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Police Probe Death of Sudanese Woman at British National’s Home in Malindi
Police in Malindi, Kilifi County, are investigating the death of a Sudanese woman who sustained fatal injuries inside the compound of a British national’s residence.The deceased, 27-year-old Regina Ayen Manyang, was f…
Bob Njagi and Nicholas Oyoo Freed After Kenya Intervenes in Uganda
Two Kenyan human rights activists who went missing in Uganda over a month ago have been released and returned to Kenya following diplomatic efforts by Nairobi.Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Dr Korir Sing’oei conf…
Uhuru Plots Major Political Comeback Ahead of 2027
Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta has re-entered Kenya’s political scene, endorsing former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i as his preferred candidate for the 2027 presidential race.Speaking at a Jubilee Party…
Canada Introduces Global Talent Strategy to Capitalise on the US H-1B Fee Increase
Canada is stepping up efforts to attract global talent following the United States’ decision to introduce a $100,000 fee for H-1B visa applications.The federal government’s 2025 Budget outlines a multi-year immigratio…
Kenya Urges Citizens Abroad to Register With Embassies and Share Details of Those at Risk
The Kenyan government has called on its citizens living abroad to register with the nearest embassy or high commission, citing growing safety concerns and the need for stronger emergency support.In a notice issued thi…
Kenya Court Stops Government from Enforcing Social Media Shutdown Under Cybercrimes Law
A Kenyan High Court has temporarily stopped the enforcement of two provisions in the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes (Amendment) Act 2024, pending a full hearing on their constitutionality.In a ruling delivered on Thu…
Huduma Centres Begin Offering First-Time ID Registration Nationwide
Huduma Kenya has begun issuing first-time national identity cards at selected Huduma Centres across the country.This has expanded access to a service previously available only through the National Registration Bureau…
Several Fall Ill After Suspicious Package Delivered to Air Force One Base
Authorities are investigating a suspicious package that caused several people to fall ill and led to the evacuation of buildings at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland, the military facility that supports Air Force One.Acc…
Ruto, Zelenskyy Discuss Release of Kenyans Caught Up in Ukraine War
President William Ruto has urged Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to release several Kenyan nationals reportedly detained in Ukraine after being caught up in the conflict with Russia.The appeal was made during…
Kenya Seeks Clarity on Citizens Detained in Tanzania
Kenya has raised formal concerns with Tanzania over the safety of its citizens following reports of harassment, arrests and violence against foreigners amid post-election unrest.Kenya’s Ministry of Foreign and Diaspor…
Governor Kihika’s Visit to Flood-Hit Naivasha Turns Chaotic as Crowd Turns Violent
Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika was evacuated on Thursday evening after violence broke out during a flood relief event in Naivasha’s Kihoto Estate.Governor Kihika had been visiting the area to assess damage caused by ris…
Principal Missing After Early Morning Crash on Eldoret–Malaba Highway
Police in Kakamega County are investigating the disappearance of a secondary school principal who went missing after a road accident on Monday morning along the Eldoret–Malaba Highway.Simon Isiaho Shange, the head of…
Kalonzo Urges Renaming of Ithookwe Stadium in Honour of Raila Odinga
Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has urged that the refurbished Ithookwe Stadium in Kitui County be renamed in honour of the late former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga.Kalonzo made the appeal during a visit to Op…
80,000 Visas Revoked Under Trump, Says US Government
The US government has revoked more than 80,000 non-immigrant visas since President Donald Trump returned to office in January 2025. This marks one of the largest immigration enforcement actions in recent years. Accord…
H-1B Filing Resumes: US Launches System for Employers to Submit and Track Applications
The US Department of Labour has restored its main processing systems for foreign worker applications after a month-long disruption, allowing employers and applicants to resume filing and tracking cases.The Office of F…
US Issues Warning Over False DV-2027 Lottery Announcements
The US Department of State has rejected claims that the Diversity Visa (DV) 2027 Lottery is currently open, warning the public against false information and fraudulent registration services.In a statement issued throu…
New Seven-Storey Gikomba Market Aims to End Years of Fire Disasters
Nairobi County has completed the construction of a new seven-storey Gikomba Market complex, aiming to end years of devastating fires and improve safety for thousands of traders.The modern facility, located along Quarr…
Kenyan Teacher John Okoth Ogutu Killed in Post-Election Violence in Tanzania
A Kenyan teacher has been killed in Tanzania during violent unrest following the country’s disputed general elections on 29 October 2025.John Okoth Ogutu, 33, was reportedly shot dead by police at Goba Centre in Ubung…
How Young Kenyans Are Finding Opportunity and Purpose in France
Young Kenyans are increasingly building new careers and identities across France, from the capital Paris to the northern city of Calais, through education, work, and cultural exchange programmes.Among them is Collines…
“Finish Him”: Mombasa Constable Sentenced for Killing Unarmed Man
A police constable has been convicted of murdering a 21-year-old man in Likoni, Mombasa, following a 2018 shooting that exposed serious misconduct and cover-ups within the police force.The High Court found Constable Y…