosed the hackers could be related to digital currency.

Ruto's picks were confirmed on Thursday, March 16. Former Narok Governor Samuel Tunai and former Nairobi Governor Evans Kidero were both nominated, in the Ministry of Interior and Ministry of Trade and Investments respectively.

The High Court has ruled that the office of Chief Administrative Secretary (CAS), which forms part of the Government of Kenya's Cabinet, was established in contravention of the constitution and law. The ruling by High Court Judge Anthony Mrima deals a heavy blow to President Uhuru Kenyatta's administration and political structure crafted largely to reward his loyalists who had lost in the 2017 general elections. In the verdict delivered on a case a case filed by activist Okiya Omtata, Mrima decreed that the positions were unconstitutional for lack of public participation and inclusion of, among other agencies, the Salaries and Remuneration Commission.

South African 800m olympic champion, Caster Semenya faces the risk of not competing in the International Association of Athletics Federation (IAAF) 2019 events as the federation is planning to restrict the testosterone levels for athletes with differences of sexual development (DSD). The delay means DSD...