Mogadishu, Somalia| The European Union Training Mission in Somalia (EUTM-S) recently conducted an intensive military exercise, codenamed “Silent Thunder,” aimed at bolstering the capabilities of its Force Protection Unit (FPU) and refining ROLE 1 medical procedures. This initiative underscores the mission’s commitment to maintaining high levels of security, operational effectiveness, and readiness in a volatile […]
Lamu, Kenya| A sense of fear and uncertainty has gripped residents of Mangai village in Lamu County after over 100 heavily armed Al-Shabaab militants reportedly entered the area on Sunday evening. According to local sources, the militants gathered villagers, delivered a lecture, and distributed dates (commonly known as tende) before disappearing into the dense Boni […]
•Residents Abandon Charcoal Burning to Restore Environment and Secure Sustainable Incomes Residents of Shanta Abaq in Wajir West, Kenya, have voluntarily surrendered their charcoal-burning tools, marking a significant shift in efforts to combat deforestation and environmental degradation. Former charcoal burners from communities across Ganyure, Wagalla, and Shanta Abaq in Wajir West Constituency, alongside those from […]
•Empowering Women in Leadership: A Commitment to Governance and Accountability The Female Members of the County Assembly (MCAs) of Isiolo recently held a significant engagement with the First Lady of Isiolo County, Her Excellency Habiba Guyo, reaffirming their dedication to empowering communities and enhancing governance. This engagement was a key component of the Summit on […]
•Isiolo Women MCAs have Lead the Charge for Governance, Accountability and Inclusive Leadership at Pre-Summit Forum Nairobi, Kenya| Women Members of the County Assembly (MCAs) from Isiolo took center stage at the Pre-Summit on Empowering Women Legislators for Accountability and Strengthening Oversight in County Governance, a transformative forum dedicated to enhancing gender equity and governance […]
•U.S. Launches Decisive Military Action to End Houthi Attacks on Global Shipping Washington, D.C.| President Donald Trump has announced a major military operation against the Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen, following a prolonged campaign of attacks on international shipping in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. The president declared that the U.S. military is […]
The tragic case of Margaret Nduta, a Kenyan woman sentenced to death in Vietnam for drug trafficking, has sparked widespread concern and calls for government intervention. Many Kenyans are asking why their government has not stepped in to save her life. However, the reality is that the Kenyan government is largely powerless in this situation […]
Wajir, Kenya| The Wajir County Government has officially launched its third annual Iftar food distribution program, an initiative aimed at providing relief to vulnerable households during the holy month of Ramadan. Spearheaded by the Department of Special Programmes, the program seeks to ensure that disadvantaged families can observe Ramadan with dignity and adequate nutrition. This […]
Nairobi, Kenya| Kenya’s Cabinet Secretary for Defence, Soipan Tuya, took part in a high-level East African Community (EAC) Ministers of Foreign Affairs and Defence meeting in Nairobi on Saturday. The meeting, held ahead of a joint EAC-Southern African Development Community (SADC) session in Harare, Zimbabwe, was aimed at advancing regional efforts to restore peace and […]
Machakos, Kenya| Kenya has been plunged into mourning following the untimely demise of Colonel (Rtd) James Nguyo Gitahi, a highly respected retired military pilot and husband to nominated Senator Betty Batuli Montet. Gitahi lost his life in a tragic road accident on March 5, 2025, at Kyumvi Junction along Mombasa Highway when his vehicle collided […]
