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Oburu Odinga: No Formal Talks Between ODM and UDA Yet
Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader Oburu Odinga has stated that no formal talks have begun between ODM and the United Democratic Alliance (UDA), dismissing reports that negotiations had stalled.Speaking to the pr…
Kenyans Abroad Boost Economy with Ksh58 Billion March Inflows
Kenyans abroad sent Ksh58.15 billion (USD 450.3 million) home in March 2026, the highest monthly inflow recorded this year, according to data from the Central Bank of Kenya.The figure marks an increase from Ksh53.31 b…
Kenyan Truck Drivers Warn of DRC Freight Suspension After Colleague’s Killing
Kenyan long-distance truck drivers have warned they may suspend freight services into the Democratic Republic of Congo following the killing of a colleague in Bunia.The Long-Distance Drivers and Conductors Association…
Kenya Steps up Bid to Protect its Diaspora Labour Force After Delays
Kenya’s Labour Migration Management Bill remains pending in the Senate, with debate delayed until Parliament resumes from recess. The hold-up leaves migrant workers without the protections the proposed law is intended…
Should Men Shave Armpit Hair? Experts Weigh in on Hygiene and Comfort
Nigerian musician Burna Boy has addressed public discussion about his decision to keep underarm hair, saying it was a practical choice rather than a statement or superstition.For several years, the Grammy-winning perf…
William Ruto Says Kenyan Talent Can Outshine Afrocinema with Proper Support
President William Ruto has said Kenya’s creative talent can achieve global recognition with proper support, describing performances at the Kenya National Drama Festival State Concert as world-class.Speaking at State H…
Kenyan Athletes Who Switched Nationality and Found Global Success
World Athletics has blocked five Kenyan athletes, including Brigid Kosgei and Ronald Kwemoi, from changing allegiance to Türkiye, preventing them from representing the country in future global competitions.The decisio…
Central Bank of Kenya Warns Inflation Could Hit 6.2% as Global Oil Pressures Mount
Kenya’s inflation rate could rise to 6.2 percent in July if disruptions to global oil supplies persist, the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has said.The warning reflects growing pressure from higher fuel costs linked to s…
Kenya Seeks Labour Agreement with Russia Following Recruitment Scandal
Kenya and Russia have opened talks on a formal labour mobility framework following consultations in Nairobi between Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi and Russian Ambassador Vsevolod Tkachenko on 16 April.During…
Police Caution Against Disruptive Protests in Nairobi CBD Over Fuel Prices
Police in Nairobi have warned against planned demonstrations in the Central Business District (CBD) next Tuesday, saying they will act against any unlawful disruption.Regional Police Commander Issa Mohammud said the r…
World Athletics Blocks Kenyan Athletes’ Switch to Türkiye
World Athletics has blocked several high-profile athletes from switching allegiance to Türkiye, citing concerns about the integrity of international competition and its eligibility rules.The decision affects five Keny…
Oburu Outlines ODM’s 2027 Strategy, Demands Relief for Struggling Kenyans
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has outlined a strategy to strengthen its grassroots structures ahead of the 2027 General Election, with party leader Oburu Odinga stating that the party is entering a new phase of…
H-1B Lottery Success Rates Jump Above 50% in 2027 Cycle
The 2027 H-1B visa lottery is delivering significantly higher selection rates for US employers, with many reporting success rates above 50 percent.Immigration firms say the improved outcomes reflect changes to the app…
Kenyan Maritime Workers Detained in Tanzania Over Suspected Trafficking Case
Nine Kenyan seafarers remain in detention in southern Tanzania after authorities seized their vessel on suspicion of human trafficking.The crew was arrested on 30 March when Tanzanian officials impounded the FV Sea Mf…
Catholic Bishops Raise Alarm Over Shortage of Marriage Certificates in Kenya
Kenya’s Catholic bishops have warned of a shortage of marriage certificates and delays in civil registration, saying the situation is affecting couples seeking to formalise their unions.In a statement issued on Thursd…
Kenyans on Edge as BBC Announces Major Job Cuts
The BBC plans to cut up to 2,000 jobs worldwide as part of a major restructuring, according to interim Director General Rhodri Talfan Davies.Davies said the reductions, which represent about ten per cent of the organi…
Kenyan Woman Found Dead in UK to Be Repatriated on Friday
The body of Edna Mmbali Ombakho will be repatriated to Kenya on Friday, 17 April 2026, following arrangements by her family and the Kenyan diaspora in the United Kingdom.The announcement was made by the family’s coord…
Court Steps In to Stop Housing Project on Contested Mau Mau Site
The High Court of Kenya in Kiambu County has ordered the immediate suspension of a housing project in Githunguri, directing that all construction works on the disputed land stop.In a ruling delivered by Justice Bahati…
US Cracks Down on Visa Fraud Linked to Birth Tourism
US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has launched an initiative to target organised networks suspected of facilitating “birth tourism”, focusing on fraud, financial offences, and visa violations.Internal commu…
IEBC Expands Diaspora Voting to 16 More Countries Ahead of 2027 Election
Kenya’s electoral body plans to expand diaspora voter registration to 16 additional countries ahead of the 2027 General Election.The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) said the new registration dri…