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How a Brave Girl Fled Saudi Arabia and Found Freedom in Canada
Rahaf Mohammed's audacious escape from Saudi Arabia in January 2019 spotlighted the severe restrictions imposed on women in the kingdom and sparked international debate over women's rights in authoritarian states. Moh…
Court Greenlights Vetting of IEBC Nominees, Blocks Swearing-in
The High Court has authorised Parliament to proceed with the vetting of seven nominees slated to lead the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC). The court, however, has issued a conservatory order bar…
Siaya Community in Shock as Two Missing Schoolgirls Found Murdered
The community of Yala is gripped by fear and outrage following the separate murders of two secondary school students, Emma Akinyi Onyango, 17, and Angel Mitchell Atieno, 18, in Gem Sub-county. Emma Akinyi Onyango, a s…
Police Bust Eldoret Phone Hacking Syndicate
Kenyan authorities are intensifying their crackdown on mobile phone fraud, issuing stern warnings to the public against tampering with devices obtained through credit plans, following a surge in illicit activities tar…
Kenya Bans Celebrity Endorsements in Gambling Ads to Curb Betting Culture
In a decisive move to curb the glamorization of gambling and protect vulnerable groups from excessive betting, the Betting Control and Licensing Board (BCLB) of Kenya has implemented sweeping new restrictions on gambl…
President Ruto Confident of Landslide Win in 2027 Against Opposition
President William Ruto has voiced confidence in his prospects for re-election in 2027, even as critical budgetary shortfalls threaten preparations for the upcoming general election. The National Treasury has revealed…
EB1A Green Card: Why Citation Count Alone Won’t Guarantee Approval
For professionals seeking the EB1A green card, a common misconception persists: a high citation count guarantees success. While citations undeniably bolster an application, immigration experts emphasise that they are…
Kenyan Nurse Khadija Juma Honoured in Dubai for Innovative Blood Donation Program
Kenyan nurse Khadija Mohamed Juma was welcomed home Tuesday with celebratory fanfare after being named a top 10 finalist in the prestigious 2025 Aster Guardians Global Nursing Award in Dubai on Monday. While Ghana's N…
Kisumu’s Housing Sector Transforms with New Makasembo Estate Development
The New Makasembo Estate, a large-scale housing development, has been inaugurated in Kisumu.The estate is poised to address the city's pressing housing needs and establish a new benchmark for urban residential project…
Whistleblower Reveals Political Links Behind Ngong Forest Hotel Project
The construction of a luxury hotel within the Ngong Road Forest has ignited a significant controversy, as allegations of procedural irregularities, lack of environmental approvals, and potential ecological damage surf…
US Green Card Holder Details ‘Dehumanising’ Immigration Detention
The detention of Fabian Schmidt, a US green card holder, upon his return to Boston Logan International Airport after an overseas trip has reignited concerns over the scope and severity of immigration enforcement polic…
Investigation Reveals Terror Network Behind KICC and DusitD2 Attacks
A meticulous investigation has uncovered a definitive connection between the thwarted 2018 bombing attempt at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) and the devastating 2019 attack on the DusitD2 hotel co…
Nakuru M-Pesa Attendant Found Dead After Week-Long Search
The week-long search for Hannah Waithera, a 23-year-old M-Pesa attendant reported missing on May 21, has ended tragically with the discovery of her body at the Nakuru City mortuary. Waithera was last seen leaving her…
Raila Odinga Donates Five Acres in Kisumu for Affordable Housing Project
Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has donated five acres of land in Kisumu County to support the government's affordable housing initiative. The contribution is poised to accelerate efforts to address the nationwide…
Gachagua and Kalonzo Lead Opposition Strategy Talks in Tseikuru, Kitui County
Key opposition figures convened at Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka's residence in Tseikuru, Kitui County, on May 29, 2025, for a high-stakes strategy session. The gathering follows a similar consultative forum host…
Kenya’s Supreme Court to Rule on Petition Seeking 2026 Presidential Election
The Supreme Court of Kenya is poised to deliver a landmark ruling on a politically charged petition challenging the constitutionality of the current presidential term. This decision could significantly alter the count…
Boy,8, Dies Protecting Younger Brother from Knife Attack
The Barnabas area of Nakuru Town East is reeling from the tragic death of eight-year-old Maxwell Ndumia, who died protecting his younger brother from a violent assault. Maxwell Ndumia, known for his bravery and famili…
Celebrated Kenyan Writer Ngugi wa Thiong'o is Dead
Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o, the internationally acclaimed Kenyan author and a staunch advocate for African languages and cultural identity, has died at his home at the age of 87. His passing, announced Wednesday, May 28, 2025…
Is Newborn Circumcision the Right Choice for Your Son?
The decision to circumcise a newborn is a complex one, influenced by medical recommendations, cultural traditions, and personal convictions. While the practice has historical roots, the debate surrounding neonatal cir…
US Government Suspends Visa Interviews for Foreign Students
US immigration policies are facing heightened scrutiny following a series of enforcement actions by the Trump administration.These actions, which include halting student visa interviews, conducting unexpected immigrat…