In a transformative step toward improving healthcare access in Isiolo County, the Garbatulla Level 4 Hospital has launched a state-of-the-art Eye Unit, poised to provide free eye care services to thousands of residents in Garbatulla Sub-County over the next year. This milestone, unveiled during a vibrant ceremony, marks a significant collaboration between the Isiolo County […]
•Tah Has Signalled Robust Leadership for Africa’s Future In a landmark decision, Sidi Ould Tah of Mauritania was elected President of the African Development Bank (AfDB) Group during the institution’s Annual Meetings held in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, on Thursday, May 29, 2025. The announcement, met with widespread anticipation, marks a pivotal moment for the AfDB, […]
Nairobi, Kenya| General Mohamed Said Hirsi Morgan, a towering and polarizing figure in Somalia’s military and political history, passed away on May 28, 2025, in a Nairobi hospital after a brief illness, his family confirmed. Known for his pivotal role as the last Minister of Defence under President Siad Barre’s regime and his subsequent activities […]
On the evening of Wednesday, May 28, 2025, Nairobi’s skyline was transformed into a canvas of light and innovation as the city hosted its first-ever public drone light show, orchestrated by Jay Pyrotechnics. Approximately 300 drones took to the skies above Mombasa Road, captivating thousands of residents and visitors with a mesmerizing display of technology, […]
In a transformative move for Saku Constituency, the National Government Constituency Development Fund (NG-CDF) has disbursed Sh55 million in bursaries to support the education of disadvantaged students. This significant allocation, aimed at secondary school, college, and university learners from underprivileged backgrounds, underscores the Kenya Kwanza government’s commitment to inclusive education and the Bottom-up Economic Transformation […]
Isiolo, Kenya| In a powerful call to action, Principal Secretary for the State Department of Petroleum, Mohamed Liban, has urged Isiolo’s leaders to set aside differences and unite in driving the county’s development agenda. Speaking at the launch of a modern Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) cooking facility at Isiolo Girls’ Secondary School, a project commissioned […]
Nairobi, Kenya| The literary world mourns the loss of Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o, the celebrated Kenyan novelist, playwright, and scholar, who passed away at the age of 87 on Wednesday, May 28, 2025. His daughter, Wanjiku wa Ngugi, herself an author, announced his passing on Facebook, stating, “He lived a full life, fought a good fight. […]
Isiolo, Kenya| In a significant step toward promoting clean energy and fostering healthier learning environments, Cabinet Secretary for Energy and Petroleum, James Opiyo Wandayi, officially commissioned the Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) for Public Institutions of Learning Project at Isiolo Girls’ High School in Isiolo County. This landmark initiative, part of the National LPG Growth Strategy, […]
In a vibrant and impactful initiative, Mandera County’s Department of Women Empowerment and Affirmative Action, under the Ministry of Social Development, joined forces with the National Bank of Kenya, the Ministry of Health Services, and other key stakeholders to host a transformative mentorship program at Mandera Dimtu Girls’ Secondary School. The event, held in commemoration […]
•Controversial Rome Mural Sparks Global Debate Rome, Italy| A provocative new mural by the enigmatic Italian street artist Laika has ignited a firestorm of controversy across Europe and beyond, as residents of Rome awoke on Monday, May 26, to find a striking and unsettling image on Basilio Brecci Street in the Monteverde Vecchio neighborhood. Painted […]
