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Canada Sets 505,162 Cap on International Student Applications for 2025
Canada has announced a significant cap on study permit applications for 2025 as a measure to regulate the increasing number of international students in the country. The new policy, revealed by Immigration, Refugees…
Convicted Dutch Pedophile Arrested in Nairobi After Years on the Run
Jan Jacobus Brouwer, a Dutch fugitive convicted of sexual assault against minors, has been re-arrested in Kenya. Brouwer found guilty in the Netherlands in 2020 on two counts involving non-consensual sexual acts with…
Karen & Westlands Join List of Nairobi Estates with Falling Rents
In the final quarter of last year, Nairobi's real estate market underwent a notable shift, characterized by a decrease in rental prices across several suburban and satellite towns. A report released by Hass Consult on…
Woman Found Decapitated at Thiririka Shrine
Tragedy struck the Thiririka Shrine on January 16, as local community members grappled with the shocking murder of Beth Muthoni, a devoted single mother who sought spiritual renewal through a pilgrimage. Muthoni plann…
What All Immigrants Need to Know About Their Legal Rights
In recent months, a series of executive orders issued by President Donald Trump has introduced stringent immigration measures that have left many immigrants in the United States feeling anxious and uncertain about the…
Meet Mariann Budde, the Bishop Who Confronted Trump Over LGBTQ Rights
Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde, the first woman to lead the Episcopal Diocese of Washington, garnered national attention for her pointed remarks directed at President Donald Trump during a presidential service at the Wash…
Kenyan Bank Executive Found Dead in South London Apartment, Police Launch Murder Probe
An investigation has been launched by the Metropolitan Police Service following the death of Marianne Kilonzi, a 43-year-old Kenyan woman, whose body was discovered in her South London apartment on January 17, 2025. K…
Mother of Slain 'Molo President' Recalls Son's Deep Political Passion
The tragic death of Richard Otieno, a prominent community activist and emerging politician from Elburgon, has generated widespread grief and demands for justice. Otieno, who had earned a diploma in social work and com…
Teacher Wins Unfair Dismissal Case Against Makini Schools Despite Privacy Breach
In a ruling by Justice Jorum Abuodhaon on January 17, 2025, the Employment and Labour Relations Court in Nairobi spotlighted a controversial case involving the dismissal of teacher Mr Japher Nanjira Musa from Makini S…
Central Bank of Kenya Leads Development of Instant Money Transfer Network
The government of Kenya is fast-tracking the development of a Fast-Payment System (FPS) designed to facilitate instant money transfers between banks and non-bank providers. This initiative, led by the Central Bank of…
Dubai's Real Estate Boom Attracts Growing Number of Kenyan Investors
Dubai has emerged as a sought-after destination for African real estate investors looking to exploit the city's expansive property market and favourable living conditions. This trend is particularly evident among inve…
Hundreds Gather at Nairobi's Two Rivers Mall for Chinese New Year Celebration
On Sunday, the Two Rivers Mall in Nairobi's northern suburbs became a vibrant hub as hundreds of Kenyans gathered for the annual Chinese New Year gala. Attendees sought refuge from the sweltering heat while immersing…
Trump's New Order on Birthright Citizenship: What You Need to Know
President Donald Trump has issued an executive order aimed at redefining the scope of birthright citizenship in the United States. This directive is part of a wider initiative focused on reducing both undocumented and…
Governor Sakaja Launches Mandatory Building Renovation Plan for Nairobi CBD
Nairobi's Urban Planning Office has launched a directive that will significantly alter the city's urban landscape. The initiative mandates that property owners, tenants, and management agents within key areas of Nairo…
Kenyans Have Moved On, Stop Mourning - Mudavadi Tells Gachagua
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has issued a strong rebuke to former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, criticizing his continued attacks against the government and asserting that Kenyans are unlikely to heed…
Melania Trump's Wide-brimmed Hat Steals Spotlight at DC Inauguration
In Washington, D.C., attention centred on Donald Trump as he was inaugurated for his second term as President of the United States. Equally intriguing was the fashion choice of Melania Trump, the former First Lady, wh…
No Political Pact with Ruto, Uhuru's Jubilee Party Declares
Jubilee Party representatives have asserted that former President Uhuru Kenyatta and current President William Ruto have no political understanding or alliance. This declaration follows a notable meeting between the t…
Wife's Deathbed Statement Seals 20-Year Murder Sentence for Prison Officer
In a heartbreaking incident on May 19, 2018, Ruthcaster Katheu Mutuku, a wardress at Shimo la Tewa Women’s Prison, lost her life following a violent altercation with her husband. At approximately 2 a.m., Mutuku made a…
Odinga Family Launches Sh120bn Kisumu Housing Project
Kisumu is poised for a significant transformation in its real estate landscape with the launch of the LV Marina project, an ambitious initiative by GulfCap Real Estate valued at Sh120 billion. This development aims to…
13 Million Kenyans in the Dark About Government's Affordable Housing Initiative
A substantial segment of the Kenyan population remains largely uninformed about the government's Affordable Housing Programme (AHP), despite considerable promotional efforts. According to findings from the Kenya Natio…