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Ruto Postpones School Reopening Amid Worsening Floods
The devastating effects of the ongoing heavy rainfall in Kenya have prompted President William Ruto to postpone school reopening indefinitely. In an address to the nation, the President reveals the staggering toll of…
Devastating Floods Ravage Maasai Mara Game Reserve in Kenya
The Maasai Mara National Reserve in Kenya has suffered immense damage due to recent severe flooding. This natural disaster has caused significant ecological and economic disruptions. The flash floods have wreaked havo…
Why I Swapped Urban America for Life in Rural Kenya
For Jasmine, the decision to leave her federal employment job in the United States and move to a rural part of Kenya with her family was driven by a profound yearning for something more. Disappointed with the relentle…
The DV Green Card Lottery: Key Considerations and Upcoming Announcement
As the eagerly anticipated Diversity Visa (DV) lottery results approach, it is crucial for applicants to be well-informed about the process and exercise caution regarding specific aspects of their applications. The DV…
Normal Passport Processing Resumes
The Kenyan Immigration Department has resumed normal operations for passport issuance after successfully resolving a period of downtime in its application and collection systems. In a statement released on Thursday, t…
US Lawmakers Extend Rare Invitation for Ruto to Address Congress
The US House Committee on Foreign Affairs has formally proposed to Speaker Mike Johnson to extend an invitation to Kenyan President William Ruto to address a joint session of the US Congress. This prestigious platform…
Kenya Plunged in Widespread Power Outage, Again
A nationwide power outage on Thursday plunged major Kenyan cities including Nairobi, Nakuru, Mombasa, and Murang'a into darkness. The state-owned electricity provider Kenya Power has attributed the disruption to a mal…
TIFA Poll: Linturi Scores Lowest as Kindiki Ranked Top Performer in Cabinet Ratings
The recent opinion poll conducted by TIFA Research offers a comprehensive assessment of the performance of various Cabinet Secretaries (CS) in Kenya. The nationwide survey, involving 2,912 respondents from across the…
DCI Busts Multi-Million Dollar Gold Fraud Targeting Foreigners
Kenyan authorities have apprehended a suspect believed to be part of a complex gold-trading fraud. The arrest is based on a complaint filed by a Georgian national who alleges he was swindled out of over $6 million in…
Kenya Gets New Military Chief as General Kahariri Takes Over CDF Role
President William Ruto has announced a series of key appointments and promotions in a move designed to revitalize the Kenyan military's leadership. The most notable change sees Lieutenant General Charles Muriu Kaharir…
Overcoming Visa Rejection at the US Embassy in Kenya
Securing a visa can feel like an intricate puzzle, and encountering a rejection can be discouraging. However, this decision ultimately lies with the consular officer who meticulously evaluates your application against…
Florida's Six-Week Ban Threatens Abortion Access Across the South
The recently enacted six-week abortion ban in Florida has ignited a fierce debate polarizing opinions and raising concerns from both sides of the divide. Proponents of the ban view this legislation as the epitome of a…
Ruto Embraces 'Zakayo' Nickname, Vows Transformation Through Tax Revenue
In a speech during the 59th Labour Day celebrations held at Uhuru Gardens in Nairobi, President William Ruto addressed the controversial likening of himself to the biblical figure, Zacchaeus, a renowned tax collector…
Kenyan Minimum Wage Set for Increase
President William Ruto has announced plans to raise Kenya's minimum wage, marking the first increase since his predecessor implemented a raise in 2022. During a Labour Day speech, President Ruto directed the Labour Ca…
Pope Francis Appeals for Prayers as Floods Wreak Havoc in Kenya
The severe flooding in Kenya has left a trail of destruction and claimed over 200 lives. In light of this devastating natural calamity, Pope Francis has extended his heartfelt prayers and expressed spiritual solidarit…
Meru Residents Eye Riches After Copper, Gold Discovery
Australian mining company Avira Resources Ltd has reported encouraging findings of copper and gold deposits in Meru County, Kenya. Based on this discovery, the company draws comparisons to the historically rich Okiep…
How Alcoholism Led to Imprisonment and Deportation of a Kenyan Student in Australia
Evans Kurgat, a Kenyan national from Chesumei in Nandi County, left Kenya for Australia in pursuit of higher education. Kurgat studied journalism and media studies at Eldoret College of Professional Studies. In Austra…
Wetangula Approves Impeachment Proceedings Against CS Linturi
National Assembly speaker Moses Wetang'ula has approved a motion to impeach Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi. The motion proposed by Bumula MP Jack Wamboka seeks the removal of Mr Linturi from his positio…
Oparanya, Biketi Seek Legal Action Over Leaked Photos
The unauthorized leak of photographs involving former Kakamega Governor Wycliffe Oparanya and his partner Mary Biketi has sparked a whirlwind of controversy and speculation. Mary Biketi has chosen to break her silence…
KEBS Investigates Uji Power and Okra for Safety and Authenticity
The Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) has initiated an investigation into the safety and legitimacy of two products gaining traction among Kenyan youth: Uji Power and Okra. These products are claimed to enhance female…