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The State of the Climate in Africa 2025 report released on June 18,2026 says floods were the most frequently reported hazard, accounting for more than half of all recorded extreme weather events. The impacts were felt across multiple sectors, including agriculture, water resources, health, infrastructure and livelihoods.
The regional bloc warned that actions undermining Somalia’s unity could heighten tensions and threaten peace, stability, and cooperation across the Horn of Africa, calling for restraint and respect for internationally recognized principles
The post, widely shared online, alleged the move was intended to enhance transparency, neutrality, and public trust in the management of national examinations, prompting KNEC to issue a warning
In a statement issued on Thursday, the AU boss said the agreement demonstrates the value of diplomacy in resolving long-running conflicts.
Marking the International Day for Countering Hate Speech on Thursday, June 18, 2026, the UN said governments, civil society, educators, and digital platforms must work together to promote dialogue, tolerance, and respect for diversity
Portugal enjoyed 75 per cent possession and registered seven shots on target but struggled to break down a determined DR Congo side that remained organised throughout the match.
According to the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA), DStv had 248,053 customers by the end of March 2026, down from 270,017 in December last year. This means the firm lost 22,450 customers in just three months, pointing to continued pressure in the market.
Among the proposals rejected was a plan to remove a legal protection that currently prevents KRA from attaching a taxpayer's bank account once an appeal against a tax assessment has been filed.
Maraga also questioned the handling of the process, saying victims have not received a formal apology and raising concern that institutions linked to the alleged abuses are involved in managing compensation.
The county government has launched an assessment exercise to determine whether the programme is helping families lower education costs as initially promised.
President William Ruto has weighed in on the matter, urging parents to take a more active role in shaping the behaviour of their children and warning against placing all responsibility on schools and government agencies.
Speaking on Radio Generation on Thursday, Nzenge said societal changes have made cases of missing children a major concern, unlike in the past when communities collectively looked after children.
The funding was announced during the ongoing G7 Summit in France, where President William Ruto is among heads of state attending discussions on global security and health threats.
According to the historian, the end of apartheid brought political freedom but failed to fundamentally transform economic realities for many South Africans
Budget documents tabled in the National Assembly show the National Intelligence Service (NIS) recording the highest upward revision of Sh3.5 billion, increasing its allocation to Sh64.9 billion.
Under the Zinduka programme, eligible graduates will be able to access business loans ranging from Sh200,000 to Sh500,000
Under the new framework, police commanders will be expected to closely monitor political activities in their areas, identify groups likely to cause disruptions and take action before incidents escalate into violence.
Kang'ata's remarks come days after he publicly declared support for the movement during a major rally held on Sunday, June 14, 2026, at Kivulini Grounds in Thika town, Kiambu County, marking his first public appearance under the Linda Mwananchi banner.
The pact commits Iran to never acquiring a nuclear weapon, outlines plans for a $300 billion reconstruction and economic development framework, and provides a pathway for lifting US sanctions and releasing frozen Iranian assets.
In documents submitted to the National Assembly Delegated Committee, Murkomen said the frequency and sophistication of cyber and ICT-related attacks continue to increase as more sectors shift operations online.
Odhiambo rose to national prominence during her tenure at the Law Society of Kenya, where she became a leading voice in defending civil liberties and challenging state actions she viewed as excessive.
The appeal against the decision to grant Partey a Canadian visa for the World Cup failed, with court documents revealing that the initial visa application did not disclose the criminal charges he faces in the UK.
In a statement to the Senate, Water, Sanitation and Irrigation Cabinet Secretary Eric Muriithi Mugaa said the project, developed under a Public-Private Partnership framework, is currently at the negotiation stage ahead of a final project agreement.
According to court documents, the accused is said to have submitted payment requests for activities that never took place in several locations, including Dubai, Mombasa, Arusha, Nairobi, and within Taita Taveta County
Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi said Kenya’s economy continued to post positive growth across various sectors, even as it faced the effects of geopolitical tensions and climate-related disruptions.
Kenya’s Government has acknowledged that rapid urbanisation is outpacing infrastructure development, creating challenges in regulating high-rise buildings, drainage systems and urban planning. The ministry cites enforcement efforts, tighter building-approval requirements under the National Building Code, 2024, and new coordination systems.
The Deputy President emphasized that rangelands, wetlands and forests play a critical role in sustaining communities and economies, noting that their degradation directly affects food production, water resources and livelihoods.
According to Mbadi, the platform is a key component of ongoing efforts to improve management of public resources by making procurement processes more open, efficient and easier to monitor.
The initiative will see the government commit approximately Sh490 billion in catalytic public funding to attract nearly Sh1 trillion in private sector investment over the next five years.
The centre will serve as a continental hub for research, capacity building, and knowledge sharing