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Why West Africa could soon have a jihadist state
The Conversation  |  Jan 12, 2025

Groups such as Islamic State and al-Qaeda are committed to the establishment of these states, denouncing democratic governance.

Report shows 44 per cent jump in Kenya’s kidnapping cases amid growing security concerns
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 11, 2025

The report highlights that kidnappings and abductions have become a growing security threat, with men, women, children, and foreign nationals being vi...

Increased imports bolster Mombasa port’s performance as 2024 records highest-ever cargo growth
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jan 09, 2025

The port’s performance was bolstered by increased imports, which grew by 7.2 per cent, and exports, which rose by 6.6 per cent.

Man accused of assaulting sister in Eastleigh surrenders to police for questioning
Mary Wambui  |  Jan 07, 2025

Abdiaziz Abdullahi turned himself in at the Nairobi Area Regional DCI headquarters for questioning regarding the assault, which reportedly occurred on...

Ethiopian couple arrested in Nairobi over alleged human trafficking
Joseph Ndunda  |  Dec 30, 2024

The suspects, identified as Anna Abdirahaman and his wife, Hayat Mohamed, are accused of trafficking multiple individuals, including a 17-year-old gir...

Government shares list of blackspots on major roads across the country
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 23, 2024

The identification of these blackspots comes as the government intensifies its efforts to curb road accidents during the festive season when traffic v...

Nairobi-Nakuru dual carriageway construction to begin next year- Ruto
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 22, 2024

The project aims to address persistent traffic congestion along the busy highway and is expected to enhance travel and trade across the region.

KeNHA issues advisory as heavy traffic slows travel on Nairobi-Nakuru highway
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 20, 2024

Motorists have been advised to consider using alternative routes to avoid delays and reduce congestion on the main highways.

Nairobi secures Sh43.4 billion funding for Green BRT Line 3 project
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 12, 2024

The BRT system is part of Nairobi's broader urban mobility plan, which includes pedestrian-friendly infrastructure, non-motorised transport options, a...

Kenya launches network to combat human trafficking amid rising cases
Mary Wambui  |  Dec 06, 2024

The government has raised concerns over the rising number of Kenyans, being lured to travel to India for fake jobs only to end up as sex workers.

Sudan conflict fuelling mass refugee exodus, human trafficking into neighbouring states
Mary Wambui  |  Dec 05, 2024

Kenya, South Sudan, Central African Republic, Uganda, and Ethiopia, are bearing the brunt of the increased movement of Sudanese nationals into their c...

How Sakaja plans to tackle traffic congestion in City with new enforcement unit
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 03, 2024

Traffic jams in Nairobi are now estimated to cost the Kenyan economy Sh100 billion every year, which would translate to about Sh11 million per hour.

Phase one of Sh7.18bn Nairobi Intelligent Traffic System to kick off in March 
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 27, 2024

An ITS applies information and communication technologies to manage road transport and infrastructure. It employs intelligent cameras, variable timing...

Illegal migrants surge as Kenya arrests 1,455 individuals in 12 months
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 27, 2024

To address these rising challenges, the Kenyan government has been strengthening its border security and enforcement of immigration laws.

In world's largest refugee camps, Rohingya mobilise to fight in Myanmar
Reuters  |  Nov 25, 2024

The Rohingya, a mainly Muslim group that is the world's largest stateless population, started fleeing in droves to Bangladesh in 2016 to escape what t...

Normalisation of bhang abuse aiding its prevalence in the country- Study
Mary Wambui  |  Nov 15, 2024

According to the report, traffickers have adopted sophisticated methods to evade capture, including lacing food and snacks with cannabis.

Police in Isiolo seize bhang worth Sh6 milion destined for Garissa
Issa Hussein  |  Nov 11, 2024

Mutisya stated that police are on high alert in the fight against drugs, especially with the upcoming Christmas holiday.

Garissa residents decry increase in human trafficking cases as four students are rescued in Nairobi
Issa Hussein  |  Nov 11, 2024

Garissa Sub-County Police Commander Samuel K. Boit stated that police are still investigating the human trafficking case, which has links extending to...

Interpol rescues 100 Ethiopian migrants in Nairobi in major anti-human trafficking operation
Mary Wambui  |  Nov 06, 2024

The victims were found in a four-bedroomed house, from where they were held, beaten, and coerced to ask for money from relatives .

Traffic chaos in Eastleigh as matatus block key road in new Sacco dispute
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Nov 04, 2024

Eastleigh is currently attracting large numbers of customers who are shopping in preparation for upcoming festivities next month.

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