- To consider the extent of this, and to explore the link between religious extremism and radicalisation in Central Asia, The Democracy Forum convened a panel of experts at a recently held virtual seminar titled ‘Extremism and Radicalisation in Central Asia’.
- NAIROBI, Kenya Nov 5 – Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization (KALRO) is gearing up to host the African Indigenous Food System Expo, a groundbreaking event aimed at marketing the presence of indigenous foods in Kenya and across the African continent. In collaboration with the…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 4 – The Senate and the National Assembly have scheduled a joint sitting for President William Ruto’s national address, which is set to take place on November 9. A gazette notice dated November 3, signed by the Speaker of the National Assembly, Moses Wetangula, and his Senate…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 4-Defense Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has called on the leaders in the Coast region to take the leading role in advocating for peaceful co-existence of the communities rather than fanning conflicts. Duale was speaking on Saturday in Lamu’s Kizingitini area, where he accompanied…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 4- President William Ruto has appointed Peter Ndegwa, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Safaricom, as the new Chancellor of Meru University of Science and Technology. The appointment, which is effective from November 1, 2023, is for a five-year term, as stated in a gazette…
- The Kenya Ports Authority welcomed the cruise vessel, which carried 57 tourists who were treated to a warm reception at the KPA Lamu Jetty by Lamu Governor Issa Timamy and KPA General Manager Lamu, Vincent Sidai.
- The Ministry has urged the public to remain vigilant and attentive during this period and provided an emergency hotline number to report any emergencies to prevent fatalities.
- The workshop, which took place at Sarova Woodlands Resort in Nakuru County, aimed to bolster the fight against terrorism by enhancing the skills and knowledge of law enforcement personnel.
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 4 – A woman accused of aiding and abetting the commission of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), a harmful practice in Kenya, has been sentenced to three years in prison by a Kehancha court. The sentencing followed her conviction for the offense, which is in violation of Section 29…
- Pakistan has resorted to a violent crackdown on the Afghan people living in the country despite appeals and warnings from various humanitarian organisations. Islamabad government’s action is likely to endanger the lives of these refugees upon their arrival in Taliban-ruled Afghanistan. Many…
- BEIJING, China Nov 1 – China’s 40th Antarctic scientific expedition team set sail from the home port in east China’s Shanghai on Wednesday morning. The team, comprising some 460 staff from more than 80 domestic institutions, will return in April 2024 after five months of expedition. It will be the…
- BEIJING, China Nov 1 – China has promoted Belt and Road cooperation through foreign aid over the past 10 years, Luo Zhaohui, head of the China International Development Cooperation Agency (CIDCA), said on Tuesday. The past decade has seen more than 2,000 aid projects in more than 120 Belt and Road…
- MOMBASA, Kenya, Nov 1 – President William Ruto on Wednesday pledged to resolve the emotive land issue at the coast. Speaking during the first day of his five-day tour in the coast region, the Head of State said the national government has already set aside Sh1 billion that will be used to buy land…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 1 – A recent survey by Infotrak has ranked Okiyah Omtatah as the best performing Senator with a 59 percent rating. According to the study, Omtatah was followed by his Kirinyaga counterpart Kamau Murang’o and Aaron Cheruiyot (Kericho) who both tied at 56 percent. Others who made…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 1 – The status of absolute Free Secondary School Education is in limbo following revelations by the Ministry of Education that they are facing underfunding and can only disburse 68 percent of capitation per learner. Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu disclosed before…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 1 – The Federation of Women Lawyers – Kenya (FIDA-K) has offered to represent embattled Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza during her impeachment hearing before the Senate. In a letter to Mwangaza, the organisation’s chairperson Nancy Ikinu assured her that adequate representation…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 1 – The results of the Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) examinations will b released by Christmas, Education Principal Secretary Belio Kipsang has announced. Speaking in Nairobi during the conclusion of KCPE and Kenya Primary School Education Assessment (KPSEA)…
- NYERI, Kenya, Nov 1 – There was drama at the Nyeri bus stage on Wednesday when a swarm of bees descended on a matatu plying the Nyeri – Nanyuki route causing panic among matatu operators. Drama unfolded when the bees perched on the matatu belonging to the Nanyuki cab services as passengers were…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 1 – From January 1, 2023, the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) user will pay an additional Sh500 to Sh1,500 to travel between Nairobi and Mombasa. Kenya Railways (KR) has announced that a one-way trip from the capital city of Kenya to the coastal town on an economy class will go up…
- New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York State Assemblywoman Jenifer Rajkumar are taking a stand against hate crimes targeting the Sikh community in the wake of recent incidents. Adams, speaking passionately at the Baba Makhan Shah Lubana Sikh Centre in Queens, sent a powerful message of…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 1 – Interior Cabinet Secretary Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki has directed security agencies to crackdown on all political, commercial and spiritual enablers of banditry as well as key planners and commanders of bandit attacks in the North Rift region. The call comes even as…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 1 – The Government has kicked off the pilot phase of digital ID ecosystem and Maisha Namba roll out in the country ahead of the official unveiling. Immigration and Citizen Services Principal Secretary Julius Bitok said Wednesday that the pilot phase will target first time ID…
- NAIROBI, Kenya Nov 1 – The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has now denied claims the case against Pastor Ezekiel Odero has been closed. A statement from his office indicated that investigations were still underway and the case has not been dropped. “Contrary to the said reports, we would like…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 1 – Former National Social Security Fund (NSSF) Boss Anthony Omerikwa is now the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of The National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA). Omerikwa has officially taken over the position from John Muteti who was the…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 1- King Charles III on Wednesday visited the United Nations offices in Nairobi where he emphasised the need to address climate change. Speaking at the UN Headquarters, his Majesty also lauded President William Ruto’s firm action towards climate change. “It’s particularly…
- BEIJING, Nov 1 – China’s national observatory on Wednesday renewed a yellow alert for thick fog in some parts of the country. On Wednesday morning, heavy fog is expected to affect parts of Hebei, Beijing, Tianjin, Liaoning, Sichuan and Chongqing, according to the National Meteorological Center.…
- BEIJING, Nov 1 – China’s General Administration of Customs on Tuesday announced the ending of mandatory health declarations for individuals entering or exiting the Chinese mainland from Nov 1. Both inbound and outbound passengers will no longer need to fill in the entry or exit health declaration…
- BEIJING, Nov 1 – The Shenzhou XVI crew returned to Earth on Tuesday morning, concluding a historic, five-month mission that also involved China’s first civilian astronaut. The spaceship’s reentry capsule, carrying mission commander Major General Jing Haipeng, Colonel Zhu Yangzhu and Professor Gui…
- Nairobi, Kenya, Nov 1 – Public Service Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria now says National Youth Service (NYS) officers will be used to cultivate idle government land. Appearing before the Senate plenary Wednesday, Kuria explained that this will boost the country’s food production. “We are going to…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 1 – Kenyans are protesting a directive by the revenue authorities seeking to tax personal or household items worth $500 (£400) and above from visiting tourists and citizens returning to the country. The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) says all goods whether new or used over that…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 1 – The President of the Appelate court Daniel Musinga has disclosed that all pending appeals will be disposed expeditiously to ensure Justice is rendered to the public. The Judge while addressing court reporters who are attending a seminar on judiciary transformation at a…
- NAIROBI, Kenya Nov 1 – Nthonzweni Primary School centre manager has been arrested for reporting on duty drunk while supervising the ongoing Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) examinations. Following his arrest, Martin Muteti was subjected to an alcohol test after the County Security Team…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 1 – Over 300 aggrieved residents of Njiru and Mihang’o in Embakasi have filed an urgent application seeking an order to stop execution of the judgment of the court requiring them to vacate the parcel of land that they have been in occupation for a period exceeding two decades.…
- KISII, Kenya, Nov 1 – Nairobi has joined the Partnership for Healthy Cities, a prestigious global network of cities working to reduce noncommunicable diseases(NCDs) and injuries, along with New York, USA, and Osaka, Japan. The Partnership supports cities in implementing evidence-based solutions to…
- KISUMU, Kenya, Nov 1 – Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party youth leaders in Western Kenya have rallied behind Kisii Governor Simba Arati while calling upon the government to stop the harassment. Vincent Omondi said they will stand with Arati in the face of sponsored police harassment. Omondi…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov – Embattled Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza will have to face the Senate plenary after Kenya Kwanza Senators shot down a motion seeking to establish an 11-member panel to probe her impeachment. Senators Aaron Cheryiout (Kericho), Samson Cherargei (Nandi), and Veronica Maina (…
- NAIROBI, Kenya Nov 1 – King Charles III expressed his deep regret and sorrow for the past atrocities committed by the British government against Kenyans during their struggle for independence, labeling them as “abhorrent and unjustifiable.” The King, accompanied by Queen Camilla, made these remarks…
- NAIROBI, Kenya Oct 31 – King Charles III visit to Kenya appears to have united President William Ruto and Opposition chief Raila Odinga who was among the dignitaries at the State House Banquet on Tuesday night. President Ruto and First Lady Racheal hosted a state banquet for King Charles and his…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 31 -Trans Nzoia governor George Natembeya and Gladys Wanga for Homabay county have been ranked the top performing governors in a latest survey released by Info Trak on Tuesday. Natembeya and Wanga both tied at 70 percent followed closely by West Pokot Governor Simon Kachapin…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 31 – Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki on Tuesday met security chiefs in Baringo County, days after suspected bandits attempted to attack General Service Unit (GSU) officers on patrol. Speaking during a briefing after the meeting, Kindiki…
- KISUMU, Kenya, Oct 31 – The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party bagged key Kenya Africa National Union (KANU) party officials in Kisumu County as the ruling party puts its foot forward to consolidate its support base in the Nyanza region. A leading UDA party luminary in Kisumu Central Sub County…
- In the scorching sun of Iltilal at the edge of Tsavo National Park, I visit my lively uncle Lemaiyan. He’s a spry octogenarian with a head full of grey hair. We settle under a tree’s shade on two stools, enjoying the tranquility looking out into the open savannah. Nearby, some boys play as tea is…
- NAIROBI, Kenya Oct 31 – A Nairobi court has granted permission to the Office of Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) for the extradition of John Wambua Nzuki, a Kenyan national wanted by the Republic of Zambia on charges of fraudulent financial activities. Chief Magistrate Lucas Onyina of…
