Author: Samuel Otieno
Kenyan-born Madina Okot picked 13th draft in WNBA
Speaking to the media in New York after the draft, the 6-foot-6 center—who began her sporting career in volleyball before transitioning to basketball—...
Hungary’s Viktor Orbán ousted by voters after 16 years in power
With nearly half of the votes counted on Sunday evening, Tisza was projected to win 135 of 199 seats in parliament, the national election office (NVI)...
Finance minister favourite as Benin votes for president
Backed by the two main ruling parties, Wadagni is being challenged by Paul Hounkpe, an opposition figure whose campaign has been very low-key and who...
Trump orders US naval blockade of Strait of Hormuz
While acknowledging that the marathon negotiations in Pakistan had gone "well" and "most points were agreed to," Trump said Tehran had refused to conc...
House team raises alarm over rise of political gangs ahead of 2027 polls
The National Assembly’s Departmental Committee on Administration and Internal Security cautioned that the rise of political goons is quickly becoming...
Kenya and India to negotiate a comprehensive free trade agreement - Mudavadi
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi said on Sunday that official negotiations are set to begin following announcements in early 2026 when he visi...
Nationwide blackout hits Uganda as authorities work to ensure restoration
The Uganda Electricity Transmission Company Limited (UETCL) said in an official notice that “a nationwide power outage occurred on 12th April 2026 at...
US Secret Service investigates reports of gunfire near White House
Officers responded to reports of gunfire in the area around Washington DC's Lafayette Park just after midnight local time (04:00 GMT) and conducted a...
Your vote, your power! Kindiki urges Kenyans to register as voters
The DP said they will lack the power to pick leaders of their choice in the next elections if they fail to get enlisted to vote.
Pepsi withdraws as UK festival sponsor after Kanye West backlash
The US rapper, now known as Ye, has drawn widespread criticism for antisemitic comments he made in recent years and for which he issued an apology in...
DCI dismisses Gachagua claims on fuel probe as baseless
In a statement, the agency dismissed the allegations surrounding the handling of recoveries and exhibits linked to an ongoing probe into the suspected...
Trump issues new threat to Iran over Hormuz Strait blockage
He repeated an earlier threat to unleash "hell" but told US media there was a "good chance" of a deal being reached with Tehran.
China executes French national convicted in 2010 for drug trafficking
Chan Thao Phoumy, a 62-year-old Frenchman born in Laos, was executed, "despite the efforts of the French authorities, including efforts to obtain a pa...
Homa Bay, Bungoma and Mandera among counties leading in SHA fraud - Duale
Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale said Homa Bay, Bungoma, Mandera, Wajir, and Kisii have been the most affected, with the majority of the 1,000 faci...
Trump says two US airmen rescued in Iran after giving deadline for deal
The announcement came as Iran launched missiles and drones at Israel and Kuwait early Sunday, and a day after Trump said the Islamic republic had 48 h...
World's oldest leader to get a deputy for first time in 43-year rule
Should anything now happen to Biya, 93, the vice-president will automatically step in and complete the term before a new election is held.
12 medical facilities closed in nationwide SHA fraud crackdown
Speaking in Garissa on Saturday, Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale announced the closure of 12 medical facilities over fraud linked to SHA.
KPC MD Joe Sang, PS Liban Mohamed, EPRA DG Daniel Kiptoo arrested over fuel saga
According to reports, the officials were arrested on April 2, 2026, by detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations.
Cuba to release more than 2,000 prisoners, as pressure from US mounts
Those freed will include foreign nationals, young people, women and those aged over 60, a statement from the Cuban embassy in the US said.
Baby shot dead in pram in New York City, police say
Footage from the scene shows two men on a motorcycle riding against the flow of traffic through the Williamsburg neighbourhood of Brooklyn. A man on t...
Ghana part ways with coach Otto Addo ahead of 2026 World Cup
The decision came a few hours following a 2-1 defeat by Germany in Stuttgart during their preparation for the tournament, which will be held in N...
Singer Céline Dion announces comeback shows
The star, known for power ballads like My Heart Will Go On and Because You Loved Me, will play a 10-night residency at the 40,000-capacity Paris La Dé...
Spain closes airspace to US aircraft involved in Iran war
Foreign Affairs Minister José Manuel Albares stated that the aim of the decision was to "not do anything that could encourage an escalation in this wa...
Unnecessary! Sakaja dismisses arrest attempts, urges amicable resolution
On Monday night, police were searching for Nairobi Governor following an arrest order issued by the Senate watchdog committee for contempt of Parliame...
Late MP Kiaraho to be laid to rest on April 10
Speaking on Monday after the second planning committee meeting at the late MP’s Runda home in Nairobi, Thuku said the MP will be interred in accordan...
Kenya moves to cushion economy from Middle East crisis effects
President Ruto admitted the crisis is having a significant impact on the global economy, adding that it is already being felt across global supply cha...
ODM on right path under Oburu, says Speaker Wetang’ula
Wetang’ula noted that ODM, now part of the broad-based government, is poised for renewed stability and growth following a brief period of uncertainty...
Netanyahu says Latin Patriarch will have full access to holy site
Benjamin Netanyahu said Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa had been asked not to enter the church out of concern for his safety. He said Iran had repeat...
I will be a presidential candidate in 2027 polls - Kalonzo
The Wiper Party leader said he received the green light in October last year and has since been preparing himself for the race.
Partial government shutdown becomes the longest in US history
On Sunday, the shutdown reached 44 days, surpassing the previous longest funding lapse, which ended in November 2025.
Peace key to Kenya’s economic growth - PCS Mudavadi
Mudavadi challenged Kenyans to reflect deeply on the place of peace in national progress, describing it as the ultimate enabler of prosperity, investm...
Three arrested in Paris after attempted bomb attack outside Bank of America
An initial suspect was detained at the scene after he placed a device containing five litres of liquid, believed to be fuel, and an ignition system cl...
