Major Events that Made Headlines in 2025: A Year That Refused to Whisper
If years were personalities, 2025 would not be the quiet, reflective type. It was loud, bruising, historic, tragic, occasionally absurd—and impossible to ignore. From the streets of Nairobi to the…
Bangladesh Mourns: Trailblazing First Female Prime Minister Khaleda Zia Dies at 80 After Long Illness
Bangladesh is in mourning following the death of former prime minister Khaleda Zia, the country’s first woman to hold the top job, who passed away at the age of 80…
Outcry as Turkish National Arrested in Nairobi Faces Deportation: Inside the Legal, Diplomatic and Human Rights Storm
The arrest of a Turkish national and his family in Nairobi has ignited a fierce debate at the intersection of human rights, international diplomacy, and Kenya’s own obligations under domestic…
Green Card Trap? Married to a U.S. Citizen, Detained by ICE at Interview as Trump Policy Sparks Panic
Green card interviews — once considered a routine final step for spouses of U.S. citizens — are rapidly turning into flashpoints of fear and detention, as the Trump administration intensifies…
Shock List Drops: 15 Kenyans Flagged in Trump’s “Worst of the Worst Criminal Aliens” Crackdown — DHS Launches Aggressive Nationwide Sweep
The Trump administration has escalated its sweeping immigration crackdown after the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published a fresh roster of what it labels the “worst of the worst…
Kenya Makes History: Nairobi to Host First-Ever World Geothermal Congress in Africa in 2029
Kenya has cemented its position as a global powerhouse in renewable energy after winning a landmark bid to host the World Geothermal Congress (WGC) 2029—the first time the prestigious event…
Tanzania in Diplomatic Firestorm as Dar es Salaam Urges EU Parliament to Reconsider KSh23B Aid Freeze Linked to Election Unrest
Tanzania has moved into full diplomatic gear after the European Parliament voted to freeze €156 million (KSh23.3 billion) in development aid over concerns tied to unrest during the October 29…
From High-Life to Handcuffs – How Nairobi Tycoon Evans Gor Semelang’o Landed in a Dubai Cell
In a dramatic turn of events seemingly torn from the pages of a business thriller, Nairobi businessman Evans Gor Semelang’o, known for his flamboyant lifestyle and high-stakes ventures, is currently…
Trump Shutdown Fallout: JD Vance Cancels Kenya Visit After G20 Travel Ban Directive
The much-anticipated visit to Kenya by United States Vice President JD Vance has been officially canceled, following the ongoing U.S. government shutdown and a direct order from President Donald Trump…
Vodacom Ends 17-Year ‘Please Call Me’ Legal Saga with Out-of-Court Settlement
A long-running legal standoff between South Africa’s leading telecom operator, Vodacom, and its former employee Nkosana Makate — the brain behind the revolutionary “Please Call Me” service — has finally…
Green card: US Warns of Fake DV-2027 Lottery Claims as Scammers Target Desperate Applicants
The United States government has dismissed online rumours claiming that the 2027 Diversity Visa (DV) Lottery has been opened, warning the public to beware of scammers exploiting unsuspecting applicants. In…
Dick Cheney, Powerful and Polarising Former U.S. Vice President, Dies at 84
Former U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney, one of the most influential and controversial figures in modern American politics, has died at the age of 84, his family confirmed on Monday.…
End of an Era: North Korea’s Veteran Diplomat Kim Yong Nam Dies at 97
North Korea’s former ceremonial head of state and one of its longest-serving diplomats, Kim Yong Nam, has died at the age of 97, state media reported on Tuesday. According to…
Israel’s Ex-Military Legal Chief Arrested Over Leaked Video Alleging Palestinian Detainee Abuse
The Israeli political and military establishment has been thrown into turmoil following the arrest of Major General Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi, the former top lawyer of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), over…
US, China roll out tit-for-tat port fees, threatening more turmoil at sea
BEIJING/LOS ANGELES, Oct 14 (Reuters) – The U.S. and China on Tuesday began charging additional port fees on ocean shipping firms that move everything from holiday toys to crude oil,…
One Night Only with Kenny G in Nairobi Delivers a Night to Remember
Nairobi was treated to an unforgettable night of world-class jazz as Grammy Award–winning saxophonist Kenny G made his long-awaited Kenyan debut at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) on Saturday,…
Historic First: KNH Surgeons Perform World’s Pioneering Facial Reconstruction Surgery
A nine-hour surgical marathon at Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) has propelled Kenya onto the global map of medical excellence. Surgeons at the country’s largest referral hospital have successfully carried out…
Chakwera Concedes Defeat to Predecessor and Successor Peter Mutharika in Malawi’s Historic Election
Voters queued before dawn at polling stations across Malawi on September 16, braving shortages of food and fuel to cast their ballots in a pivotal election that has now reshaped…
Sakaja’s Global Pitch: Smart City Partnership with Los Angeles to Reclaim Nairobi’s “Green City in the Sun” Glory
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has taken his ambitious “green city” vision to the global stage, leveraging the 2025 United Nations General Assembly sideline engagements in New York to secure partnerships…
Charlie Kirk’s Killer Texted Roommate
Charlie Kirk’s suspected killer, Tyler Robinson, allegedly texted his roommate the day of the shooting and discussed his rifle, possible motive and other details on the planning surrounding the event,…
Kenya Sends Fresh Troops to DRC as KDF Expands Global Peacekeeping Footprint
Nanyuki, Kenya — A fresh battalion of Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops is set for deployment to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) this October under the United Nations Stabilisation…
Nepal: Gen Z Torch Parliament as Prime Minister Resigns
Nepal’s Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has resigned in the wake of public outrage over the killing of 22 people in police clashes with anti-corruption protesters. His office said he…
Police Update: Kenya to Repatriate Body of Officer Killed in Haiti Road Accident
The National Police Service (NPS) has confirmed that arrangements are underway to repatriate the body of a Kenyan police officer killed in a tragic road accident in Haiti on Sunday,…
MSS Officer Killed, Eight Injured in Haiti Road Accident
A Multinational Security Support Mission (MSS) officer died and eight others sustained injuries in a road accident in Haiti on Sunday evening, August 31. According to MSS spokesperson Jack Ombaka,…
Siaya to Host Landmark International Trade and Investment Summit
The County Government of Siaya is set to host the inaugural Siaya International Trade and Investment Conference (SITICO), a high-profile platform designed to showcase the county’s untapped economic potential and…
Most Trump tariffs are not legal, US appeals court rules
NEW YORK, Aug 29 (Reuters) – A divided U.S. appeals court ruled on Friday that most of Donald Trump’s tariffs are illegal, undercutting the Republican president’s use of the levies…
Government Defends Hiring of U.S. Lobbying Firm Ahead of Ruto’s State Visit
Foreign Affairs Ministry says engagement is standard global practice despite criticism over high cost The Government of Kenya has broken its silence following reports that President William Ruto’s administration contracted…
Britain to pay nearly $4 million in compensation after troops sparked huge forest fire while training in Kenya
The British government has agreed to pay almost $4 million to thousands of victims of a blaze started by its soldiers while in training in Kenya, according to documents seen…