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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…

Kenyan Women Neurosurgeons Breaking Boundaries at Home and Globally
According to Dr Uzma Samadani, working as a neurosurgeon requires the ability to make critical life-or-death decisions on a daily basis. Dr Samadani emphasizes the sensitivity of her work, as she operates at a level-o…

Kimani Ngunjiri Exits UDA, Accuses Party of Sidelining Loyalists
Former Bahati member of parliament Kimani Ngunjiri has announced his departure from the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party. In a radio interview on Wednesday morning, the staunch Ruto supporter lamented the lack o…

UK Visa Processing Times in 2024 and Strategies for a Smooth Application
Acquiring a UK visa requires careful planning, especially with the recent surge in applications and potential processing delays. This guide provides a clear picture of current processing times and strategies for a smo…

Kenyan Citizen Killed in Armed Robbery Attack in Bor, South Sudan
A Kenyan man has been tragically killed in an armed robbery attack in Bor, South Sudan. The 28-year-old victim, who was working in the city, was shot and killed by the assailants on Monday night. This incident stresse…

Babu Owino Initiates Impeachment Proceedings Against Health CS Nakhumicha
Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino has initiated an impeachment motion against Health Cabinet Secretary Susan Nakhumicha in response to the ongoing doctors' strike in Kenya. The outspoken legislator accuses…

ODM Braces for Succession Showdown
Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party leader Raila Odinga is set to preside over a crucial meeting of the party's Central Management Committee. This influential 12-member body holds significant authority in making pi…

Lead Poisoning Robs Nairobi Children of Their Cognitive Potential - Study
A recent study conducted by a joint team of Kenyan and American researchers has recognised a troubling trend of lead exposure among pregnant women in Nairobi. The study, published in the journal Environmental Health P…

Unlucky in the H-1B Visa Lottery? Consider These 4 Alternative Visa Options
The H-1B visa is a popular option for skilled foreign workers seeking employment in the United States. However, many qualified individuals are not selected in the annual lottery due to the high number of applicants an…

Kenyan Buyers to Benefit from Japanese Used Car Auction in Naivasha
The Special Economic Zones Authority (Seza), led by CEO Dr Kenneth Chelule, is gearing up for the highly anticipated launch of an auction for Japanese used cars in Naivasha, Nakuru County. This initiative, scheduled t…

Meru Deputy Speaker Seriously Injured in Road Accident, Daughter Dies
Meru County Assembly Deputy Speaker Mwenda Ali was on Tuesday involved in a head-on collision on the Meru-Embu road. Sadly, his young daughter Mellisa Makena died in the accident. The incident occurred near Kivwe vill…

Mobile Consular Services Reach Kenyans in the USA, Turkey and Ethiopia
The Kenyan government has launched its latest round of Mobile Consular Services (MCS) to assist Kenyans living abroad with accessing vital documents and consular services. Teams have been dispatched to Istanbul, Turke…

Ambassador Big Ted Calls for Financial Literacy and Community Empowerment Within Kenya's Diaspora
In a heartfelt farewell address delivered to a gathering in Seattle, Thomas Kwaka affectionately known as Big Ted, reflected upon his tenure as the Kenyan Ambassador to the United States. His speech resonated deeply w…

Senate Committee to Investigate Implications of Sending Nurses Abroad
Kenya's healthcare sector faces a growing crisis as many nurses seek employment abroad. Senator George Mbugua has called upon the Standing Committee on Health to investigate this trend. The investigation will focus on…

Sakaja Mandates Kanjos to Detain Kenyans Recording Raids
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has ignited controversy with a recent directive granting kanjos the authority to apprehend individuals who record them during raids. This decision comes in response to mounting tensions…

Kalonzo Alleges Ruto's Rigging Plans Ahead of 2027 Polls
Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka has levelled serious allegations against the Kenya Kwanza coalition accusing them of attempting to undermine the implementation of the National Dialogue Committee (Nadco) report. Kalonzo v…

Shilling Bounces Back, Recoups Half the Value Lost
The Kenyan shilling's recent appreciation offers a sigh of relief for consumers and businesses alike. As a net importer, Kenya has long grappled with the challenges of a weak currency, which translates into higher imp…

JKIA Introduces New Luggage Delivery Service and Announces Expansion Plans
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) has launched a new service known as Airport Mtaani in a move designed to enhance traveller convenience. This initiative streamlines the luggage claim process by allowing pass…

Kalonzo, Wamalwa Threatens Street Protests Over Stalled Electoral Justice Reforms
Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka has threatened the resumption of protests if the implementation of the National Dialogue Committee's (Nadco) report on electoral justice recommendations is halted. This statement comes in…