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French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu resigns weeks after taking office
Lecornu is the fifth French Premier to quit his post in the past two years.
Kenyans cautioned against overstaying 90-day visa-free stay in Mozambique
In a statement released on 1 October 2025, the High Commission noted an increase in cases of Kenyans exceeding the 90-day visa-free period granted under the 2018 Agreement on Exemption from Visa Requirements for Holders of Ordinary Passports.
Injured Sinner out of Shanghai Masters
The world number two began to experience issues in the fourth game of the third set, and tried to persevere before abandoning the match when trailing 6-7 (3/7), 7-5, 3-2.
McLaren win constructor's title but trouble in paradise looms
Norris trailed Piastri by 25 points before the race, and narrowed that lead by only three points after he finished third behind winner George Russell's Mercedes and Verstappen, with Piastri just behind in fourth.
Senate invites public views on Energy Amendment Bill, 2025
According to Senate Clerk Jeremiah Nyegenye, public participation submissions are due by Thursday, October 16, 2025, at 5 pm.
Garissa mosques lead way as solar power keeps lights on during outage
The power disruption, part of Kenya Power’s scheduled maintenance from 8 am to 5 pm left homes, businesses, and government offices without electricity for much of the day.
Barcelona thrashed at Sevilla despite Rashford goal
Needing victory to reclaim the leadership from Real Madrid, the defending champions suffered their worst loss against Sevilla since a 4-0 defeat in 1951.
KPL roundup: Full weekend results and goalscorers
At the Kasarani Annex, the slum derby saw Mathare United host Kariobangi Sharks, with the Sharks securing their first win of the season, 1-2.
Two nabbed with elephants tusks valued at Sh1.1 million
The tusks, which had been concealed in a bag, were seized alongside a red Boxer motorbike and are now held as exhibits.
Kenya Power schedules maintenance affecting three counties
The scheduled outage, set to run from 9 am to 5 pm is aimed at facilitating essential maintenance works to improve service reliability and grid efficiency.
CAF Champions League: Champions Pyramids cruise past Rwandese outfit APR
The dominant performance, coupled with a 2-0 first round, first leg win in Kigali last Wednesday, gave the defending champions a 5-0 aggregate victory in the premier African club competition.
Rescue efforts under way after 1,000 people trapped on Mount Everest slopes
Hundreds of local villagers and rescue teams have been deployed to clear out snow blocking access to the area which sits at an altitude of more than 4,900 metres (16,000 feet).
State to roll out nationwide NYOTA grassroots sensitization forums
The Nyota initiative, implemented in partnership with the World Bank, will provide Sh50,000 grants to 70 young people in each of Kenya’s 1,450 wards, enabling them to start small businesses.
Judge temporarily blocks Trump from sending National Guard troops to Oregon
California and Oregon sought the temporary restraining order after the president sent guard members from California to Oregon earlier in the day.
Ruto urges youth to register as voters, warns against early campaigns
Speaking during a Sunday service at St. Mary’s AIPCA Church in Kathelwa, Meru County, the President challenged the youth to elect leaders based on vision and performance, not rhetoric.
Trump urges mediators to 'move fast' as key Gaza peace talks set to begin
The talks come after Hamas agreed to some parts of a 20-point US peace plan, including freeing hostages and handing over Gaza governance to Palestinian technocrats, but is seeking negotiations on other issues.
We are not planning a drug import ban, says Pharmacy and Poisons Board
In a statement on Sunday, October 5, 2025, the regulator termed the allegations false and misleading, saying they were intended to cause unwarranted public alarm.
Madagascar security forces blame protesters for violence
The Indian Ocean island has seen near-daily rallies over alleged misgovernance and water and power cuts, with protesters clashing with security forces in the capital Antananarivo on Saturday.
TikToker Kaluma Boy granted full university scholarship
Bishop Kamau revealed that Kaluma Boy will pursue a course in Sales and Marketing with a focus on digital marketing.
Russian strikes kill five in Ukraine, cause power outage
President Volodymyr Zelensky said the overnight attack saw over 50 missiles and about 500 attack drones fired at his country.
Wiper tells off Raila for linking Kalonzo to false claims about his health
Wiper’s Secretary-General Senator Shakila Abdalla accused ODM of engaging in political theatre, which she further described as acts of desperation from a once respected movement that has lost its moral compass and political relevance.
Morocco sees 8th straight day of protests organised by online Gen Z group
The demonstrations in the usually stable North African kingdom have bucked the perception of young Moroccans as being politically disengaged, and have been organised since last Saturday by GenZ 212, a group active on the web platform Discord.
Three injured in suspected grenade attack at Mandera hotel
According to a police report filed at the Mandera Police Station under OB No. 48/4/10/2025, the incident occurred at around 6:40 pm at Jakkey Hotel, located in the Corner B area of Mandera East Sub-County.
Roselyn Akombe warns Kenyans against falling for politicians’ ‘fake fights’
In a statement on Sunday, October 5, 2025, Akombe accused the political class of deliberately fabricating imaginary rivalries to keep public attention focused on themselves rather than on national issues or new leadership voices.
Stay alert! Met warns ahead of expected heavy rains on Sunday
According to the latest weather update, rainfall will persist over the Highlands East and West of the Rift Valley, including Nairobi, the Lake Victoria Basin, the Coastal Region, and parts of the Rift Valley.
Police intercept Lamu-bound bus, recover bales of cannabis
According to a police report, the bus, registration KDN 368W and operated by Tawakal Bus Service, was on a routine trip from Nairobi when officers flagged it down for inspection.
Georgia protesters try to storm Tbilisi presidential palace
The protest took place on the same day as local elections, which the opposition is largely boycotting following a government crackdown. One organiser had earlier called for leaders of the Georgian Dream party to be arrested.

