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Ruto Calls for Restraint as Uhuru Reopens Debate Over 2022 Election
President William Ruto has urged Kenya’s political leaders to exercise restraint after former President Uhuru Kenyatta renewed his claim that Raila Odinga won the 2022 presidential election.Speaking at a Sunday servic…

Sudan: RSF Drones Strike El Gezira Fuel Depot As Both Sides Report Shootdowns
In the latest escalation of the ongoing conflict in Sudan, the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have launched drone strikes targeting the Umm Alila fuel depot east of Wad Madani in El Gezira. The attack, which…

US Immigration Crackdown Linked to Falling Rents, DHS Claims
The US Department of Homeland Security has claimed that increased immigration enforcement is contributing to lower rents, pointing to states where cooperation with Immigration and Customs Enforcement has been stronges…

UN Voices Grave Concern As Fighting Spreads Across Northern Ethiopia
The United Nations expressed profound concern as the security situation in northern Ethiopia continues to deteriorate amid escalating conflicts across multiple fronts. The resurgence of fighting has notably disrupted…

Mwakilishi News Bulletin - Midday Edition, Sunday 27 September 2026
Today's bulletin covers diaspora events, political developments, tragic incidents and Lupita Nyong'o's sports investment.

New US Bill Puts Family and Employment-Based Green Card Sponsorships at Risk
Alabama Senator Tommy Tuberville has introduced the Americans First Immigration Act, a broad immigration bill that would replace the Diversity Visa Lottery with a merit-based system and significantly restrict family a…

Court Ruling Secures Permanent Employment for 500 Casual Workers in Trans Nzoia
A significant labor rights victory has emerged in Trans Nzoia County, Kenya, where a court has ordered the local government to employ 500 casual workers on permanent terms. This ruling marks a pivotal moment for labor…

Kalonzo Musyoka Signals Possible Alliance with President Ruto for 2027 Elections
In a significant development in Kenyan politics, Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka has indicated a willingness to consider cooperating with President William Ruto following the 2027 General Election, provided the electoral…

Traditional Swahili Homes Disappearing Amid Mombasa's Urban Development
Traditional Swahili homes in Mombasa, Kenya, are increasingly disappearing as high-rise buildings dominate the skyline. This trend reflects a significant cultural shift and raises concerns about urban development in t…

Kalonzo’s Ukombozi Alliance Hits Hurdles as Allies Keep Their Distance
Kalonzo Musyoka’s launch of the Ukombozi Alliance has exposed divisions within Kenya’s opposition, with several parties and prominent figures distancing themselves from the new coalition ahead of the 2027 General Elec…

Tragedy Strikes Kitengela: Three Dead After Poisoning Incident
Three individuals have died, and two others are currently fighting for their lives following a tragic poisoning incident in Kitengela, Kenya. The situation has raised alarm among local residents and authorities, promp…

Kenyan Women in Germany Celebrate Culture at Annual Event in Troisdorf
Kenyan women living in Germany gathered in Troisdorf for the 2026 Kenyan Women in Germany Annual Event, celebrating their culture and strengthening ties within the diaspora.The event brought together members of the Ke…

Gachagua Questions Opposition Unity Ahead of 2027 Election
Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has questioned whether Kenya’s opposition parties can remain united ahead of the 2027 General Election.Speaking to members of the Kenyan diaspora in the Unite…

Two mass shootings in South Africa leave 27 dead
Two mass shootings in South Africa have resulted in the tragic deaths of 27 individuals, marking a significant escalation in the country's ongoing struggle with gang-related violence. The attacks occurred hours apart…

Ethiopia’s army promises restraint amid fears of new civil war
Ethiopia's army has pledged to exercise restraint as tensions rise amid fears of a potential new civil war. This announcement comes in the wake of accusations from the army chief, who has claimed that Eritrea is provi…

Lupita Nyong'o Invests in Nairobi City Thunder's Ambitious BAL Franchise
Oscar-winning actress Lupita Nyong'o has made headlines with her recent decision to acquire a significant stake in the Nairobi City Thunder, a basketball team gearing up for a Sh6.5 billion bid to participate in the B…

Ruto's UNGA Message Collides with Reality at Home
In a high-profile address at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, Kenyan President William Ruto called for significant reforms in global governance, particularly highlighting Africa's long-standing…

Court Blocks Access to IFMIS Secrets in Major Graft Case
A court in Kenya has blocked a bid to unlock the Integrated Financial Management Information System (IFMIS) secrets in a case involving alleged graft amounting to Sh14.8 million. This ruling comes amid ongoing discuss…

Uganda: Gnbu Calls for Renewed Action As Uganda Reviews Strategy On Child Marriage and Teenage Pregnancy
Girls Not Brides Uganda (GNBU) has called for renewed commitment and stronger multisectoral collaboration as Uganda reviews its National Strategy to End Child Marriage and Teenage Pregnancy. This call to action comes…

Mwakilishi News Bulletin - Evening Edition, Saturday 26 September 2026
This bulletin covers US immigration changes, Kenyan political news, and global developments.