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EPRA Slashes Fuel Prices by Sh4.37 per Litre Ahead of Festive Season in Kenya
The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has announced a notable reduction in fuel prices in a strategic move to alleviate the financial burden on Kenyans during the festive season. This adjustment comes a…
Kenyan Musicians Defend Performances at Uhuru Gardens Amid Public Outcry
Kenyan musicians are facing significant online backlash following their performances at the Jamhuri Day celebrations held at Uhuru Gardens, where they entertained President William Ruto and other dignitaries. Esteemed…
Startup Founders Gain Clearer Path to US Residency Under Revised Immigration Rule
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced significant updates to the International Entrepreneur Rule (IER). The changes are aimed at enhancing the country's economic landscape throug…
Kenyan Women Celebrate Jamhuri Day with Inaugural Yacht Cruise in South Australia
On December 12, in celebration of Kenya's Jamhuri Day, the Kitwek Women’s Department and Kitwek Events Department hosted the inaugural Kitwek Ladies Cruise in South Australia. This exclusive yacht event, dedicated to…
Why Kenyan Medical Interns Are Taking Their Own Lives
The recent death of Francis Njuki, a 29-year-old trainee pharmacist from Kenya’s Rift Valley, has prompted widespread mourning and raised critical awareness about the intense stress and challenges confronting medical…
Super Mazembe's "Kasongo" Finds New Life in Kenyan Political Satire
The evergreen song "Kasongo," originally performed by Orch Super Mazembe, is experiencing a resurgence in Kenya, now linked to social and political commentary. Originally written by the iconic Alley Katele, who also t…
Kenya's Odinga Leads Charge in Competitive AU Chairmanship Race
The race for the chairmanship of the African Union Commission (AUC) has gained momentum with a debate featuring Kenya’s former Prime Minister Raila Odinga as he outlines his vision for Africa. The Mjadala Afrika debat…
When Green Card Holders Face Immediate Deportation from the United States
The journey toward obtaining a US Green Card represents a pivotal achievement for many immigrants as it confers the legal right to reside and work in the United States. This permanent residency status, while providing…
Investigation Underway into Mysterious Death at Westlands Eatery
Authorities are investigating a mysterious death that occurred at a prominent eatery in Westlands, Nairobi. The establishment's management confirmed the incident in a statement on Friday, December 13. The inquiry was…
Raila Odinga Champions African Unity and Vision 2063 in AU Debate
Kenya's candidate for the chairperson of the African Union Commission Raila Odinga made a compelling case for his leadership during the recent African Union Leadership debate, known as Mjadala Afrika. Odinga pledges t…
DHS Extends Work Permit Renewal to 540 Days for H-1B and L-1 Visa Spouses
The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced an extension of the automatic work permit renewal period for spouses of H-1B and L-1 visa holders. This change, which will take effect on January 13, 2025, ex…
Kenyan Donors Transform Life of Lebanon Returnee with New Nyandarua Home
Tabitha Njoki, a young woman from Nyandarua, has expressed profound gratitude towards the compassionate individuals who facilitated her mother’s relocation to a new home. Recently, Njoki’s situation captured the atten…
Haitian PM Celebrates Kenya's Independence with Multinational Troops
Haitian Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé visited Multinational Security Support (MSS) troops stationed at LSA 2 to commemorate the 61st anniversary of Kenya's independence from British colonial rule. The Prime Min…
Saudi Employer Destroys Kenyan Worker's Belongings, Triggers Family's Desperate Search
A family in Kitengela is in distress following the disappearance of their relative, Maurine Omari Omulama, who has been working in Saudi Arabia. The situation has raised serious concerns for her safety after a troubli…
Nairobi Woman Attempts to Smuggle Cannabis in Maize Flour Packets
On Thursday, December 12, detectives from the Anti-Narcotics Unit (ANU) successfully intercepted a 27-year-old woman at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) who was attempting to smuggle two kilograms of Cannabi…
Raila Odinga Arrives in Addis Ababa for AUC debate
Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader Raila Odinga arrived in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on Wednesday to participate in the Mjadala Afrika debate, where he will present his candidacy for the chairmanship of the African…
Ruto Pledges to Prove Critics Wrong on Government Performance
During the 61st Jamhuri Day celebrations held at Uhuru Gardens in Nairobi, President William Ruto reaffirmed his administration's commitment to fulfilling its campaign promises amidst escalating public criticism of hi…
Trump Plans to Dismantle ICE Protections for Undocumented Immigrants in Churches, Hospitals
President-elect Donald Trump is set to implement a significant policy change that would allow Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents expanded authority to detain undocumented immigrants in traditionally prot…
Nairobi Governor Honours Rap Icon E-Sir with Road Naming in South C
Nairobi County has unveiled an initiative to honour prominent Kenyan artists by renaming several city roads after them. The decision was announced by Governor Johnson Sakaja during the 2024 Jamhuri Day celebrations at…
Biden Grants Clemency to Nearly 1,500 Individuals in Historic Presidential Pardon
In a historic move, President Joe Biden has granted clemency to many individuals, issuing 39 pardons and commuting the sentences of nearly 1,500 others. This represents the largest single-day act of presidential cleme…