Imagine planning to travel to the United States to study, work, or visit family, only to be told that getting a visa is suddenly very hard or almost impossible. This is what happened to people from several African and other…
Introduction Roads in Kenya are more than just transport links. They often become symbols of development, political legacy, and public trust. One such road is the Kibwezi–Ikutha–Mutomo–Kitui–Kabati–Migwani road, a 192 kilometre stretch whose construction has sparked heated political debate years…
Kenya’s Cabinet has approved the establishment of two landmark financial vehicles, the National Infrastructure Fund (NIF) and the Sovereign Wealth Fund (SWF), in what the government describes as a generational shift in how the country finances development. Together, the two…
On December 3, 2025, news broke that Gachagua, now leader of the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP), publicly condemned a report by veteran journalist Stephen Letoo of Citizen TV. Gachagua accused Letoo of “biased reporting” over the coverage of a…
A practical, compassionate and up-to-date guide for anyone wanting to recognise signs of HIV, live well with HIV, or avoid infection. 1) Recognising the symptoms of HIV (what to watch for) HIV infection can look very different from person to…
Kenya is reporting between 17,000 and 20,000 new HIV infections each year, according to the latest National HIV Estimates released by the National Syndemic Diseases Control Council (NSDCC). Although the country has made significant progress in reducing infections over the…
Belém, Brazil — A large fire erupted Thursday afternoon at the COP30 climate summit venue in Belém, forcing a full evacuation of delegates and stalling critical climate negotiations just days before the conference was due to close. Flames at the…
Your Excellency, I write this letter in deep concern and urgency on behalf of many Kenyans, especially our youth, Gen Z, civil society actors, and everyday citizens who believe the signing of eight new laws has triggered a legitimacy crisis…
Raila Amollo Odinga is more than a politician. He is an era, a movement, a symbol of resistance and resilience that has defined Kenya’s political journey for decades. In a just world, his farewell would mirror the magnitude of his…
October 15, 2025, Nairobi – Kenya awoke today to the shocking news that Raila Amolo Odinga, aged 80, has died. The announcement, carried by Reuters and other reputable outlets, reports that Odinga suffered a cardiac arrest while in India and…
Nairobi, Kenya – September 24, 2025 — In a bold move aimed at reclaiming allegedly looted public resources, the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has announced plans to auction properties valued at KES 505 million tied to former Migori Governor…
Nepal has been making international headlines for the ongoing protests led by its Gen Z population. What started as an online outcry over government restrictions has now spilled into the streets with destructive consequences. While some frame these protests as…
Nairobi, Kenya – Few places in Nairobi carry as much history and symbolism as Karura Forest, a 1,041-hectare urban green space that today stands as a beacon of resilience, conservation, and community stewardship. A Forest with Deep Roots Long before…
Artificial Intelligence is shaking up the coding world; no doubt about it. Tools like GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, and low-code/no-code platforms have made it possible for people with little to no coding experience to build applications. This movement, sometimes called “vibe…
Nairobi, Kenya – August 11, 2025 – In a major crackdown on corruption within the country’s healthcare system, Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has announced the immediate suspension of 40 hospitals from participating in the Social Health Authority (SHA) program.…
Nairobi, Kenya — Seven suspects are in police custody after officers from the National Police Service (NPS) uncovered a large cache of counterfeit US dollars during a raid in Ngara. The operation, led by officers based at the Central Police…
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Nairobi, Kenya – August 6, 2025 — A new report by Auditor-General Nancy Gathungu has exposed staggering financial irregularities across Kenya’s county governments, revealing that more than KSh 21.37 billion in pending legal fees may be linked to widespread corruption…
Nairobi, Kenya – August 6, 2025 In a shocking revelation that has sent ripples through the Kenyan government and public alike, Auditor General Nancy Gathungu has exposed a staggering 11 billion Kenyan shillings (Ksh) in irregular transactions within the government’s…
Mombasa, Kenya – July 14, 2025 In a deeply disturbing case that has shocked the country, two parents in Mombasa have been arrested for allegedly sexually exploiting their own children online. The suspects were reportedly using a dating website to…