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UK Introduces Stricter Criminal Record Checks for Visa Applications from December 2024
The UK government has announced significant changes to its visa application process, which will take effect on December 11, 2024. This reform aims to bolster security measures and streamline application procedures, pa…
Ruto Appoints Key Odinga Allies to Senior Government Positions
President William Ruto has appointed several allies of Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader Raila Odinga to key government roles. This decision, revealed in a circular dated December 20, 2024, comes just one day af…
Murkomen Takes Helm as Kenya's Interior Cabinet Secretary
Kipchumba Murkomen has officially taken office as Kenya's new Interior Cabinet Secretary promising to uphold the accomplishments of his predecessors while delivering on the commitments made by President William Ruto t…
Kenya Police to Introduce Digital System for Online Crime Reporting
Next year, the National Police Service (NPS) of Kenya will launch a comprehensive digital transformation initiative aimed at enhancing service delivery and public engagement. Announced by Inspector General of Police D…
US Universities Warn International Students of Possible Post-Inauguration Travel Restrictions
Colleges and universities across the United States are urging international students to return to campus before January 20, the date when President-elect Donald Trump assumes office. This comes amid concerns of potent…
Ex-Presidential Aspirants Peter Kenneth and Wa Iria Land State Jobs
On Friday, November 20, President William Ruto announced a series of strategic appointments aimed at enhancing governance and public service delivery in Kenya. Among the notable appointments, former Gatanga MP Peter K…
How Show-Off Spending During Festivities Bankrupts Nairobi's Middle-class
As the festive season draws near, an observable trend emerges among urban dwellers who return to their rural homes, often engaging in extravagant spending designed to impress family and friends. This phenomenon, preva…
Poor Planning Transforms Kajiado into an Urban Mess
The rapid growth of Kajiado town has emerged as a considerable challenge for the county government, driven by a significant rise in population and the proliferation of informal settlements. The Kajiado Municipality In…
Uhuru Allies Dominate Ruto's New Cabinet Appointments
President William Ruto has reinstated several former allies of ex-President Uhuru Kenyatta into his administration. This strategic move follows the dismissal of two Cabinet Secretaries, as announced by Head of Public…
Karua Condemns Raila Over Political Agreement with President Ruto
NARC-Kenya leader Martha Karua has expressed her discontent with former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, accusing him of betrayal for aligning himself with President William Ruto's administration. Karua contends that Odin…
UK-Based Family Unable to Bury Father as Metropolitan Hospital Demands Sh8M Medical Bill
The Theuri family of Borehamwood, England, is grappling with profound grief and an arduous struggle following the death of their father, 82-year-old Titus Gatuthu Kabûrû Theuri, on October 24. Titus fell ill while vis…
Kenya to Host Grammy Academy Headquarters, Not Awards Show as Previously Reported
The Kenyan government has officially announced its plans to establish a creative music academy, marking a strategic collaboration with Grammy Global Ventures (GGV), rather than hosting the Grammy Awards as previously…
Heavy Traffic Forces Drivers to Abandon Cars on Nairobi-Nakuru Highway
As the festive season approaches, motorists are strongly advised to avoid the Nairobi-Nakuru highway due to severe traffic congestion. Individuals who began their journeys on Friday, December 20, have encountered exte…
Tourist Boom Drives Kenya's Largest Hotel Building Spree
Kenya's tourism industry is experiencing a notable surge as evidenced by the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) reporting a remarkable increase in international tourist arrivals. The numbers escalated from 1.5…
US Deportations Hit 10-Year Peak as Biden Administration Concludes
The US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) reports a notable rise in deportations, totalling 271,484 immigrants removed from the United States to nearly 200 countries during the last fiscal year. This figure rep…
Kenya Aviation Workers Threaten New Strike as Holiday Travel Looms at JKIA
Kenya's aviation sector faces a looming crisis as the Kenya Aviation Workers Union (KAWU) has issued a strike notice amid claims of discrimination and inadequate compensation. The union's announcement comes just four…
Kenya Thwarts 47 Terror Attacks in Two Years - Mudavadi
Over the past two years, Kenya has successfully thwarted a total of 47 terrorist attacks, according to Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi. Speaking at a press conference on Thursday, Mudavadi detailed significan…
Trapped Kenyan Mother Describes Cutting Own Umbilical Cord After Denied Medical Care in Saudi
Five Kenyan women working in Saudi Arabia have become trapped in the country due to the lack of legal documentation for their children born out of wedlock. These children, without birth certificates, are rendered stat…
Energy CS Wandayi Pledges Enhanced Power Restoration After Nationwide Blackout
Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has assured the public of enhanced restoration efforts aimed at reducing future blackouts. His statement follows the recent nationwide power outage that left millions of Kenyans…
Mombasa Port Reports 300% Surge in Transhipment Activity
The Mombasa Port is currently witnessing a substantial surge in vessel traffic, reported by the Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) to have increased transhipment activity by an impressive 300%. This remarkable uptick in mari…