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Kenyan Bisexual Man Faces Deportation from Canada, Fears LGBTQ+ Persecution in Kenya
Charles Mwangi, a 48-year-old Kenyan national, faces imminent deportation from Canada, scheduled for August 25, 2024. Mwangi, who identifies as bisexual, asserts that his return to Kenya would place his life in jeopar…

Ruto Taps Former Officials for Top Government Positions
President Ruto has made changes in his administration appointing former Narok Governor Samuel Tunai as the new chair of the Kenya Medical Supplies Authority (KEMSA) board, replacing former Transport Principal Secretar…

Babu Owino: I'm Ready to Lead Opposition, Raila Remains My Mentor
Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino has addressed questions surrounding his relationship with Azimio leader Raila Odinga following his self-declaration as the new opposition leader. In a televised interview…

Parliament Urges KCC to Cut Milk Supply to State House and 9 Others
The Kenyan Parliament has taken a decisive stance on the financial challenges facing the New Kenya Co-operative Creameries (KCC). Members of Parliament have instructed the cooperative to consider ceasing milk supply t…

Kenyan Shilling Set to Strengthen as Dollar Demand Eases
The Kenyan Shilling is poised to strengthen against the US Dollar in the coming week, driven by reduced foreign currency demand from fuel importers and manufacturers. Industry experts anticipate a slight stabilization…

Ethiopia Surpasses Kenya in US Citizenship and Permanent Residency Numbers
Recent data from the Migration Policy Institute has revealed a notable trend in the acquisition of US permanent residency status and naturalized citizenship among African nationals. Specifically, Ethiopians have consi…

Sakaja Warns of Underlying Issues Post Gen Z Protests
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has explained his decision to remain silent during the recent protests by Gen Zs across the city and the country. Speaking on Friday, Sakaja explained that his reluctance was a delibera…

Future of H-1B Visa Program in Question Amid Policy Changes for Foreign Workers
The 2020 H-1B wage rule had a profound impact on both employers and foreign workers. This regulation, introduced by the Trump administration, led to significant increases in required salaries for H-1B visa holders. Fo…

Kenyan Engineer Accuses UK of Stealing His Military Plane Invention
Kenyan mechanical and materials engineer Sammy Onyango has made a controversial claim regarding the alleged theft of his groundbreaking military invention which he asserts led to his deportation from the United Kingdo…

Maureen Ngina Kamala of Haverhill, Massachusetts Found Dead in Her Home
Dear family,friends and well wishers, it is with humble acceptance that we announce the promotion of Glory of Maureen Ngina Kamala of Haverhill, Massachusetts on the evening of Tuesday, August 20th 2024. Further detai…

Death Announcement: Michael Mugo Mwaura - Brother to Karanja Mwaura and Jane Mwaura of Baltimore, MD
It is with profound sadness that we announce the death of Michael M. Mwaura, brother to Thomas Karanja Mwaura and Njeri Mwaura of Baltimore, and Ruguru Mwaura of Atlanta, on Tuesday, August 20, 2024 in Nairobi, Kenya…

Government Increases Scrutiny on Nigerian Students Applying to Kenyan Universities
Kenyan agencies responsible for admitting foreign students into tertiary institutions have written to the Nigerian Joint Admission Matriculation Board (JAMB) seeking verification of the qualifications of Nigerian appl…

Kenyans Celebrate as World Athletics Council Bans Bahrain from Recruiting Athletes Until 2027
Kenyans are celebrating following the World Athletics Council's decisive action to ban Bahrain from recruiting athletes until 2027. This ruling comes on the heels of Winfred Mutile Yavi's victory at the Paris Olympics…

Legal Challenge Launched Against Joho's Cabinet Appointment
President William Ruto's choice to include Hassan Joho in his Cabinet has faced legal scrutiny with petitioners aiming to remove the former Mombasa governor from his post. The Genesis for Human Rights Commission has l…

Kenyan Teachers Announce Monday Strike After Failed Government Talks
The ongoing negotiations between the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) and the teachers' unions have reached an impasse, raising the prospect of a looming strike. The recent talks, held at the Kenya School of Governme…

Meru Governor Granted Temporary Reprieve as High Court Suspends Impeachment
Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza has received a reprieve in her ongoing legal battle. The High Court has suspended the Senate's resolution to remove her from office, which had followed her impeachment by the Meru County…

Mount Kenya Leaders Seek to Abolish 50%+1 Presidential Election Rule
Political leaders from the Mt. Kenya region are spearheading discussions on potential constitutional reforms to reshape the country's electoral framework ahead of Kenya's 2027 General Election. The key proposal, which…

Moses Wetangula Sued for Outstanding Sh298,000 German Shepherd Debt
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula has become entangled in a legal dispute over an alleged unpaid debt of Sh298,100. The case, filed in the Small Claims Court at Milimani, is initiated by Isokat Bethwel, who co…

Kenyan Luxury Real Estate Faces Auction Surge Amid Market Downturn
Kenya's property market is experiencing significant strain due to ongoing economic challenges with auctioneers increasingly seizing high-value assets across various sectors. This trend is affecting even well-establish…

Is Nairobi Ready for Robot Servers?
In Nairobi's Kileleshwa suburb, a new dining establishment is captivating both residents and visitors with its innovative approach to hospitality. The Robot Café, located on the ground floor of Lana Plaza, is Kenya’s…