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Tragedy Strikes Kitengela: Three Dead After Poisoning Incident
Three individuals have died, and two others are currently fighting for their lives following a tragic poisoning incident in Kitengela, Kenya. The situation has raised alarm among local residents and authorities, promp…
Kenyan Women in Germany Celebrate Culture at Annual Event in Troisdorf
Kenyan women living in Germany gathered in Troisdorf for the 2026 Kenyan Women in Germany Annual Event, celebrating their culture and strengthening ties within the diaspora.The event brought together members of the Ke…
Gachagua Questions Opposition Unity Ahead of 2027 Election
Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has questioned whether Kenya’s opposition parties can remain united ahead of the 2027 General Election.Speaking to members of the Kenyan diaspora in the Unite…
Two mass shootings in South Africa leave 27 dead
Two mass shootings in South Africa have resulted in the tragic deaths of 27 individuals, marking a significant escalation in the country's ongoing struggle with gang-related violence. The attacks occurred hours apart…
Ethiopia’s army promises restraint amid fears of new civil war
Ethiopia's army has pledged to exercise restraint as tensions rise amid fears of a potential new civil war. This announcement comes in the wake of accusations from the army chief, who has claimed that Eritrea is provi…
Lupita Nyong'o Invests in Nairobi City Thunder's Ambitious BAL Franchise
Oscar-winning actress Lupita Nyong'o has made headlines with her recent decision to acquire a significant stake in the Nairobi City Thunder, a basketball team gearing up for a Sh6.5 billion bid to participate in the B…
Ruto's UNGA Message Collides with Reality at Home
In a high-profile address at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, Kenyan President William Ruto called for significant reforms in global governance, particularly highlighting Africa's long-standing…
Court Blocks Access to IFMIS Secrets in Major Graft Case
A court in Kenya has blocked a bid to unlock the Integrated Financial Management Information System (IFMIS) secrets in a case involving alleged graft amounting to Sh14.8 million. This ruling comes amid ongoing discuss…
Uganda: Gnbu Calls for Renewed Action As Uganda Reviews Strategy On Child Marriage and Teenage Pregnancy
Girls Not Brides Uganda (GNBU) has called for renewed commitment and stronger multisectoral collaboration as Uganda reviews its National Strategy to End Child Marriage and Teenage Pregnancy. This call to action comes…
Mwakilishi News Bulletin - Evening Edition, Saturday 26 September 2026
This bulletin covers US immigration changes, Kenyan political news, and global developments.
Africa Urged to Strengthen Budget Oversight Amid Financial Challenges
As African economies grapple with escalating debt levels and financial vulnerabilities, experts have called for robust oversight of public finances by African parliaments. This call, made against the backdrop of incre…
Russia targeting 'ordinary life' with attacks on Ukraine's data centres, Zelensky says
Russia has intensified its campaign against Ukraine's digital infrastructure by targeting data centers, a move that Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky says aims to disrupt the everyday lives of Ukrainians. Accordi…
Uganda: The 'Weapon of Starvation' Strangles Civilians Amid the Ferocity of 'Banned Weapons'
In Uganda, the grave issue of malnutrition continues to afflict civilian populations, a situation described as the use of a 'weapon of starvation' amidst the brutality of 'banned weapons'. This dire scenario has left…
Are Ethiopians marching back to war in Tigray?
Tensions are escalating once again in Ethiopia's Tigray region, raising concerns about a potential return to conflict between the Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) and the national army. This development follows…
Ruto Says Opposition Criticism Is Giving His Government ‘Free Publicity’
President William Ruto has dismissed criticism of his development record, saying opposition claims about projects in his political strongholds are instead giving his government “free publicity”.Speaking in Wundanyi, T…
‘I Stood with Raila for 15 Years’: Kalonzo Courts Odinga’s Support Base
The Ukombozi Alliance has stepped up its opposition campaign in Busia County, with Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka presenting the coalition as a political force capable of challenging President William Ru…
U.S. Green Card Lottery Registration Window Shortened, Affecting African Applicants
The United States has announced a significant reduction in the registration window for the 2027 Diversity Visa Lottery, a move that is likely to impact many potential immigrants from Africa, including Kenya. The regis…
Global Grids Accelerator Launched to Boost Clean Energy in Africa and South-East Asia
The United Nations Secretary-General, António Guterres, has unveiled a new initiative, the Global Grids Accelerator, aimed at enhancing investment in electricity infrastructure across Africa and South-East Asia. The p…
Dangote Refinery IPO Opens Ownership to Nigerian Investors
The recent announcement of an initial public offering (IPO) by Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals has opened a new chapter for Nigerian investors. The IPO, which offers 4.1 billion ordinary shares at a pric…
Mwakilishi News Bulletin - Midday Edition, Saturday 26 September 2026
This bulletin covers Kenyan diaspora initiatives, U.S. immigration changes, and conflicts in Tigray and South Sudan.