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Kenya on the verge of agreeing with US to scrap 10% import tariff - PS Mukhwana
Alfred Onyango  |  Apr 23, 2025

He added that Kenya hopes the agreement will be extended to ensure the continuation of a strong bilateral relationship, noting the urgent need to fina...

Somali, US forces launch airstrike in Middle Shabelle, kill 12 Al-Shabaab militants
Amina Wako  |  Apr 17, 2025

This latest operation is part of intensified military efforts by the Federal Government of Somalia, working closely with international allies, particu...

US flags persistent bribery requests by Kenyan officials in latest trade report
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  Apr 09, 2025

The issue has been highlighted in the US Trade Representative’s 2025 National Trade Estimate which addresses various barriers hindering trade between...

Somalia offers US exclusive control of air bases, ports
Reuters  |  Mar 29, 2025

The offer could give the United States a firmer military presence in the Horn of Africa region as it looks to counter the threat from militants in Som...

US-China trade war threatens global science and research collaboration
Alfred Onyango  |  Mar 19, 2025

WEF, in its deliberations, reiterates that the ripple effects of these tensions are expected to extend far beyond the two nations, affecting other cou...

South Africa says envoy expulsion 'regrettable' but ties with US remain strong
Amina Wako  |  Mar 15, 2025

The US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, announced on Friday that Rasool was "no longer welcome," accusing him of being a "race-baiting politician" cri...

Sudan, Somalia, Somaliland caught in alleged US-Israel talks to relocate Palestinians
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 15, 2025

US and Israeli officials, speaking anonymously due to the sensitive nature of the issue, confirmed contacts with Sudan, Somalia and Somaliland.

South Sudan slams travel advisories from US, Britain
XINHUA  |  Mar 13, 2025

Mayen told reporters that the government has taken all necessary steps to restore order following last week's arrests of several opposition and milita...

Tshisekedi courts US: DRC offers minerals in exchange for military backing in war against M23 rebels
Foreign Reporter  |  Mar 04, 2025

The letter, sent by Aaron Poynton, a US businessman and lobbyist tasked by Kinshasa last June with organising a roundtable for US and Congolese busine...

Kenya faces new US tariffs after Trump announces new fight against ‘unfair trade’
Charles Adinda  |  Feb 18, 2025

The directive is expected to impact Kenya significantly, as it currently applies a 16 per cent VAT on goods entering its market.

Africom confirms ISIS leader Ahmed Maeleninine killed in recent airstrike in Somalia
Mary Wambui  |  Feb 12, 2025

The airstrike authorised by President Donald Trump was meant to degrade ISIS's ability to plot and conduct terrorist attacks, a top priority for his a...

Marc Dillard takes charge at US Embassy in Nairobi after Meg Whitman's exit
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 23, 2024

His extensive African experience includes postings in Malawi and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, further cementing his expertise in the region. 

US issues travel advisory on Haiti following rising gang violence cases
Mary Wambui  |  Nov 21, 2024

The escalating situation has seen the US Federal Aviation Administration issue a notice prohibiting US civilian aircraft and US pilots from flying bel...

What benchmark US Fed rate cut means for Kenya's economy and consumers
Alfred Onyango  |  Sep 19, 2024

Apex banks globally use the interest rates as either a gas pedal or a brake on the economy when needed.

US sanctions Israeli NGO and citizen for supporting violent activities in West Bank
Mary Wambui  |  Aug 28, 2024

The sanctions followed a wide-ranging operation by the Israel Defense Forces in the West Bank that included three raids in the cities of Jenin and Tul...

US to give Sh53.4 billion in humanitarian aid for DRC
Reuters  |  Aug 07, 2024

It takes total US funding for DRC since October to $838 million (Sh108 billion), said Prescott.

Ex-UN envoy tells US to address domestic issues instead of  focusing on Kenya's
Mwangi Maina  |  Aug 02, 2024

In his post, Kimani noted that "Since my former @ForeignOfficeKE colleagues are restrained by their diplomatic sensibilities," he would respond.

We're not facing West or East- Ruto on whether he prefers China or US
Bashir Mohammed  |  May 25, 2024

President Ruto clarified that Kenya's development goals, not geopolitical alignments, drive the country's foreign policy.

US Ambassador to Kenya Meg Whitman clarifies visa denial reasons
Abdirahman Khalif  |  May 16, 2024

The Ambassador said they have to be cautious with visa issuing as they may give it to individuals likely to harm the United States.

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