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Pirates Release Mombasa-Bound Fertilizer Cargo Ship After Ransom Payment
Pirates have released a cargo ship bound for Mombasa after a ransom of Sh219.3 million was paid. The incident highlights the ongoing piracy threat in the region and its implications for trade and security.The cargo sh…
Kenyan Nursing Graduate Dies Unexpectedly Inside His Washington Apartment
Kinuthia Ndekei, a young Kenyan from Kabete, Kiambu, died unexpectedly in his apartment in Washington State on 5 September.Kinuthia was the son of Peter Ndekei Kinuthia and Njeri Ndiho Ndekei. He had recently complete…
Huduma Kenya Explains ID Registration Rules for Those Without Birth Certificates
Huduma Kenya has directed Kenyans to obtain a birth certificate before applying for a national identity card, ending the use of alternative documents for initial ID registration.The agency issued the clarification in…
UDA and ODM Clash Over Constituency Zoning Ahead of 2027 Polls
The alliance between President William Ruto’s United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), led by Oburu Oginga, is facing growing tensions over how the parties will divide electoral const…
Kagwe Implements Yellow Tagging for Livestock to Combat Theft
The Cabinet Secretary for Agriculture in Kenya has announced a new initiative mandating that every cow, sheep, and goat in the country will be fitted with yellow ear tags. This decision is aimed at curbing the rampant…
Former President Daniel Moi’s physician, David Silverstein, dies
David Silverstein, the physician who served former President Daniel Moi of Kenya, has passed away. This significant loss has been felt across the nation, as Silverstein played a crucial role in the health and well-bei…
US Influence Looms Large in Kenya's 2027 Elections as Hopefuls Invest Heavily
The upcoming 2027 elections in Kenya are prompting political aspirants to invest millions in efforts to gain favor with Washington. This trend underscores the significant role that the United States plays in shaping p…
USCIS Reaches H-2B Visa Cap for First Half of Fiscal Year 2027, Impacting Seasonal Workers
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced that it has reached the congressionally mandated cap for H-2B visas for the first half of the fiscal year 2027. This development, reported o…
ACLU Demands Release of Green Card Holder Detained by ICE in Kentucky
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has filed a legal request for the release of a lawful permanent resident who has been held by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) for over a year. The individual, w…
Mwakilishi News Bulletin - Evening Edition, Saturday 12 September 2026
Today's bulletin covers diaspora news, immigration changes, unrest in Embu, and Kenyan athletes' success.
Tragedy Strikes as Two Children Drown in Tharaka Nithi River
Two children have tragically drowned in the Tharaka Nithi River, a heartbreaking incident that has left the local community in mourning. The incident occurred in Tharaka Nithi County, Kenya, drawing attention to the o…
Political Tensions Rise as Kindiki Challenges Gachagua Ahead of 2027 Elections
Political tensions in Kenya have escalated following remarks made by Deputy President Kindiki, who labeled his counterpart Gachagua a "small timer" and vowed to "whitewash" him in the upcoming August 2027 elections. T…
Kenyan Filmmaker Takes Latest Film to Dallas, London, Paris and Beyond
Kenyan filmmaker Jinna Mutune Odede is taking her latest film, Cocoa Dreams, to audiences in Europe and the United States, following successful screenings in Kenya.The film has held sold-out screenings in Copenhagen a…
Kenyan Woman in UK: Stop Comparing Your Wealth With Other Kenyans Abroad
A Kenyan woman living in the UK has urged members of the diaspora to stop comparing their financial progress with that of others, warning that such comparisons can lead to unnecessary debt and stress.Sara Jebororioh…
Unstoppable Africa 2026 Set to Drive Investment and Growth
The upcoming Unstoppable Africa 2026 event in New York is poised to be a significant gathering for the continent's leaders and business magnates, aiming to foster investment and economic growth across Africa. Schedule…
Ethiopia: Fano Claims Capture of More Than 150 Ethiopian Soldiers in Amhara Clashes
In a significant escalation of conflict within Ethiopia, the Fano militia has announced the capture of more than 150 soldiers from the Ethiopian National Defence Force (ENDF) following intense clashes in the Amhara re…
Mwakilishi News Bulletin - Midday Edition, Saturday 12 September 2026
Highlights include Ruto's diaspora meeting, U.S. visa proposals, and Kenya's athletic success.
Kenyan Stars Shine at World Athletics Ultimate Championships
The World Athletics Ultimate Championships kicked off with an electrifying display of talent from Kenyan athletes, including notable performances from Kemboi and Krop. The event, held in a vibrant city, showcased the…
Kindiki Evacuated as Violence Erupts at UDA Rally in Embu
Violence disrupted a United Democratic Alliance (UDA) mobilisation meeting at Nembure Stadium in Embu County on Saturday, forcing Deputy President Kithure Kindiki and other leaders to be evacuated as police moved to c…
Ruto to Meet Kenyan Diaspora in New York on September 20
President William Ruto will meet Kenyans living in the United States on 20 September during his visit to New York for the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly.The meeting will take place at Convene, 30…