President William Ruto has directed the Ministry of Housing to rename the Shauri Moyo Housing Estate to Johana Ng’eno Housing Estate, in honour of the late Johana Ng’eno, the Member of Parliament for Emurua Dikirr, who died in a tragic helicopter crash last week. The announcement was made during the…
Nairobi residents are set to benefit from improved water distribution following the launch of the Gigiri–Karura–Outer Ring Road Transmission Pipeline Project, a major initiative aimed at enhancing water supply to the city’s eastern neighborhoods. Implemented by the Athi Water Works Development Agency (AWWDA), the 8.4-kilometre DN1400 bulk transmission pipeline will…
The local pastor of the late Johana Ng’eno has shared the lawmaker’s plans to build a local church, urging government leaders to continue his vision following his untimely death in a helicopter crash. Speaking at the burial service in Emurua Dikirr, Reverend Kimutai recalled Ng’eno’s ambition to construct the church,…
The World Health Organization (WHO) has temporarily suspended operations at its global emergency logistics hub in Dubai due to escalating conflict in the Middle East, WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus announced Thursday. The conflict began Saturday with airstrikes by United States and Israel targeting Iran. Speaking at a press conference,…
Somalia’s parliament of Somalia has voted to amend the constitution, extending the term of office for both lawmakers and the president, effectively delaying national elections by one year. According to theparliament’s speaker, 222 out of 329 members of the combined parliament and senate approved the change by acclamation. The move…
A group of 43 Ugandan students have safely returned home after being repatriated by the Ugandan government following weekend airstrikes conducted by United States and Israel against Iran. The evacuation was coordinated by Uganda’s ambassador in Tehran, who organised transport by bus to the Turkish border and onward to Istanbul,…
A four-storey building collapsed early Thursday morning in the Jardim Vitoria neighbourhood, leaving multiple residents trapped and several injured. According to the Minas Gerais Fire Department, approximately 29 people were inside at the time, including residents and staff of a small beauty clinic located in the building. Emergency crews quickly…
More than 20,000 dogs have gathered at the National Exhibition Centre in Birmingham for the annual Crufts, the United Kingdom’s largest and most prestigious dog show. The four-day event features judging, breed competitions, and training demonstrations, attracting handlers, breeders, and dog enthusiasts from around the world. Organised by The Kennel…
Iran has denied seeking negotiations with the United States to end the expanding regional conflict, contradicting claims made by U.S. President Donald Trump that Tehran was interested in dialogue. Speaking from the Iranian Embassy in Cairo, Iran’s ambassador to Egypt Mojtaba Ferdousi Pour said a lack of trust in Washington…
Israeli security authorities have issued a public warning about attempts by Iranian intelligence agencies to recruit Israeli citizens through online platforms, raising concerns over cyber espionage and national security. In a joint statement released Thursday, the Shin Bet Israel’s domestic intelligence service and the Israel Police cautioned citizens against engaging…