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Tribal Clashes in South Sudan Result in At Least 26 Fatalities
At least 26 individuals have been killed in recent tribal clashes in South Sudan. The violent confrontations are reported to have occurred in the Jonglei state, which has a history of ethnic tensions and conflict.The…
Uganda: KCB Bank Backs Uganda's Push for Mineral Value Addition
KCB Bank Uganda has reiterated its commitment to bolstering Uganda's industrialization efforts by providing financial solutions to the mining and minerals sector. This announcement comes as Uganda intensifies its init…
Trump's New Public Charge Rule for Green Card Applicants Takes Effect, Affecting African Immigrants
The Trump administration's newly implemented 'public charge' rule for green card applicants officially took effect on September 19, 2026, across the United States. This rule introduces stricter criteria for determinin…
Kenya Revenue Authority Intercepts Smuggled Goods Worth Sh46.7mn
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has successfully intercepted a significant consignment of smuggled goods en route to Nairobi, with an estimated value of Sh46.77 million. The goods, which included cigarettes, shisha…
Maraga Backs Electronic Voting for Kenyans Living Abroad
Former Chief Justice David Maraga has stepped up his outreach to Kenyans in the United States, meeting nearly 300 nurses in Maryland during his ongoing US tour.The meeting, held in Towson on Saturday, brought together…
Applying for a US Green Card? Here’s What the New Rules Mean for Kenyans
Kenyans seeking permanent residence in the United States now face broader scrutiny of their financial circumstances under a new immigration rule that took effect on 18 September.Issued by the US Department of Homeland…
Ruto Accuses Uhuru of Undermining His Government Amid Political Tensions
President William Ruto has escalated his public criticism of former President Uhuru Kenyatta, accusing him of undermining the current government. This political drama unfolded in Nairobi, Kenya, as tensions between th…
Yemen War Intensifies as Houthi Militia Advances on Marib
The conflict in Yemen has escalated as Houthi militia forces advance towards the strategically vital Marib Province, posing a significant challenge to the Saudi-backed government forces in the region. The province, kn…
US Court Blocks Trump Plan to Deport Migrants to Third Countries
A United States court has halted a significant component of President Donald Trump's immigration policies, dealing a blow to his administration's efforts to manage the country's immigration system. The court's decisio…
Trump Administration Extends $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee Hike for Another Year
In a significant policy decision affecting international professionals, President Donald Trump's administration has extended the $100,000 fee for H-1B visas by another year. This development, announced on September 19…
Abducted South African journalist found dead with gunshot wounds
The body of Owen Ndlovu, a veteran South African broadcaster, was discovered with gunshot wounds shortly after being abducted by armed men near Johannesburg. This tragic event has sent shockwaves across the media land…
USCIS Implements Rule Limiting Asylum Applications for Ineligible Aliens
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has introduced a new rule aimed at streamlining the asylum process by limiting opportunities for ineligible applicants. This rule, announced on September…
Korea, African Development Bank Sign Deal to Launch Joint AI Hub to Support Africa
The African Development Bank Group and the Republic of Korea have initiated a significant collaboration to foster the development of artificial intelligence technologies in Africa. On September 9, 2026, officials from…
Mwakilishi News Bulletin - Evening Edition, Friday 18 September 2026
Diaspora, immigration, and Kenya news highlight the evening edition, covering key developments.
Inside Parliament's probe into secondary school fees and capitation
In Kenya, a parliamentary investigation has been launched into the disparities between the government’s capitation disbursements to secondary schools and the actual number of students these funds are intended to suppo…
New Trump Public Charge Rule Threatens Green Card Eligibility for Thousands in Kern County
Thousands of immigrants in Kern County, California, are facing uncertainty regarding their eligibility for green cards due to a new public charge rule implemented under the administration of U.S. President Donald Trum…
‘We Are on Standby’: Ruku Says Kenya Is Ready for El Niño Rains
Kenya’s government says it has put contingency measures in place ahead of heavy rains forecast from October, with officials warning that rainfall could be intensified by a possible El Niño event.Public Service Cabinet…
US Issues Fresh Warning to Foreign Students Over Political Activities
Foreign students in the United States, including Kenyans, have been warned that acting on behalf of foreign governments or organisations without meeting US disclosure requirements could lead to the loss of immigration…
37 Miners Die in Nigerian Police Custody, Protests Erupt
In a tragic incident in Nigeria, 37 miners have died while in police custody, leading to widespread protests across the country. The deaths occurred in a detention facility where survivors reported being held in dire…
East Africa's Iconic Snow Peaks Face Imminent Extinction
East Africa's iconic equatorial glaciers, which crown the summits of some of the region's most prominent mountain peaks, are facing the threat of complete extinction within the next three to five years. This alarming…