PHOTOS: Meg Whitman bids farewell to Ruto after her resignation
Resigned United States Ambassador to Kenya Meg Whitman has bid her farewell to President William Ruto. Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi who doubles up as Foreign Affairs Cabinet Secretary was present at State House during the meeting. The head of state cited the historic elevation of the country to join major non-NATO allies, as among […]
Italian village lures Americans upset with election results with houses costing as low as Ksh136 bob
Like many other places in rural Italy, Ollolai has long been trying to persuade outsiders to move in to revive its fortunes after decades of depopulation. It’s been selling dilapidated houses for as little as one euro — just over a dollar (Ksh136 bob) — to sweeten the deal. “Are you worned (sic) out by […]
Uhuru to remain Jubilee party leader as court rejects request by rebel faction
The Court of Appeal in Nairobi has rejected a request for interim stay orders aimed at overturning a ruling that affirmed retired President Uhuru Kenyatta as the leader of the Jubilee Party. A team led by nominated MP Sabina Chege sought to reverse a September ruling that recognized the Uhuru-allied faction as the legitimate leadership […]
Weatherman predicts moderate rainfall in Nairobi and surrounding areas on Wednesday
Nairobi residents and its surrounding environs have been asked to brace up for moderate rainfall on Wednesday, November 20, 2024. In a weather forecast by the Kenya Meteorological Department (Kenya Met), several parts of the city and other satellite towns will experience downpours starting in the morning. Some of the areas listed include Westlands, Kasarani, […]
Multinational Security Support Mission gives update on Haiti mission
In a statement on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, MSSM promised to restore stability and provide crucial support to the Haitian government amidst the current political and security situations. “This mission remains committed to its key mandates by ensuring that it offers support to the Haitian National Police (HNP). Unlike previous interventions in Haiti, this mission […]
Woman slapped with 40-year jail term for trafficking Ksh275M prohibited drugs
A Mombasa-based woman has been slapped with a 40-year jail term after being found guilty of trafficking prohibited drugs worth Ksh275 million. The woman identified as Fatuma Ahmed, was sentenced following a judgement made by Principal Magistrate Martin Rabera and delivered by Senior Resident Magistrate David Odhiambo. According to the Office of the Director of […]
45 pro-democracy campaigners jailed for subversion
A Hong Kong court has sentenced dozens of pro-democracy leaders to years in jail for subversion, following a controversial national security trial. Benny Tai and Joshua Wong were among the so-called Hong Kong 47 group of activists and lawmakers involved in a plan to pick opposition candidates for local elections. Tai received 10 years while […]
Everything you need to know about international men’s day
This awareness day was designated by Dr. Jerome Teelucksingh, a history lecturer at the University of the West Indies, to draw attention to issues surrounding men. The first International Men’s Day was observed on November 19, 1999, in Trinidad and Tobago; the observance has since gained global recognition and is now marked in over 80 […]
‘I miss putting on my suits and reporting to work’ – Salim Swaleh appeals for job offers
Former Director of the Office of the Prime Cabinet Secretary (OPCS) Press Service Salim Swaleh has appealed to Kenyans to help him find a job. Taking to his official X account on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, the journalist shared a video of suits in a wardrobe, saying that he really misses putting them on and […]
‘Welcome but don’t use the pulpit for political gain’ – Catholic Church tells politicians
The Catholic Church has urged politicians to refrain from turning the pulpit into a political avenue. “Politicians are urged to refrain from turning the pulpit into a stage for political rhetoric, as such actions undermine the sanctity of worship spaces,” he stated. The Archbishop further said that the church, which effectively serves as a space […]