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Beja is the new millionaire in town

Betika Group CEO Mutua Mutava (left) presents a dummy cheque to the Betika Midweek Jackpot winner Zablon Katana in Nairobi on April 16, 2025. [Courtesy]

Zablon Katana Kahindi, popularly known as Beja, is the newest millionaire in town after landing a staggering Sh15 million windfall after staking just Sh15 in the Betika Midweek Jackpot.

Beja, who irons garments at a local apparel factory in Mombasa, hails from Ganze Village in Kilifi County. The soft-spoken winner couldn't hide his joy as he recounted how his life took a dramatic turn on the evening of Friday, April 11, 2025 when he placed his winning bet after a long day at work.

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