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JKIA Introduces New Baggage Rules for Passengers Travelling to Nairobi
Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) has introduced new baggage rules at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), prohibiting passengers travelling to Nairobi from attaching their luggage to that of other travellers.Unde…
As the UK sanctions Israeli settlements, is the two-state solution dead?
The recent decision by the United Kingdom to impose sanctions on Israeli settlements has sparked significant debate among international observers regarding the viability of a two-state solution for the Israeli-Palesti…
Ruto’s Housing Programme: 220 Homes Delivered as Millions Await Affordable Units
Ruto’s Affordable Housing Programme Expands as Delivery Targets Remain ElusivePresident William Ruto has handed over 220 affordable homes in Bomet County as his administration expands its housing programme across Keny…
Kenya's Crackdown on Foreign Traders Sparks Xenophobia Concerns
In a move that has stirred fears of xenophobia, Kenyan President William Ruto has ordered a crackdown on foreign nationals working as street hawkers. The directive, aimed at regulating the informal trade sector, has r…
Mwakilishi News Bulletin - Midday Edition, Wednesday 09 September 2026
Today's bulletin covers diaspora news, immigration challenges, Kenyan issues, global conflicts, and business developments.
Emotional Poem by Young Girl Moves Kenyan President to Tears
A young girl's emotional poem has captured the attention of many, including Kenya's President William Ruto, who was visibly moved to tears during a recent event. The heartfelt performance, which included the phrase 'W…
Zimbabwean Tycoon Chivayo Says $200m Kenya Investment Is Finally Taking Shape After Ruto Meeting
Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo's ambitious US$200 million investment plan in Kenya is moving forward, marking an important development in cross-national economic relations between African nations. The progres…
DCI Sounds Alarm Over TikTok Network Luring Kenyans Into Crime
Kenya’s Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has warned the public about a criminal network accused of using TikTok to lure victims into violent attacks.Three suspects were arrested in Ruai, Nairobi County, af…
Kenya Nurses End 41-Day Strike After KSh13,000 Allowance Deal
Kenya’s nurses have ended a 41-day nationwide strike after reaching an agreement with the Council of Governors (CoG) on allowances, with union officials directing nurses to return to work immediately.The Kenya Nationa…
Ruto Secures Major Investment for 15 New Hospitals in Kenya
In a significant development for the healthcare sector in Kenya, President William Ruto has unveiled a deal with Italy to construct 15 new hospitals across the country. This announcement marks a substantial investment…
'Sh20,000 a month? Not worth our girls' dignity!' Former FGM Cutters Embrace Alternative Livelihoods in Narok
In Narok County, Kenya, a significant shift is occurring as former female genital mutilation (FGM) cutters abandon their traditional practices in favor of alternative livelihoods. This change comes in response to the…
US Green Card Lottery: 53,939 Africans Could Miss Out Amid Visa Suspension
More than 53,000 African applicants selected for the 2026 US Diversity Visa programme face an uncertain future as a suspension of visa issuance threatens to prevent them from completing the process before the 30 Septe…
Kenyan Students in Hungary Face Rising Costs, Language Barriers and Isolation
Kenyan student leader Dorothy Chebet has called for better preparation and support for scholars travelling abroad, saying scholarships do not always cover the full cost of living or ease the challenges of adapting to…
US Green Card Lottery Results: Which African Countries Had the Fewest Winners?
The latest United States Department of State figures for the Diversity Visa (DV-2026) programme show a wide disparity in the number of selectees across African countries, with some nations recording only a handful of…
44% of Kenyans Say Unemployment and Poverty Are the Country’s Biggest Problems
Unemployment and poverty have emerged as Kenyans’ leading national concerns, with 44 per cent of respondents in a new TIFA survey identifying them as the country’s biggest challenges.The survey, conducted by Trends an…
NSSF Explains How Kenyans Permanently Moving Abroad Can Access Their Savings
Kenyans permanently relocating outside the East African Community (EAC) can access their NSSF savings through the Emigration Benefit, provided they meet the Fund’s eligibility requirements.The National Social Security…
High-Profile Corruption Case: Ex-PS Peter Kaberia Arrested in Sh330 Million Scandal
In a significant development in Kenya's ongoing battle against corruption, former Principal Secretary Peter Kaberia has been arrested along with five others in connection with the alleged misappropriation of Sh330 mil…
Israel Orders UK to Shut East Jerusalem Consulate Amid Deteriorating Relations
Israel has directed the United Kingdom to close its consulate in East Jerusalem within 30 days, marking a significant escalation in diplomatic tensions between the two nations. The announcement comes as British-Israel…
Russia Bombards Kyiv Soon After Witkoff, Kushner Leave
Russia launched a barrage of attacks on Kyiv soon after prominent figures Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner departed from the Ukrainian capital. The agreement to abstain from bombarding the city during their visit was q…
Troops Repel Boko Haram/Iswap Attack on Base in Borno Community
In a significant military engagement, Nigerian troops successfully repelled an attack by Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists on a military base in the Borno community. The incident occ…