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Kenyans Abroad Send Less Money Home as Remittances Decline
Remittances from Kenyans living abroad fell by 1.3 per cent in the 12 months to August 2026, with lower inflows from the United States and Saudi Arabia contributing to the decline, Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) Governor…
Kenya Must Be 'Clean' to Be Credible, Says Wada Chief
The president of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), Witold Banka, has emphasized the need for Kenya to enhance its anti-doping measures to maintain its credibility ahead of hosting the 2029 World Athletics Champions…
Mwakilishi News Bulletin - Evening Edition, Thursday 08 October 2026
The bulletin covers Kenyan diaspora concerns, immigration policy challenges, and significant global news events.
US Deportations to African Countries Unlawful and Exploit Suffering, Says Rights Group
The United States has come under scrutiny for its deportation policies after a human rights organization criticized the country for its treatment of migrants from African nations. According to Human Rights Watch (HRW)…
Lawsuit Challenges U.S. Policies Threatening Green Card Applicants with Family Separation
A new legal challenge has been launched against the U.S. administration, targeting policies that threaten to separate families of green card applicants. The lawsuit, filed by the American Immigration Lawyers Associati…
US Suspends Microsoft from Green Card Program Over H-1B Visa Issues
The United States has suspended Microsoft from its green card program for workers on H-1B visas, a decision that could significantly affect the tech giant and its employees. The announcement was made by U.S. Vice Pres…
Mwakilishi News Bulletin - Midday Edition, Thursday 08 October 2026
Today's bulletin covers diaspora challenges, political updates, global issues, and health threats affecting Kenyans.
Ruto Confirms Kenya Will Host WRC Safari Rally in 2027
Kenya will host a round of the World Rally Championship (WRC) in 2027 after securing a place on the championship calendar, President William Ruto has announced.In a statement shared on social media, Ruto welcomed Keny…
Kioni Admits Disappointment After Losing Jubilee Top Seat
Jubilee Party Deputy Leader Jeremiah Kioni has acknowledged that he was disappointed after failing to secure the party’s top leadership position, but said his bid should not be seen as a source of division.Kioni said…
84 Kenyans killed, 52 missing in Russia-Ukraine war
Recent reports have revealed that 84 Kenyans have been killed and 52 are currently missing as a result of the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. This tragic information was disclosed by a Kenyan government official, who note…
Thousands of Kenyans in Dubai Could Be Affected by Tougher Shared Housing Rules
Thousands of Kenyans living and working in Dubai could face changes to their accommodation arrangements after new rules tightened regulations governing shared housing across the emirate.The changes follow Dubai Law No…
How Kenyan Women in America Confront Cultural Pressure When Marriage Turns Abusive
Kenyan women living in the United States are increasingly navigating tensions between traditional expectations around marriage and American laws that protect individuals from domestic abuse, coercion and violence.Amon…
Kenya, Russia Hold Talks on Welfare of Kenyans Living in Russia
Russia’s Ambassador to Kenya, Vsevolod Igorevich Tkachenko, has held talks with Principal Secretary for Diaspora Affairs Roseline Njogu on the welfare of Kenyans living in Russia.Tkachenko met Njogu during a courtesy…
WMO Warns El Niño Could Be Among Strongest Recorded in More Than 70 Years
The World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) has warned that the current El Niño event is strengthening rapidly and could become one of the strongest recorded in more than 70 years.In its latest assessment, the WMO sai…
Wamuchomba Quits UDA Over Claims of Tribal Attacks
Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba has announced that she will not seek re-election on the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) ticket.Speaking at Parliament Buildings on Thursday, Wamuchomba said she had decided to leave t…
Russian attack on buses in Kramatorsk, Ukraine kills at least 33 people
A Russian attack on buses in Kramatorsk, a city located in the eastern region of Ukraine's Donetsk, has resulted in the deaths of at least 33 individuals. Local authorities have reported that the assault, which occurr…
Duale Assures Diplomats Kenya Is Safe for Travel, Trade and Investment
Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has assured diplomats and international partners that Kenya remains safe for travel, trade and investment following the confirmation of an imported Ebola case.Speaking during a meet…
Christa Pike Begins Walking Again After Failed Lethal Injection
Christa Pike, the Tennessee prisoner who survived a failed lethal injection, is beginning to regain mobility as she recovers in hospital, while her lawyers pursue legal action over the execution attempt.More than a we…
Ebola Patient Evades Screening at JKIA, Raising Health Concerns
An Ebola patient successfully evaded screening measures at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) in Nairobi, Kenya, prompting significant concerns regarding the country's preparedness for managing the Ebola virus…
KMPDU Calls for Protection of Health Workers Amid Ebola Case in Kenya
The Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) has demanded enhanced protection for frontline health workers following the confirmation of the country's first-ever Ebola case. This comes in th…