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Trump Sworn in as 47th President
Donald Trump was inaugurated for a second term as the 47th President of the United States on Monday. The ceremony took place indoors at the US Capitol's Rotunda due to severe weather conditions and marked a pivotal mo…
US-Based Kenyans Send Highest Share of Money Home Among Global Diaspora
Kenyans living abroad have exceeded the Central Bank of Kenya's (CBK) projected remittances for 2024, sending a remarkable $4.94 billion (Sh637.3 billion) back to their home country. This figure surpasses the anticipa…
Trump's Planned Immigration Orders Target Asylum, Birthright Citizenship
President-elect Donald Trump is preparing to sign a series of executive orders aimed at significant changes to the United States' immigration policies. These measures include ending access to asylum, deploying militar…
TikTok's 24-Hour Shutdown Drama Ends with Trump's 90-Day Reprieve
TikTok's status in the United States took a dramatic turn this past weekend as the platform faced an abrupt suspension, only to resume operations just hours later. This situation unfolded against a backdrop of escalat…
KWS Captures Stray Lioness in Rongai
On Monday evening, the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) reported that rangers successfully captured the third and final lioness that had been roaming the Rongai area of Kajiado County. This update follows weeks of efforts…
At Capitol Hill, Jill Biden's Blue Attire Echoes Her 2021 Inaugural Style
In a day marked by tradition, Donald Trump and his family arrived at Capitol Hill as part of the inauguration celebrations for Trump's swearing-in as the 47th president of the United States. Trump is set to take the o…
Kenyan-Born White House Photographer Polly Irungu Concludes Landmark Tenure
Polly Irungu, a Nairobi-born photographer, has concluded her tenure at the White House. On January 20, she shared a heartfelt farewell message on X (formerly Twitter), reflecting on her professional journey and expres…
Ruto Orders 90-Day Plan for National Ethanol Production from Sugar Waste
President William Ruto has instructed the ministries of Agriculture, Energy, and Treasury to formulate regulations for the production of ethanol from molasses. This directive was issued during his recent visit to the…
Kenyan Malls See 98% Occupancy While Office Buildings Face Mounting Vacancies
The commercial real estate market in Kenya is experiencing a notable decline, particularly in the office space sector. This is according to the 2024 Real Estate Survey by the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics. The d…
New Green Card Rules Take Effect February
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced significant changes to the Green Card application process, effective February 10, 2025. These modifications aim to simplify the adjustment o…
Kenya's Largest Mixed-Use Project 'LV Marina' Launches in Kisumu with Sh120B Investment
GulfCap Real Estate has officially launched construction on the LV Marina, anticipated to become the largest mixed-use development in Kenya, situated in Kisumu. With an estimated total investment of Sh120 billion, the…
Migrants Choose Self-Deportation as Trump Nears Office
Many migrants in the United States are opting for voluntary departures as President-elect Donald Trump prepares to assume office. This shift is largely driven by concerns regarding potential mass deportations, a corne…
Raila Raises Alarm Over Kenya's Abduction Crisis
ODM leader Raila Odinga Raila Odinga alongside key party allies, has called upon President William Ruto to address the alarming rise in abductions across Kenya. This urgent plea was articulated during the burial cerem…
Kenyan Writer Places Trump Statue at Pit Latrine in Political Protest
David Maillu, a prominent African literary figure, has unveiled a provocative monument, titled “President Donald Trump S***hole,” coinciding with the inauguration of Donald Trump tomorrow. The statue serves as a prote…
Police Officer Loses Hand in Violent Clash Over Sheep Compensation in Narok
A violent confrontation between demonstrators and police officers in Narok County has brought to light the dangers faced by law enforcement during civil unrest. The clash, which occurred on Thursday night in the Duka…
Stolen Vehicle Belonging to Kenyan Recovered in Adelaide, Six Teens Arrested
A recent coordinated effort by law enforcement has led to the successful recovery of a stolen Subaru Forester belonging to Hosea Kiprono, a prominent figure in the Kenyan-Australian community and Chairman of Kitwek So…
High-End Kilifi Estate Faces Security Crisis After Series of Sophisticated Burglaries
A series of burglaries in Kilifi County's exclusive Vipingo Ridge community has raised serious concerns about security in this high-end, gated estate. The latest incident, occurring on Tuesday at approximately 6:30 a…
Kirinyaga School With One Student, Eight Teachers Faces Closure
In Mugwandi, a tranquil village in Kirinyaga County, a public secondary school is on the brink of closure as it grapples with a dramatic decline in student enrolment. Currently, the school is attended by a single Form…
Puzzle of Former US Convict at Kenya State House
President William Ruto recently welcomed a delegation to the State House in Nairobi that included former Michigan Congressman Mark Deli Siljander and South Sudanese politician Albino Mathom Abuog. The visit has ignite…
Trump to Launch Nationwide Deportation Operation Tuesday
The administration of President-elect Donald Trump is reportedly set to launch a substantial immigration enforcement operation in Chicago, beginning the day after his inauguration. Sources cited by the Wall Street Jou…