As the crescent moon prepares to make its appearance, Muslims around the world are gearing up for the start of Ramadhan, the holiest month in the Islamic calendar. This year, the sacred month is expected to commence on March 1, 2025, depending on the sighting of the new moon. If confirmed, this would mark a […]
Mombasa-based TikTok personality Samira Abdullahi, popularly known as “Boss Toto Mangistii,” has been arrested in what her supporters allege is a politically motivated crackdown on dissent. Abdullahi, a vocal critic of Isiolo Women Representative Mumina Bonaya, was reportedly taken into custody earlier today, sparking outrage among her followers and raising concerns about freedom of speech […]
Nairobi, Kenya| Isiolo Senator Fatuma Dullo has secured unanimous backing from her fellow senators to lead the powerful Senate Committee on National Security, Defence, and Foreign Relations. Her election comes following the untimely passing of Baringo Senator William Cheptumo, who previously chaired the influential committee. Senator Dullo, a seasoned legislator known for her vocal advocacy […]
Ottawa, Canada| A petition calling for the revocation of Elon Musk’s Canadian citizenship has gained significant traction, with more than 230,000 Canadians signing the online appeal hosted on the official website of the House of Commons of Canada. The petition alleges that the billionaire entrepreneur has engaged in activities that are contrary to Canada’s national […]
•Move Aims to Ease Access to Essential Iftar Fruit and Promote Religious Inclusivity The Kenyan government has announced a tax waiver on date fruit imports during the holy month of Ramadhan, a decision warmly welcomed by Cabinet Secretary for Environment, Aden Duale. The move is expected to ease access to dates, which are a staple […]
Isiolo County is reeling from shock and fear following the killing of a herder and severe injuries inflicted on a bodaboda rider in Belgesh, a small township a few kilometers from Gafarsa in Isiolo South Constituency. The incident, which took place on February 23, 2025, has sparked widespread outrage among residents, who accuse Kenyan security […]
Roberta Flack, the legendary Grammy-winning singer and pianist known for her deeply emotive voice and timeless hits, passed away on Monday at the age of 88. Flack, whose music shaped the landscape of soul, jazz, and R&B, died at home, surrounded by her family, according to a statement from her publicist, Elaine Schock. A trailblazing […]
As Kenya advances toward its goal of achieving 100% clean energy use by 2030, Kiambu County is embracing sustainable cooking solutions to mitigate the environmental and health risks associated with traditional cooking methods. This shift is part of a nationwide push to reduce reliance on wood and charcoal, which have long contributed to deforestation, air […]
Nairobi, Kenya| East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) Member of Parliament Maina Karobia has urged East African states to eliminate non-tariff barriers (NTBs) at border points to promote intra-regional trade and unlock the region’s economic potential. Speaking on the matter, Karobia emphasized that East Africa’s population of over 350 million provides a significant market that should […]
Fans eagerly awaiting new music from Rihanna may have to exercise a little more patience, but the global superstar is finally opening up about the creative journey behind her next project. In a recent interview with Harper’s Bazaar, the “Diamonds” singer revealed that Anti (2016), her last studio album, remains the only one in her […]
