Artificial Intelligence Stories

IMCTC warns AI a double-edged sword as terrorist use raises global security concerns
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 24, 2025

The IMCTC urges governments and security agencies to take immediate action to counter these growing threats, calling for stronger tools, better financ...

2025 Barthés Cup: Chipu fall to Namibia U20 in hard-fought battle
Michael Kirwa  |  Apr 23, 2025

Chipu’s hopes of defending their Barthés Cup title suffered a blow after a spirited but ultimately unsuccessful battle against Namibia U20 in Harare....

Sudan to relocate South Sudanese refugees from Khartoum in major policy shift amid conflict
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 23, 2025

For years, many South Sudanese have lived in Sudan's capital alongside Sudanese citizens since South Sudan's separation in 2011.

MPs probe alleged unethical kidney transplants at Mediheal Hospital
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 22, 2025

The committee’s terms of reference include a deep dive into oversight mechanisms governing transplants, such as licensing, monitoring, and audit proto...

Nominated Senator Orwoba slams govt for betraying women’s charter promises, marginalising their voices
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Apr 22, 2025

The senator, who was nominated on a platform of championing women's rights, expressed frustration that even within her own political party, her voice...

Earth Day marked as global risks report warns of escalating environmental threats
Alfred Onyango  |  Apr 22, 2025

This year’s Earth Day theme, ‘Our Power, Our Planet’, draws attention to the shared responsibility to protect the planet and the immense influence ind...

Heavy rains expected across the country this week, Met Department warns
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 22, 2025

According to Gikungu, rainfall is expected to intensify during the second half of the forecast period.

Vatican unveils Pope Francis' final wishes in his spiritual testament
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 22, 2025

He also asked that the tomb be simple and set into the ground, bearing only a single inscription: Franciscus.

Martha Karua declares 2027 presidential bid, urges Kenyans to elect woman leader
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Apr 21, 2025

Karua said previous male-led administrations have failed to unite the country.

Should Africa be worried about earthquakes?
DW News  |  Apr 20, 2025

In Africa, fault lines stretching across the continent pose serious risks, yet preparedness remains low.

Suno AI: Empowering Kenyan artists in era of AI-driven music creation
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Apr 20, 2025

Suno AI is a groundbreaking platform that empowers users to craft original songs by simply entering text prompts.

Karua: History will not be rewritten to erase Raila’s sacrifices
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 20, 2025

Her remarks come amid heightened tension and speculation over a possible rift between Odinga and Siaya Governor James Orengo.

Kabila’s party suspended a day after his return to DR Congo
Amina Wako  |  Apr 20, 2025

The interior ministry announced that activities of the People’s Party for Reconstruction and Democracy (PPRD), which Kabila still leads, are "suspende...

MPs seek public views as they fight to save CDF and other key funds
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 20, 2025

The Constitution of Kenya (Amendment) Bill, National Assembly Bill, 2025, seeks to safeguard the legality of the NG-CDF, NGAAF, and the Senate Oversig...

Thousands remain in crisis weeks after deadly Myanmar earthquakes
UN News  |  Apr 20, 2025

There are fears that the aftershocks may persist for months following such a major earthquake, given that Myanmar is in a highly tectonically active r...

Tanzania opposition leader Tundu Lissu moved to Ukonga Prison amid treason case
Amina Wako  |  Apr 19, 2025

Lissu, who was the runner-up in the 2020 presidential election, was charged with treason last week after allegedly urging the public to rebel and disr...

Weatherman predicts heavy rains, isolated storms in Nairobi and other parts of Kenya
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 18, 2025

According to the Met Department, the Highlands West of the Rift Valley and the Lake Victoria Basin will experience rain in the morning, followed by sh...

Tanzanian opposition party says whereabouts of its leaders unknown
Reuters  |  Apr 18, 2025

Lissu, runner-up in the country's 2020 presidential election, was charged with treason last week over what prosecutors said was a speech calling on th...

Questions arise over unused billions in Road Annuity Fund
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 18, 2025

Roads Principal Secretary Joseph Mbugua told the committee that the law gives the National Treasury Cabinet Secretary powers to declare a surplus and...

Government to include AI tools like Chatgpt in school curriculum
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 17, 2025

Speaking while responding to questions from Senators, Kabogo said the government had already partnered with the European Union (EU) to develop a compr...

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