A devastating fire has engulfed multiple high-rise residential buildings at Wang Fuk Court, a 2,000-unit complex in Hong Kong’s northern Tai Po district, leaving at least four people dead, including a firefighter. The blaze broke out on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at approximately 2:51 pm local time and quickly spread…
A Nairobi woman, Tabitha Munee Mutua, was arraigned on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at Milimani Chief Magistrate Court, facing charges of obtaining money by false pretences and conspiracy to defraud. The charges, brought under Sections 313 and 317 of the Penal Code, stem from allegations that she defrauded her boyfriend,…
A group of military officers in Guinea-Bissau has reportedly taken control of the country, with unconfirmed reports that President Umaro Sissoco Embaló has been detained. The events unfolded on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, in the capital city of Bissau, shortly after gunfire was heard around 13:00 GMT. Witnesses reported that…
City lawyer Wahome Thuku has stepped forward to defend Reverend Lydiah Kahiga following public criticism over her recent sermon advising congregants to tithe 10% of their debts. In a detailed Facebook post on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, Thuku questioned whether critics had fully understood the spiritual message delivered by the…
The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has issued a public advisory warning motorists of significant traffic disruptions expected along the Rironi–Nakuru–Mau Summit (A8) Highway on Friday, November 28, 2025. The disruptions follow the official launch of the upgraded highway by President William Ruto, which will take place at multiple points…
Kisumu City Manager Abala Wanga on Wednesday presented himself to the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) in connection with an ongoing forgery and fraud case. Wanga’s legal team, led by lawyer Steve Ogola, had initially opposed the prosecution, citing a court order that allowed the City Manager to have his…
The Tanzanian government has directed petrol stations to restrict fuel sales to tuk-tuks and motorbikes to a maximum of two litres, a measure aimed at curbing planned demonstrations set for December 9, 2025. Police Commander Nestory John of Chunya District explained that boda boda riders and tuk-tuk drivers are often…
The Attorney General (AG) has directed the Cabinet Secretary for the Treasury and Economic Planning to comply with the High Court orders suspending the KSh50 e-Citizen convenience fee. This guidance follows a recent Court of Appeal decision dismissing the government’s application for a stay of execution on the April 1,…
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has announced the appointment of two former United Democratic Alliance (UDA) aspirants from Malava Constituency to key diplomatic positions, fulfilling promises made during recent political engagements in the region. Simon Kangwana has been named Education Attaché at the Kenyan Mission in Uganda, while Rhyan Injendi…
British billionaire and Virgin Group founder Richard Branson has paid a heartfelt tribute to his wife, Joan Templeman, following the announcement of her death at the age of 80. Branson confirmed the news late Tuesday via Instagram, saying he was “heartbroken” by the loss that has deeply shaken the family.…