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Massive Drug Operation Found Deep in Kenya's Namanga Forest
Kenya

Massive Drug Operation Found Deep in Kenya's Namanga Forest

In a makeshift courtroom nestled within the dense acacia forests of Namanga, proceedings have been overshadowed by the presence of a playful puppy that repeatedly disrupts the trial. As the animal darted through a Maa…

Jan 7, 2025
The US Undocumented Population Reaches 10.99 Million as Trump Promises Deportations
Immigration

The US Undocumented Population Reaches 10.99 Million as Trump Promises Deportations

In 2022, California and Texas emerged as the leading states for undocumented immigrant populations, accounting for 42 per cent of the estimated 10.99 million unauthorized immigrants in the United States. California re…

Jan 7, 2025
CBC Grade 9 Rollout Faces Classroom, Teacher Shortages
Kenya

CBC Grade 9 Rollout Faces Classroom, Teacher Shortages

On the first day of Grade 9 under the competency-based curriculum (CBC), over one million learners returned to school despite facing significant challenges, including classroom congestion and a shortage of teachers. D…

Jan 7, 2025
Dubai Firm Sues Nairobi Gold Dealer Over Sh63m Missing Shipment
Kenya

Dubai Firm Sues Nairobi Gold Dealer Over Sh63m Missing Shipment

SH Trading DMCC, a Dubai-based firm, has filed a legal suit against Kerongwe & Sons General Traders Ltd and its CEO, John Kerongwe Mwita. The suit claims a refund exceeding Sh63 million (approximately $489,950) due to…

Jan 7, 2025
Who's Behind Abductions in Kenya
Kenya

Who's Behind Abductions in Kenya

In a series of emotional reunions, four families across Kenya celebrated the return of their loved ones, who had been missing for over two weeks. The individuals—cartoonist Gideon Kibet, also known as Kibet Bull, his…

Jan 7, 2025
Canada Cuts Family Reunification Program, Caps Applications at 15,000
Immigration

Canada Cuts Family Reunification Program, Caps Applications at 15,000

Canada will halt the acceptance of new permanent residency applications under the Parents and Grandparents Sponsorship Program (PGP) starting in 2025, as announced by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC…

Jan 6, 2025
Kenya Set to Introduce GMO Maize After Public Consultation Period
Business

Kenya Set to Introduce GMO Maize After Public Consultation Period

The National Biosafety Authority (NBA) has completed a month-long public consultation regarding the potential market introduction of Genetically Modified (GM) maize, specifically known as BT Maize. This consultation…

Jan 6, 2025
37,000 Caregivers Left in Limbo as Canada Delays Immigration Program Launch
Immigration

37,000 Caregivers Left in Limbo as Canada Delays Immigration Program Launch

A significant number of foreign caregivers and support workers in Canada are facing uncertainty as the federal government delays the introduction of new pathways to permanent residency. The Home Child Care Provider an…

Jan 6, 2025
The Rising Popularity of Catapults in Nairobi
Lifestyle

The Rising Popularity of Catapults in Nairobi

Nairobi's urban landscape is witnessing a notable rise in the availability and use of catapults, traditionally rural tools now embraced by a diverse range of users. These devices, constructed from rubber and leather…

Jan 6, 2025
Kenyan Cleaner Left Homeless in Dubai After Job Promise Turns to Exploitation
Diaspora

Kenyan Cleaner Left Homeless in Dubai After Job Promise Turns to Exploitation

Nashon Mulwa, a 27-year-old Kenyan, finds himself homeless on the streets of Dubai after a failed employment venture. Mulwa's journey began in July 2023 when he departed his hometown of Taita Taveta, lured by promises…

Jan 6, 2025
Peter Muteti and Billy Mwangi Found Alive Ahead of Abduction Protests
Kenya

Peter Muteti and Billy Mwangi Found Alive Ahead of Abduction Protests

22-year-old Peter Muteti and 24-year-old Billy Mwangi have been located alive following a 15-day search that captivated public attention across Kenya. Both individuals had gone missing under mysterious circumstances…

Jan 6, 2025
Kenya Schools Reopen Amid Funding Delays, Infrastructure Shortages
Kenya

Kenya Schools Reopen Amid Funding Delays, Infrastructure Shortages

As millions of students across Kenya return to primary, junior, and secondary schools, the education sector faces significant hurdles that could impede the start of the new term. Schools commence this academic year wi…

Jan 6, 2025
Deputy President Kindiki Confronts Gachagua Over Mt Kenya Unrest Claims
Kenya

Deputy President Kindiki Confronts Gachagua Over Mt Kenya Unrest Claims

In a Sunday address at the Kamumu Full Gospel Church in Mbeere, Embu County, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki issued a robust caution to his predecessor Rigathi Gachagua and his supporters, accusing them of inciting p…

Jan 6, 2025
US-Based Kenyan Imports 500 Chapatis Through JKIA in Quest for Authentic Taste
Diaspora

US-Based Kenyan Imports 500 Chapatis Through JKIA in Quest for Authentic Taste

Kenyan expatriate Owen Githanga recently drew significant attention online for successfully transporting 500 chapatis from Kenya to the United States. His remarkable logistical endeavour has resonated with the Kenyan…

Jan 6, 2025
Kenyan Youth 'Occupy' Nairobi Concerts as Social Media Trend Disrupts Events
Entertainment

Kenyan Youth 'Occupy' Nairobi Concerts as Social Media Trend Disrupts Events

On New Year's Eve 2025, Nairobi celebrated with an impressive fireworks display, while chaos erupted outside Uhuru Gardens as groups of young Kenyans attempted to force their way into a concert. This trend, referred t…

Jan 5, 2025
India Sentences Kenyan National to 8 Years for Major ATM Fraud
Diaspora

India Sentences Kenyan National to 8 Years for Major ATM Fraud

Two foreign nationals—a 24-year-old Kenyan and a 31-year-old Ugandan—have been arrested in India for their involvement in a sophisticated skimming operation aimed at Indian citizens, as reported by the Indian Express…

Jan 5, 2025
42-Day Delay in Family's Identification of Activist's Body Raises Questions
Kenya

42-Day Delay in Family's Identification of Activist's Body Raises Questions

The police have raised questions after revealing that it took around 42 days for the family to identify the body of activist Ibrahim Hilal Mwiti after it was initially discovered. This delay occurred despite confirmat…

Jan 5, 2025
Hustler Fund Struggles as Disbursements Plummet, Defaults Rise
Kenya

Hustler Fund Struggles as Disbursements Plummet, Defaults Rise

The Hustler Fund in Kenya is facing a critical juncture, with disbursements plummeting by 93.3 per cent, from an initial allocation of Sh12 billion to just Sh800 million in the financial year ending June 2024. This dr…

Jan 5, 2025
Kenya Proposes DNA-Based Citizenship Path for Global Diaspora with Ancestral Ties
Diaspora

Kenya Proposes DNA-Based Citizenship Path for Global Diaspora with Ancestral Ties

A new legislative proposal in Kenya is set to transform the citizenship landscape for Africans in the diaspora with ancestral ties to the nation. The Kenya Citizenship and Immigration (Amendment) Bill, 2024, champione…

Jan 5, 2025
Here Are the US Immigration Terms to Know in 2025
Immigration

Here Are the US Immigration Terms to Know in 2025

As a second Trump administration looms, significant transformations to the US immigration system may be on the horizon, affecting various aspects of immigration law and border security. President Donald Trump’s prior…

Jan 4, 2025