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Supreme Court dismisses bid to halt High Court state CEO recruitment case
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Dec 11, 2025

The dispute traces back to May 20, 2024, when seven petitioners moved to the High Court in Nakuru contesting the recruitment of CEOs for MTRH, Athi Wa...

Eastleigh bustles with Christmas shoppers as holiday season kicks off early
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Dec 11, 2025

Eastleigh is seeing an early Christmas shopping rush, with thousands of buyers crowding streets and shops, causing heavy traffic but boosting business...

100 abducted schoolchildren in Nigeria released - reports
DW News  |  Dec 08, 2025

The children were among 315 pupils and staff who were kidnapped from a Catholic boarding school in late November.

Some vegetables are healthier cooked than raw, say nutrition experts
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Dec 05, 2025

A Nanyuki nutritionist explains why gentle cooking of vegetables like spinach, tomatoes and carrots can boost nutrient absorption, improve digestion a...

Global growth set to stall in 2025, UN flags financial and geopolitical risks
XINHUA  |  Dec 03, 2025

UNCTAD forecasts global growth will slow to 2.6 per cent in 2025, citing rising financial volatility and geopolitical risks, with developing economies...

OPINION: Before pointing at Rwanda, Belgium must finally confront its own African history
The New Times  |  Dec 03, 2025

If Belgium addresses these truths with humility instead of nostalgia, it could still be a respectful and constructive partner in a region that has mov...

Kenya steps up engagement with WADA amid doping watchlist pressure
Erick Kariuki  |  Dec 03, 2025

Kenya is intensifying engagement with WADA and rolling out anti-doping reforms as it seeks to exit the global Watchlist and avoid sanctions ahead of 2...

Nigeria's defense minister resigns amid security crisis
DW News  |  Dec 02, 2025

Mohammed Badaru Abubakar's resignation comes as Nigeria scrambles to respond to a wave of mass kidnappings.

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu declares national security emergency amid rising kidnappings
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Nov 27, 2025

President Bola Tinubu directed the army and police to bring in an additional 20,000 officers, adding to the 30,000 he ordered on Sunday when he redepl...

Nigerian president confirms rescue of 24 abducted schoolgirls
XINHUA  |  Nov 26, 2025

The girls were kidnapped from their dormitory at the Government Girls' Comprehensive Secondary School in Maga, a community in the Wasagu/Danko Local G...

Kenya battles Nigeria, South Africa to keep IMO seat as Africa’s voice in global shipping
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Nov 25, 2025

The election will take place on Friday during the 34th Regular Session of the IMO Assembly in London, where member states will select the 40 Council m...

Tanzania cancels Independence Day celebrations amid outrage over alleged killings
Mwangi Maina  |  Nov 25, 2025

Prime Minister Mwigulu Nchemba said the budget allocated for festivities would instead be redirected to repair public infrastructure damaged during th...

Why are schools still unsafe in Nigeria?
DW News  |  Nov 25, 2025

The mass abductions came after a warning by US President Donald Trump of military action against Nigeria over the alleged persecution of Christians in...

Nigeria’s Tinubu redirects police from VIPs to combat rising kidnappings, orders 30,000 new recruits
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 24, 2025

The move affecting approximately 100,000 officers comes days after more than 300 schoolchildren from St. Mary's Private Catholic School in Papiri, wer...

50 students escape captivity after abduction from Catholic school in Nigeria
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Nov 23, 2025

Kidnappings for ransom have become an increasing threat to schools in Nigeria, particularly in the north-central and northwestern regions.

Weekend treat: How to make beef sausage and spinach frittata
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Nov 22, 2025

Praised for its bold flavour and keto-friendly profile, the recipe has become a go-to choice for breakfast and brunch enthusiasts.

Businesses granted 30-day relief on long-stay container charges at Mombasa port
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 20, 2025

The waiver covers all accrued port storage charges and customs warehouse rent for long-stay containerised cargo.

Tanzanian parliament approves Mwigulu Nchemba as new prime minister
XINHUA  |  Nov 14, 2025

Mwigulu Nchemba succeeds Kassim Majaliwa, who had held the position for a decade.

Six irresistible ways to enjoy rice cakes: Sweet, savoury and Kenyan-inspired
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Nov 14, 2025

Discover simple, healthy, and delicious ways to transform plain rice cakes into snacks and meals you’ll actually crave.

Historic move as Somali parliament approves tougher anti-piracy, anti-kidnapping law
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Nov 10, 2025

The updated law strengthens Somalia’s fight against piracy and kidnapping, protecting seafarers, boosting maritime security, and supporting global tra...

Maraga honours devolution hero Odhiambo Mbai, vows to uphold constitutionalism and drive economy reforms in presidential bid
Barack Oduor  |  Nov 10, 2025

At the time of his death, Mbai was the chairman of the devolution committee at the constitutional conference at the Bomas. He played a key role in the...

ANC cites communication glitch in Tanzania poll absence, stresses solidarity
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 01, 2025

According to INEC’s official tally, President Samia secured 31,913,866 votes, marking a decisive win for the CCM-led administration.

Kenyan marathoner Esphond Cheruiyot banned three years for doping violation
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Oct 30, 2025

A urine sample collected from Cheruiyot during the Buenos Aires International Marathon on September 21, 2025 tested positive for Trimetazidine.

Tanzania votes amid tightening political space, CCM dominance
Amina Wako  |  Oct 29, 2025

President Samia Suluhu Hassan serves as both head of state and CCM leader. She made history in 2021 as Tanzania’s first female president, succeeding t...

Oburu assures Babu Owino of fair ODM nomination for Nairobi governor race
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 29, 2025

Speaking on Ramogi TV on Tuesday evening, Oburu sought to calm fears that Babu could be blocked from contesting, insisting there is no reason for him...

Tanzania: The overlooked power of youth and women's votes
DW News  |  Oct 29, 2025

Women and youth are particularly significant voting blocs in Tanzania. Yet their votes are largely ignored by the country's entrenched political elite...

Tanzania heads to polls with President Samia expected to secure another term in one-sided election
Mwangi Maina  |  Oct 29, 2025

President Samia Suluhu Hassan, the country's first female head of state, is widely expected to retain power in what observers describe as a contest wi...

University student charged over fake 2025 KCSE exam leak claims
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Oct 28, 2025

Nasiuma Chrispinus Nambafu is accused of claiming to have access to genuine KCSE examination papers purportedly obtained from the Kenya National Exami...

Middle-distance runner Esther Gitahi banned for four years over doping violation
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 28, 2025

Esther Gitahi’s positive test emerged from a urine sample she provided during the B.A.A. 5K in Boston, USA, on April 13, 2024.

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