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Australia Issues Travel Advisory as Kenya Demonstrations Intensify
The Australian High Commission in Nairobi has closed its doors in response to widespread demonstrations gripping Kenya. Kenyan citizens have taken to the streets to voice their disapproval of the government's handling…
Kenya's Internet Blackout: Fibre Cut or Widespread Outage?
On Tuesday, June 25, 2024, Kenya experienced internet connectivity disruption coinciding with nationwide protests against the Finance Bill. The internet blackout raised concerns about the role of technology in public…
MP Mbadi Seeks to Join Legal Challenge on KDP Deployment
Suba South Member of Parliament (MP) John Mbadi is seeking to participate in a case filed by the Law Society of Kenya challenging the deployment of military officers. The case, brought forth by the Law Society of Keny…
Security Forces Secure State House Entrances
The government has stationed large numbers of police officers on all the roads leading to the State House. At Nyayo Stadium, a group of Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) personnel were patrolling the area with heavy equipmen…
LSK Demands Probe into Githurai 'Mass Killing'
The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) is urging an impartial inquiry into the alleged 'mass killing' of residents in Githurai, Kiambu County, on Tuesday evening. Reports indicate that police opened fire leading to an unspeci…
Utawala: From Hyena Territory to Prime Real Estate
The transformation of Utawala exemplifies the rapid urbanization occurring in Kenya's satellite towns. Once a wild, uninhabited area frequented by hyenas, Utawala has evolved into a bustling neighbourhood over the pas…
Missing Activist Gabriel Oguda Found Safe After 24-Hour Abduction
Prominent social media activist and political commentator Gabriel Oguda has been found safe after an abduction that occurred during the recent anti-Finance Bill protests. The incident took place in Nairobi on June 24…
Ruto Rejects Finance Bill, Demands Parliamentary Review
President William Ruto has declined to sign the controversial Finance Bill 2024. This decision comes in the wake of widespread public protests and growing concern over proposed tax changes that many citizens viewed as…
Parliament Approves KDF Deployment in Response to Violent Demonstrations
The Kenyan parliament has approved the dispatch of Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) personnel within the country to restore order. This decision comes after a motion proposed by National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichu…
Assenting to Finance Bill Could Backfire on Ruto - Ahmednasir
Protests have erupted across Kenya in response to the controversial Finance Bill 2024, which has ignited widespread public outcry. The proposed legislation has been met with fierce opposition due to its perceived hars…
German-based Kenyan Donates High-Tech ICU Beds to Kenyan Hospital
Allan Moseti, hailing from Bidii in Kwanza Constituency, embarked on a journey to Germany at the age of 20 in search of new prospects. However, his time abroad was not merely for personal advancement as he held a deep…
Safaricom Refutes Claims of Unauthorized Data Sharing
Safaricom has found itself at the center of controversy amid recent anti-tax demonstrations and youth-led protests. Social media platforms have been rife with allegations that the company shared customers' personal in…
Promotion to Glory of Mrs Mary Kabiro in Folsom, California
It is with a humble acceptance of the Lord's will that we announce the promotion to glory of Mrs. Mary Kabiro, formerly of Fife, Washington, that occurred in Folsom, California on 6/18/24 after a short illness. She wa…
Germany Outlines Requirements for Kenyans Seeking Opportunity Card
The Chancenkarte, or Opportunity Card, presents a novel pathway for international professionals to relocate to Germany and pursue employment in their areas of expertise. This initiative streamlines the process of ente…
Parliament on Fire as Protesters Storm Building
A section of Parliament buildings was on Tuesday afternoon engulfed in flames. Plumes of smoke filled the sky as protestors breached police barricades and stormed the complex. The fire reportedly began on the third fl…
Kenya's Parliament Passes Controversial Finance Bill Despite Public Outcry
The Kenyan National Assembly has passed the contentious Finance Bill 2024 despite significant opposition from political rivals and the general public. The bill, which introduces a series of controversial tax measures…
5 Kenyans Stranded in Qatar After Paying 750k for Non-Existent Jobs
Five Kenyan men find themselves stranded in Qatar after falling victim to an agency's false promises of employment abroad. Their aspirations for a better life have devolved into a harrowing experience marked by exploi…
Azimio Coalition Withdraws Amendments to Finance Bill 2024
The Azimio Coalition has elected to withdraw all of its proposed amendments to the Finance Bill 2024. This decision, made by Azimio-allied Members of Parliament (MPs), marks a notable shift in the ongoing legislative…
Governor Mutula Refutes Claims of Abandoning Wiper for UDA
Governor Mutula Kilonzo Junior of Makueni County has firmly refuted claims that he intends to leave the Wiper Party and join the United Democratic Alliance (UDA). Speaking in Kibwezi East, Kilonzo addressed the swirli…
Ruto Flags Off 400 Kenyan Police Officers for Haiti Peacekeeping Mission
A contingent of 400 Kenyan police officers is set to depart for Haiti, marking a significant step in addressing the Caribbean nation's ongoing gang violence crisis. President William Ruto expresses optimism about the…