The Ukrainian president said the countries on his list were spread across Africa, Asia and other parts of the world, with their citizens allegedly being recruited or otherwise pulled into Russia’s military activities.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe call was made during the “Connect, Power, Heal” side event held on the sidelines of the 81st United Nations General Assembly in New York on September 25, 2026.
By Samuel OtienoSpeaking in New York on Friday, Mudavadi said Kenya's participation in the New York summit was anchored on diplomacy that connects the country's foreign policy with economic priorities, including investment, industrialisation, technology, climate action and employment
By Chrispho OwuorDuale spoke while representing President William Ruto at a high-level summit on child survival and nutrition convened by King Letsie III of Lesotho on the sidelines of the 81st United Nations General Assembly on September 24, 2026.
By Maureen KinyanjuiKenya is on course to retire its older 2G and 3G mobile networks by 2030 as subscriptions for 4G and 5G rise, according to a GSMA-led digital connectivity roadmap covering 11 African states.
By Maureen KinyanjuiWith large parts of the chamber empty, Netanyahu used the address to respond to international criticism of Israel, defend its campaign against Hamas, explain the decision to strike Iran’s nuclear facilities and warn of what he described as continuing threats to Israel’s security.
By Maureen KinyanjuiBesigye was reported missing on November 16, 2024, while in Nairobi for the launch of a book by former Kenyan Justice Minister Martha Karua. Amnesty International said he resurfaced on November 20, when he was brought before the General Court Martial in Kampala, where he was charged alongside his colleague Haji Obeid Lutale
By Chrispho OwuorThe President said the organisation’s contribution could be seen in several countries that went through political or armed conflict, citing Namibia, Cambodia, Sierra Leone, Liberia and Timor-Leste.
By Maureen KinyanjuiPresident William Ruto told the UN General Assembly that Africa has lost about Sh9.71 trillion through higher interest charges and missed lending opportunities linked to sovereign credit ratings, citing a UNDP estimate. He argued developing countries face higher borrowing costs than developed economies and urged fairer risk assessment.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe President said the arrangement was shaped by circumstances that existed when the United Nations was established in 1945 but has not kept pace with changes in the world.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe partnership will cover skills development, research, AI safety and evaluation, education, health and public-sector applications.
By Samuel OtienoThe call has particular relevance for Kenya, where former President Uhuru Kenyatta and his successor, President William Ruto, were both indicted by the ICC in 2012 over the 2007-08 post-election violence.
By Bradley BosireSpeaking on Radio Generation on Tuesday, Odhiambo Ramogi said he was “very uncomfortable” with the idea of greater government involvement in pensioners’ money, arguing that retirement savings should not be exposed to investments driven by political considerations.
By David AbonyoOne of the proposals calls for United Nations member states to build on existing international initiatives and consider establishing a global institution dedicated to frontier AI governance.
By Maureen KinyanjuiGuterres said this would be his last UNGA as Secretary-General and stressed the need for dialogue, cooperation and collective action.
By Samuel OtienoThe US State Department confirmed the decision on Thursday, saying the Iranian officials will face travel restrictions while also being barred from buying certain goods in the United States.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe 81st session opened on September 8, with the high-level week running from September 18 to 28. The general debate is scheduled for September 22 to 26 and September 28, with nearly 130 heads of state and government expected to attend in person.
By Chrispho OwuorGuterres placed the Middle East among the immediate priorities for international action, calling for de-escalation and protection of civilians
By Chrispho OwuorThe warning comes as United Nations member states adopted a new UN General Assembly Progress Declaration on Road Safety, committing governments to accelerate efforts to halve road deaths and serious injuries by 2030 under the Sustainable Development Goals.
By David AbonyoThese include the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), and UN Women
By Chrispho OwuorPrime Minister Albanese said recognition would depend on the Palestinian Authority meeting strict conditions.
By Brenda Socky