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Why Many African Women Use Skin-Bleaching Products, According to New Research
Surveys show that more than half of women in some African countries use skin-lightening products, with prevalence reaching 77 percent in Nigeria and 32 per cent in South Africa.Across the continent, the use of these p…
Why Green Card Approvals Are Being Delayed by New Vetting Rules
The Trump administration has introduced expanded security checks for immigration applications, delaying approvals for asylum, permanent residency and citizenship while cases undergo additional FBI screening.Under new…
Kibera Housing Project 80% Complete, Set to Deliver 4,465 Units
The Soweto East Zone B Affordable Housing Project in Kibera is more than 80 per cent complete and will deliver 4,465 housing units and key social amenities at a cost of Sh7.4 billion.The project, led by the State Depa…
Kenya Completes Final Police Withdrawal from Haiti Mission
Kenya has completed the latest phase of its deployment to the United Nations-backed Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission in Haiti, following the return of its final contingent of police officers to Nairobi.On…
Life in Malta: The Story of Faith Kiplagat from Eldoret
A young professional from Eldoret, Kenya, has relocated to Malta, beginning a new phase shaped by cultural adjustment and career development.The move represents more than a change of residence. It has involved adaptin…
US Introduces New Fees for Asylum Seekers Under 2026 Immigration Rule
The US Department of Homeland Security has issued a new rule introducing additional fees and stricter requirements for asylum seekers and certain immigration applicants, with implementation set for 29 May 2026.The int…
ILAM Fahari I-REIT Plans Mixed-Use Redevelopment of Greenspan Mall
ILAM Fahari Real Estate Investment Trust (Reit) plans to redevelop Greenspan Mall in Donholm into a mixed-use complex by adding residential units to its existing retail and office spaces.The project marks a shift in s…
Teachers to Get Expanded Medical Cover After Government Deal with KNUT
Teachers in Kenya will receive expanded medical cover after the government reached an agreement with the Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT), removing out-of-pocket charges and revising benefits under the Public O…
OPT Delays Leave International Students Unable to Work in the US
Delays in processing Optional Practical Training (OPT) applications have left international students in the United States unable to begin work, following an expansion of travel restrictions.The disruption follows a se…
Why Experts Say Babies Should Not Wear Shoes While Learning to Walk
Paediatric specialists advise that babies should not wear shoes while learning to walk, warning that early use may interfere with natural development.Doctors emphasise that shoes are not necessary for a child’s first…
H-1B Visas at Risk Over Social Media Posts, Lawyers Warn
Immigration lawyers in the United States report that social media activity is being used in decisions on H-1B visa applications, including stamping and extensions.Attorneys Rahul Reddy and Emily Neumann of Reddy & Neu…
Former Ruto Lawyer Addresses Bias Concerns in Supreme Court Bid
Court of Appeal Judge Katwa Kigen told the Judicial Service Commission he would remain impartial if appointed to the Supreme Court, despite concerns about his past role as President William Ruto’s lawyer.Appearing bef…
Kenyan Truck Driver Held in Texas as Immigration Case Proceeds
A Kenyan national, Cyrus Thairu, remains in United States immigration custody after being detained by federal officers in Texas on 26 March.Thairu, a truck driver, had travelled from Illinois to Texas and was heading…
Kenyan Woman Dies in Saudi Arabia While Preparing to Return Home
Grace Wangui Kamande, a Kenyan migrant worker in Saudi Arabia, has died after falling ill while preparing to return home, according to reports.Ms Kamande travelled to Saudi Arabia in November 2025 in search of employm…
Teachers Strike Across Kenya as Term Two Begins
Teachers in several parts of Kenya have begun industrial action as the second school term starts, increasing pressure on the government and the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) to address disputes over employment ter…
US Lawmaker Proposes Bill to End OPT and Tighten H-1B Rules
Senator Jim Banks has introduced the American Tech Workforce Act of 2025, a bill that would end the Optional Practical Training (OPT) programme and impose stricter requirements on the H-1B visa system.Banks said the p…
Peter Anyang’ Nyong’o to Face Senate Committee Over Governance Issues
Kenya’s Senate has summoned Kisumu Governor Peter Anyang’ Nyong’o to explain alleged failures in the management of municipal boards within the county.The action follows deliberations by the Senate’s Devolution and Int…
Why You Should Avoid Kissing a Newborn
Public health specialists warn that kissing a newborn can expose the infant to serious infections during a period when their immune system is not fully developed.Medical professionals advise caution because newborns l…
Kenyan Rugby Star Joshua Weru Signs with Philadelphia Eagles
Kenyan rugby player Joshua Weru has signed with the Philadelphia Eagles through the NFL’s International Player Pathway Programme, becoming the first athlete from Kenya and East Africa to join an NFL roster.Weru, who w…
Kenya Confirms No Casualties as Xenophobic Unrest Hits South Africa
The Kenyan government has confirmed that no citizens have been harmed in the latest wave of xenophobic unrest in South Africa, while maintaining close monitoring of the situation.Diaspora organisations have urged Keny…