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China gives a wary welcome to influx of American 'TikTok refugees' on RedNote
Reuters  |  Jan 16, 2025

The app has in recent days been transformed into an unexpected bilateral channel for US-China exchanges.

Content creators to pay taxes on monetised earnings under new law
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 11, 2024

Ruto said the government had successfully negotiated agreements with platforms like TikTok and Facebook to allow Kenyan creators to monetise their con...

Police probe alleged assault against influencer as video surfaces on social media
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Nov 11, 2024

The disturbing nature of the video has stirred emotions among social media users, especially on TikTok and has raised concerns about safety in the cit...

MPs reject ban on TikTok, call for regulatory oversight
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 29, 2024

The National Assembly Committee on Public Petitions dismissed the petition arguing that such an action would infringe on the rights to freedom of expr...

Sabrin Abdulkadir opens new restaurant after TikTok fundraiser success
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Sep 09, 2024

Before her breakthrough, Sabrin faced numerous challenges.

Tik Tok launches safety training programme for children
Barack Oduor  |  Aug 26, 2024

The new initiative targeting children who are leveraging technology for learning purposes aims at empowering them to reap the benefits of tech respons...

Retiring teacher’s Somali farewell song propels Wajir school to world fame
Issa Hussein  |  Jul 22, 2024

Many who have listened to the song say it makes them emotional and reminds them of the unique virtues of mothers.

Puntland singer makes waves on social media despite sicknesses, lack of romance
Abdirahman Khalif  |  May 13, 2024

Nuuradin Sugaal, aka Owliyo, says he is "just a sick man" who has never been in love, but has moved many with his romantic songs.

Four TikTokers arrested for shooting robbery prank video in front of police station
Farhiya Hussein  |  May 08, 2024

Security authorities have expressed concern that the video has tarnished the reputation of both Kilifi police officers and the Administration canteen.

Woman touches hearts for her honesty as she hands over plot she took care of for 34 years
Abdirahman Khalif  |  May 05, 2024

Gaciye, a police officer from the Marehan clan, recognised the danger his clan faced and asked Maimuna to safeguard his plot in his absence before fle...

Shock as renowned Somali TikToker Hodan Gaabo is killed in Garissa accident
Abdirahman Khalif  |  May 01, 2024

A video posted by Hodan just six hours before her untimely demise showed her walking alongside three police officers.

Chinese companys says it will not be selling TikTok
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Apr 26, 2024

TikTok is popular in Eastleigh with the most popular person on the Video app amassing over 2 million followers.

Kenyan government recommends regulating, not banning, TikTok
Reuters  |  Apr 26, 2024

The ministry proposed requiring TikTok to screen content to ensure compliance with Kenyan laws and file quarterly reports to the government on what ma...

The Somali 'mother-daughter duo' revolutionising comedy on TikTok
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Apr 22, 2024

Raadia's ability to merge ethnic intricacies with common comedy has won her over a huge following, transcending borders and connecting with Somali com...

State to regulate TikTok amid public safety concerns
Mary Wambui  |  Mar 21, 2024

Amongst the demands are evidence of age and content filtering processes and measures taken to ensure the privacy of users and levels of compliance wit...

Facebook, WhatsApp dominate Kenyan social media landscape - CA report
Bashir Mohammed  |  Mar 20, 2024

Following behind are YouTube and TikTok, securing the third and fourth positions, at 21 per cent and 17.8 per cent respectively.

Samixa Khalil: Somali Star lighting up TikTok, attracting millions of views
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Mar 08, 2024

Samixa creates authentic content devoid of drama, amassing millions of views

EU warns TikTok over 'illegal content and disinformation'
AFP  |  Oct 13, 2023

Violations of the DSA can be met with mandatory remedial measures to halt such content, or fines that could go up to six per cent of a company's globa...

TikTok to stop sales in Indonesia after social media transaction ban
Dennis Tarus  |  Oct 05, 2023

The new regulation is yet another setback for TikTok, which has faced intense scrutiny in the The United States and other nations.

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