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Iran Launches Missile Barrage on Israel After US Strikes Nuclear Sites
A major escalation of tensions in the Middle East has unfolded as Iran launched a large-scale missile assault on Israel in retaliation for a series of United States airstrikes targeting key Iranian nuclear facilities…
Double Tragedy in Mwiki: Teen Girl Killed, Protester Shot Dead
The Mwiki area of Nairobi is reeling from the deaths of two 18-year-olds, Abby Wanjiku and Joshua Mwangi, whose lives were tragically cut short within hours of each other. Abby Wanjiku was found dead in her mother's h…
Ruto Gives Cabinet Two Weeks to Deliver Flagship Project Plans
President William Ruto has issued a two-week ultimatum to his Cabinet, demanding detailed implementation plans for flagship projects. The directive, delivered at a National Executive Retreat in Karen, underscores the…
Brain Drain Crisis Deepens as Kenyan Nurses Flee to the US and Gulf States
Kenya's healthcare system is facing a critical challenge as a growing number of nurses seek employment opportunities abroad, threatening to exacerbate existing workforce shortages. This escalating brain drain is fuele…
Undocumented Families Brace for Arrest as Trump's Enforcement Sweeps Expand
Approximately 50 demonstrators gathered outside a Los Angeles hotel on Thursday night, staging a protest against the immigration enforcement policies of the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The demonstrat…
Death Announcement: Cedric "Cedo" Awitty of Chantilly, Virginia
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Cedric "Cedo" Awitty in Chantilly, Virginia, USA on Monday, June 9, 2025, after a brief illness.Cedric was the beloved son of Margaret and Jacob Awitty…
Viral Video of Homeless Kenyan Woman in the US Sparks Diaspora Outcry
A viral TikTok video featuring a homeless Kenyan woman in the United States has ignited a wave of concern and calls for action within the global Kenyan diaspora. The brief video shows a woman identifying herself as Ra…
Blow to Governors as Senate Demands End to Self-Promotion on Public Infrastructure
The Kenyan Senate has issued a stern rebuke against the growing trend of county leaders branding publicly funded projects and vehicles with their names, images, and slogans, denouncing it as a misuse of power and a br…
Kenyan High Court Strikes Down Discriminatory Inheritance Clause Against Widowers
The Kenyan High Court has invalidated a section of the Law of Succession Act that imposed a discriminatory requirement on widowers to demonstrate financial dependence on their deceased wives to inherit property. The r…
Deaths in Detention: Are Kenyan Police Cells Safe?
Recent inquiries into custodial deaths in Kenya are casting a stark light on a persistent crisis of accountability, raising concerns about alleged cover-ups and systemic failures within the country's law enforcement a…
Superbrands East Africa Honours Mi Vida for Raising Real Estate Standards in Nairobi
Mi Vida, a Nairobi-based real estate developer, has been recognised as a Superbrand by Superbrands East Africa, solidifying its position as a leading and trusted corporate entity within the region. This achievement, a…
USCIS Updates Medical Exam Policy, Effective June 2025
The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is set to implement stricter guidelines on the use of Form I-693, the medical examination report required for various immigration applications, from 11 June 2025. Un…
Web Developer Rose Njeri Acquitted in Nairobi Over Viral Campaign Opposing Finance Bill 2025
A Nairobi court on Friday dismissed criminal charges against Web Developer and Activist Rose Njeri, citing insufficient legal grounds for prosecution. The charges, stemming from her digital campaign against the conten…
Federal Agents Barred From Dodger Stadium as Immigration Tensions Flare
A controversial episode unfolded near Dodger Stadium on Thursday, stirring up a blend of public concern and protest. The incident commenced with an appearance by a convoy of unmarked government vehicles, sparking a mi…
Deliver on Pledges, Ruto Tells Cabinet at Karen Retreat
President William Ruto has issued a firm ultimatum to his Cabinet and senior government officials: deliver on campaign promises to the Kenyan populace or risk jeopardising the nation's future. Speaking at the Third Na…
Gachagua Faces Backlash Over Past Support for Police Crackdowns Against Protests
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has dramatically shifted his political allegiance, transforming from a staunch supporter of President William Ruto into a prominent critic. Gachagua's change of heart follows his remo…
Raila Regrets Collapse of Sh637 Billion Adani Airport Deal
Former Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Odinga has voiced his regret over the abandonment of a Sh637 billion project with India's Adani Group, intended to transform Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) into a premier…
DusitD2 Terror Attack Facilitators Sentenced to 30 Years in Prison
Two men have been sentenced to 30 years in prison by the High Court in Kenya for their roles in facilitating the 2019 DusitD2 hotel complex attack in Nairobi. The attack, orchestrated by Al-Shabaab militants, resulted…
Maraga: From Judiciary to Presidency, Here’s What I’ll Change
Former Chief Justice David Maraga has declared his candidacy for the 2027 presidential election, promising a platform centred on ethical governance and the restoration of constitutional order. In a nationally televise…
Nairobi Gears Up for June 25 Protests as Police Complete Tactical Blueprint
Nairobi is bracing itself for widespread protests scheduled to begin on 25 June. Kenyan authorities are implementing a multilayered strategy designed to maintain public safety and uphold constitutional rights to peace…