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Music as a Political Weapon: Kenyan Artists Challenge Power Through Songs
As Kenyans grapple with the contentious Finance Bill and increased police presence, a resurgence of protest music underscores the nation's enduring tradition of using song as a powerful tool for political expression. …
Nationwide ICE Arrests During Immigration Hearings Labelled 'Unlawful' in Federal Case
A coalition of legal advocacy organisations has launched a federal class-action lawsuit against the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of Justice (DOJ), alleging a systematic strategy to circu…
US Introduces $250 Visa Integrity Fee for All Non-Immigrant Applicants
The United States has initiated a $250 "visa integrity fee" for all non-immigrant visa applicants, impacting individuals seeking entry for tourism, education, employment, and cultural exchange. The charge, effective f…
Mama Kayai Honoured with Lifetime Achievement Award in the US
Kenyan screen legend Mary Khavere, widely known as Mama Kayai, has received a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Myogenic Excellence Awards in the United States, marking a career spanning four decades in East African t…
Murkomen Issues New Use-of-Force Directive to Police
Kenya's Interior Cabinet Secretary, Kipchumba Murkomen, has introduced a new policy directive regulating the use of force and firearms by law enforcement officers. The move follows intense public criticism over police…
Second Patient Murdered at Kenyatta National Hospital
Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) is facing renewed scrutiny following the murder of a patient, Edward Maingi Ndegwa, who was discovered on Thursday in Ward 7B. Ndegwa's death, with his throat slit, mirrors the killing…
Ten Realities of Kenyan Marriages: From Clout Chasers to Toxic Couples
The public perception of marriage in Kenya is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by the rise of social media and evolving cultural norms. While traditional community celebrations persist, the modern Kenya…
9 Major UK Visit Visa Changes in 2025
The United Kingdom has implemented a series of significant reforms to its visit visa system, effective from 2025. Aimed at modernising border management and enhancing the experience for millions of annual visitors, th…
US Deportation Deal With Eswatini Sparks Diplomatic Crisis in Southern Africa
A diplomatic crisis is escalating across southern Africa following the United States' transfer of five convicted foreign nationals to the Kingdom of Eswatini under a controversial deportation arrangement.The deal has…
Kenyan Woman in Lebanon Pleads for Help After Being Blamed for Shop Robbery
A Kenyan domestic worker employed overseas is appealing for assistance after being implicated in a high-value shop robbery. Spenica Ogenja, juggling household duties with retail work, is facing substantial financial d…
Michelle Watiki Leaves Rolls-Royce to Launch Tech Startup in Nairobi
Amidst a growing trend of African diaspora professionals returning to the continent, Michelle Watiki, a 27-year-old engineer-turned-entrepreneur, has left a promising career in Britain to tackle the data challenges wi…
CEO Dies After Alleged Forced Injection in Nairobi, Family Seeks Justice
The Kenyan healthcare system is under intense scrutiny following the death of Susan Kamengere Njoki, CEO and founder of Toto Touch Kenya, and a separate murder within the Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH). Susan Kameng…
Jalang'o Predicts Ruto’s Re-Election, Says Opposition Has No Match
Lang’ata Member of Parliament (MP) Phelix Odiwuor, known as Jalang'o, has asserted that President William Ruto is highly likely to secure a second term in the 2027 general election.The MP also predicts that Embakasi E…
Mount Kenya MPs Demand Justice Over July Protest Deaths and Destruction
In the wake of widespread protests that gripped Kenya in late June and early July, Members of Parliament from the Mount Kenya region are demanding thorough investigations and justice for the violence that resulted in…
Ruto-Raila MoU Under Scrutiny as ODM Prepares for Nairobi Convention
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) is gearing up for a critical National Delegates Convention (NDC) in October 2025. The convention will address the party's leadership structure, ideological direction, and strategic…
Women’s Rights Icon Phoebe Asiyo Dies at 90 in North Carolina
Phoebe Muga Asiyo, a revered figure in Kenyan politics and a champion of women’s rights, has died in North Carolina, United States, at the age of 90. Her family has confirmed her passing, marking the end of an era for…
Canada to Issue 10,000 Invitations Under Parents and Grandparents Program Starting 28 July
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is set to issue up to 10,000 invitations starting 28 July 2025, under the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP), offering a pathway to permanent residency for the p…
From England to Juja: Kenya’s Oldest Prefab House Marks 120 Years of History
As urban sprawl from Nairobi relentlessly encroaches upon the historic Juja Farm, Juja House, a unique early 20th-century structure, stands as a potent symbol of Kenya's colonial past and evolving heritage. Constructe…
Why I Left the US to Launch Two Businesses in Nairobi
Sally Ngoje, a 28-year-old management consultant and entrepreneur, has returned to Nairobi from New York, embracing the city's burgeoning startup ecosystem after a period of professional and personal reflection. Her m…
Global Peace Index Places Kenya Among Least Peaceful Nations
Kenya is facing escalating internal strife, according to the latest Global Peace Index, which ranks the nation at 127 out of 163 countries. This marks a significant deterioration in national stability, with the countr…