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French President Emmanuel Macron is safe following reports of explosions in central Damascus on Tuesday morning, the Elysee Palace has said. Macron is in the capital for talks with his Syrian counterpart Ahmed al-Sharaa at the presidential…
France forward Kylian Mbappe has condemned a Paraguayan senator as “despicable” and unworthy of her position after she made a number of racist remarks mocking his origin and education. Celeste Amarilla, of Paraguay’s Liberal Radical Party,…
The Judiciary is mourning the death of retired High Court Judge Justice Omondi Tunya, with Chief Justice Martha Koome leading tributes to the veteran jurist, describing him as a dedicated servant of justice whose career strengthened the…
A large share of Kenya’s steel production capacity remains idle despite rising demand driven by infrastructure projects and the government’s affordable housing programme, with manufacturers blaming high production costs, cheap imports and…
Kipenzi Sugar Limited plans to invest Sh1.45 billion in the construction of a sugar factory in Mur Malanga, Siaya County, in a move expected to increase local sugar production, create jobs and provide a ready market for sugarcane farmers.…
At least 18 Chinese nationals were arrested following a major operation targeting a suspected cyber fraud syndicate operating from an apartment in Nairobi’s Kilimani area. The operation was conducted on Monday afternoon by detectives from…
A 26-year-old woman was arrested after her boyfriend was allegedly stabbed to death following a domestic dispute in Nairobi’s Embakasi area. According to police, the incident was reported at about 9.40pm on Monday at Villa Police Station.…
The Council of Legal Education (CLE) has released the official list of accredited institutions licensed to offer law programmes in Kenya for the 2026 academic year, while also identifying universities with pending applications for…
The United States Embassy in Kenya has issued a security alert to American citizens ahead of the annual Saba Saba commemorations, warning of possible protests, heightened security operations and traffic disruptions across the country. In…
The Kenya Forest Service (KFS) has invited members of the public and stakeholders to submit views on a proposal to construct an airstrip and related infrastructure at Upper Imenti Forest in Meru County. In a notice issued on Tuesday, July…
Mathari National Teaching and Referral Hospital has clarified the deadline for applications for the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) after it was inadvertently omitted from the initial job advertisement. In a notice issued on…
The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has invited innovators, entrepreneurs, technology companies and researchers to apply for admission into its Emerging Technologies Regulatory Sandbox for the 2026/2027 financial year. In a notice…
The Anti-Female Genital Mutilation (Anti-FGM) Board has announced vacancies for several senior positions, including that of Chief Executive Officer (CEO). In a notice issued on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, the Board invited qualified and…
More than 1,000 people have been arrested as part of a global crackdown on human trafficking spanning 59 countries. Coordinated by Interpol, Operation Global Chain saw officers target trafficking for sexual exploitation, forced labour and…
Canada chose a German defence company to build its navy’s new submarine fleet, in the largest military procurement deal in Canadian history. Prime Minister Mark Carney announced on Monday that the government had chosen the company TKMS for…
Microsoft has announced it has cut 4,800 jobs – roughly 2.1% of its workforce – with Xbox to bear a large number of its latest layoffs. Amy Coleman, executive vice president at Microsoft, told employees in a memo that the tech giant needed…
Consumers and bottled water manufacturers are set to benefit after the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) announced the removal of excise duty on bottled water following the enactment of the Finance Act, 2026. In a public notice issued on…
Police launched a manhunt for a suspect accused of fatally stabbing a man during a violent confrontation linked to an alleged love triangle in Nairobi’s Gatwekera area, Kibera slum. The incident was reported on Monday morning after…
Several security checkpoints were mounted on major roads in and around Nairobi as part of measures to maintain law and order during the annual Saba Saba commemoration. Police explained they took the moves to tame what they termed as…
The High Court has nullified the Salaries and Remuneration Commission’s (SRC) decision setting the salaries, allowances and benefits of Kenya’s ambassadors, high commissioners and other diplomatic representatives, ruling that the process…
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Accountants play a vital role in helping individuals, businesses, and organizations manage their finances, prepare financial statements, comply with tax laws, and make informed financial decisions. In South Africa, there are several…
Virtual assistants provide remote administrative, technical, and creative support to businesses, entrepreneurs, and professionals. Their responsibilities may include managing emails, scheduling appointments, handling social media, customer…
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