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US Fully Implements Real ID Act, Restricting Undocumented Immigrants' Travel
The United States fully implemented the Real ID Act on May 7, 2025, ushering in a new era of identification standards for domestic travel and access to federal facilities. While designed to enhance security, the polic…
Woman Awarded Sh100,000 for Unlawful Arrest
The High Court has ruled that individuals must be promptly informed of the reasons for their arrest, reinforcing constitutional protections against arbitrary detention. Justice Rachael Ngetich’s decision stems from th…
Court of Appeal Declares Kindiki’s Appointment Legally Flawed
A legal and political crisis is brewing in Kenya as a recent Court of Appeal decision has cast a doubt over the legitimacy of Deputy President Kithure Kindiki's appointment. The ruling has declared that the High Court…
Nairobi Leads East Africa’s Student Housing Boom
East Africa’s real estate market is experiencing a significant transformation, characterised by a move towards locally driven expertise and regional financing mechanisms. This shift marks a departure from the sector’s…
US Mayor Arrested Attempting to Enter Immigration Detention Centre
Newark Mayor Ras Baraka, a Democratic gubernatorial candidate, was arrested Friday outside Delaney Hall, a privately operated immigration detention centre in New Jersey. The arrest occurred during an unannounced overs…
UDA Moves to Expel Senator Gloria Orwoba Over Allegations of Disloyalty
Nominated Senator Gloria Orwoba is facing disciplinary action from the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) over allegations of disloyalty, potentially leading to her expulsion from the ruling party. The UDA accuses Orwob…
Where Is the Mastermind? Raila Presses State Over Kasipul MP’s Killing
Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader Raila Odinga has vehemently condemned the murder of Kasipul Member of Parliament Charles Ong’ondo Were, asserting that the killing was a politically motivated assassination and…
ICE Arrests Pro-Trump Green Card Holder After 30 Years in the US
A Ukrainian-born green card holder's recent detention and subsequent release have ignited a renewed debate over immigration enforcement policies in the United States. Sergey Kostenyuk, a legal permanent resident resid…
Ruto, Raila Allies Among IEBC Nominees, Opposition Demands Transparency
President William Ruto's recent nomination of seven individuals to helm the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) in preparation for the 2027 General Election has ignited a fierce political controvers…
Court of Appeal Nullifies High Court Rulings on Gachagua’s Removal Petitions
The Court of Appeal has invalidated decisions made by a High Court panel concerning petitions seeking the removal of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. The appellate court has determined that Deputy Chief Justi…
Why Popes Change Their Names
Cardinal Robert Prevost, a 69-year-old Chicago native, has been elected as Pope Leo XIV, succeeding Pope Francis and marking a historic moment as the first US-born pontiff in the Catholic Church's history. His electio…
Kenya Surpasses One Million Square Meters of Certified Green Floorspace
Kenya has achieved a significant milestone in its commitment to environmental sustainability, surpassing one million square meters of green-certified floorspace. This achievement underscores the nation's growing dedic…
Kenya Warns Citizens of Fraudulent Job Offers in South Korea
The Kenyan government has issued a strong advisory cautioning its citizens against a surge in fraudulent job offers purportedly located in South Korea. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has confirmed that these scams ta…
Joho Rejects Sh54.5 Million Loan Claim by SBM Bank, Says He Owes Nothing
Mining Cabinet Secretary Hassan Ali Joho is contesting a Sh54.5 million loan arrears claim brought against him by SBM Bank (Kenya) Ltd, asserting that the bank’s lawsuit lacks factual basis and should be dismissed wit…
Illinois Sees Sharp Increase in Citizenship Applications as Green Card Holders Worry
Amid evolving immigration policies and heightened anxieties, a growing number of legal permanent residents (LPRs) in the United States are actively pursuing naturalisation, seeking the security afforded by US citizens…
Ong'ondo Were's Aide and Driver Under Scrutiny for Ties to Murder Suspects
The investigation into the assassination of Kasipul Member of Parliament (MP) Charles Ong’ondo Were has expanded, with law enforcement officials seeking the arrest of five additional suspects believed to be connected…
Lawsuit Alleges Governor Kihika Served as Assistant District Attorney in Texas
Nakuru County Governor Susan Kihika is embroiled in a legal battle that threatens her position, with a petition filed in the High Court challenging her eligibility for office based on allegations of dual citizenship a…
Siaya Authorities Embarrassed as Six Handcuffed Suspects Escape From Court
A major security breach at the Siaya Law Courts on May 5, 2025, resulted in the escape of six suspects facing robbery with violence charges. The escape occurred during what should have been a routine court appearance…
After Two Days of Voting, Vatican Elects First US-Born Pope
In a historic election, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost of the United States has been chosen as the 267th Pope of the Roman Catholic Church, assuming the name Leo XIV. The announcement came yesterday following the con…
President Ruto Nominates Erastus Ethekon as New IEBC Chairperson
Kenya is on the brink of restoring its Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) to full functionality after President William Ruto nominated Erastus Edung Ethekon as the electoral body's chairperson. The…