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Niger enters gold refinery deal with sanctioned Kenyan businessman Kamlesh Pattni
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 24, 2025

Pattni himself signed the agreement on behalf of Suvarna. Despite Pattni's controversial reputation, which includes sanctions imposed by the United St...

Vietnam gas president blasts Kenya, Africa for lack of vision, poor execution
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 24, 2025

Chau argued that the problem in Kenya and much of Africa was not a lack of money or talent but a system deeply entrenched in short-term political perf...

Civil Society raises alarm over credibility of 2027 polls following shortlisting of Ruto allies
Joseph Ndunda  |  Apr 24, 2025

Professor Ogolla questioned how the Dr Makanda-led panel arrived at what he described as “a shortlist resembling a selection of regime loyalists.”

Interior Ministry to implement most Maraga-led police reforms despite court ruling
Mary Wambui  |  Apr 24, 2025

The PS affirmed the government’s commitment to respect the court ruling and indicated that legal redress may be sought. He stressed, however, that the...

UN envoy meets Sudanese military leader Abdel Fattah al-Burhan in push for peace
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 24, 2025

Lamamra, serving as the Personal Representative of Secretary-General António Guterres, delivered a special message to General Abdel Fattah outlining t...

Judiciary under fire as Parliament exposes Sh160 million in missing court fines
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 24, 2025

The PAC has recommended that the Judiciary press for criminal charges against those responsible for the theft.

KUCCPS champions early career assessments in junior school to guide learners’ future paths
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 24, 2025

While some stakeholders support the choice-based system, others have raised concerns, especially on the decision to make mathematics optional for non-...

Ex-Kenyan presidential candidate Abduba Dida freed on parole after US stalking conviction
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 24, 2025

Under parole conditions, Dida is expected to remain under supervision and may be required to participate in community-based philanthropic activities a...

DR Congo, M23 rebels pledge to work towards peace after Qatar talks amid prisoner disputes
Reuters  |  Apr 24, 2025

Each side released the same statement separately after their delegations departed Qatar earlier in the week, following more than a week of discussions...

Khalwale withdraws Bill seeking to regulate boda boda industry after public outcry
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 24, 2025

According to Wetang’ula, the Speaker of the Senate formally requested the withdrawal of the Bill in a letter dated March 7, 2025, citing feedback from...

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.

Sudan urges Kenyan MPs to restrain Ruto over alleged support for paramilitary RSF
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  Apr 23, 2025

According to Sudan, Kenya is planning to host the RSF again in Nairobi, following a previous meeting in February, which the Sudanese government claims...

Press freedom under fire: Ethiopian police raid ‘Addis Standard' offices, detain journalists
Mwangi Maina  |  Apr 23, 2025

The raid on Addis Standard — known for its critical reporting and editorial independence — is being closely watched by both local and international pr...

Brazil aims to rally major economies for stronger climate pledges ahead of COP30
Reuters  |  Apr 23, 2025

Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres have scheduled a closed online meeting on Wednesday to talk wit...

Kenya turns to Beijing for JKIA expansion after Adani fallout
Mwangi Maina  |  Apr 22, 2025

Prime Cabinet Secretary and Foreign Affairs Minister Musalia Mudavadi met with senior executives from the Beijing Urban Construction Group (BUCG), sig...

Rwanda overtakes Kenya to become second freest economy in EAC
Alfred Onyango  |  Apr 22, 2025

The Index by the economic think-tank The Heritage Foundation ranks Rwanda second in the bloc, with an economic freedom score of 54.8, behind Tanzania,...

WhatsApp to roll out translation feature for chats, channel updates
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Apr 22, 2025

This will enable real-time translations without the need for an internet connection, while also keeping chats private and secure, as users will no lon...

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.

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