In a sweeping move affecting global trade, President Donald Trump has announced a new wave of tariffs targeting exports from 100 countries, including Kenya. The United States will impose a 10% tariff on all Kenyan exports, a decision expected to have significant economic ramifications for businesses reliant on the U.S. market. Understanding the Tariffs and […]
Isiolo, Kenya| Tensions are running high in Isiolo County as residents staged a peaceful protest demanding swift action and transparency from security agencies following the shooting of Burat Ward MCA, Nicholas Lorot. The protest, which took place exactly one week after the incident, underscores growing public frustration over the lack of progress in the investigation. […]
Washington, D.C., USA| U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday unveiled a sweeping new tariff initiative, dubbed the ‘Liberation Day’ plan, which aims to impose broad, country-specific duties on key American trading partners. The move marks a significant shift in U.S. trade policy and has sparked concerns about potential economic repercussions, including the possibility of a […]
In a significant development for Isiolo County, Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has confirmed that Oldonyiro and Sericho sub-counties will be fully operational by the end of July 2025. This milestone follows relentless advocacy by Isiolo Woman Representative Mumina Bonaya, who has been instrumental in pushing for their establishment to enhance governance and service delivery […]
Overview The security situation in Haiti has deteriorated further as Kenyan police officers deployed as part of the Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission face mounting casualties in clashes with heavily armed gangs. Two Kenyan officers sustained serious injuries over the past week, adding to the growing toll on the mission, which has been grappling with […]
Nairobi, Kenya| National Land Commission (NLC) Chief Executive Officer Kabale Tache has reiterated the Commission’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding the land rights of minority and marginalized communities across the country, stating that historical injustices and inequitable land access must be decisively addressed to foster a more inclusive and just society. Speaking on Wednesday morning during […]
A growing humanitarian catastrophe is taking shape along the South Sudan–Ethiopia border, as communities fleeing a deadly combination of violence and disease face mounting hardship. According to Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), thousands of people are arriving in Ethiopia’s Gambella region exhausted, vulnerable, and in urgent need of assistance. The crisis originates in South Sudan’s Upper […]
After months of intense speculation, fan excitement, and viral livestreams, two of the most recognizable Oromo personalities on TikTok — digital activist Makii Oro and football star Ibsisha Abdulkadir — have finally met in person, marking a major milestone in their widely followed online journey. The duo, whose online chemistry has captivated hundreds of thousands […]
The Department of Health in Wajir County, in collaboration with the national Ministry of Health (MOH), has ramped up efforts to address a growing outbreak of Kala-azar, a life-threatening parasitic disease that has already claimed more than 20 lives in the region. The surge in cases has raised alarm among health authorities, prompting an urgent […]
President William Ruto has offered new insights into the circumstances leading to the impeachment of his former deputy, Rigathi Gachagua, attributing the fallout to internal rifts within the Kenya Kwanza coalition. Speaking during a roundtable interview with vernacular stations on Monday, Ruto detailed how tensions within the administration escalated soon after taking office, ultimately culminating […]
