Author: Rachael Mutabasi

We are slaughtered, and no one hears us- Gaza journalists testify at Istanbul Tribunal Oct 25, 2025

The four-day public session at Istanbul University marks the culmination of a year-long effort by international jurists, scholars, and civil society f...

Two Cameroon opposition figures arrested as country waits for election results Oct 25, 2025

Cameroon’s electoral body is expected to announce the official results on Monday. In the meantime, opposition supporters have staged protests across s...

Sudan war: Three children dying every day as hunger and diseases devastate besieged El Fasher Oct 25, 2025

According to the United Nations, the city’s 260,000 residents, including 130,000 children, are now relying on “Ambaz,” a type of animal fodder, as the...

EAC deploys 67-member mission to observe Tanzania’s elections Oct 25, 2025

The team includes members of the East African Legislative Assembly (EALA), representatives from National Electoral Commissions, National Human Rights...

Government gazettes transfer of Amboseli National Park management to Kajiado County Oct 25, 2025

The Deed of Transfer sets out the framework for the transition, outlining performance standards, financial arrangements, and human resource provisions...

Madagascar revokes former President Andry Rajoelina’s citizenship Oct 25, 2025

The new government announced on Friday that his citizenship was revoked because he had acquired French nationality in 2014, which contravenes Madagasc...

City Hall to launch crackdown on unauthorised buildings after regularisation deadline, Sakaja says Oct 25, 2025

The Nairobi City County Government will, after the deadline, launch a citywide crackdown to bring thousands of unauthorised structures into compliance...

Second Lady Joyce Kithure calls for tougher action to eliminate lead exposure in Kenya Oct 25, 2025

Dr Kithure, who is also a scientist and senior lecturer at the University of Nairobi, said there is no safe level of lead exposure, urging the governm...

East Africa Law Society warns of eroding rule of law as Kenyan activists, Tanzanian diplomat go missing Oct 25, 2025

EALS demanded immediate disclosure and accountability, urging Uganda to account for Oyoo and Njagi, Tanzania to provide a transparent account of Polep...

CS Kagwe says Kenya imports five billion eggs annually, urges farmers to boost local production Oct 25, 2025

CS Kagwe emphasised that achieving food security depends on research, data, and science-based farming practices.

Banks remit Sh194.81 billion in taxes as KBA calls for review of PAYE to boost purchasing power Oct 25, 2025

While the sector’s share of total tax receipts slightly declined from 8.78 per cent in 2023, it remains a substantial contribution given that it origi...

Tanzania resumes SGR passenger services after Ruvu derailment Oct 24, 2025

The accident occurred shortly after 8:00 am on Thursday, moments after the train departed Magufuli Station in Dar es Salaam and was approaching Ruvu.

Prof Ndurumo, 'father of sign language', named UN Person of the Year Oct 24, 2025

Prof Ndurumo was recognised for his pioneering contributions to disability rights, inclusive education, and his lifelong advocacy for the empowerment...

Ethiopia leads African Union’s drive for continental railway connectivity Oct 24, 2025

Regional economic groups, including ECOWAS, IGAD, and SADC, are also playing a crucial role in advancing Africa’s railway connectivity.

M23 rebels deny looting gold allegedly linked to President Tshisekedi's family at Twangiza Oct 24, 2025

At a press conference in Goma on Thursday, Corneille Nangaa, political coordinator of the Congo River Alliance/M23, said the mine was not operational...

Youth get more time as NYOTA project verification deadline pushed to Saturday Oct 24, 2025

PS Mang'eni praised their enthusiasm and turnout, highlighting the importance of the validation process in ensuring that applicants are genuine reside...

IPOA investigates alleged assault of minor in Narok's Narosura police custody Oct 24, 2025

In a statement, IPOA emphasised that the investigation will be conducted impartially and in accordance with Article 244 of the Constitution, which est...

KMPDU, Kiambu County reach agreement ending five-month doctors’ strike Oct 24, 2025

Under the agreement, the Kiambu County Government will immediately disburse one month of withheld salaries along with October 2025 pay, while the rema...

Motorists to pay Sh8 per kilometre on Rironi–Mau Summit Highway under new plan Oct 24, 2025

The Rironi–Mau Summit project is being developed by a consortium comprising China Road & Bridge Corporation (CRBC) and the National Social Security Fu...

China Road and Bridge Corporation, NSSF endorsed for mega Rironi–Mau Summit Road upgrade Oct 23, 2025

The decision follows the evaluation of feasibility studies for the Nairobi–Nakuru–Mau Summit (A8) and Nairobi–Maai Mahiu (A8 South) road projects.

Kenya Medical Association calls for action as Kiambu doctors’ strike hits 150-day mark Oct 23, 2025

KMA emphasised that the protracted strike constitutes a violation of residents’ constitutional right to the highest attainable standard of health, as...

Heavy rains, gusty winds expected across Kenya Oct 23, 2025

Those living in landslide-prone areas, particularly along the slopes of the Aberdare ranges, Mount Kenya, and other hilly western regions, are urged t...

Kisumu mother of five beats deadly oesophageal cancer in historic Jaramogi Hospital surgery Oct 23, 2025

For the first time in western Kenya, life-saving cardiothoracic surgery gives hope to patients who once had to travel far for treatment.

‘The weight is over’: KNH doctors remove 20kg of tissue from teen with rare breast condition Oct 22, 2025

The removed tissue accounted for 37 per cent of her total body weight, leaving her unable to walk comfortably, attend school, or live a normal life.

KNCHR threatens legal action amid outrage after social media trend ridicules Raila Odinga Junior Oct 22, 2025

In recent days, following the passing of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, social media has been flooded with an insensitive online challenge mockin...

‘Impeach Kahiga’ – Nyeri erupts after governor’s controversial comments on Raila’s death Oct 22, 2025

Senator Wamatinga said that although Governor Kahiga had resigned as vice chair of the Council of Governors, he now had a moral obligation to step dow...

NCIC to summon Governor Mutahi Kahiga, warns ODM leaders over Bondo remarks Oct 22, 2025

In a statement issued on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, NCIC Chair Samuel Kobia said the Commission has received a complaint regarding the governor’s ut...

Government condemns Governor Mutahi Kahiga’s remarks, warns against hate speech Oct 22, 2025

The Government, through its spokesperson, Isaac Mwaura, expressed concern over Kahiga’s comments, emphasising that leaders must uphold the values of t...

Defence CS Tuya pushes for human dignity and rehabilitation in Kenya’s prisons Oct 22, 2025

Tuya urges a shift from punitive justice to rehabilitation and empowerment as Kenya accelerates correctional reforms focused on skills, dignity, and c...

Nairobi Southern Bypass to close this weekend for Standard Chartered Marathon Oct 22, 2025

Authorities have called on all road users to exercise patience, adhere to traffic instructions, and plan their journeys to ensure a smooth weekend for...

EAC confirms investment-ready Kenya–Uganda Expressway, enhancing Mombasa port access Oct 22, 2025

The 256-kilometre Kisumu–Kakira Expressway will upgrade key trade routes, modernise border posts, and enhance connectivity across five EAC countries.

How one doctor’s breast cancer battle became a message of hope for Kenyan women Oct 22, 2025

She reflected on the struggles faced by patients, particularly those with limited access to care, and questioned how women in underprivileged areas ma...

Global wars threaten women and girls like never before, UN report shows Oct 21, 2025

Kenya emerges as a beacon of women-led peacebuilding, showing how local and regional efforts can shape lasting solutions amid rising global conflicts.

Ombudsman CEO Mercy Wambua suspended for 14 days over misconduct claims Oct 21, 2025

The 14-day interdiction is intended to provide time for a comprehensive inquiry into the allegations against her.

Autopsies reveal Kasarani victims died from gunshots during Raila Odinga public viewing Oct 21, 2025

Bullets recovered from the victims’ bodies have been handed to the Independent Policing Oversight Authority for forensic analysis, while one body rema...

Madagascar’s Gen Z condemn military ruler’s appointment of new prime minister Oct 21, 2025

Gen Z Mada has not specified what action it will take if Rajaonarivelo's appointment is not explained or reversed, but the group has made it clear tha...

Drug abuse crushes dreams as dozens of Lamu youth rejected in KDF 2025 recruitment Oct 21, 2025

Hundreds of hopefuls in Lamu County fail KDF medical and drug tests as officials call for community action to guide youth toward healthier paths.

Karua accuses section of MPs of manipulating public participation in lawmaking process Oct 21, 2025

Citing past incidents such as chaotic sessions at Bomas of Kenya, Karua said dissenting voices are often silenced or denied access to public forums, u...

Elders, governors gift Raila Odinga’s family over 100 bulls ahead of burial Oct 18, 2025

Among those who personally led the homage were Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya and Democratic Action Party of Kenya (DAP-K) leader Eugene Wamalw...

Man who caned Raila Odinga in 2014 seeks forgiveness as he pays tribute to fallen leader Oct 18, 2025

The attack occurred on September 29, 2014, during an Okoa Kenya rally in Kinango, organised by the Coalition for Reforms and Democracy (CORD), which w...

Moses Kuria proposes Technical University of Kenya to be named after Raila; here are steps followed in renaming an institution Oct 18, 2025

In a statement on X, Kuria said that Raila Odinga, once a lecturer at the University of Nairobi (UoN) School of Engineering, had been a lifelong advoc...

How crowds gathered at Raila’s Opoda Farm to pay last respects Oct 18, 2025

Security around the farm had been heightened, with military personnel and police officers deployed to manage the large crowd and ensure order.

Raila Odinga's funeral service to begin at 9:00 am on Sunday at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University Oct 18, 2025

Kindiki emphasised that while Sunday’s burial marks the culmination of official mourning ceremonies, the National State Funeral Committee will provide...

Public viewing of Raila Odinga’s body underway in Bondo Oct 18, 2025

Governor Orengo had earlier urged the public and the community to maintain peace during the mourning period, saying that the body would be brought to...

Artist behind viral Raila portrait cries foul over its unauthorised use Oct 18, 2025

Collins Omondi, however, clarified that his motivation was not commercial gain, but rather to pay tribute to Raila Odinga - a man he admired deeply an...

Plane carrying Raila’s body lands in Bondo after emotional public viewing at Mamboleo Stadium Oct 18, 2025

While authorities opted for airlifting to ensure timely arrival and minimise logistical challenges, some residents wanted the body to be transported b...

Mama Ida calls for calm, urges Kenyans to mourn Raila peacefully and respectfully Oct 18, 2025

Speaking during a press briefing at the family’s Opoda Farm in Bondo, Siaya County, Mama Ida expressed deep gratitude for the overwhelming messages of...

Public viewing for Raila Odinga at Mamboleo extended Oct 18, 2025

Dr Raymond Omollo, announced the decision at the stadium while addressing the press, saying the extension was necessary to accommodate the thousands o...

Matiang’i: Raila’s 'swearing-in' at Uhuru Park was my toughest test at Interior docket Oct 17, 2025

The ceremony, which took place months after the disputed August 2017 presidential elections, was attended by thousands of supporters and served as a s...

Public viewing of Raila's body concludes peacefully, body taken to Lee Funeral Home Oct 17, 2025

The crowds were later seen leaving the stadium after having paid tributes to their leader in an exercise that ended at around 5 pm.

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