Author: Abdirahman Khalif

Kamukunji's Kiambiu residents flock to free mobile ID registration ahead of voter listing Sep 11, 2025

By 7:00 am, long queues—mostly of young people—had already formed at the registration point. Officials assured residents that the service was free, wi...

Nairobi Chief Officer Geoffrey Mosiria leads crackdown on illegal dumping, hawkers in Eastleigh Sep 10, 2025

Mosiria supervised the removal of garbage that had been clogging the drainage channels. The sewer line along Athumani Kipanga had been blocked for wee...

Eastleigh South residents welcome construction of long-awaited Mvuma Nyuki road Sep 09, 2025

For years, residents and businesses along this stretch have complained about poor road conditions, which have disrupted movement and caused environmen...

Eastleigh traders accuse City Hall of inaction as unlicensed hawkers flood streets despite ban Sep 08, 2025

The hawkers, selling a variety of goods, could be seen blocking parts of Mohamed Yusuf Haji Avenue and even obstructing entrances to several malls, di...

Eastleigh mall owners protest return of hawkers, call for county action Sep 06, 2025

Eastleigh has long grappled with the challenge of unregulated hawkers who often set up stalls outside major malls, blocking both entrances and nearby...

Relief for Eastleigh residents as construction begins on Seventh Street after years of neglect Sep 04, 2025

With construction now underway, residents and business operators along Seventh Street are hopeful that the long years of struggle are coming to an end...

Senator Ali Roba raises further alarm over presence of Jubaland Forces in Mandera Sep 03, 2025

The senator further claimed that Jubaland forces have consolidated their strength within Mandera town on Kenyan soil and are gradually taking over the...

Eastleigh’s General Wariungi Street lights up after years in darkness Sep 02, 2025

The prolonged darkness had made the stretch unsafe and unattractive. Street families turned the road reserves into makeshift homes, sleeping along the...

Mandera residents protest presence of Jubaland forces in the county Sep 02, 2025

Farmers in the area reported that they have been restricted from accessing their farms beyond 4 pm, which has affected their ability to work and provi...

Somalia adds Northeastern State to federal map despite Somaliland objections Sep 01, 2025

The announcement follows a year-long process that began when local leaders set up the SSC-Khaatumo transitional administration after Somaliland troops...

Egyptian military delegation in Mogadishu as Cairo prepares troop deployment to Somalia Aug 31, 2025

The visit follows the completion of specialised training by the Egyptian contingent, designed to prepare them for operations in Somalia.

Somali President Hassan Sheikh hosts UAE minister for talks on security, development Aug 28, 2025

The statement added that both leaders emphasised the importance of further deepening the longstanding partnership between Somalia and the United Arab...

Somalia’s Auditor-General accuses top courts of blocking $1 million financial audit Aug 27, 2025

Speaking at a press conference in Mogadishu on Tuesday, Issa revealed that the Supreme Court, the Benadir Regional Court, and the Benadir Regional App...

Somalia welcomes first Egyptian troops for new AU mission Aug 26, 2025

Somalia’s Ministry of Defence emphasised that the involvement of multiple troop-contributing countries demonstrates the shared commitment across the c...

Mud from Eastleigh's Second Avenue extension spreads to General Wariungi Street, disrupting movement and businesses Aug 25, 2025

The section has now become muddy and waterlogged whenever it rains, leaving both pedestrians and vehicles with limited space to move.

Property worth millions destroyed as fire razes shops at Yare Business Park in Eastleigh Aug 23, 2025

While some shopkeepers suffered heavy losses, the majority managed to remove their goods before the flames spread. However, they now face the challeng...

MP Yusuf Hassan pledges to protect public land as intruders break into Maina Wanjigi in attempt to grab land Aug 22, 2025

Yusuf also said that he would escalate the matter to relevant government agencies, including the Ministry of Education and the Ethics and Anti-Corrupt...

23 Somali nationals killed after two boats capsized off Italian coast Aug 21, 2025

Somalia’s ambassador to Italy, Ibrahim Omar Shegow, said that the incident highlights the risks Somalis face when they attempt irregular sea journeys...

Quba Islamic Centre in Garissa shut over leadership wrangles, clan clashes Aug 20, 2025

Efforts by elders, security officials, and political leaders to mediate between the rival factions have so far failed, with each side refusing to comp...

US offers Sh1.3 billion reward for information on ISIS-Somalia financial networks Aug 20, 2025

The State Department said the initiative is part of efforts to weaken the global network of the militant group by targeting its financial base.

Somali Forces kill over 100 Al-Shabaab fighters in Lower Shabelle region Aug 19, 2025

The attacks were conducted using precision airstrikes, followed by a ground advance from Danab units to secure control and confirm the impact.

Traders close shops in Kampala as protest against taxman, foreign competition intensifies Aug 19, 2025

Police moved in to disperse the gatherings and arrested several traders accused of mobilising others to close their shops and participate in the prote...

‘We are tired’: Eastleigh residents decry bad state of neglected roads amid heavy rains Aug 18, 2025

The flooding has disrupted movement for both pedestrians and vehicles. Cars often get stuck or are forced to slow down to navigate through the water,...

Somalia launches Danabeysan digital signature system to streamline government payments Aug 17, 2025

Experts noted that the system will streamline workflows by reducing duplication, directly linking authorisation to record-keeping, and strengthening i...

Garbage dumping returns to Eastleigh road reserves as residents blame lax enforcement Aug 14, 2025

The renewed problem comes despite previous efforts by Nairobi County’s anti-dumping unit, supported by local well-wishers, which had significantly red...

Residents of Eastleigh’s Seventh Street demand urgent road repairs Aug 13, 2025

Seventh Street, which links Second Avenue to Third Avenue, remains in poor condition. Its neighbouring streets, including Sixth Street and Eighth Stre...

Senator Ali Roba urges urgent action to protect Mandera from Somalia border clashes Aug 12, 2025

While emphasising Kenya’s respect for the sovereignty of neighbouring states, Senator Roba warned that external conflicts must not be allowed to endan...

Somalia, US hold talks on expanded cooperation on border security, immigration Aug 11, 2025

The discussions brought together Mustafa Sheekh Ali Duhulow, Director General of the Somali Immigration and Citizenship Authority, U.S. Ambassador to...

175 Kamukunji youth receive business equipment from President Ruto to boost employment and income Aug 11, 2025

The equipment included water tanks, salon and barbershop kits, wood-cutting machines, fully equipped posho mills, public address systems, and catering...

Somalia, UN Support Office strengthen security partnership to boost fight against Al-Shabaab Aug 11, 2025

Under the agreement, UNSOS will provide non-lethal equipment, transport assistance, medical support, and specialised training to help the army secure...

Pastoralist group slams Gachagua over claims on Ruto's vetting policy Aug 10, 2025

The association said the claims were unfounded and risked reviving a history of ethnic profiling and exclusion that Somali Kenyans and pastoralist com...

Eastleigh traders decry soaring taxes during meeting with KRA officials Aug 07, 2025

Traders said delays in offloading and clearance of consignments have worsened, resulting in higher storage fees and increased costs for final consumer...

KeNHA revises Isiolo-Mandera road project, adds new features to enhance cross-border links Aug 06, 2025

The road, once complete, is expected to play a major role in connecting remote parts of Northern Kenya to national and regional markets.

MP Adan Keynan seeks release of Kenyan teacher detained in Somalia Aug 06, 2025

The teacher, identified as Hassan Osman Qassim, originally from Wajir County, has now spent over two months in detention in Laascaanood without any fo...

Sludge dumping by Nairobi's Green Army sparks health, safety concerns along Eastleigh's General Wariungi Street Aug 05, 2025

The sludge has blocked a large section of the road, making it difficult for vehicles and motorcycles to pass.

One dead as massive fire guts Mogadishu’s second-largest market Suuq Bacaad Aug 05, 2025

The fire, which began at approximately 6:00 pm in the Yaaqshid District, continued for several hours and was only fully contained by nightfall.

‘No food, no charges’: Family demands release of Kenyan teacher held in Las'aanod, Somalia Aug 04, 2025

The teacher, Hassan Osman Mohamed Qasim, is being held under the administration of the newly formed North Eastern State of Somalia, formerly known as...

Mandera–Bula Hawa border reopens as hundreds return home after Somalia clashes Aug 03, 2025

At the Kenyan border checkpoint, police officers inspected the luggage and personal effects of returnees, checking what each individual was carrying b...

Eastleigh residents urged to register for SHA during opening of Globcare Hospital Jul 30, 2025

Globcare Hospital is expected to offer a wide range of medical services, including a surgical theatre, CT scan, DEXA scan, maternity care, X-ray, dial...

Professor Mohamed Karama to be buried in Nairobi following his passing on Wednesday Jul 30, 2025

He most recently served as the Acting Vice-Chancellor of Umma University, where he guided the institution through a phase of academic and administrati...

Pangani residents protest over Mueni Road neglect, demand immediate government action Jul 29, 2025

Joined by boda boda riders and other road users, demonstrators temporarily blocked a section of the road, demanding urgent intervention from the gover...

Somalia relaunches national carrier after 34-year hiatus with Airbus A320 deal Jul 29, 2025

The announcement came on Monday in Mogadishu, where the government confirmed the purchase of two Airbus A320 aircraft from Lema Air Group.

Rehabilitation of Eastleigh’s Athumani Kipanga Street begins amid mixed reactions from traders and residents Jul 28, 2025

The road, which has remained in poor condition for several years, is home to over 20 shopping malls, including the well-known gold market, and serves...

Four civilians in Mandera injured by stray bullets from Somalia Jul 27, 2025

The incident occurred during a gunfight between Somalia National Army (SNA) troops and Jubbaland Special Forces, which took place near the Kenya–Somal...

Eastleigh business leaders decry increased import duties during meeting with Trade PS Jul 24, 2025

Business owners reported that the cost of importing goods such as clothes, shoes, curtains, carpets, aluminium products, and furniture has risen sharp...

Residents demand action as borehole drilling company renders Yusuf Haji Avenue impassable Jul 24, 2025

Residents and traders are calling for urgent intervention to clean the road and hold the company accountable for repeated negligence.

Somalia, Switzerland sign immigration reform deal to boost border security, global mobility Jul 23, 2025

The partnership is designed to support Somalia in overhauling its immigration framework through infrastructure development, capacity building, and eff...

Tarmacking of 18th Street in Eastleigh South begins, completion expected next week Jul 23, 2025

Eighteenth Street is a vital route in the area and is surrounded by several important community amenities.

Ethiopian intelligence service agents among 14 charged in $135 million massive bank fraud Jul 22, 2025

Thirteen of the 14 suspects are currently in detention as court proceedings continue, while authorities are still searching for the one who remains at...

Somali opposition warns of political crisis amid failed talks with President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud Jul 22, 2025

Talks between the president and opposition groups have been part of broader efforts to address disagreements over constitutional reforms, the future o...

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