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Texas man executed by lethal injection for setting store clerk on fire

His execution marked the second of three scheduled in the United States this week.

Cash bail refunds made simple: What you need to know

When cash bail is granted, and the accused does not run away, the court orders that the money be refunded to the person who paid it.

Ex-Prime Minister of DR Congo sentenced to hard labor for corruption

Matata led the DRC government as prime minister from 2012 to 2016 and now leads the Leadership and Governance for Development party (LGD).

Raila defends ODM members in government, calls for patience

He described them as "experts donated to government," emphasizing their role in driving positive change.

Reduce squad size or I'll walk - Guardiola tells City

A number of Man City's senior players were not included in the squad for Tuesday's 3-1 win against Bournemouth and Guardiola says he is unhappy at leaving so many players out.

He had to go! Mudavadi defends Kenya’s role in Besigye arrest

The Kenyan government has maintained that it acted in line with diplomatic duties and national priorities

Karua deported over legal breach, says Tanzanian government

Karua was removed from the country before she could appear in court, where Lissu faces treason charges linked to his call for electoral reforms.

A dead priest, sealed report, and a silent church

Mudavadi defends Tanzania’s move to deport Kenyan activists

Tanzania blocks access to X after cyberattack

Government releases Sh22 billion for term two capitation

Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba on Tuesday announced that the funds had been disbursed to cater for capitation in the second term of the 2025 academic year.

Audit uncovers Sh270bn supplier losses

Treasury Principal Secretary Chris Kiptoo told lawmakers that all remaining claims are now considered ineligible unless those owed can prove their legitimacy.

Treasury eyes Sh42bn from parastatal surpluses

The funds come from regulatory bodies such as the Capital Markets Authority, the Communications Authority, and the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority, which generate revenue through licence fees, fines, and other levies.

KRA makes tax filing easy with longer hours

The Authority added that on the final day of tax return filing, June 30, all KRA offices countrywide will be open for 17 hours, from 7 am to midnight.

AU backs Sudan junta’s move to appoint Kamil Idris as new prime minister

African Union Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf praised the decision by Sudanese junta leader Abdel Fattah al-Burhan to name Idris, a former UN official and former presidential candidate, as prime minister.

Counties face strain despite state support

Counties remain trapped in a financial struggle despite billions of shillings pumped into them since 2013.

AI solutions should be convenient for Africa's security challenges, says NIS boss Haji

"We should not expect that the AI that is being created in other jurisdictions will be effective for us or will work in our environment as well as it should," said Haji.

Murdered priest was trailed by persons demanding money, says DCI

Detectives are investigating reports that Fr. Maina had claimed his life was in danger.

We’re failing girls: Women MPs protest sanitary towel cuts

Nairobi Woman Representative Esther Passaris on Tuesday questioned why the NGAAF budget keeps shrinking, despite its crucial role in helping disadvantaged communities.

Muhoozi backs Suluhu over tough stand on foreign interference

Muhoozi expressed admiration for Suluhu’s approach to leadership, pointing to her strong response after Tanzanian authorities denied entry to a delegation of Kenyan lawyers and activists.

By-election campaigns intensify in Nyanza as candidates gear up

A group of ODM leaders, including Governor Gladys Wanga and Homa Bay Town MP Opondo Kaluma, have publicly endorsed Boyd Were.

Tanzania police launch probe after official X account hacked

The force has dismissed the content as fake and warned the public not to believe or share it.

Homa Bay gears up to host Madaraka Day celebrations

The Raila Odinga Stadium — designated as the official venue for the national event — has been expanded into a 12,000-seat arena.

King Charles sends message to Biden following cancer diagnosis

Charles, who is himself receiving treatment for an unspecified type of cancer, sent the personal note over the weekend.

Nigeria's Timaya opens up on legacy and Afrobeats origins

Timaya Reflects on His Legacy, Hustle, and the Early Days of Afrobeats on ‘Afrobeats Intelligence’.

Sky Kanyari wows guests with dance on Dubai cruise

Sky was seen confidently entertaining guests with graceful and rhythmic dance moves to the soulful tunes of a live saxophonist.

CBK governor summoned over Sh970m dispute

The High Court directed the CBK governor to show cause on June 3, after AfrAsia Bank Ltd, the Mauritian lender, demanded payment of its money.

Nairobi tops list in national closure of 511 health facilities

The inspection, which began in consultation with the Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale, targeted Mandera, Nairobi, and Wajir counties.

Silk and Swagger: The story of Congo’s dandies

Sapeurs, as the practitioners are known, often invest more in their clothing than in their homes.

Timekeepers of the Earth: A Mayan Story

Just as their ancestors charted long ago, the Maya watch, not as relics, but as timekeepers still.