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Gachagua accuses government of allowing disruption of Nyeri prayer event by Maina Njenga
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 19, 2025

The presence of former Mungiki leader Maina Njenga and his followers caused confusion and panic, prompting the evacuation of Pastor Dorcas who was has...

President Ruto leaves for African Union agriculture summit in Uganda’s capital Kampala
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 11, 2025

The outcomes of the meeting are expected to shape policies that drive economic growth and ensure food security across the continent.

WHO Director-General Tedros calls for end to hospital attacks in Gaza after strike
Reuters  |  Dec 31, 2024

Tedros called for Abu Safiya's immediate release and said the Al-Ahli hospital had also faced attacks.

Israel detains medics after hospital raid, health officials say
Reuters  |  Dec 28, 2024

The Suez Canal Authority said in a statement that during a trial run two ships passed through a new stretch of the canal's two-way section without inc...

New Mogadishu Mayor plans to hold first civic elections next year
Hassan Mohamed  |  Dec 22, 2024

Successfully holding civic elections in Mogadishu would be a landmark achievement, especially given the city’s turbulent history.

Gaza medics struggle to rescue patients after Israel orders hospital evacuated
Reuters  |  Dec 22, 2024

The head of the Kamal Adwan Hospital in Beit Lahiya, Husam Abu Safiya, told Reuters via text message that obeying the order to shut down was "next to...

Somali Federal Forces orders forces to withdraw from Lower Jubaland
Amina Wako  |  Dec 12, 2024

Federal forces stationed in Ras Kamboni reportedly used drones to attack Jubbaland troops, which reportedly sparked the violence.

Jubaland, Somali National Army forces clash in Raaskambooni on Somali- Kenya border
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  Dec 11, 2024

Tensions have escalated between the Somali Federal Government and the Jubaland regional government since Ahmed Mohamed Islam was re-elected for a thir...

US, UK sanction Kamlesh Pattni over Zimbabwe gold scam
Amina Wako  |  Dec 09, 2024

The US Treasury dossier reveals a vast international network that launders proceeds from Zimbabwe's illicit gold trade.

Police and youth in Kamukunji’s California Ward team up to tackle crime
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Dec 07, 2024

The collaboration between a local police station and community leaders aims to provide meaningful opportunities for young people

Somali Government grounds domestic flights amid Raaskambooni tensions
Foreign Reporter  |  Dec 06, 2024

Airlines had refused to lease planes to the federal government for troop transport, citing security risks.

KU Hospital appoints Isaac Irungu Kamau as acting CEO as Ahmed takes leave
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 29, 2024

While the reason for Ahmed's leave has not been disclosed, the board's decision marks a significant leadership shift at the hospital.

Macharia Kamau to head Eighth Advisory Group of UN Peacebuilding Fund
Mary Wambui  |  Nov 27, 2024

The Peace Building Fund is the UN’s financial instrument of first resort to sustain peace in countries or situations at risk or affected by violent co...

Kenya losing Sh3 billion daily to corruption, manufacturers association says
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 27, 2024

The government's efforts to reform the economy and encourage industrialisation are being undermined by the widespread corruption that drains public fu...

Administrators vow to eliminate gender-based violence in Nairobi’s Kamukunji
Barack Oduor  |  Nov 26, 2024

Hussein said they are currently working to come up with a solution on how to end the vice because several cases have been reported to his office throu...

12 wardens linked to 2021 Kamiti prison break to stand trial for aiding terrorists
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 26, 2024

The incident occurred on November 14, 2021, when convicted terrorists Musharraf Abdalla, Mohamed Ali Abikar, and Joseph Juma, who were serving sentenc...

I’ll tackle money laundering and terrorism financing – CBK deputy governor nominee
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 26, 2024

Arita, a seasoned financial expert, outlined his plans to establish a dedicated team within CBK focused solely on addressing these issues.

Kitui Village fire victims receive support from local leaders, community groups
Charity Kilei  |  Nov 22, 2024

David Ongai, another resident, thanked the leaders for their support during this difficult time.

Homeless and stranded: Kitui Village families suffer in rain after devastating fire
Charity Kilei  |  Nov 22, 2024

In the village, some residents are gathering old sheets to shield themselves from the rain, using them to build makeshift shelters.

Cry for help from Kamukunji’s Kitui Village as family perishes in tragic fire
Charity Kilei  |  Nov 20, 2024

Metrine Muhonje’s husband and three children were peacefully sleeping inside, unaware of the horror about to unfold.

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