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Moses Kuria's Family Presents Raila with Goat in Reconciliation Bid
Public Service Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria, along with his extended family, today presented Azimio leader Raila Odinga with a goat in a symbolic gesture to reconcile their differences. This unprecedented gesture aim…
Ruto Urges Fiscal Discipline, Appeals to Doctors to End Strike
President William Ruto is urging doctors on strike to return to work and accept the government's proposal to hire intern doctors. In a statement during a Sunday service at the AIC Church in Eldoret, President William…
Nairobi County Ramps Up Land Rate Collection Efforts
The Nairobi County Government is implementing a multi-pronged approach to increase revenue generated from land rates. This initiative aims to bridge the financial gap required for smooth county operations. According t…
UK Military Under Fire Over Alleged Sexual Initiation Rituals in Kenya
A recent article by Daily Mail has exposed a disturbing practice within the British Army. The article alleges that recruits deployed to Kenya are subjected to a so-called "coin-tossing tradition." This tradition repor…
Kenyan Writer Publishes Book on How Immigrants Can Settle Down in the United States
In a bid to assist aspiring immigrants from around the world, Betty Olela, a Kenyan who relocated to the United States six years ago, has authored "Navigating the United States of America: A Handbook for New Immigrant…
British Airways, Virgin Atlantic Planes Collide at Heathrow Airport
A British Airways passenger plane and a Virgin Atlantic aircraft collided today at Heathrow Airport in London. Thankfully, there were no reports of injuries or disruptions to airport operations. Initial reports sugges…
President Ruto's Diplomatic Candidates Disclose Wealth Exceeding Sh1 Billion
President William Ruto's ambassadorial nominees expressed their commitment to strengthening trade relations between Kenya and their respective missions during the vetting process. The Defense and International Relatio…
Angola, Guinea-Bissau Endorse Raila for AU Role
Raila Odinga's bid for the chairpersonship of the African Union Commission has received a significant boost with Angola and Guinea-Bissau committing their support for the former Kenyan Prime Minister. This development…
Bank of Kigali Concludes Kenyan Operations, Shifts Focus to Digital Strategy
The Bank of Kigali (BoK), Rwanda's leading commercial bank, has effectively concluded its operations in Kenya as of April 2, 2024. This decision follows a strategic shift by the bank's parent company Bank of Kigali Gr…
Ruto Awarded Another Top Honor in Guinea Bissau
President William Ruto's recent state visits to West African nations have been marked by a series of prestigious honours and a renewed commitment to fostering unity and transformation across the African continent. On…
UK Government Cautions Citizens About Terror Risks in 5 Kenyan Locations
The United Kingdom government has issued a travel advisory for its citizens visiting Kenya. The European country urges caution due to potential security threats and acts of terrorism. Specific areas identified as high…
The Bitter Truth Behind Kenyans' Pursuit of the America Dream
The United States has long held the allure of boundless opportunity, attracting millions to pursue the American Dream. However, the reality for aspiring immigrants presents both the promise of a better life and the hi…
Sh75 Billion Tax Hurdle Delays M-Pesa's Separation from Safaricom
Kenya's plan to divide the giant telecommunications provider Safaricom and its mobile money arm M-Pesa has encountered a hurdle due to a substantial tax implication. The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has revealed that t…
US Immigration Introduces Third Gender Options in Citizenship Applications
The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has taken an important step towards greater inclusivity by adding a third gender option of 'X' to its naturalization forms. This change addresses a longstanding issu…
Kalonzo Woos Kikuyu Elders, Seeks Kamba Inclusion in GEMA Alliance
Wiper party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has embarked on a strategic campaign to garner support from the Mount Kenya region. Kalonzo showcases a concerted effort to unite the Kikuyu and Akamba communities. This move transce…
KCAA Tasked with Regulating Development Near Airports
Kenya's aviation sector is experiencing a surge in growth, prompting the Ministry of Transport, Infrastructure, Housing and Urban Development to implement reforms to ensure its continued success. During a Thursday mee…
Central Bank Approves LemFi Remittance Service for Kenyan Diaspora
The Central Bank of Kenya has approved a new remittance service called LemFi. This development is expected to significantly benefit over 500,000 members of the Kenyan diaspora. Developed by RightCard Payment Services…
US Increases Costs for Work Visas and Green Card Applications
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has significantly increased filing fees for work visas and green cards. This change comes after seven years with no fee adjustments and aims to address fi…
Canada to Hike Permanent Residence Application Fees Starting April 30
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has implemented changes to specific permanent residence (PR) application fees effective April 30, 2024. These changes align with Canada's Immigrant and Refugee Prote…
President William Ruto Receives Ghana's Highest Honor
President William Ruto's dedication to upholding accountability and due process has earned him Ghana's highest honour, the Companion of the Order of the Star of the Volta. During a State banquet, Ghanaian President Na…