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Dangote Refinery IPO Open to Kenyans Through NSE-Listed Gdrs
Kenyans are poised to gain unprecedented access to shares in Africa's largest initial public offering (IPO) as Dangote Petroleum Refinery plans to open its doors through offerings on the Nairobi Securities Exchange (N…
Mwakilishi News Bulletin - Evening Edition, Thursday 01 October 2026
This bulletin covers immigration changes, Kenyan oil and trade deals, global news, and housing costs.
Sweeping US Immigration Changes Impact 250,000 Visa Holders
The United States has enacted significant changes to its immigration policy, leading to the revocation of approximately 250,000 visas. These changes, effective as of October 1, 2026, mark one of the most substantial o…
Ruto: Kenya to Begin Turkana Oil Production Before December
Kenya expects to begin extracting crude oil in Turkana before the end of the year as plans for a major refinery in Lamu move forward, President William Ruto has said.Speaking to journalists at State House in Mombasa o…
New Bill Proposes Ksh1 Million Fine for Illegal Foreign Currency Hoarding
Kenyans who unlawfully accumulate large amounts of foreign currency could face a fine of up to Ksh1 million or a prison sentence of up to 10 years under a proposed amendment to the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) Act.The…
Wicknell Munodaani Chivayo, Zimbabwean Tenderpreneur, Dies in Helicopter Crash
Wicknell Munodaani Chivayo, the controversial Zimbabwean businessman known for his extravagant lifestyle and close ties to political elites, died in a helicopter crash on Wednesday. The incident occurred in Zimbabwe…
Government Raises Affordable Housing Prices by Up to Ksh600,000
The cost of purchasing a home under Kenya’s Affordable Housing Programme has risen, with the government introducing new prices that increase the cost of some units by as much as Ksh600,000.The State Department for Hou…
Botswana Faces Backlash After Slaughtering 23 Elephants for Independence Celebrations
Botswana has come under fire for its decision to authorize the hunting of 23 elephants as part of its independence celebrations. The incident has sparked outrage among wildlife conservationists and the global communit…
Ethiopia fighting escalates in Tigray killing 52 civilians, medic tells the BBC
In Ethiopia's Tigray region, escalating violence has reportedly claimed the lives of 52 civilians, according to a medical professional who spoke with the BBC. This resurgence of deadly conflict has also extended to ad…
Kenya's Fuel Traffic Set to Surge Tenfold with New Rwanda Deal
In a significant economic development, a new agreement between Kenya and Rwanda aims to boost fuel traffic through the Northern Corridor by tenfold. This deal is poised to enhance trade and economic cooperation betwee…
Mwakilishi News Bulletin - Midday Edition, Thursday 01 October 2026
Today's bulletin covers Kenyan diaspora achievements, immigration relief, and political news from Kenya.
Kenyan Appointed as Trustee of Shoreditch Town Hall
Kenyan professional Kwame Otiende has been appointed as one of five new trustees of Shoreditch Town Hall, a historic arts and cultural venue in east London.Otiende joins the governing board as the organisation expands…
Legal Relief for Foreign Professionals as US Court Halts $100,000 H-1B Visa Charge
A US federal court has blocked the Trump administration from enforcing a $100,000 fee on new H-1B visa applications, providing temporary relief to foreign professionals, including Kenyans seeking employment in the Uni…
Palestinians bury remains of 105 people killed in Israeli attack on Gaza
In Gaza, Palestinians have conducted funeral prayers for the remains of 105 individuals who were killed in an Israeli attack. Family members of the victims wrapped the remains in Palestinian flags during the somber ce…
Kenyan Flight Attendants Heroically Assist Stabbed Pilot on Flydubai Flight
Two Kenyan flight attendants provided critical assistance to a stabbed pilot aboard a Flydubai flight after a violent attack in the cockpit. The incident occurred mid-flight, sending the aircraft into a steep descent…
Kenyan Family Appeals for Help to Return Nurse Home After Death in Texas
A Kenyan-born nurse living in Irving, Texas, died on September 18, 2026, prompting her family to seek financial assistance to return her remains to Kenya for burial.Lynette’s death was announced through a fundraising…
DCI Arrests Two Over Suspected Counterfeit Juice Operation in Kabete
Two men have been arrested in Kabete after detectives raided a residential property allegedly being used to manufacture and package counterfeit juice.The arrests followed a tip-off from a member of the public, prompti…
Gachagua Revisits Security Training During US Tour
DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua says he used part of his visit to Texas to refresh firearms handling and basic combat skills he acquired during his earlier career in the security sector.Gachagua said the training was inte…
Ruto Maintains Lead in New Poll as Opposition Support Remains Split
President William Ruto leads the latest presidential preference poll, with opposition support divided among several potential contenders ahead of the 2027 General Election.A survey by Politrack Research Team, conducte…
Ruto mourns ‘dear friend’ Wicknell Chivayo after helicopter tragedy
Kenyan President William Ruto is mourning the loss of Zimbabwean tycoon Wicknell Chivayo, who tragically died in a helicopter crash along with his wife. The incident occurred in Zimbabwe, marking a significant loss fo…