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Boni Khalwale Mourns Wife Gloria Sekeiyan After Sudden Death
Kenya

Boni Khalwale Mourns Wife Gloria Sekeiyan After Sudden Death

Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale is mourning the death of his wife, Gloria Sekeiyan Khalwale, who died suddenly on Saturday morning after collapsing in what the senator described as a heart attack.Khalwale announced Glo…

Aug 15, 2026
Romania's Nuclear Shutdown Highlights Global Energy Vulnerabilities Amid Climate Extremes
World

Romania's Nuclear Shutdown Highlights Global Energy Vulnerabilities Amid Climate Extremes

Romania has temporarily shut down its sole nuclear power facility, the Cernavodă plant, as a significant drop in the Danube River's water levels, caused by extreme heat, jeopardizes its operational capabilities. The p…

Aug 15, 2026
Trump Aims to Declare Strait of Hormuz US Territory Amid Tensions with Iran
World

Trump Aims to Declare Strait of Hormuz US Territory Amid Tensions with Iran

In a bold declaration that has sent ripples through international political circles, U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans to declare the strategic Strait of Hormuz a U.S. territory once Iran is defeated. This e…

Aug 14, 2026
Nigel Farage's Political Resurgence: A Controversial Comeback
World

Nigel Farage's Political Resurgence: A Controversial Comeback

Nigel Farage, the leader of Reform U.K., has made a striking return to the British political scene, regaining his seat in Parliament amidst swirling allegations of financial impropriety. Farage, known for his polarizi…

Aug 14, 2026
Nasa's Lunar Mission Marks New Era in Space Exploration
World

Nasa's Lunar Mission Marks New Era in Space Exploration

Nasa has successfully completed its historic mission to the Moon, marking a significant milestone in space exploration. The mission, which concluded with a splashdown in the Pacific Ocean, represents the United States…

Aug 14, 2026
USCIS to Reject Older I-539 and I-765 Forms from 15 September
Immigration

USCIS to Reject Older I-539 and I-765 Forms from 15 September

US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will reject older editions of Forms I-539 and I-765 from 15 September 2026, leaving applicants with no grace period to switch to the updated versions.The agency will int…

Aug 14, 2026
Kalonzo Musyoka Warns Opposition Leaders Against Defections Ahead of 2027
Kenya

Kalonzo Musyoka Warns Opposition Leaders Against Defections Ahead of 2027

Musyoka warns opposition leaders against defections ahead of 2027 electionKalonzo Musyoka has warned opposition leaders against joining President William Ruto’s Kenya Kwanza administration or putting personal ambition…

Aug 14, 2026
Kenyans Put on Alert Over Fake P2 Circulating in the Country
Kenya

Kenyans Put on Alert Over Fake P2 Circulating in the Country

The Pharmacy and Poisons Board has warned Kenyans about a falsified batch of the emergency contraceptive Postinor-2, identified as batch number T34197R and falsely labelled as being manufactured by Gedeon Richter Plc…

Aug 14, 2026
Jeff Bezos Eyes Major Investment in Liverpool FC, Signaling a New Era of Sports Financing
Sports

Jeff Bezos Eyes Major Investment in Liverpool FC, Signaling a New Era of Sports Financing

In a significant development for the sports and investment worlds, Jeff Bezos, the billionaire founder of Amazon, is reportedly in discussions to invest in Liverpool Football Club. This potential investment, reported…

Aug 14, 2026
Kenyan Immigrant Reveals Why He Left Nursing to Join the US Army
Diaspora

Kenyan Immigrant Reveals Why He Left Nursing to Join the US Army

Kenyan immigrant Newton Kipchumba has joined the United States Army after leaving nursing and care work, saying he made the decision suddenly after struggling to balance work and further studies.Kipchumba, who arrived…

Aug 14, 2026
Justice Makau Proposes Embassy-Based Labour Inspectors for Kenyans Working Overseas
Diaspora

Justice Makau Proposes Embassy-Based Labour Inspectors for Kenyans Working Overseas

Justice Nzioki Makau has called for stronger safeguards for Kenyans seeking employment abroad, including the deployment of specialised labour inspectors to Kenyan embassies to monitor workers’ welfare and ensure emplo…

Aug 14, 2026
New US Student Visa Rules: What International Students Need to Know Before September 15
Immigration

New US Student Visa Rules: What International Students Need to Know Before September 15

From 15 September 2026, international students entering the United States on F visas will be admitted for a fixed period of up to four years, replacing the current duration-of-status system.Under the new rules, a stud…

Aug 14, 2026
Kenya Embassy in Paris Hiring Consular Assistant at €1,980 Monthly Salary
Diaspora

Kenya Embassy in Paris Hiring Consular Assistant at €1,980 Monthly Salary

The Embassy of Kenya in Paris is recruiting a Consular Assistant, with applications open to Kenyans legally resident in France until Friday, 4 September 2026.The successful candidate will support a range of consular s…

Aug 14, 2026
Government Takes Overseas Job Opportunities to Youth in Meru
Diaspora

Government Takes Overseas Job Opportunities to Youth in Meru

Kenya is expanding access to overseas employment in rural communities, with Diaspora Affairs Principal Secretary Roseline Njogu leading grassroots engagements in Meru County under the government’s Diaspora Mashinani i…

Aug 14, 2026
Kenyan in Canada Warns How Quickly Immigrants Can Become Homeless Abroad
Diaspora

Kenyan in Canada Warns How Quickly Immigrants Can Become Homeless Abroad

A Kenyan living in Canada has warned that immigrants can quickly become homeless after sudden setbacks, regardless of their education, employment or financial position.Moses Kiprono, who regularly speaks about diaspor…

Aug 14, 2026
Senate Challenges Sh50 Million Award to Gachagua Over Impeachment Hearing
Kenya

Senate Challenges Sh50 Million Award to Gachagua Over Impeachment Hearing

The Senate and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua have filed separate appeals at the Court of Appeal over the High Court’s ruling on his impeachment.The Senate, led by Speaker Amason Kingi, is challenging parts…

Aug 14, 2026
Swiatek Triumphs Over Rybakina to Secure Canadian Open Victory
Sports

Swiatek Triumphs Over Rybakina to Secure Canadian Open Victory

In a thrilling display of tennis prowess, Iga Swiatek claimed victory over Elena Rybakina at the WTA Canadian Open, marking her sixth Grand Slam title. The final, held in Toronto, was a testament to Swiatek’s dominant…

Aug 14, 2026
Zambia’s Hichilema Under Fire for Civil Liberties Clampdown Ahead of Election
World

Zambia’s Hichilema Under Fire for Civil Liberties Clampdown Ahead of Election

Zambia's President Hakainde Hichilema, who rose to power five years ago on a platform promising to uphold civil liberties in one of Africa's major copper-producing nations, is facing substantial backlash ahead of a cr…

Aug 13, 2026
Palestinian Families in West Bank Siege Highlight Mounting Tensions
World

Palestinian Families in West Bank Siege Highlight Mounting Tensions

The situation in the West Bank has once again captured international attention as reports emerge of two Palestinian families being besieged by settlers. The latest incident underscores the growing chaos in the region…

Aug 13, 2026
Zambia Votes in Pivotal Election Amid Economic Struggles
World

Zambia Votes in Pivotal Election Amid Economic Struggles

Zambians are heading to the polls as President Hakainde Hichilema seeks a second term in office, facing a challenging political landscape dominated by economic hardships and public discontent. The electoral contest on…

Aug 13, 2026