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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.
Stakeholders Call for Review of Tobacco Control (Amendment) Bill, 2025 in Kenya
In Eldoret, stakeholders from Uasin Gishu County have raised concerns over proposed changes to Kenya's Tobacco Control Act that could significantly impact local businesses and livelihoods. As Parliament reviews the To…
Kenya Sends 169 Teachers to France Under Language Exchange Programme
Kenyan Teachers Head to France Under Language Exchange ProgrammeKenya will send 169 participants to France for the 2026–27 academic year under the French language assistant programme, with the group due to work in pri…
Gachagua Pledges to Block Hard Drugs From Entering Kenya Within One Year
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has pledged to stop hard drugs from entering Kenya within one year if elected, making the fight against narcotics and excessive alcohol consumption a central part of his platfo…
How fresh fighting in Tigray could spark wider conflict in Ethiopia
Fresh fighting has erupted in Ethiopia's Tigray region, raising concerns of a potential broader conflict within the country. The tensions have been escalating between the Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) and th…
Kenya's Ruto Maintains Lead in Mizani Presidential Preference Poll
In a significant indicator of political climate ahead of the 2027 Kenyan general election, President William Ruto is holding a commanding lead in the latest presidential preference poll. Conducted by Mizani Africa, th…
Diaspora Teachers to Support Kenya’s Education Sector Through MwalimuMajuu
Kenya is exploring ways to involve teachers and education professionals living abroad in strengthening the country’s education sector, with discussions in New York focusing on skills and technology transfer.Diaspora A…
Woman Arrested at JKIA with Cocaine Worth KSh13.5 Million
A woman wanted by Kenyan detectives was arrested at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) while allegedly attempting to leave the country with cocaine worth more than KSh13.5 million.The Directorate of Criminal I…
Teen Mothers Face Crisis as SHA Maternity Coverage Falls Short
Teenage mothers and other vulnerable women in Kenya are experiencing significant challenges related to unpaid maternity bills and delays in discharge from healthcare facilities. This situation has been exacerbated by…
Internet restricted after fighting breaks out in Ethiopia's Tigray region
Internet access has been restricted in Ethiopia's Tigray region as tensions once again escalate between the Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) and the national army. The disruption comes amid renewed conflict tha…
South Sudan's President Dissolves Government Ahead of Country's First Elections
South Sudan's President has taken a decisive step towards the country's long-awaited democratic transition by dissolving the government, marking a significant move in anticipation of the first elections since the coun…
DHS Proposes Rule to Revoke Work Authorization for H-1B Spouses
In a move that could significantly impact many families in the United States, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has proposed a new rule that would revoke work authorization for spouses of H-1B visa holders. Th…
Iran Proposes 7-Day Plan to End War
In a significant diplomatic move, Iran has unveiled a seven-day plan aimed at ending ongoing conflicts in the region. The proposal, disclosed on September 25, 2026, includes the reopening of the strategically crucial…
Austin ICE Shooting Highlights Shifts in U.S. Immigration Policy
In Austin, Texas, a recent incident involving U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has brought attention to significant shifts in immigration policy under the Trump administration. The event, which occurred…
Mwakilishi News Bulletin - Evening Edition, Friday 25 September 2026
Today's bulletin covers diaspora, Kenya, world, business, real estate, and sports news.
Kenya and US Enhance Security at Manda Bay Following Al-Shabaab Attack
Six years after a devastating attack by Al-Shabaab, Kenya and the United States are testing the defenses at Manda Bay, a strategic military installation located in the coastal region of Kenya. The collaborative effort…
Two More Suspects Arrested in High-Profile Murder Case of Lawyer Kyalo Mbobu
Two additional suspects have been arrested in connection with the murder of lawyer Kyalo Mbobu in Nairobi, Kenya. Nicholas Lemiso Naula was apprehended in the Central Business District, further intensifying the ongoin…
Tigray's Mekelle Faces Economic Crisis Amid Renewed Fighting
Mekelle, the capital of Ethiopia's Tigray region, is reportedly facing a severe cash shortage as fighting escalates in the area. A resident of the city has described the current atmosphere as calm, yet the anxiety amo…
Kenyan Nurses in the UK Turn Frontline Experience into Research
Kenyan nurses and midwives working in the UK are increasingly turning their frontline experience into research, quality improvement and policy work, with Sally Njoki Nyinza of the Kenya Nurses and Midwives Association…