Busia County, Kenya – The government has intensified efforts to support youth-led micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Busia County, unveiling financing and enterprise support programmes designed to expand access to capital and accelerate grassroots economic growth. Speaking at the Teso North Youth Conference held at Chemasiri Technical and…
Niamey, Niger – Niger’s main airport, Diori Hamani International Airport, was targeted in a rare attack claimed by the Islamic State (IS) group, underscoring the growing reach of jihadist violence into the capital. The assault, which took place on Thursday, January 29, 2026, was repelled by Nigerien soldiers with the…
Buruburu, Nairobi – Happyland Preparatory School has issued a statement addressing what it describes as misinformation surrounding an incident in which a teacher is alleged to have defiled a Grade 9 girl. The school, which has been operational for more than three decades, rejected claims of a cover-up and defended…
Newcastle, England – Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has admitted that the club is still grappling with the aftermath of Alexander Isak’s protracted transfer to Liverpool, which set a new British record at £125 million ($172 million) on deadline day of the summer window. The Sweden forward effectively went on…
Paris, France – French authorities rescued more than 6,000 migrants attempting to cross the English Channel in small boats last year, while 25 people died and two remain missing, according to the annual report released Friday by the maritime prefecture for the Channel and the North Sea (PREMAR). The report…
Nairobi, Kenya – Former Deputy President and Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has called on the government to urgently declare the ongoing drought in North Eastern Kenya a national disaster, warning that residents are facing severe hunger, thirst, and lack of medical care. In a strongly worded…
Kisumu, Kenya – The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has arrested a police officer attached to Mamboleo Police Post for allegedly soliciting and receiving a Ksh.15,000 bribe. In a statement issued on Friday, January 30, 2026, the commission confirmed that Sergeant Gilbert Kiama Oduor was arrested on January 28, 2026,…
Busia County, Kenya – A devastating fire claimed the lives of three people, including two children, at Bulagu village in Budalang’i on Friday night, January 30, 2026. According to witnesses, the blaze broke out at the home of Patrick Bahati around 1 a.m. A neighbour reported hearing cries for help…
Maiduguri, Nigeria – At least 25 people were killed on Thursday when suspected Boko Haram militants attacked Sabon Gari town in northeastern Nigeria’s Borno State, relatives of victims confirmed. The assault marks the deadliest reported Islamist attack since U.S. President Donald Trump ordered air strikes against terrorist targets on Christmas…
Eldoret, Kenya – Tributes continue to pour in following the death of Mama Esther Lelei, mother to Uasin Gishu Senator and former Governor Jackson Mandago, who passed away at Eldoret Hospital while undergoing treatment. On Saturday, January 31, 2026, Kimilili Member of Parliament and Bungoma gubernatorial aspirant Didmus Barasa joined…