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USCIS Grants 30-Day Grace Period for Old Immigration Forms
In response to a lawsuit alleging inadequate notification, the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced a 30-day grace period during which it will continue to accept older versions of key immigrat…
Dutch MPs Challenge Controversial King's Visit to Kenya
The Netherlands' King Willem-Alexander's planned state visit to Kenya later this month is facing scrutiny from Dutch lawmakers who have voiced concerns about the safety and appropriateness of the trip given the countr…
Odinga Criticizes Ruto Over SHA and High Taxation
Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has sharply criticized President William Ruto's administration for its handling of the Social Health Authority (SHA) and the imposition of high taxes, including the Housing Levy. Spe…
Death of TikTok Moderator in Kenya Prompts Official Investigation Into Outsourcing Practices
The death of Ladi Anzaki Olubumni, a Nigerian national and content moderator for TikTok, has ignited outrage among gig workers in Kenya, raising serious concerns about labour practices within the outsourcing industry…
President Ruto Allocates Sh1 Billion to Build More Classes in Nairobi
President William Ruto has announced a Sh1 billion allocation to Nairobi County dedicated to constructing additional classrooms, supplementing the National Government Constituency Development Fund (NG-CDF). The announ…
Why Russia Invaded Ukraine and Putin's Intentions for Zelensky
As the conflict enters its fourth year, the war in Ukraine, initiated by Russian President Vladimir Putin in early 2022, has devolved into a protracted struggle marked by significant miscalculations and a complex inte…
NACADA Reports Surge in Drug Abuse in Airbnbs
The National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) is sounding the alarm over the increasing use of short-term rental accommodations, such as Airbnbs, as hubs for illicit drug activity. Th…
Kisii and Kuria Leaders Forge Political Alliance Ahead of 2027 Elections
Leaders from the Abagusii and Kuria communities convened on Monday to solidify a new political alliance aimed at fostering regional unity and cooperation in advance of the 2027 elections. The meeting, which took place…
EU Overhauls Blue Card Program for 2025 with Lower Salary Thresholds and Faster Processing
The European Union has significantly overhauled its EU Blue Card program, effective in 2025, to aggressively court skilled workers from outside the bloc and alleviate pressing labor shortages across member states. The…
After 30 Years in UK, Kenyan Man's Family Still Denied Residency Rights
Kenyan software engineer Henry Maina is locked in a protracted legal battle with UK immigration authorities to bring his wife and daughter to the UK after three decades of residency. Maina, who has yet to secure indef…
MP Salasya and Former Sports CS Echesa Clash Publicly at Shianda Market
A public confrontation occurred on Sunday at Shianda market between Mumias East Member of Parliament Peter Salasya and former Sports Cabinet Secretary Rachid Echesa. The incident unfolded as Echesa addressed Shianda m…
Gachagua Blames Government Interference for Delayed Party Launch
former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has postponed the launch of his political party, citing potential government interference as a key factor. Speaking at a church event in Kitengela on Sunday, Gachagua alleged t…
Speaker Wetangula Reveals His Key Role as Initiator of Raila-Ruto Political Agreement
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has endorsed the recently formalized Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) as a crucial adva…
President Ruto Launches Week-Long Development Tour of Nairobi
President William Ruto commenced a week-long development tour of Nairobi County on Monday, his first major engagement of its kind since assuming office in 2022. The tour, which follows closely on the heels of a recent…
Man Arrested for Operating Fraudulent Police Station in Uasin Gishu
An unauthorized police patrol base has been discovered in Cherus Centre, Kesses Sub-County, Uasin Gishu County, prompting an investigation by the National Police Service (NPS). The discovery was made by local official…
Without Warning, Government Cuts Funding for Green Card Holders Seeking Citizenship
A sudden suspension of federal funding for immigrant integration programs has left non-profit organizations nationwide, including the Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights in Los Angeles (CHIRLA), facing significant o…
Abrupt USCIS Form Update Forces Applicants to Restart Green Card Process
The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is facing criticism following the immediate implementation of a revised Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status. This potentially de…
Canada Tightens Immigration Controls with Visa Rejection Rates Reaching 61%
Canada is experiencing a surge in visa rejections as the government intensifies efforts to combat widespread fraud within its immigration system. Refusal rates in some regions have reached as high as 61%, prompting co…
Bishop Mwai Calls for Release of Detained Protesters Following Planned 'Occupy Jesus Winner' Demonstration
Bishop Edward Mwai of Jesus Winner Ministry Church has publicly forgiven a group of protestors who planned to disrupt services this weekend, following controversy over a substantial donation from President William Rut…
Odinga-Ruto MoU Fractures Azimio Coalition as Kioni Alleges Betrayal
A political schism has erupted within the Azimio la Umoja coalition after Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader Raila Odinga and President William Ruto formalized a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to pursue collab…