Author: Samuel Otieno

KHRC joins calls for action over activist Mwagodi's disappearance in Tanzania
KHRC linked Mwagodi’s disappearance to his previous involvement in anti-government protests in Kenya, notably a June 23, 2024, demonstration in Nyahur...

We've not scrapped Free Day Secondary Education Programme- CS Ogamba
Ogamba affirmed that the government has no intention or authority to revoke this constitutional right, and is actively working to resolve the current...

At least 8 killed during 'terrorist' attack in southeast Iran
Responsibility for the attack has been claimed by Jaish al-Zulm, designated by Iran as a terrorist group, the report said.

Meta will stop running political ads in the EU
Meta said the EU’s incoming Transparency and Targeting of Political Advertising TTPA) regulations presented it with "significant operational challenge...

Piastri sets dominant pole for Belgian GP sprint race
The Australian, the world championship leader, was 0.477 seconds quicker than Red Bull's Max Verstappen and 0.618secs ahead of team-mate and title riv...

CS Duale suspends Nursing Council boss over unlawful internship placements
CS Duale has revoked all internship letters issued to the affected 42 students with immediate effect.

37 killed as two buses collide in Tanzania's Kilimanjaro region
The accident involved a long-distance passenger bus operated by Chanel One, which was traveling from Moshi to the Tanga Region, and a minibus heading...

CS Mvurya names new board members for Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya
Mvurya appointed Professor Mohamed Mraja and Peter Omingo to serve for a three-year term starting June 20, 2025.

AG Oduor forms task force to finalize development of NCAJ Bill
The AG stated that former Commissioner at the Kenya National Human Rights Commission, Jedidah Waruhiu, will chair the task force.

British Airways halts Dubai, Qatar flights after US strikes Iran
The London-based carrier canceled several flights to Dubai and diverted two planes bound for the emirate overnight, according to data from Flightradar...

KDF confirms deaths of two pilots in Kwale crash
In a statement, KDF says the aircraft was on a training mission in the area when it crashed after experiencing an emergency, killing both pilots.

DIG Lagat was complainant in arrest of late Albert Ojwang- IG Kanja
Speaking during a media briefing on Monday, IG Kanja said Lagat had complained about being defamed by the deceased.

Top cops at Central Police Station suspended over Albert Ojwang's death
Among those suspended are the Officer Commanding Station (OCS) at Central Police Station and the Duty Officer present on the night of Ojwang's death.

British soldier in Nanyuki arrested over rape- UK's Defence Ministry
The Defence Serious Crime Unit (DSCU), the UK’s global service police force, has questioned the serving soldier and other witnesses in relation to the...

X owner Musk 'going all-in' on his firms after weekend outage
In a post on X, Musk made it clear that he’s pivoting his attention back to his business empire.

KWS relocates endangered Rhinos to new sanctuary
The translocation will ease pressure on overcrowded sanctuaries and create safer, more spacious habitats for rhino breeding and growth.

AI solutions should be convenient for Africa's security challenges, says NIS bos...
"We should not expect that the AI that is being created in other jurisdictions will be effective for us or will work in our environment as well as it...

Express lanes set to ease congestion at Nairobi National Park
To ensure an easier access to the park, Miano also advised visitors to purchase their tickets in advance via the eCitizen platform.

Kenya Forest Service suspends development of Ngong Forest eco-camp
KFS acknowledged the concerns, saying the issues raised have been shared through the press, social media and phone calls.

Chadema calls for close monitoring of Lissu's treason case
Lissu is expected to appear at the Kisutu Resident Magistrate's Court, in Dar es Salaam on Monday.

Lebanese national facing extradition over money laundering denied bail
During the hearing of the application, Kassiss consented to be repatriated to the United States.

Nairobi floods: County calls for caution among residents
The CEC also ordered the immediate removal of structures constructed on top of drainage systems.

At least three die, including two children, in Libya-Italy crossing, NGO says
The migrants were intercepted on Saturday on a rubber boat floating adrift south of the Italian island of Lampedusa.

President Putin proposes direct Russia-Ukraine talks in Istanbul on May 15
The offer, delivered early on Sunday, came hours after the leaders of Ukraine, France, Germany, Poland, and the United Kingdom called for an unconditi...

Pope Leo appeals for no more war in first Sunday address
Pope Leo will be formally inaugurated at a mass in St Peter's Square next week on 18 May.