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Djibouti’s Foreign Minister Mahmoud Ali Youssouf has been elected as the new Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC) after a closely contested election. Youssouf has secured his position by achieving the necessary 33 votes in the final round, following the withdrawal of Kenya's Raila…

A Kenyan court has recently upheld a woman's right to marry outside her tribe, nullifying her father's objections based solely on traditional tribal distinctions. The case revolves around HSM, a 37-year-old mother of two and a divorcee, who sought legal redress after her father, MOA, refused to…

Kenya Power has confirmed a significant delay in the generation of tokens purchased through its Paybill number, 888880, following widespread complaints from users online. The utility company has attributed the issue to a technical malfunction that has impacted numerous customers. In a statement…

Kenyan President William Ruto is currently participating in the 38th African Union (AU) Summit in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, where key elections for the African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson are underway. The summit, which convenes Heads of State and Government from across the continent,…

In a forceful address at the African Union's 38th Ordinary Assembly, President William Ruto criticized global credit rating agencies for what he characterizes as systemic bias against African economies. Speaking during the Presidential Breakfast in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Ruto argued that these…

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has publicly endorsed opposition leader Raila Odinga for the position of African Union Commission (AUC) chairperson. This endorsement comes just hours before the scheduled election, in which 49 African Heads of State will elect a successor to the current…

As Valentine’s Day approaches, many Kenyans are navigating the challenges posed by rising food inflation, which has significantly impacted the cost of traditional romantic gifts and dining experiences. The surge in prices for items such as flowers and chocolates, coupled with increased costs for…

Kenyan authorities have arrested four individuals, two of whom are foreign nationals, allegedly involved in a fraudulent university operation in Mombasa. The suspects are accused of managing an unaccredited institution that promised to award Master's and PhD certificates after a mere three days of…

A coalition of prominent leaders, including politicians, veteran sports figures, and national icons, has formally urged the government to establish a dedicated section at the Uhuru Gardens National Monument & Museum to commemorate the country’s heroes and heroines. This call to action was made…

As anticipation builds for the 62nd Mashujaa Day celebrations in Homa Bay County on October 20, the Kenya Kwanza administration is accelerating key development initiatives in Luo Nyanza. In preparation for this national event, the government is prioritizing the completion of substantial…