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Why Hundreds of Kenyan WhatsApp Accounts Face Sudden Bans
Recent reports indicate a widespread suspension of WhatsApp accounts in Kenya, reminiscent of a similar incident that occurred five years ago. Users across the country have experienced sudden logouts from their accoun…
Nine Kenyan Students Detained for Arson Attack on School Property Worth Millions
Nine students from Miathene Boys High School in Meru County were on Tuesday detained after a fire destroyed a dormitory at the school on the evening of July 16, 2024. A series of fires in educational institutions has…
Passengers Stranded as JKIA Workers Protest Adani Takeover
The Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) in Kenya has been plunged into chaos as airport staff have initiated a strike protesting the government's controversial plans to lease the facility to Adani Enterprises…
How Marital Dispute Landed Abdula Dida in US Prison
Former Kenyan presidential candidate Mohamed Abduba Dida moved to Illinois in January 2019 to further his education and intended to return to Kenya upon completing his studies. Prior to his relocation, Dida had been m…
USCIS Eases Pressure on Noncitizens with New 540-Day EAD Extension
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has introduced a significant change to its Employment Authorization Document (EAD) policy. This new rule extends the automatic renewal period for EADs, ai…
Turkish Investor Launches High-End Airport Lounge in Mombasa
A Turkish investor has established a new lounge at the Moi International Airport (MIA) in Mombasa, aiming to capitalize on the increasing number of passengers passing through the airport. The Bosphorus Lounge, spannin…
No Food, No Fee: Family of Kidnapped Kenyan Truck Driver Begs for Assistance
Florence Wanza Munyao, 45, is believed to have been abducted by a Congolese armed group following her reported involvement in a military dispute in the area. The seasoned truck driver from Machakos County, Kenya, has…
ODM Top Brass to Name Raila's Successor on Wednesday
The Central Management Committee, The top decision-making body of ODM, will on Wednesday select an interim party leader to take Raila Odinga's place. This meeting comes as Odinga readies to step down from his 18-year…
Met Warning: Nairobi and 4 Other Areas to Experience Extreme Weather Changes
The Kenya Meteorological Department has issued a weather advisory for the week of September 10 to September 16, alerting citizens to prepare for extreme weather conditions. According to Director David Gikungu, the cou…
Kenya, US Near Historic Trade Agreement as Negotiations Advance
The United States and Kenya are intensifying efforts to conclude a long-delayed free trade agreement as the eighth round of negotiations under the Strategic Trade and Investment Partnership (STIP) approaches. This pus…
Former Bomachoge Chache MP Simon Ogari Dies at 68
Former Bomachoge Chache Member of Parliament Simon Ogari has passed away at the age of 68. Ogari died on Tuesday morning at his residence in Karen, Nairobi, following a prolonged illness. Ogari's political career bega…
Ichung'wah Dismisses Gachagua's Unity Efforts in Mt Kenya
The Mount Kenya unity campaign spearheaded by Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has ignited significant political tension, drawing sharp criticism from several Members of Parliament (MPs). This initiative, aimed at co…
Presidential Hopeful Abduba Dida Jailed for Stalking in US
Mohamed Abduba Dida, a former teacher who twice ran for President and outperformed some established politicians, is serving a seven-year sentence in a US prison for stalking and threats. Convicted in November 2022 in…
Rebecca Cheptegei's Ex-lover Dickson Ndiema Dies at Moi Hospital
Dickson Ndiema, the former partner of deceased Ugandan athlete Rebeca Cheptegei, has died at Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital in Eldoret. Ndiema has succumbed to burns covering 30 per cent of his body. He had been i…
Many Kenyan Women Embrace Plastic Surgery to Enhance Their Curvy African Figures
The Kenya Society of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons (KSPRAS) hosted its Annual Scientific Conference in Mombasa in 2024, which highlighted a notable trend among Kenyan women increasingly opting for body…
Kenyan Women in Germany Celebrate Achievements at 5th Annual KWIG Event
The 5th Annual Kenya Women in Germany (KWIG) event, held on September 8th in Mainz, showcased the remarkable accomplishments and contributions of Kenyan women residing in Germany. The occasion was honoured by the pres…
The Untold Story of Kenya's Counterfeit Cement Undermining Construction
A recent report reveals that more than half of the cement samples collected by the Kenya Bureau of Standards (Kebs) in a market survey failed to meet the required standards. According to the findings, a mere 38.1% of…
Mt Kenya East Leaders Endorse Kithure Kindiki as Regional Kingpin
The political leaders from the Mt. Kenya East region have endorsed Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki as their regional leader. This endorsement, announced during a press conference on Monday, marks a crucial…
Kenyan Diaspora Gathers for Landmark US Trade Summit
The Kenyan diaspora in the United States has organized a trade and investment summit for diaspora business groups, government officials, and Kenyans seeking opportunities in America. The 2024 Diaspora Trade and Invest…
Kenyan Activist in France Claims Life Under Threat for Exposing JKIA-Adani Deal
Kenyan whistleblower Nelson Amenya residing in France has raised concerns regarding his safety following his public disclosure of a controversial deal involving the Indian conglomerate Adani Group and Nairobi's Jomo K…