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Immigrants Could Compete for Citizenship in Proposed DHS-Endorsed Show
Immigration

Immigrants Could Compete for Citizenship in Proposed DHS-Endorsed Show

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is currently reviewing a controversial proposal for a reality television show titled "The American," which would feature immigrants competing for the ultimate prize: US citize…

May 17, 2025
Kenyan Cabinet Secretaries Announce Key Leadership Appointments
Kenya

Kenyan Cabinet Secretaries Announce Key Leadership Appointments

The Kenyan government has announced sweeping changes across key leadership positions within various ministries. The reshuffling, formalised in the May 16 gazette notice, signals a concerted effort by the administratio…

May 17, 2025
Kenyan Widowhood Rituals Under Fire
Lifestyle

Kenyan Widowhood Rituals Under Fire

A brutal assault on a Kenyan widow, Mellen Mogaka, purportedly enforcing cultural traditions, has ignited national outrage and reignited discussions about gender-based violence and cultural oppression in Kenya. Video…

May 17, 2025
Petrol Users Pay More in Taxes Than Product Cost
Business

Petrol Users Pay More in Taxes Than Product Cost

Kenyan motorists and businesses are facing unprecedented fuel costs as taxes and levies on petrol now exceed the actual cost of the product itself. The latest pricing schedule from the country's energy regulator revea…

May 17, 2025
Gachagua Adopts Ruto’s Hustler Strategy in Bid for Kenya’s Presidency
Kenya

Gachagua Adopts Ruto’s Hustler Strategy in Bid for Kenya’s Presidency

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has formally broken with President William Ruto, announcing the formation of the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) as a platform for his anticipated challenge in the 2027…

May 17, 2025
White House Proposes New Policy Allowing Indefinite Green Card Revocation Powers
Immigration

White House Proposes New Policy Allowing Indefinite Green Card Revocation Powers

A legal challenge centred on the US Attorney General's authority to revoke lawful permanent residency status, even years after its initial approval, played out before the Third Circuit Court of Appeals on Tuesday, ign…

May 16, 2025
US Border Officials Remove Green-Card Holder from Flight at Dallas Airport
Immigration

US Border Officials Remove Green-Card Holder from Flight at Dallas Airport

The cancellation of Texas band Lord Buffalo's European tour was prompted by the detention of their drummer, Yamal Said, at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport on Monday, triggering a wave of concern over the scrut…

May 16, 2025
Kisumu Designer Morgan Azedy Makes International Debut at Berlin Fashion Week
Entertainment

Kisumu Designer Morgan Azedy Makes International Debut at Berlin Fashion Week

Morgan Azedy, a 25-year-old designer from Kisumu, Kenya, recently made his international debut at Berlin Fashion Week, showcasing his unique designs and marking a significant step in his burgeoning career. Known profe…

May 16, 2025
Luxury Hotel Construction in Ngong Road Forest Sparks Conservation Outrage
Kenya

Luxury Hotel Construction in Ngong Road Forest Sparks Conservation Outrage

Construction of a luxury hotel within the protected Ngong Road Forest has ignited a firestorm of controversy, raising serious concerns among environmental conservationists and prompting demands for immediate governmen…

May 16, 2025
Kenya Expands Educational Opportunities for Students Seeking Studies in New Zealand
Diaspora

Kenya Expands Educational Opportunities for Students Seeking Studies in New Zealand

The Kenyan government is actively pursuing strategies to leverage its diaspora workforce, initiating collaborations with Kenyan-owned recruitment agencies abroad to enhance labour mobility. The Kenya High Commission i…

May 16, 2025
Government to Integrate Learner Data with Maisha Namba in New Education Plan
Kenya

Government to Integrate Learner Data with Maisha Namba in New Education Plan

Kenya is poised to revolutionise its education data management with the launch of the Kenya Education Management Information System (KEMIS) on July 1, 2025, Principal Secretary for Education Julius Bitok has announced…

May 16, 2025
Gladys Wanga Pays Sh131,000 for Granny Who Offered Chickens for School Fees
Kenya

Gladys Wanga Pays Sh131,000 for Granny Who Offered Chickens for School Fees

A grandmother from Homa Bay County, identified as Consolata Aoko Oduya, resorted to offering six chickens as partial payment for her grandchildren’s outstanding school fees. The incident, which quickly gained traction…

May 16, 2025
IEBC Nominees Face Court Battle Over Alleged Partisan Affiliations
Kenya

IEBC Nominees Face Court Battle Over Alleged Partisan Affiliations

The reconstitution of Kenya's Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is facing significant headwinds as a legal challenge filed in the High Court threatens to derail the process and potentially comprom…

May 16, 2025
Kenyan Footballer Collins Okoth Faces Murder Trial
Kenya

Kenyan Footballer Collins Okoth Faces Murder Trial

Former Kenyan international footballer Collins "Gattuso" Okoth is currently on trial at Milimani High Court in Nairobi, facing murder charges that have brought renewed attention to the challenges and struggles faced b…

May 16, 2025
FBI Warns International Students of Sophisticated Visa Scam
Immigration

FBI Warns International Students of Sophisticated Visa Scam

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has issued an urgent warning to international students in the United States, particularly those from Middle Eastern countries, regarding a sophisticated scam designed to explo…

May 16, 2025
How Kenyan Homeowners Can Improve Property Value Without Overspending
Real Estate

How Kenyan Homeowners Can Improve Property Value Without Overspending

In a climate of economic uncertainty, homeowners are increasingly prioritising strategic and cost-effective renovations to maximise property value without incurring excessive debt. This approach, whether aimed at enha…

May 15, 2025
Visa-Sponsored Workers in the US Must Comply with New Biometric Registration
Immigration

Visa-Sponsored Workers in the US Must Comply with New Biometric Registration

Starting January 20, 2025, US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will enforce new alien registration requirements, impacting numerous non-US citizens residing in the United States. The regulation mandates fi…

May 15, 2025
Ringtone Apoko Denied Bail in Sh50 Million Karen Land Fraud Case
Entertainment

Ringtone Apoko Denied Bail in Sh50 Million Karen Land Fraud Case

Gospel musician Alex Apoko, known widely as Ringtone, was remanded in custody following a court decision to deny him bail in a case involving allegations of land fraud. Apoko and his co-defendant, Alfred Juma Ayora, a…

May 15, 2025
American Judge in Trouble for Helping Fugitive Escape Immigration Officers
Immigration

American Judge in Trouble for Helping Fugitive Escape Immigration Officers

Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan is embroiled in a federal legal battle after being charged with obstruction of justice and concealing an individual to prevent arrest. The charges stem from an incident on A…

May 15, 2025
Freemason: History, Beliefs, and Influence in Kenya
Lifestyle

Freemason: History, Beliefs, and Influence in Kenya

The Nairobi County Government on Wednesday executed a forceful enforcement action against the Grand Lodge of East Africa's Freemasons' Hall, sealing off the premises due to outstanding land rates totalling Ksh.19 mill…

May 15, 2025