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Microsoft to Close Part of Nairobi Engineering Hub
Microsoft has announced plans to shutter a section of its Africa Development Centre (ADC) located in Nairobi, Kenya, as the tech giant restructures its engineering operations. The company is currently in the process o…
USCIS Denies 35,767 Green Card Applicants’ Work Permits as Rejection Rate Hits 44%
US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recorded higher denial rates across several major immigration categories between April and June 2026, including work permits, family-sponsored petitions, temporary work…
Kindiki Says Government Projects Will Benefit All Constituencies Regardless of Political Loyalties
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has pledged that government development projects will continue across Kenya regardless of the political affiliations of elected leaders or voters.Speaking in Mukurweini, Nyeri County…
Nairobi Water Shutdown to Leave Residents Without Supply for 24 Hours
Thousands of Nairobi residents, businesses and institutions are expected to experience water shortages for about 24 hours following the shutdown of a major supply pipeline for emergency repairs.The Athi Water Works De…
Tragic Capsizing Off Djibouti Claims 139 Lives, Including Children
A tragic maritime incident occurred off the coast of Djibouti, resulting in the deaths of 139 individuals, including children. The boat, which was traveling from Djibouti to Yemen, capsized near the port town of Obock…
Number of Kenyans Gaining Canadian Permanent Residence Rises by 51% in Seven Months
Kenyan nationals secured 1,010 Canadian permanent residence grants between January and July 2026, up from 670 during the same period in 2025, even as Canada recorded an overall decline in new permanent residents.Figur…
ODM Dismisses Online Death Rumours About Oburu Oginga, Says He Is Recovering
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has dismissed online rumours about party leader Oburu Oginga’s health, saying he is recovering well and is expected to leave hospital within the next two days.ODM Secretary General…
Kenya’s Economy Hits USD 151 Billion but Remains Africa’s Seventh Largest
Kenya’s economy has grown to an estimated USD 151.15 billion (KSh19.6 trillion), maintaining its position as East Africa’s largest economy, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF).The latest estimates show…
Gachagua Says It Is Too Early to Pick Opposition Presidential Candidate
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has urged opposition leaders to be patient as they work towards forming a united political alliance ahead of the 2027 General Election, saying it is too early to decide who wil…
Sifuna's Linda Mwananchi Appoints Pauline Njoroge to Lead Campaign Communications
The Linda Mwananchi Movement has appointed political strategist Pauline Njoroge as interim head of communications in its Presidential Campaign Secretariat as it builds structures ahead of the 2027 General Election.The…
Man rescued after being trapped in Sardinian cave for 26 hours
A man has been rescued after spending 26 hours trapped in a cave in Sardinia, Italy. The incident took place in the region known for its complex network of caves, which attract both tourists and adventure seekers. Eme…
Ex-President Kabila launches new rebel military coalition to oust regime
Joseph Kabila, the former president of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DR Congo), has officially launched a new rebel military coalition aimed at ousting the current regime led by President Félix Tshisekedi. Thi…
Sagal Abdi-Wali Makes History as First Somali-Born Refugee Elected to UK Parliament
Sagal Abdi-Wali, a member of the Labour Party, has made history by becoming the first Somali-born refugee woman elected to the United Kingdom's Parliament. Her election marks a significant milestone not only for her p…
US Citizen Faces Denaturalization Over Alleged Misrepresentation
A legal filing has been made in an Illinois court seeking the denaturalization and deportation of Emmanuel Tayo Akinkunmi, a Chicago man who became a U.S. citizen 15 years ago. The complaint, filed on October 7, 2026…
Ruto to Uhuru: You Broke Our Deal on Presidential Succession
President William Ruto has accused retired President Uhuru Kenyatta of breaking a political agreement to support his presidential ambitions after completing two terms in office, reviving their dispute ahead of the 202…
US Investigates Harvard, Yale and Seven Other Universities Over J-1 Visa Misuse
The US Department of Labour has launched an investigation into the J-1 visa programmes of nine leading American universities, issuing subpoenas to examine whether the institutions have complied with immigration rules…
Six Ukrainian energy sites hit by Russia since Trump announced ceasefire, Zelensky says
In a troubling development, six energy sites in Ukraine have been struck by Russian forces since U.S. President Donald Trump announced a ceasefire aimed at protecting Ukrainian energy infrastructure. This assertion co…
Ayra Starr Makes History as First African Artist to Headline NFL International Game Half-Time Show
In a groundbreaking achievement for African music and culture, Nigerian Afrobeats singer Ayra Starr has made history by becoming the first African artist to headline the half-time show at an international National Foo…
Lecturers' Strike Escalates As Talks With Govt Collapse
The academic landscape in Kenya faces significant upheaval as the ongoing lecturers' strike in public universities intensifies following the breakdown of negotiations between faculty members and the government. The ta…
Kenya Defence Forces Tests Disaster Readiness Amid El Niño Threat
In a significant move to bolster disaster preparedness, the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) has embarked on a comprehensive exercise aimed at enhancing its ability to respond to potential emergencies related to El Niño. Th…