Latest news stories from across Kenya.
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi sharply criticized House Republicans on Thursday after they passed a Senate-backed bill to end the longest partial shutdown in the history of the Department of Homeland Security. The House voted late…
President Donald Trump called on Senate Republicans to scrap the filibuster so they can pass the SAVE America Act and lock in Republican control of the government for the next 50 years. Speaking during an executive order signing on…
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order creating a new retirement savings program aimed at millions of Americans who lack access to employer-sponsored plans such as 401(k)s. The initiative is expected to reach an estimated 56…
The final piece of Novartis’ ambitious U.S. manufacturing “Mosaic” is now in place with the announcement of a new 56,200-square-foot active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) facility in Morrisville, North Carolina. The project marks the…
The U.S. House of Representatives on Thursday approved a Senate-backed funding bill for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), bringing an end to a 76-day partial shutdown that had disrupted federal operations across key security and…
How Equity Bank Kenya Empowers the Diaspora with Secure and Convenient Transfers For millions of Kenyans living abroad, sending money home is more than a financial transaction—it’s a lifeline that supports families, fuels investments, and…
Los Angeles is facing a new political fight after a Democratic city councilmember introduced a proposal that would allow noncitizens to vote in local elections, like LA, a move that has quickly drawn national attention and sharp…
A petitioner has filed a case in the High Court in Nairobi, accusing telecom giant Safaricom of unlawfully deactivating and reassigning his mobile number without any notice or consent. Elias Wanjala Wekesa lodged the petition at the…
Janet Mills has suspended her campaign for the U.S. Senate, ending her bid just weeks before Maine’s Democratic primary and reshaping one of the party’s most closely watched races. Her withdrawal leaves Graham Platner as the leading…
Kenyan record holder Sabastian Sawe has been gifted a Mercedes-Benz S550, along with other cash prizes, at the State House by President Ruto, following his historic marathon achievement. In a ceremony held at the State House on April 30,…
More than a decade after her disappearance, the case of Jennifer Kabura Mbugua, a Kenyan woman living in the United States, remains one of the most troubling unsolved cases affecting the Kenyan diaspora community. As of April 2026,…
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has today confirmed that it enrolled 2.6 million Kenyans onto the voters’ roll during the continuous voter registration exercise, which took place from 29 September 2025 to 28…
The United States has reaffirmed its recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara. “The United States recognises Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara,” said the U.S. Deputy Secretary of State, Christopher Landau, during a press…
Richmond International Airport in Virginia is making headway in the implementation of its $253.1 million expansion plan. Dubbed Wheels Up 2030, the airport aims to expand the airport to accommodate new passengers and destinations in coming…
Cairo Metro Line 4 first phase to open in 2028 as tunneling milestone reached across Greater Cairo, marking a decisive shift in Egypt’s urban transport expansion. The $4.5 billion Cairo Metro Line 4 construction project now advances after…
The United States is facing renewed concern over maternal health after policy proposals linked to President Donald Trump target major healthcare programs while expanding funding for unregulated pregnancy centers. There is a warning that…
State-owned Synergy has secured a major regulatory milestone for its proposed Scott River Wind Farm after Western Australia’s Regional Development Assessment Panel (RDAP) approved the project. This approval comes amid sustained community…
The Chair of the Kenya Tourism Board (KTB), June Chepkemei, has described the wave of forest restoration and tree-planting challenges aimed at breaking world records as “a gift to Mother Earth, the very soul of our tourism.” In a statement…
The government has approved a temporary adjustment to fuel quality standards due to supply challenges affecting fuel imports. In a statement on April 30, the Ministry of Investments, Trade and Industry said it had received formal requests…
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has proposed scrapping Pay As You Earn (PAYE) tax for scientists as part of broader efforts to strengthen the country’s economy and retain skilled professionals. Speaking at the launch of a vaccine on…
Mumbai–Pune Expressway tunnel opens May 1 with a 13.3 km high-speed route linking Mumbai and Pune, delivering faster travel, reduced congestion, and major engineering upgrades across a critical transport corridor. The Mumbai–Pune…
The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has introduced fertility care services for teachers under the Social Health Authority (SHA) Mwalimu Comprehensive Cover. In a notice on April 30, TSC confirmed that In‑Vitro Fertilization (IVF)…
Starlink customers in Kenya are experiencing service disruptions after missing a mandatory identity verification deadline set by regulators. The enforcement follows directives from the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA), requiring all…
Inua Jamii programme beneficiaries are set to receive the April monthly stipends following the release of KSh 2.4 billion to 1.2 million Kenyans by the Kenyan government. In a statement on Thursday, April 30, the State Department for…
