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Ebola Fears Rise as Quarantine Numbers Reach 66 Following Suspected Case in Wajir
Health officials in Wajir, Kenya, are on high alert as the number of individuals under quarantine has climbed to 66 amid growing fears of a potential Ebola outbreak. This increase follows a suspected case reported in…
White House Blocks Microsoft from Foreign Worker Hiring Programme
In a significant move impacting global tech talent flows, the United States White House has halted Microsoft's participation in an international visa programme that has traditionally allowed U.S. technology companies…
Mwakilishi News Bulletin - Evening Edition, Friday 09 October 2026
Today's bulletin covers diaspora, immigration, Kenya, world, and sports news, including major diplomatic and political developments.
Super Bowl-winning player and coach Ditka dies aged 86
Mike Ditka, the legendary player and coach who led the Chicago Bears to a Super Bowl victory in 1986, has died at the age of 86. Ditka passed away in the United States, leaving behind a significant legacy in American…
Kenya Proposes Sh2 Million Fine and Jail Term for Unqualified Building Professionals
Kenya’s Cabinet has approved a Bill proposing tougher penalties for unqualified building professionals and stricter regulation of architects, quantity surveyors and other construction specialists.The proposed Architec…
Kalonzo Urges Opposition to Name Opposition’s 2027 Presidential Candidate
Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka has urged opposition parties to agree on a single presidential candidate ahead of the 2027 General Election, expressing confidence that a united coalition can defeat President William Ruto…
Drone strike kills 30 people in Sudan’s Blue Nile region
A drone strike in Sudan's Blue Nile region has reportedly killed 30 individuals, including women and children, near a displacement camp in Wad al-Mahi. The drone is believed to be linked to the Rapid Support Forces (R…
Houthi Attacks on Saudi Airports Result in Three Fatalities Amid Rising Tensions
Three Saudi nationals were killed in missile attacks carried out by Houthi forces on airports in Saudi Arabia, according to officials. The attacks specifically targeted the Riyadh airport and occurred amid escalating…
Mwakilishi News Bulletin - Midday Edition, Friday 09 October 2026
Diaspora news, immigration updates, and Kenya's political and health headlines in today's bulletin.
Ethiopia and Eritrea Exchange Accusations of War Amid Rising Tensions
In a significant escalation of hostilities, Ethiopia and Eritrea have publicly accused each other of initiating war, further straining their already volatile relationship. The accusations arise as tensions have height…
Rose Mithamo Unveils Vision to Empower Kenyan Diaspora in Belgium and Luxembourg
Rose Mithamo, elected president of the Association of Kenyan Diaspora in Belgium and Luxembourg (AKDBL) in June 2026, is focusing on community engagement, cultural preservation and stronger links between Kenyans abroa…
Thousands of Foreign Workers Face Green Card Delays as US Halts Key Immigration Process
The US Department of Labour has halted key stages of the employment-based green card process for several major technology and outsourcing companies, including Microsoft, Adobe, Infosys and Tata Consultancy Services, l…
Tabitha Karanja Quits UDA to Vie for Nakuru Governor Seat on DCP Ticket
Nakuru Senator Tabitha Karanja has left President William Ruto’s United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and announced plans to contest the 2027 Nakuru gubernatorial election on the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) tic…
Wajir Patient Tests Negative for Ebola, Positive for Malaria, Duale Says
A patient in Wajir County, Kenya, who was under observation for a suspected Ebola infection, has tested negative for the virus but has been diagnosed with malaria, according to Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale. The…
Group of 20 Graduates Rescued After Abduction in Nigeria
A group of 20 graduates has been rescued after being abducted in Nigeria while traveling for a national service programme. The incident occurred earlier this month, drawing significant attention to the ongoing securit…
Canada Updates Kenya Travel Advisory Following Imported Ebola Case
Canada has updated its travel advice for Kenya following confirmation of an imported Ebola case in Nairobi linked to the Bundibugyo virus outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).The revised guidance urg…
US Embassy in Nairobi to Close on 12 October for Columbus Day Holiday
The US Embassy in Nairobi will close to the public on Monday, 12 October 2026, in observance of Columbus Day. Consular and other routine services will be unavailable during the holiday. In a public notice, the embassy…
US Military Plans Public Broadcast of Nidal Hasan’s Execution by Firing Squad
The US military plans to execute former Army Major Nidal Hasan by firing squad on 3 December at Fort Hood, Texas, with Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth supporting a proposal to allow the public to watch the proceedings…
US Report Alleges Kenyan Officials Worked With Russia to Recruit Over 1,000 Citizens
A US government report alleges that some Kenyan officials worked with recruitment agencies and Russian authorities in a scheme that sent more than 1,000 Kenyans to serve in Russia’s military during the war in Ukraine…
Kenyans Abroad Send Less Money Home as Remittances Decline
Remittances from Kenyans living abroad fell by 1.3 per cent in the 12 months to August 2026, with lower inflows from the United States and Saudi Arabia contributing to the decline, Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) Governor…