Author: Amina Wako

Wajir MCA Yussuf Hussein confirms he was detained with activist Bob Njagi and others Mar 10, 2025

Family source said the MCA was held in a torture room next to where activist Bob Njagi, Jamil Longton and his brother Nadhif Longton were being held.

DR Congo offers Sh645 million bounty for arrest of three M23 rebel leaders Mar 09, 2025

The likelihood of their arrest remains uncertain, given the military's struggles against the well-equipped rebels.

Faith-based hospitals give government 14 days to settle Sh10 billion debt Mar 08, 2025

The debt includes Sh6.8 billion in arrears owed by the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF), Sh2.2 billion in unpaid Social Health Authority (SHA) cl...

Signed and sealed: Full list of key issues Ruto, Raila agreed to implement in MoU Mar 08, 2025

The signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) took place at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) in Nairobi on Friday, March 7.

Kenyan youth ranked among world's most mentally strong, better than many in Western nations Mar 07, 2025

The study, which analysed more than one million responses from internet-enabled populations in 76 countries, reveals a stark contrast between Africa a...

New Ebola cluster detected in Uganda, Africa CDC says Mar 07, 2025

Uganda is battling the Ebola-Sudan strain, for which there is currently no approved vaccine.

FDLR confirms capture of senior leader, DRC dismisses it as Rwandan propaganda Mar 03, 2025

FDLR spokesperson 'Curé Ngoma' denied any formal alliance between the group and the Congolese military.

Missing Person Alert Feb 27, 2025

She was last seen near 10th Street, where South C Matatus operates. Her phone has been switched off, and her whereabouts remain unknown.

WAFCON 2026: Uganda crash out as Ethiopia pull off stunning comeback Feb 27, 2025

Uganda’s bid to reach the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations came to a painful end after Ethiopia overturned a first-leg deficit to win on penalties i...

Border clashes raise fears of renewed conflict between Ethiopia and Eritrea Feb 25, 2025

After Eritrea gained independence in 1991, the two nations fought a brutal border war between 1998 and 2000, which ended under an Algeria-mediated pea...

Worsening drought leaves millions in Kenya and Somalia at risk of starvation Feb 25, 2025

Compounding the crisis are floods in riverine areas, conflicts in central and southern Somalia, and displacement.

Kenya plans Sh117b Eurobond buyback to ease debt burden Feb 25, 2025

This marks the second time the Treasury has undertaken a Eurobond buyback. The first occurred in February 2024, when the government repurchased a $1.4...

Kenyan man arrested in Texas for allegedly killing his wife Feb 25, 2025

John Gitau Mwangi, 42, was taken into custody by police in Killeen, Texas, after his wife, 37-year-old Esther Gitau, was found dead at their home on F...

Former Manchester United coach Benni McCarthy set to take over as Harambee Stars coach Feb 25, 2025

McCarthy is expected to arrive on Wednesday ahead of his official unveiling on Friday.

Pioneering African filmmaker Souleymane Cissé dies aged 84 Feb 20, 2025

Souleymane Cissé leaves behind a rich cinematic legacy and a challenge for future generations to continue his work in elevating African storytelling o...

Kizza Besigye to remain longer behind bars as Kampala court deliberates case Feb 20, 2025

Concerns over Besigye’s well-being continue to grow, with his supporters calling for immediate medical intervention and his release.

Arsenal defender Tomiyasu undergoes knee surgery Feb 19, 2025

The 26-year-old did not mention an expected return date, though British media reported he would likely be sidelined for the remainder of the season.

Ugandan troops enter eastern DR Congo city of Bunia as militia killings escalate Feb 19, 2025

The deployment follows recent statements by Gen. Kainerugaba, who last week threatened to capture Bunia in response to alleged attacks on the Bahima e...

Ethiopia and Somalia set march date for next round of Ankara Declaration talks Feb 19, 2025

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan compared the Ankara Declaration to the Development Road project, calling it a similarly strategic initiative with...

Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa dismisses call to extend his tenure Feb 18, 2025

His remarks come amid growing calls within Zanu-PF to amend the constitution to allow him to remain in power until 2030.

Ugandan opposition leaders issue 48-hour ultimatum for Besigye’s release Feb 17, 2025

Bobi Wine further intensified fears over Besigye’s health, warning that his condition is deteriorating rapidly.

National Assembly dismisses motion to remove Speaker Moses Wetang’ula Feb 17, 2025

Clerk of the National Assembly Samuel Njoroge confirmed that the Grassroot Oversight Initiative had sought to initiate a motion against Wetang’ula. Ho...

Three police officers arrested in Nairobi CBD after collecting Sh48,000 bribe in two hours Feb 14, 2025

The officers, identified as Corporal Oscar Serem Biwott, Constable Simon Kiplagat Nyunyutik, and Constable Edwin Benedict Mubweka, were caught red-han...

Fuel prices remain unchanged in latest EPRA review Feb 14, 2025

Pump prices for Super Petrol will retail at Sh176.58, Diesel at Sh167.06 and Kerosene at Sh151.39 for the February-March pricing cycle in Nairobi.

Half of Kenyan students prefer studying abroad, report finds Feb 10, 2025

The report recommends that governments, universities, and employers work together to develop strategies that encourage young professionals to stay and...

Kenya seeks Sh3.96 billion in emergency funds to sustain HIV services Feb 10, 2025

Kenya currently relies on approximately 41,500 health workers providing HIV care across all 47 counties, with around 9,500 of them supported by grants...

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