The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) has opposed the release on bail of a 74-year-old Kenyan man wanted in the United States to face multiple cybercrime-related charges. Prosecutors told the court that Godfrey Mbogori is being sought by U.S. authorities following an arrest warrant issued by the…
Leaders of the East African Community (EAC) have adopted a series of reforms aimed at promoting equity, fairness, and stronger cooperation within the regional bloc. The decisions were reached during the 25th Ordinary Summit of EAC Heads of State held in Arusha, Tanzania, on Saturday, where regional leaders deliberated on…
The Kenya government has activated a multi-agency emergency response team to coordinate rescue, relief, and recovery operations following devastating floods that have affected several counties across the country. Geoffrey Ruku, Cabinet Secretary for Public Service, Human Capital Development and Special Programmes, announced that the team convened its first meeting on…
At least 23 people have died following widespread flooding caused by heavy rainfall that struck Nairobi on the night of March 6, according to an update from the National Police Service. In a statement released on Saturday, police said the intense downpour triggered severe flooding across multiple parts of the…
Dakar, Senegal – Senegal’s Minister of Health, Ibrahima Sy, has reassured the public that menstrual pads produced by the Chinese company Softcare are safe for consumers following an investigation into expired raw materials. The controversy began when the pharmaceutical regulator accused Softcare of holding approximately 1,300 kilograms (2,865 pounds) of…
Ngecha, Kiambu County – A family in distress is appealing for help after 36-year-old accountant Samuel Ng’ang’a Mwangi disappeared on February 27, with no trace despite ongoing efforts to locate him. Ng’ang’a, a father of two and husband to Cecilia Mueni, was last seen leaving their home along Thika Road…
Lisbon, Portugal – The Portuguese capital is set to host one of the fastest half marathon events in the world on Sunday, March 8, as elite distance runners from across the globe line up for the Lisbon Half Marathon. The 21km course is renowned for producing fast times, attracting top…
State House is set to spend Ksh.17 billion by the end of the current financial year, double the Ksh.8.58 billion originally allocated, as officials cite expanding operational needs and the addition of new state lodges. The escalation has raised public scrutiny over the institution’s rising appetite for taxpayer funds. Budget…
Baringo Governor Benjamin Cheboi appeared before the Senate County Public Investments and Special Funds Committee over major gaps in the county’s health sector, including questionable waivers amounting to over KSh. 2.2 million issued to patients not enrolled in the Social Health Authority (SHA). The session, chaired by Senator Godfrey Osotsi,…
The Kenya National Public Health Institute (KNPHI) will host the inaugural Kenya Health Security Convention (KHSC) from 5th to 8th May 2026 in Mombasa, bringing together national and international stakeholders to advance health security and pandemic preparedness. The four-day event will convene policymakers, scientists, One Health practitioners, health professionals, emergency…