- Zanzibar has suffered a major loss following the death of Government Chief Spokesperson Charles Hillary, who passed away after a short illness. Hillary was appointed by the President of Zanzibar, Dr. Hussein Ali Mwinyi, as the Government Chief Spokesperson in 2023. Prior to that, in 2021, he served…
- Intersex individuals in Africa are faced with significant stigma and discrimination due to their biological variations in sex characteristics. This stigma is manifested in various forms, including infanticide, abandonment, and physical and mental abuse. The situation has escalated to the extent…
- The family of nine that perished in a suspected arson attack a fortnight ago was laid to rest at Upanda village in Sigomere sub-location, Ugunja sub county. A sombre mood engulfed the air as a section of mourners wailed loudly when a convoy of vehicles carrying nine coffins with the charred remains…
- Pope Leo XIV will lead the Regina Coeli prayer from the balcony of St Peter’s Basilica on Sunday, in his second official public appearance since becoming the leader of the Catholic Church. The noon (1000 GMT) prayer is expected to draw thousands of people anxious for a closer look at the modest…
- Albanians head to the polls on Sunday to decide whether to give Prime Minister Edi Rama a fourth term or side with his longstanding rival in an election seen as crucial for the country’s European Union ambitions. The international community views the election as a test of Albania’s fragile…
- Ahead of US President Donald Trump’s Gulf visit next week, his son Eric was promoting his crypto firm in Dubai, while Don Jr prepared to talk about “Monetising MAGA” in Doha. Last month, the Trump Organization struck its first luxury real estate deal in Qatar, and released details of a billion-…
- India accused Pakistan of violating a fragile ceasefire agreement Saturday and said it was retaliating, hours after US President Donald Trump announced that the nuclear-armed neighbours had stepped back from the brink of full-blown war. There was no immediate response from Pakistan to the claim…
- Leo XIV prayed at the tomb of Pope Francis on Saturday, just two days after being elected new head of the Catholic Church and hours after vowing to humbly follow in his predecessor’s footsteps. Vatican News published a photo of the white-robed pope kneeling before Francis’s simple marble tomb at…
- Over 400 residents of Kibera in Nairobi County have received free medical services during a health outreach held to commemorate World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day.
- The Kenya National Union of Nurses and Midwives (KNUNM) has called on the county governments to implement the 8 percent salary increments for nurses. Speaking in Busia County during the launch of International Nurses Week at Busia Agricultural Training Centre on Friday, the Deputy Secretary General…
- Leaders across Kenya’s political divide have called on security agencies to move swiftly and arrest the masterminds behind the killing of Kasipul MP Charles Ong’ondo Were
- Leaders across Kenya’s political divide have called on security agencies to move swiftly and arrest the masterminds behind the killing of Kasipul MP Charles Ong’ondo Were
- Deputy President Professor Kithure Kindiki has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to ensuring that all victims of human-wildlife conflict are fully compensated by the year 2027. Speaking at the Naibor Trading Centre in Laikipia County—where he presided over the issuance of compensation cheques…
- Kenya has launched kidney transplant services at the Kenya University Teaching, Referral and Research Hospital (KUTRRH). The facility carried out its first two kidney transplant surgeries on the 7th and 8th of May 2025, marking a new chapter in the country’s renal care capabilities. Both transplant…
- The Government of Kenya has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening national security through the Strategic Goods Control Bill, 2025, a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to regulate the import, export, transit, and use of goods and technologies that could be diverted for the…
- The Government of Kenya has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening national security through the Strategic Goods Control Bill, 2025, a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to regulate the import, export, transit, and use of goods and technologies that could be diverted for the…
- The leaders of France, Britain, Germany and Poland will make an unprecedented joint visit to Ukraine on Saturday for talks with President Volodymyr Zelensky, vowing to ratchet up pressure on Russia until it agrees a ceasefire. The trip by French President Emmanuel Macron, German Chancellor…
- Pakistan on Saturday launched counterattacks against India after three of its air bases were struck overnight, as the conflict between the nuclear-armed neighbours spiralled toward full-blown war. The South Asian countries have exchanged fire since Wednesday, when India carried out air strikes on…
- Chinese President Xi Jinping said Thursday that China and Russia should maintain strategic resolve and coordination as the world is entering a new period of turbulence and transformation. Xi made the remarks during a chat over tea with Russian President Vladimir Putin at the president’s office of…
- China will work with Russia to shoulder the special responsibilities entrusted by the times, Chinese President Xi Jinping told his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, during their talks here on Thursday, as global uncertainties are exerting more pressure on the global economy. Today, in the face…
- The residents of Bondeni and Shauri yako in Eldama Ravine who were victims of floods last year have bounced back from the tragedy and are ready to face the rains. Breaking away from the common practice of calling on the government the residents along river Perkerra have devised ingenious ways to…
- Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has sought to allay fears of a rise in al-Shabaab attacks, stating that government strategies to combat terrorism along the Kenya-Somalia border have been strengthened. He noted that although three police officers were…
- Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has defended his decision to politically cooperate with President William Ruto, emphasizing that post-election reconciliations are essential for national unity. He stated that after elections, it is crucial for leaders to “shake hands” to foster peace and…
- Widows across the country have been encouraged to join women-led groups to gain access to essential investment and empowerment opportunities. This call to action was made during an empowerment event in Marsabit County, which brought together approximately 3,000 women. Harriette Chiggai, the…
- Israel’s defence minister vowed a forceful response after a missile fired from Yemen was intercepted on Friday, in an attack claimed by the Iran-backed Houthi rebels. “The Houthis continue to launch Iranian missiles at Israel. As we promised, we will respond forcefully in Yemen and wherever…
- South Africa had “expressed concern” to the United States after reports it will accept from next week the first white Afrikaners it had offered to resettle, the foreign ministry said Friday. US media reported Thursday that Donald Trump’s administration plans to welcome the first group of white…
- Leo XIV urged the Catholic Church to work urgently to restore the faith of millions in his first homily as pope Friday, a day after the little-known cardinal become the first head of the 2,000-year institution from the United States. Chicago-born Robert Francis Prevost became the 267th pope,…
- Public Service CS Geoffrey Ruku has outlined a raft of measures aimed at addressing systemic procurement irregularities within the National Youth Service (NYS).
- The government is effectively dealing with persistent shortage of essential medicines in health facilities across the country, President William Ruto has said.
- The United Democratic Alliance Party (UDA) has refuted claims of mass defections by its members in Embu County, labeling the reports as fraudulent and politically motivated.
- The Ministry of Health has pledged to expedite the titling of hospital facilities nationwide as part of efforts to safeguard public land and enhance healthcare infrastructure. Speaking during an official visit to the Kericho County Referral Hospital (Level 5), Cabinet Secretary for Health, Aden…
- Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has issued a stern warning to politicians and security officers involved in the abetting of drug and substance abuse, stating they will face the full force of the law. “Politicians will not be allowed to intimidate officers…
- The Principal Secretary of the State Department for Diaspora Affairs, Roseline Njogu, has cautioned the public regarding fraudulent recruitment schemes linked to non-existent employment opportunities for Kenyans in the Republic of South Korea. Njogu disclosed that her department was placed on high…
- Action for Sustainable Change (AFOSC Kenya) has condemned the recent killing of women and children in Banisa, Mandera County, terming it a gross violation of human rights. In a statement, AFOSC expressed outrage over the incident saying the targeting of women and children is not only a violation of…
- Chief of Staff and Head of Public Service (HoPS) Felix Koskei has called for urgent reforms in Kenya’s public universities, urging them to realign with the law, national priorities, and the evolving aspirations of Kenyans. Speaking during a virtual consultative meeting with chancellors, council…
- Kenya and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have signed seven agreements aimed at deepening bilateral cooperation between the two nations. This comes a few months after the signing of a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement in Abu Dhabi, UAE, in January. The signing of MoUs was witnessed by…
- The white smoke rising from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel is the signal that tells the faithful and the world that a new Bishop of Rome, the successor of Peter, has been elected.
- President William Ruto has nominated Erastus Edung Ethekon for appointment as the new Chairperson of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC).
- White smoke billowed from the Sistine Chapel chimney on Thursday, signaling that a new pope has been elected. The decision came as 133 cardinals gathered for a historic conclave at the Vatican for a second day. A two-thirds majority — at least 89 votes — was required to elect the new pope. The…
- Edukans Kenya and The Kisumu National Polytechnic have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to launch a joint initiative aimed at equipping the youth green skills in the textile sector. The initiative dubbed Wear the Green Future (WtGF) project, is expected to benefit 2,300 young people and…
