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Deadly drone and missile strikes escalate between Russia and Ukraine overnight

The strikes caused widespread damage and underscored the growing civilian toll of the ongoing war.

Counties move to shut down rogue clinics and pharmacies

Health Committee Chairperson and Tharaka Nithi Governor Muthomi Njuki said counties, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health, will move to close down clinics and pharmacies operating without proper authorisation.

Fears of new cult tragedy rise as detectives find graves in Kilifi

The team is now revisiting earlier clues while seeking new information from both forested areas and local homesteads, where unusual activities were reported.

Kenyan activist Mwabili Mwagodi found after abduction in Tanzania

Mwabili revealed that he was released following a tense encounter at the Lunga Lunga border between Tanzanian officials and three Kenyan police officers.

Protests greet Trump in Scotland over Gaza, immigration and energy policies

The demonstrations, organized under the banner Stop Trump Scotland, were billed as a “festival of resistance.”

Police accused of fueling gun smuggling in insecure regions

Garissa women rebuild lives through perfume business after Suq Mugdi inferno

Pooling their knowledge of traditional Somali incense-making and fragrance blending, the women began crafting handmade bukhoor (incense) and scented oil perfumes from their homes.

KHRC joins calls for action over activist Mwagodi's disappearance in Tanzania

KHRC linked Mwagodi’s disappearance to his previous involvement in anti-government protests in Kenya, notably a June 23, 2024, demonstration in Nyahururu.

INFOGRAPHIC: Major changes as CS Murkomen restructures Interior Ministry

The shake-up comes as the government introduces new efforts to curb insecurity in bandit-hit regions.

Green light for Chinese firms to revive Nairobi-Mau Summit road

The fresh Chinese interest in the project came after President William Ruto presented the proposal to the Chinese government.

New CBK system to tighten control over county payments

CBK revealed that the upgraded digital platform — an enhanced version of the T24 core banking system, will streamline county transactions.

Police recover stolen livestock after attack on Turkana traders

The police said the raid highlighted the deeper challenges facing pastoralist communities, including long-standing rivalries and competition over natural resources.

Indian police arrest man running 'fake embassy'

Jain, according to police, claimed to be the ambassador of fictional nations "like West Arctica, Saborga, Poulvia, Lodonia".

We've not scrapped Free Day Secondary Education Programme- CS Ogamba

Ogamba affirmed that the government has no intention or authority to revoke this constitutional right, and is actively working to resolve the current funding gap.

Man jailed for 30 years for sodomising 14-year-old boy in Lamu

The offences took place between November 14 and 24, 2024, at Paradise in Langoni Location, where Athman had been staying at the home of the victim’s family.

Kayole, Kahawa Soweto at the heart of Nairobi’s new urban renewal plan

At least 400,000 people living in informal settlements across Nairobi are expected to benefit from the initiative, which is being implemented in phases across 81 settlements in 23 counties.

Interior CS warns IPOA against premature claims on police conduct

Murkomen strongly defended police officers deployed during the recent wave of violent protests, saying they had every right to use force where necessary.

Seven police stations to be built in Tiaty by December, says Murkomen

The Interior boss described the lack of institutions and infrastructure in Tiaty as alarming and said the situation demanded urgent government attention.

20,000 intern teachers to be hired permanently in January, says Mbadi

Mbadi confirmed that despite the absence of a specific allocation in the 2025/26 financial year, the government will ensure the interns are absorbed once their contracts end in December.

Amnesty demands answers over missing Kenyan activist in Tanzania

Irungu Houghton, the Section Director of Amnesty International Kenya, called on the governments of Kenya and Tanzania to take immediate action.

CS Murkomen restructures Interior Ministry, names new leaders

Jacob Namulen and Bevery Opwora were named as the new Principal Administrative Secretaries, while Thomas Saka was appointed Secretary for Internal Affairs.

Kagame tells Africans to reject disrespect and reclaim control

For Kagame, the issue is not only about how foreign powers treat African nations, but also about how Africans allow themselves to be treated.

Over 1.3 million return home as Sudan faces fragile recovery- UN

Sudan now has 10 million IDPs, including 7.7 million uprooted by the current war, while over four million have fled to neighbouring countries.

AU applauds France’s recognition of Palestine, urges global backing

Youssouf said the AU fully supports a two-State solution where both Israel and Palestine exist side by side in peace and security.

At least 8 killed during 'terrorist' attack in southeast Iran

Responsibility for the attack has been claimed by Jaish al-Zulm, designated by Iran as a terrorist group, the report said.

Climate Worx scales up as 25,000 youth join National urban renewal effort

The 25,000 inductees include youth, women, NYS graduates and members of community-based groups who were recruited over the past few months.

Family demands answers after Kenyan activist disappears in Tanzania

The family says no official communication has been made about his condition or location, sparking fears of a possible enforced disappearance.

CS Mbadi blames Parliament for inadequate school capitation funds

Mbadi further proposed that bursary funds from all other sources, including NG-CDF, the Government Affirmative Action Fund (GAAF), and county governments, be combined and distributed equally.

CHAN: South Africa's Bafana name 25 man squad

“We are in Group C and the team that we have selected is mostly composed of the players we started this journey with. So we are looking forward to the tournament and to do our best. We just want to say thanks to the clubs and to the coaches who managed to release players for our CHAN team to have a good squad going into the tournament.”

INFOGRAPHIC: What was destroyed during Saba Saba demos

The protests also saw the destruction and looting of property across the country.