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Kenya Negotiates with Thailand to Repatriate 64 Citizens Rescued from Myanmar Trafficking Rings
Nairobi is actively engaged in negotiations with Thai authorities to reopen the Thai-Myanmar border, seeking to evacuate 64 Kenyan citizens recently rescued from human trafficking networks in Myanmar who remain strand…
Kenya's Kibera Slum Embraces Digital Currency as Mama Mbogas Accept Bitcoin Payments
In Kibera, Kenya, the fintech platform Afribit is pioneering a novel approach to waste management and financial inclusion by utilizing Bitcoin as a payment system. The initiative addresses both the severe waste dispos…
Pastor and Elder Clash in Violent Brawl at Nakuru SDA Church Over Missing Money
A church service at the California Seventh-Day Adventist (SDA) Church in Nakuru West devolved into a violent altercation Saturday, leaving several congregants injured amid accusations of financial impropriety and lead…
Catholic Bishops Along the US-Mexico Border Advocate for Immigration Reform
A coalition of the US and Mexican bishops has issued a joint call for comprehensive immigration reform, urging lawmakers on both sides of the border to address systemic inadequacies amidst an ongoing migrant and refug…
Explained: How Ukraine's Gallium and Lithium Fit into Trump's Anti-China Policy
The United States, under the Trump administration, is nearing a deal with Ukraine to jointly develop the country's mineral resources, a move designed to secure access to materials deemed critical for the 21st-century…
Kenya Launches Campaign to Promote Skilled Workforce to Global Employers
As global competition for skilled labor intensifies, Kenya is actively positioning its workforce as a strategic asset for international companies. A new initiative, spearheaded by the Principal Secretary for Diaspora…
France Proposes New Schengen Visa Regulations with Major Impact on International Travelers
France is preparing to overhaul its visa regulations and bolster border security measures, according to recent announcements from the Prime Minister's Office. The move follows an internal review prompted by evolving m…
Supporters Left in Limbo as Raila Delays Next Move
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) is currently undergoing a period of strategic deliberation as party leader Raila Odinga initiates consultations with supporters regarding the party's future direction. This follows…
Nairobi Green Army Conducts Cleanup Operation at Stima Plaza Following Illegal Dumping
Following a recent illegal dumping incident, Nairobi City County's Green Army conducted a comprehensive cleanup, fumigation, and sanitation operation at Stima Plaza and the surrounding Ngara area early Saturday. The i…
Ruto Unveils Strategy to Convert Coastal Region into Agricultural Powerhouse
President William Ruto's recent tour of Lamu and Tana River counties saw the unveiling of a government initiative aimed at boosting local food production through commercial rice and sugarcane cultivation. The move see…
DPP Renson Ingonga Honoured for Digital Leadership at Transformation Awards
Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) Renson Ingonga received the Digital Transformation Public Sector Award for Best Public Service CEO on February 28th in Mombasa. The award, presented by Information, Communication…
Bomet Pastor Charged with Assault Following Viral Exorcism Video
Pastor Zachary Kibet Rotich of Bethel for Jesus Ministry International has been formally charged with assault after a video showing him allegedly flogging church members, predominantly women, surfaced and ignited publ…
The US Government Issues Warning to Employers Prioritizing H-1B Visa Holders Over American Workers
The United States government is intensifying efforts to combat what it describes as illegal preferences for foreign workers, a move officials say is critical to addressing the ongoing immigration crisis and protecting…
Kenyan Caught in Myanmar Digital Fraud Network Desperate for Repatriation
Kenyans lured by the promise of overseas jobs are finding themselves trapped in sophisticated fraud syndicates in Southeast Asia, prompting urgent calls for government intervention. Peter Mwangi, a 28-year-old Kenyan…
Kenyan Citizens Without IDs: The Decades-Long Battle for Recognition
The Kenyan government is under increasing pressure to reform its national identification card (ID) registration process. This follows decades of alleged discriminatory practices against ethnic-Somali and Nubian commun…
Fatal Joy Ride: Three Teens Die in Kirinyaga Boda-Boda Accident"
A road accident on Sunday, February 23, claimed the lives of three schoolchildren in Kirinyaga County's Gichugu Constituency. The incident, which occurred along the Kimunye-Kutus road, involved a head-on collision bet…
MP Ichung'wah Struggles to Defend Ruto Administration in Al Jazeera Grilling
National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah faced rigorous questioning in a recent Al Jazeera interview concerning allegations of extrajudicial killings, abductions, and corruption within President William Rut…
Businessman Wanjigi Enlists US Lobbying Support for 2027 Presidential Campaign
Kenyan businessman Jimi Wanjigi has engaged Arsenal Government and Public Affairs Group, a US lobbying firm, in a strategic move to bolster his 2027 presidential campaign. The six-month contract, effective from Decemb…
Income Gap Undermines Kenya's Affordable Housing Agenda
The allocation of a social housing unit to Ms. Milka Moraa, a woman who recently received public support after a church dismissed her request for rent assistance, has ignited a debate over the affordability of the Ken…
60% of Nairobi Women Fear Marriage Would Limit Their Personal Freedom
A recent survey by Mwelekeo Insights reveals that Nairobi women are increasingly prioritizing personal freedom and financial independence when considering marriage. The survey, conducted between February 3 and Februar…