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Kenyan Women Risk Health with Dangerous Jaw-Wiring Weight Loss Trend
In Kenya, a troubling trend has emerged among young women turning to jaw-wiring as a weight-loss method. This procedure involves stitching the upper and lower jaws together with dental wires, effectively limiting the…
Nairobi Firm Fined Sh450,000 for Using Lecturer's Data in CBK Tender Bid
Geosky Services Limited, a property valuation firm based in Nairobi, has been ordered to pay KSh 450,000 in damages for the unauthorized use of a lecturer’s personal data. The ruling was issued by Data Commissioner Im…
Trump Administration Suspends Immigration Processing for 770,000 Parole Program Migrants
The Trump administration has enacted an indefinite pause on immigration applications from migrants in Latin America and Ukraine that were previously facilitated through specific Biden-era programs. This directive, bac…
Restricted Practice License Leaves Karua Unable to Defend Besigye in Ugandan Court
Martha Karua, a prominent Senior Counsel, is facing significant legal challenges while representing Uganda's opposition leader, Kizza Besigye, and his aide, Obeid Lutale, in an ongoing court case. Despite being grante…
More Kenyans Rescued from Myanmar Trafficking Ring
Authorities in Myanmar have successfully rescued 46 Kenyan nationals from human trafficking networks linked to a suspected Chinese cartel involved in online scams. This development was confirmed by Kenya’s Ministry of…
Qatar Offers 1,260 Jobs to Kenyans with Salaries up to Sh74,000
Kenya's Ministry of Labour and Social Protection has announced the availability of 1,260 job positions in Qatar. The job offers present competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits to successful candidates. Labour…
Nairobi Police Arrest American Found with Ingested Cocaine Pellets
On Tuesday, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) in Nairobi arrested a United States national on suspicion of cocaine trafficking, following a vital tip-off from a local hospital's physician. The suspect…
Nairobi Club Under Scrutiny After Student's Valentine's Day Death
Authorities have initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of a university student at Mass House Club in Nairobi. The incident took place during a Valentine's Day celebration. The club re…
Sudan Criticizes Kenya Over RSF Conference at KICC
The Sudanese government has condemned Kenya for permitting the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) to conduct activities at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC), labelling the move as a hostile act. In a stateme…
Could Your Marriage Lead to Deportation? How North American Officials Are Detecting Immigration Fraud
On Valentine’s Day, Canada’s Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued a significant warning regarding the issue of marriage fraud, cautioning Canadian citizens and permanent residents about the risk…
Government Unveils Strict Regulations for Kenya's Sand Industry
Kenya's sand industry is undergoing significant change following the introduction of the Sand Harvesting Regulations, 2024, announced by Environment Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale on February 18. This regulatory framewo…
Kenya Sets 7M Tourist Goal by 2027 as France and Spain Already Attract Over 90M Annually
In 2024, France and Spain, among the world's leading tourist destinations, demonstrated remarkable recovery in tourism, attracting 100 million and 94 million visitors respectively. France's tourism revenue soared to 7…
JKIA Records 1.5M International Arrivals, Government Approves Upgrades
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) is solidifying its status as a leading aviation hub, with international passenger arrivals rising by 1.9% in 2024 compared to the previous year, according to the Kenya Nation…
US Schools Face Rising Anxiety as Trump's Immigration Policies Trigger Attendance Drop
In recent months, immigration-related anxieties have surged within educational institutions across the United States, driven largely by policies enacted during the Trump administration. Reports of potential immigratio…
Kindiki Promises Food and Fuel Price Stabilization as Kenya Achieves Maize Self-Sufficiency
Kenya's Deputy President Kithure Kindiki announced a comprehensive initiative aimed at reviving stalled projects in Meru County during a press briefing at his Karen residence in Nairobi on February 18. The government…
Ruto Allies Call for Raila's Return as PM After AU Loss
Calls advocating for Raila Odinga's inclusion in President William Ruto's administration as Prime Minister are gaining momentum following his recent defeat to Djiboutian Mahmoud Ali Youssouf for the chairmanship of th…
Bomet Court Sentences Man to 150 Years for the Murder of His Three Children
A Bomet court has imposed a landmark sentence of 150 years in prison on a 40-year-old man found guilty of the brutal murders of his three young sons in 2019. This unprecedented ruling was handed down in the wake of a…
Cohen Murder Case: Sarah Wairimu's Bail Request Rejected
Sarah Wairimu, the widow of Dutch businessman Tob Cohen, will remain incarcerated at Lang'ata Women’s Prison pending the testimony of key witnesses in her murder case. The Nairobi High Court has rejected her bail appl…
Denmark Overhauls Foreign Worker Pay Scale: Essential Information for 2025
On February 20, 2025, Denmark will implement updated wage statistics for the Positive List for Skilled Work, a move that significantly impacts foreign workers seeking opportunities in the country. This adjustment, ann…
Australia Leads Kenya's Diaspora Remittance Growth in 2024, Surpassing Germany
In 2024, Kenyans residing in Australia emerged as the fastest-growing source of diaspora remittances, outpacing contributors from Germany and Saudi Arabia. This notable trend is part of a broader resurgence in dollar…