UN and African Union push for civilian safety amid rising Jonglei tensions
The UN chief’s appeal comes as clashes in Jonglei disrupt local communities and hinder aid operations.
David AbonyoThe UN chief’s appeal comes as clashes in Jonglei disrupt local communities and hinder aid operations.
David AbonyoAccording to the report, the process was coordinated by an individual operating under the name Elijah’s Ticketing Tours, who admitted to handling ticketing and reservations without a recruitment licence.
David AbonyoThe competition targets learners in Grades 10 to 12, giving them an opportunity to engage critically with issues affecting youth while reinforcing life skills and responsible decision-making.
Chrispho OwuorFormer AFC Leopards chairman Dan Shikanda says the Ambani-led side, level on points with Gor Mahia, now has the balance, signings and belief to chase a league and Mozzart Bet Cup double.
Wainaina MarkThe commission said many people wrongly believe that anonymity or physical distance shields them from consequences, a belief that has contributed to rising cyberbullying, threats, harassment and offensive remarks online.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe five-judge panel—led by Chief Justice Martha Koome and including Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu, Justices Smokin Wanjala, Njoki Ndung’u, and Isaac Lenaola—clarified that the Supreme Court may only grant stay orders for cases in the Court of Appeal, not the High Court.
Maureen KinyanjuiKenya faces a rising cancer burden, with up to 47,000 new cases and 32,500 deaths yearly. Experts urge prevention, early detection and sustainable financing to protect families and the health system.
Chrispho OwuorYoussouf stressed that the calm achieved after years of conflict must not be placed at risk, pointing to the Permanent Cessation of Hostilities Agreement as the foundation of stability in the region.
Chrispho OwuorOver the past decade, countries have made steady progress in tackling the diseases. By early 2026, a total of 58 countries had eliminated at least one neglected tropical disease, moving closer to WHO’s global goal of 100 countries achieving elimination by 2030.
David AbonyoChinese football has sanctioned 13 clubs for match-fixing, gambling and corruption, with heavy fines and points deductions reshaping the Chinese Super League ahead of the new season.
Wainaina MarkGovernor George Natembeya appeared before CPAC to respond to the Auditor General’s report on the county’s 2024/25 accounts. The report showed that Trans Nzoia had neglected to pay gratuity to staff whose contracts had ended years ago, with the last payment recorded on May 9, 2021.
Maureen KinyanjuiRaphael Owino, Director General of Public Debt Management at the National Treasury, said the government plans to gradually reduce reliance on Treasury bills while increasing medium and long-term securities.
Maureen KinyanjuiNairobi-based traffic liaison officer Boniface Otieno said road crashes remain a major concern not just in Kenya but around the world.
David AbonyoDifferences in medical reports or contradictory evidence can stretch the case for weeks, which goes against the court’s purpose of resolving disputes within 60 days.
Maureen KinyanjuiWairimu wants the court to treat her application as urgent and hear it without delay. She is also asking that all decisions and directions issued so far be cancelled, and that the case be restarted before a different judge, excluding Justice Kavedza.
Maureen KinyanjuiGor Mahia welcome winger Bryson Wangai and several key players back from injury ahead of Sofapaka, restoring squad depth as they battle AFC Leopards in a tight FKF Premier League title race.
Wainaina MarkKenya is expanding cancer care beyond Nairobi with new regional centres, but experts warn specialist shortages, costly radiotherapy and rising cases still strain the health system nationwide.
Chrispho OwuorMatiang’i rejected arguments that the current problems would not exist if another education system had been retained. He maintained that any curriculum inherited by the current leadership would have suffered the same fate.
Chrispho OwuorThe two-day gathering will also see the leaders plan a nationwide campaign to encourage citizens, particularly young people, to register as voters and participate actively in the upcoming elections.
Maureen KinyanjuiBased in Kenya, Demissie will lead DFC’s regional operations, overseeing investments designed to support private-sector growth while expanding economic cooperation between the United States and East African countries.
David AbonyoThe EACC argued that the DPP’s reliance on section 87(a) of the Criminal Procedure Code as the basis for terminating the case was a misinterpretation of the law.
Maureen KinyanjuiDuring a County Public Accounts Committee session on Thursday, senators also probed Sh1.15 billion in pending bills that lacked essential documents such as contracts, requisitions, and delivery notes.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe warning comes days after a crash on January 24 near the Lang’ata underpass, close to Wilson Airport and the Carnivore Restaurant. A fuel tanker heading to Kikuyu lost control after hitting a pavement, collided with a lorry, and toppled onto the road below.
Maureen KinyanjuiHarambee Starlets have opened a one-week mini-camp in Nairobi for locally based players, a key trial that will shape Kenya’s provisional squad for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.
Wainaina MarkDespite having the largest proven oil reserves in the world, Venezuela’s oil industry has suffered from mismanagement, lack of investment, and heavy international sanctions, including from the United States.
Maureen KinyanjuiSince June 2025, Eveleen Mitei has been acting as CEO following the expiration of Macharia’s term.
Maureen KinyanjuiMoscow’s chief negotiator, Vladimir Medinsky, said Russia received 38 bodies in return. He shared a photo on Telegram showing the exchange, with people in protective suits standing beside white refrigerated trucks used for transporting the remains.
Maureen KinyanjuiJustice Edward Muriithi of the Kerugoya High Court made the ruling while approving the phased importation of 254,000 metric tonnes of duty-free rice. The decision aims to protect domestic farmers while meeting the nation’s rice supply needs.
Maureen KinyanjuiPolice in Kariobangi North, Nairobi, arrested a suspect and recovered 36 suspected stolen smartphones after a public tip-off, underscoring the growing role of community intelligence in tackling urban crime.
Chrispho OwuorThe decision by the military rulers who seized power in September 2022 is the latest move to tighten control following the suspension of political activities after the coup.
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