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Mbadi Makes Grand Entrance to Parliament in a Customised Car
Kenya’s National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi on Thursday presented the 2026/27 Budget Statement to Parliament, outlining a Sh4.84 trillion spending plan and announcing plans to introduce a new Planning Bill…
Commercial Property No Longer the Guaranteed Investment It Once Was
Nairobi’s office property market continues to face high vacancy rates, with landlords across key commercial districts struggling to attract tenants despite offering incentives and lower rents.The city’s skyline, once…
US-Based Kenyan Woman Warns Alcohol Is Destroying Diaspora Dreams
A Kenyan woman based in the United States, Latuk Chepkemoi, has warned that alcohol abuse is undermining the ambitions of many people in the diaspora, describing it as a “silent dream killer” that damages careers, fam…
Gachagua, Natembeya Unite Ahead of Western Kenya Opposition Tour
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua met Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya in Nairobi on Thursday as opposition leaders prepare for a political tour of Western Kenya starting on Friday.The breakfast meeting fo…
Escalation in Middle East: U.S. and Israel Intensify Strikes on Iran
The United States, under the leadership of President Donald Trump, has intensified military actions against Iran, marking the second consecutive day of strikes as tensions heighten in the Middle East. The conflict, in…
Oman's Strategic Position Under Scrutiny Amid U.S.-Iran Tensions
As the ongoing conflict between Iran and the United States intensifies, the Sultanate of Oman has found itself in a precarious position, caught between its role as a mediator and the mounting pressure from the Trump a…
US House Narrowly Passes $70 Billion Immigration Enforcement Bill Amid Strong Opposition
The United States House of Representatives has narrowly passed a $70 billion immigration enforcement bill, marking a significant legislative achievement for the Republican Party. The vote, which took place on Tuesday…
New U.S. Visa Fast-Track Program Offers Speedy Access at a Premium
The United States has unveiled a new fast-track visa program, allowing applicants to bypass the typical 12-month waiting period for an interview by paying a $750 fee. This initiative, announced by the U.S. Department…
Senior Russian Military Official's Death Fuels Fears of Escalating Conflict
The recent killing of a senior Russian military official near Moscow has intensified concerns over a series of targeted attacks within Russia. The incident, involving a car explosion that claimed the life of the high-…
Kenyan Diaspora Mourns Man Killed in Australian Traffic Crash
The Kenyan community in Australia is mourning the death of Brian Karanja, founder of Adaptive Aid Solutions, who was killed in a road accident.Karanja was widely respected for his work through Adaptive Aid Solutions…
Opposition Unveils Sh4.32 Trillion ‘People’s Budget’, Challenges Ruto’s Spending Plan
Kenya’s opposition has unveiled a Sh4.32 trillion alternative budget ahead of the presentation of the 2026/27 national budget, proposing increased spending on social programmes and youth employment while reducing reli…
Government Bans Illegal Hospital Charges for Civil Servants Under New SHA Tariffs
Kenya's government has introduced a new tariff framework under the Public Officers Medical Scheme Fund (POMSF), standardising charges across contracted hospitals and prohibiting unauthorised fees for civil servants.He…
EU Directive Mandates Meta to Open WhatsApp to Rival AI Chatbots, Sparking Controversy
The European Union has issued a directive requiring Meta Platforms Inc. to allow rival artificial intelligence chatbots access to WhatsApp, its widely used messaging application. The decision, announced on June 9, 202…
How a Stolen Chicken and Ugali Accusation Led to 20-Year Jail Terms for Four Brothers
Four brothers have each been sentenced to 20 years in prison for the murder of their neighbour in Bungoma County after a dispute over alleged theft led to a fatal assault.The High Court in Bungoma convicted John Kweyu…
Kenyan Woman in Dubai Seeks Help to Return Home After Sudden Paralysis
A Kenyan domestic worker receiving treatment in the United Arab Emirates has appealed for assistance to return home after a serious medical condition left her unable to walk or work.Millicent Chepkemboi, from Kemeloi…
Artificial Intelligence Poised to Transform Political Landscapes Globally
The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) technology is poised to significantly alter political landscapes around the world, raising questions about governance, transparency, and voter engagement. As AI sy…
From Nakuru to Jerusalem: How a Kenyan Challenged Israel's Immigration Rules
Yehuda Kimani, a Kenyan convert to Judaism, played a central role in a legal challenge that led Israel to recognise Conservative Jewish conversions performed in Uganda under the Law of Return.Born Francis Kimani Njogu…
Kuwait Bans Recruitment of Domestic Workers From Kenya and 26 Other Countries
Kuwait has introduced new rules that limit the countries from which household workers can be recruited, reducing the approved list to ten nations and suspending recruitment from 27 others.The Ministry of Interior said…
New US Deportation Policy Puts More Kenyans at Risk of Removal
Kenyans living in the United States face a higher risk of deportation under a new Department of Homeland Security (DHS) directive that expands enforcement against non-citizens accused of immigration and electoral offe…
Kenyan Students Invited to Apply for Malaysia's Fully Sponsored Postgraduate Scholarships
Malaysia has opened applications for its fully funded Malaysian Technical Cooperation Programme (MTCP) scholarships, offering students from developing countries the opportunity to pursue Master's degrees beginning in…