Cotonou, Benin – Tensions are mounting in the Arctic after several European countries deployed small troop contingents to Greenland, following repeated remarks by U.S. President Donald Trump about wanting to annex the island. The icy, resource-rich territory, strategically located between North America and Europe, is increasingly viewed as a geopolitical…
Mombasa, Kenya – The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader Dr. Oburu Oginga has announced that the party will formally seek to exit the Azimio la Umoja coalition, declaring the alliance “on its deathbed.” Speaking in Mombasa ahead of a National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting on Wednesday, Oburu dismissed recent leadership…
Nairobi, Kenya – The National Assembly has commenced the Second Reading of the Health (Amendment) Bill, National Assembly Bill No. 56 of 2024, a legislative proposal seeking to outlaw the long-criticised practice of detaining patients and deceased persons in public hospitals over unpaid medical bills. Sponsored by Kirinyaga Woman Representative…
Nairobi, Kenya – The government has restated its commitment to transforming Kenya’s public service through a series of reforms aimed at improving civil servant welfare, enhancing efficiency, and empowering the youth. Speaking on the Bonga Na Gava podcast hosted by Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura, Principal Secretary for the State Department…
Mombasa, Kenya – The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has resolved to remove Edwin Sifuna from his position as party Secretary General with immediate effect. The decision was made on Wednesday during a National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting chaired by party leader Dr. Oburu Oginga. Leadership Changes ODM announced that Deputy…
Nairobi, Kenya – Mandera Governor Mohamed Adan Khalif has suffered a legal setback after the High Court in Nairobi issued preservation orders barring any dealings on a contested parcel of land in Parklands linked to him. Justice Theresa Murigi, in a ruling delivered on February 2, 2026, certified an application…
Nairobi, Kenya – The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has banned 21 mobile phone brands from the market, warning that they pose serious safety and health risks to users. In a notice issued on Tuesday, CA Director General David Mugonyi cautioned against the influx of non-type approved devices, stressing that…
Nairobi, Kenya – Governor Johnson Sakaja has dismissed speculation that his recent meeting with President William Ruto signaled a transfer of county functions to the National Government, insisting that he would “not betray” the constitutional mandate entrusted to him by Nairobi residents. Delivering his State of the County Address at…
Cotonou, Benin – The 4th edition of the International Women’s Film Festival (FIFF Cotonou) concluded with a powerful symbol of resilience and creativity: young girl drummers performing at the Place de l’Amazone, an esplanade named after the legendary female warriors of the Kingdom of Dahomey. Launched in 2019, the biennial…
Abuja, Nigeria – The Chinese community in Nigeria’s capital city, together with Nigerian partners, staged a vibrant temple fair on Saturday to celebrate the Spring Festival and commemorate 55 years of bilateral diplomatic relations between the two nations. Celebrating the Year of the Horse The Spring Festival, which falls on…