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US-Iran Agreement Paves Way for Peace and Reconstruction
The United States and Iran have reached a historic agreement that aims to end hostilities and ensure Iran will never acquire a nuclear weapon. The 14-paragraph memorandum, which has garnered significant international…
Wegovy Weight-Loss Drug to Launch in Pill Form in UK, Offering New Convenience
The introduction of the weight-loss drug Wegovy in pill form marks a significant development in the pharmaceutical industry as it becomes available in the United Kingdom for the first time. This move by Novo Nordisk…
Nairobi Developers Turn to Commercial Projects as Housing Demand Weakens
The value of approved commercial building projects in Nairobi rose sharply in the first quarter of 2026, even as approvals for residential developments declined, according to new data from the Kenya National Bureau of…
Kenya Advances Mwalimu Majuu Programme to Connect Teachers with Global Jobs
Kenya is moving ahead with the implementation of the Mwalimu Majuu policy framework, a government programme aimed at helping teachers secure employment opportunities abroad while protecting their rights and welfare.Th…
US Embassy in Nairobi to Close on June 19 for Juneteenth Holiday
The United States Embassy in Nairobi will be closed on Friday, 19 June, in observance of Juneteenth, a federal holiday in the United States. Routine consular services will not be available during the closure, with nor…
Tribunal Blocks ODM Bid to Oust Sifuna Over Procedural Flaws
The Political Parties Disputes Tribunal has ruled that the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) did not follow proper procedure in its attempt to remove Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna as the party’s Secretary General.In a j…
KNBS Survey Shows Most Diaspora Remittances Spent on Household Needs
Kenyan households received an estimated Ksh931.8 billion in remittances between June 2024 and May 2025, with most of the money spent on food, household goods, education and healthcare, according to a new survey by the…
World Cup 2026: Opening Matches Provide Drama and Surprises
The World Cup 2026 has kicked off with a series of highly anticipated group stage matches, delivering a blend of thrilling performances, unexpected upsets, and memorable fan interactions. Hosted across multiple North…
Kenya Deports Taiwanese Scientist, Reaffirms One-China Policy
Kenya has deported a Taiwanese scientist who attempted to enter the country using a passport that Nairobi does not recognise, reaffirming its commitment to the one-China policy.The scientist was denied entry in Mombas…
Kenyan Adventurers Complete Epic 45,470km Road Trip from Nairobi to London
Kenyan adventurers Becky Kim and Bonnie Koko have completed a 45,470-kilometre road journey from Nairobi to London after travelling for 122 days across Africa and Europe.The expedition began on 13 February 2026 and en…
Gachagua Orders Allied MPs to Reject Finance Bill 2026 in Final Vote
Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has directed all MPs allied to his party to vote against the Finance Bill 2026 during Thursday’s Third Reading in the National Assembly.He also instructed the…
How a Kenyan Akorino Pastor Is Changing Conversations About Christianity in America
African theologians and church leaders are challenging long-standing views that Christianity arrived in Africa solely through European missionaries, arguing that the continent has a deep and independent Christian heri…
New EU Deportation Law Could Affect Thousands of Undocumented Kenyans in Europe
The European Parliament has approved new deportation rules that would make it easier for EU countries to remove undocumented migrants, including Kenyans living in Europe without legal status.The legislation, approved…
Bezos Predicts AI to Spur Job Growth, Cites Potential Labour Shortages
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has expressed a bullish outlook on the future of artificial intelligence (AI), suggesting that the rapid advancement of AI technologies may lead to significant job creation rather than job di…
FBI Uncovers Plot to Attack White House UFC Event with Snipers and Drones
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has revealed an alarming plot to attack a UFC event at the White House involving the use of snipers and drones, as detailed in newly unsealed court documents. The alleged cons…
U.S. Eases Iran Oil Sanctions in Preliminary Deal, Impacting Global Markets
The United States has announced a preliminary agreement to waive certain sanctions on Iran's oil exports, a move that could have significant implications for global energy markets and international relations. The deal…
NASA's Artemis III Crew to Advance Lunar Exploration, Inspire Global Innovation
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has unveiled the crew for the upcoming Artemis III mission, marking a significant step forward in lunar exploration. Scheduled for launch in 2026, this mission…
New Obama Portrait by Nigerian-Born Artist to Feature at Presidential Center
Nigerian-born artist Njideka Akunyili Crosby has unveiled a new portrait of former US President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama for the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago. The artwork, commissioned…
Postmortem Confirms Teen Was Fatally Shot During Nanyuki Protests
A postmortem has confirmed that 17-year-old Sylvester Muigai Ndung’u died from a single gunshot wound to the head during recent demonstrations in Nanyuki.Government pathologist Peter Ndegwa said the bullet entered jus…
Bolivia and US Strengthen Ties with $20 Million Anti-Drug Trafficking Agreement
Bolivia has signed a significant $20 million deal with the United States to combat drug trafficking, marking a notable renewal of relations between the two nations under Bolivia's new leadership. This agreement, annou…