Goodbye To The Old WhatsApp! Here's The New WhatsApp

After many updates from WhatsApp over the recent years like introduction of new emojis to the whatsapp video calling , whatsapp have made another major update. WhatsApp has removed the old status update feature and now people will have to work with no status . The only thing you can see is your display photo and your phone number.

Instead, the new whatsapp has replaced the status update and you will be able to share photos,  videos and even Gif's and no words can be used. That means you won't be able to text. 

There's more to that, the new whatsapp status can only be viewed for 24 hours before it disappears.  The contacts tab has been replaced with a message logo and making it difficult to operate for some.

     

Here's some of the reactions on Twitter . 

                                                                                               

News Making Headlines In Kenya And Around The World On Friday

Today Kenya woke up to the news of Nderitu Gachagua's death. But politics is on as usual. Around the world the news makers and the movers and shakers are at their best yet. Here is a compilation of news around the world that might be of interest to you.

Nyeri Governor Nderitu Gachagua Is Dead

Governor Nderitu Gachagua is dead, Daily Updates can authoritatively report. The governor of Nyeri, who lost the battle with pancreatic cancer, was undergoing treatment at The Royal Marsden Hospital in London. The hospital is a cancer specialist treatment facility. His brother confirmed that the late succumbed at 0215hrs on Friday.

Kenyatta promises Gideon Moi Cabinet slots

Kanu chairman Gideon Moi has struck a deal with President Uhuru Kenyatta who will appoint him to the Cabinet if Kenyatta wins reelection.Uhuru has been anxious that Kanu not side with NASA, which could threaten his reelection.

Shark Tank Reject Raises $209 Million, Fights Crime

If you're a fan of Shark Tank, then you may remember Jamie Siminoff. In September 2013, he pitched his company, then called DoorBot, in hopes of raising $700,000 for his revolutionary video doorbell. However, the sharks were not biting and Siminoff walked away without an investment.

People Under 30 Crushing It in Consumer Tech

Consumer tech innovation in the hands of millennials is yielding thrilling results. Hear about the people who made the cut of the competitive Forbes 30 Under 30 consumer tech list and what hardware and software they're bringing to everyday people.

You May See This Message About Uber's Sexual Harassment Claims If You Delete the App

Uber is telling some users who are deleting their accounts that it is "deeply hurting" after being embroiled in allegations of sexual harassment. The message comes after Susan Fowler, a former Uber engineer, shared a blogpost detailing her alleged experiences of harassment at the firm.

Nyeri Governor Nderitu Gachagua Is Dead

Nderitu Gachagua

Governor Nderitu Gachagua is dead, Daily Updates can authoritatively report. The governor of Nyeri, who lost the battle with pancreatic cancer, was undergoing treatment at The Royal Marsden Hospital in London. The hospital is a cancer specialist treatment facility. His brother confirmed that the late succumbed at 0215hrs on Friday. 

The governor had been in and out of hospital for quite sometime now. He spent four months in India before going back to the same country for medical evaluation. The governor did not attend the burial of the late Lucy Kibaki because of medical reasons. The burial took place in Nyeri County. The family, through his brother, Rigathi Gachagua, had to dispel rumors in 2016 that the governor had died saying he was alive and well.

Nderitu Gachagua

Nderitu Gachagua becomes the first governor in the history of Kenya to die in office. Nyeri is also officially the first county in Kenya to lose a sitting governor. He served as the member of parliament for Mathira Constituency before becoming the governor. The late 64 years old former governor had a degree in Building Economics from the University of Nairobi and practiced quantity survey in various firms before venturing in politics.
May he rest in eternal peace.

News About Africa From Around The World On Wednesday

Here are the stories about Africa that made headlines around the world on this date.

5 Kenyan Celebrities Who Have Refused To Age In 2017

We have watched them over the years. Many of their peers have came and faded leaving them as young as they had found them. They are always wearing a big smile and body shapes to die for. They are the creme de la creme of Kenya's show business scene.

M-Pesa: Kenya's mobile success story turns 10

The majority of the East African country's population is subscribed to a mobile payment service, and the most popular choice is M-Pesa, which celebrates its 10th anniversary in March 2017. M-Pesa -- "pesa" means "money" in Swahili -- has made a dramatic impact over this time.

Zimbabwe's Mugabe turns 93; lauds Trump's nationalist stance

In an interview with state television broadcaster ZBC-TV to mark his 93rd birthday, Zimbabwe President Robert Mugabe praised Trump, saying that he agrees with Trump's isolationist position, while encouraging the world to "give him time." "Well, America for America, America for Americans -- on that we agree," Mugabe said, during the interview, adding "Zimbabwe for Zimbabweans."

Why are there still famines? - BBC News

The United Nations has declared a famine in parts of South Sudan, the first to be announced anywhere in the world in six years. There have also been warnings of famine in north-east Nigeria, Somalia and Yemen. Why are there still famines and what can be done about it?

UN demands action as famine looms in four countries

Almost 1.4 million children suffering from severe malnutrition could die this year from famine in Nigeria, Somalia, South Sudan and Yemen, the UN children's agency said. In Yemen, where war has been raging for nearly two years, 462,000 children are suffering from acute malnutrition, while 450,000 children are severely malnourished in northeast Nigeria.

Bushmeat trade tests Cameroon's Ebola prevention

Ebolowa, Cameroon - The market in Ambam, a colonial town with brick-red cottages and rusty roofs, near the southern borders with Equatorial Guinea and Gabon, is a cluster of booth-sized shops and stalls. Under one stall, a small deer with a slit throat lies next to a porcupine in the mid-January heat.

Tanzania threat to list gay people - BBC News

The threat to publish the names of suspected homosexuals in Tanzania has been defended by the deputy health minister in a fierce row on Twitter. Homosexual acts are illegal in the East African nation and punishable by up to 30 years in jail. Those who advertised homosexual activities online would also be targeted, the politician warned.

Shocking: This Quiz Tells You What Percentage Of Your Brain You Use!

Are you a genius or an idiot? This quiz helps you know how much of your brain you actually use when thinking. The creator of the quiz claims that most humans use less than 10% of the brain! If you can think it you can do it!

Hilarious Memes Today From Kenya

Having a bad morning? Memes can spice up your day in a way you never imagined. Here is a compilation of some very funny pictures.

5 Kenyan Celebrities Who Have Refused To Age In 2017

We have watched them over the years. Many of their peers have came and faded leaving them as young as they had found them. They are always wearing a big smile and body shapes to die for. They are the creme de la creme of Kenya's show business scene. Meet the Kenyan women who have defied all scientific explanations on mortality and continue to slay. No particular order.

•  Julie Gichuru

 

Julie Gichuru

Julie Gichuru is 43 years old. You will be forgiven for thinking she is 30 years old, or even younger. What's more staggering is she is a mother of five children. A happily married woman, she is a media veteran having worked in all the major media houses in Kenya including Capital FM, KTN, NTV and Citizen TV. The founder and chief executive officer of Arimus Media Limited, a production house, is also a lawyer. She deserves to be celebrated.

Julie Gichuru

• Sheila Mwanyigha

 

Sheila Mwanyigha

Her age is as elusive as her aging. Sheila Mwanyigha has managed to keep her age a secret for the longest time. It is a topic in everyone's mouth but no one really knows the truth. The media personality is a beauty who only gets better by the day. Soft spoken and ever bubbly, she is the ultimate definition of Kenyan beauty. A masters holder and jack of all trades, she has evolved with time and managed to resonate with sprouting generations as they come.

Sheila Mwanyigha

Sheila Mwanyigha

Nothing worth having is ever easy. Keep the faith, and keep going!

•  Catherine Kasavuli

 

Catherine Kasavuli

Catherine Kasavuli started her career in the media industry in 1980! She was among the pioneers of the media industry in Kenya. Though retired, her career lasted for more than 30 years. She is still strong as ever.

Catherine Kasavuli

• Esther Passaris

 

Esther Passaris

The social entrepreneur, philanthropist, and politician is 52 years old and has two children. A model in the days of yesterday, her beauty continues to flourish. This lady has learned to walk through the murky waters emerging barely hurt. She has, although, had her fair share of scratches by virtue of being in politics and in the limelight. When she appeared on national television to debate Miguna Miguna on the Nairobi gubernatorial race, Miguna Miguna did not mince his words as he ripped her into pieces with allegations and accusations that no one can verify.

Esther Passaris/FatumasVoice

• Terryanne Chebet

 

Terryanne Chebet

She was fired from Citizen TV. This is not the first media house she had worked in having been at the Kenya Broadcasting Corporation earlier. The proprietor of Keyara Organics is an entrepreneur, a journalist and a corporate MC. Let the pictures of this mother of one speak.

Terryanne Chebet

Terryanne Chebet

Shocking: This Quiz Tells You What Percentage Of Your Brain You Use!

Are you a genius or an idiot? This quiz helps you know how much of your brain you actually use when thinking. The creator of the quiz claims that most humans use less than 10% of the brain!

If you can think it you can do it!

The question is whether you are part of the majority or the few that use more. It goes without saying that the more you use your brain the more you are likely to achieve whatever you set out for. The last time we ran a quiz on how you will make your first billion and the response was crazy. This is for all the sapiosexuals out there. Enjoy!