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US Courts Block Trump’s Attempt to Redefine Birthright Citizenship
The Trump administration’s aggressive overhaul of US immigration policies has triggered a wave of legal challenges and exacerbated societal divisions. The policies, ranging from the invocation of the Alien Enemies Act…
BCLB Targets 58 Unlicensed Gambling Platforms in Nationwide Regulatory Sweep
Kenyan authorities have escalated their efforts to regulate the burgeoning gambling industry, targeting unregulated betting operations and tightening oversight over licensed firms. The Betting Control and Licensing Bo…
Panic in Limuru Market as Swarm of Bees Causes Chaos and Injuries
A sudden bee swarm descended upon Limuru Market on Tuesday, causing widespread panic and disruption as traders and customers fled the bustling trading hub. The unexpected event resulted in injuries, financial losses f…
Finance Bill 2025 Proposes Fivefold Increase in Tax-Free Per Diem for Employees
The Kenyan Cabinet has endorsed the Finance Bill 2025, signalling a significant shift in the nation’s fiscal policy with a focus on providing tax relief to citizens and enhancing the efficiency of tax administration. …
Minnesota Authorities Investigate Tragic Murder-Suicide of Kenyan Healthcare Worker
The death of Hulda Bochere Mosiori, a 42-year-old Kenyan-born Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, is under investigation as a murder-suicide. On April 22, authorities responded to a report of a shooting at M…
Kenyan Nationals Among Eight Suspects in Massive Cryptocurrency Fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) of Nigeria has launched an intensive manhunt for individuals implicated in a massive cryptocurrency fraud. This follows the collapse of Crypto Bridge Exchange (CBEX)…
Kenyan Family Seeks Help to Repatriate Daisy Cherop Killed in Fatal Dubai Crash
The family of Daisy Cherop, a 22-year-old Kenyan woman who died in a road accident in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, on April 22, is appealing for financial assistance to repatriate her body for burial. Cherop, who had…
Nearly a Year After Deadly Protests, Kenya’s IPOA Has Only Two Cases in Court
Nearly a year after anti-government demonstrations in Kenya resulted in at least 60 deaths, the Independent Policing and Oversight Authority (IPOA) is facing increased scrutiny due to the slow pace of its investigatio…
Kenyan Opposition Faces Early Discord
Efforts to consolidate a unified opposition front against President William Ruto in Kenya have been met with early signs of discord, stemming from internal disputes over potential leadership and the role of key figure…
The US Government Implements Stricter Policy for Terminating Student Visas
The US government's recent policy shift regarding international student visas has ignited a wave of legal challenges and widespread concern, as thousands of students found their legal status abruptly terminated. Feder…
Cuban Mother Deported from US, Separated from Infant Daughter in Florida
The deportation of a Cuban mother, Heidy Sanchez, from the United States has ignited a wave of criticism concerning the treatment of immigrant families under current US immigration policies. Sanchez was deported last…
DV-2026 Green Card Lottery Results to be Available Online Starting May 3rd, 2025
Results of the DV-2026 Diversity Visa program will be available online starting Saturday, May 3rd, 2025 at 12pm EDT.The entry period for DV-2026 was between October 2nd, 2024 and November 7th, 2024.The Diversity Visa…
Ruaka and Lang’ata See Land Price Decline Amid Changing Market Trends
Nairobi's land market demonstrated renewed vigour in the first quarter of 2025, according to a recent HassConsult survey released on April 29. The survey revealed a diversified growth pattern across the county, with s…
Maize Shortage in Kenya Pushes Ugali Prices Higher Amid Supply Crisis
Kenya's maize supply is under severe strain, triggering a surge in maize flour prices and pushing households across the nation into heightened economic uncertainty. The crisis, driven by a confluence of local and regi…
Green Card Holder Detained by ICE Over Expunged Drug Convictions
Cliona Ward, a 54-year-old Irish national and green card holder, is currently detained by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) after returning to San Francisco from Ireland in late April. The detention stems f…
Kenya Imposes Month-Long Ban on Gambling Ads
Kenya's Betting Control and Licensing Board (BCLB) has enacted an immediate, month-long prohibition on all gambling-related advertising across various media platforms. The suspension, announced on Tuesday, April 29, a…
Governor Kihika Faces Legal Challenge Over Dual Citizenship
Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika's eligibility to hold office is under scrutiny as a constitutional legal battle unfolds in the High Court. Peter Kuria Mwaniki, the petitioner, is seeking her removal, alleging that Kihika…
Kasarani Church Ordered to Reduce Bass Levels or Face Legal Action
Kenyan authorities are confronting a surge of public complaints regarding noise pollution and the proliferation of unregistered religious organisations, particularly in Nairobi and the Nyanza region. The recent case o…
Gachagua, Kalonzo, and Matiang’i Unite in Bid to Challenge Ruto in 2027
A coalition of prominent political figures has emerged in Kenya, poised to challenge President William Ruto’s administration in the 2027 General Election. The alliance includes former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred M…
Ruto Allies Accuse Uhuru of Incitement as Political Tensions Resurface
A renewed political rift has emerged between Kenyan President William Ruto and his predecessor, Uhuru Kenyatta, following Kenyatta’s recent calls for increased youth activism. The dispute threatens to unravel a fragil…