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Police Recover AK-47 Ammunition Hidden in Meat on Bus in Kitui
In a significant security operation in Kitui County, Kenya, law enforcement officials intercepted a passenger bus in Kanyonyoo, leading to the recovery of 48 rounds of AK-47 ammunition. The ammunition was ingeniously…
At least 41 die as boat capsizes in DRC’s Lake Tanganyika
At least 41 people have died following a tragic boat capsizing incident in Lake Tanganyika, located in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The incident has raised alarm over the safety of water transport in th…
Ethiopia's Army Repels Attacks Amid Fears of Resumed Civil War
Ethiopia's military has reported successfully repelling attacks, marking the first official acknowledgment of renewed clashes that threaten to escalate into a full-blown civil war. The military's statement detailed th…
Mwakilishi News Bulletin - Evening Edition, Thursday 24 September 2026
Tonight's bulletin covers diaspora, Kenya, world, business, real estate, and lifestyle news.
Kenya Identifies Areas for Possible Evacuation Ahead of El Niño Rains
Nairobi -- The Kenyan government has taken proactive measures to prepare for the impending El Niño rains, which are expected to begin in October. In anticipation of potential flooding, authorities have pinpointed area…
Trump and Xi come face-to-face as US and China battle to win the AI race
In a pivotal meeting between global powerhouses, U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping met to discuss the escalating race for supremacy in artificial intelligence (AI). This high-stakes encounte…
Tenth Suspect Arrested in Dr. Mutiso Murder Case, Public Outcry Grows
The murder case of Dr. Mutiso has taken a significant turn with the arrest of a tenth suspect in Nairobi, Kenya. The ongoing investigation into the high-profile killing has captured substantial public interest, highli…
US Reveals Its Position on Kenya’s 2027 Election
The United States has reaffirmed its neutrality ahead of Kenya’s 2027 General Election, with ambassador nominee Henry Wooster telling US lawmakers that Washington’s priority is to support a peaceful and stable elector…
Gender Pay Gap Leaves Kenyan Women Earning 32 Percent Less
The gender pay gap in Kenya has reached alarming levels, with women reportedly earning 32 percent less than their male counterparts. This significant disparity highlights ongoing issues of inequality within the labor…
East Africa's Hunger Crisis Nears Catastrophic Levels as Food Insecurity Worsens
The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) has sounded an alarm over the escalating hunger crisis in East Africa, with the number of people facing high levels of acute food insecurity across six countries i…
Mwakilishi News Bulletin - Midday Edition, Thursday 24 September 2026
This bulletin covers diaspora voting, Kenyan milk shortages, and tensions in Ethiopia.
Sakaja Gives Engineers 14 Days to Complete Nairobi Flood Works
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has given engineers and contractors 14 days to complete critical drainage and road works ahead of heavy rains associated with the anticipated El Niño weather pattern.The directive cover…
EACC Targets City Hall Officials in Sh407 Million Corruption Scandal
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has revealed the names of several officials and firms implicated in a major corruption scandal involving Sh407 million at City Hall. The announcement has drawn signific…
U.N. Live Updates: Abbas Criticizes Israeli Attacks and Failure of Gaza Peace Plan
At the United Nations, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas delivered a scathing critique of Israeli actions in the West Bank, labeling them as settler violence and condemning the ongoing aggression. This statement com…
Kenya Faces Sh4.5 Billion TB Funding Gap as Donor Support Dwindles
Kenya is currently facing a significant funding gap of Sh4.5 billion for tuberculosis (TB) control efforts as donor support diminishes, posing a serious threat to public health and the lives of thousands of individual…
3,300 Arrested as Kenya Intensifies Crackdown on Illegal Alcohol and Drugs
Kenya has stepped up its crackdown on illicit alcohol and narcotics, with authorities moving to seize and forfeit assets linked to the trade.Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen said more than 3,300 people ha…
Kenyans in Egypt Face Discrimination and Exploitation Risks, Report Says
Kenyan citizens in Egypt face discrimination, limited access to formal employment and increased risks of exploitation and sexual and gender-based violence, according to a report tabled before Kenya’s National Assembly…
U.S. Congress Extends AGOA Through 2028, A Critical Victory for African Trade
The United States Congress has announced the extension of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) through December 31, 2028, marking a significant victory for trade relations between the United States and Sub-Sa…
Kajiado Landowners Get Relief as Court Suspends Land Rates Collection
The Environment and Land Court has suspended the collection of land rates on freehold and leasehold properties in Kajiado County pending the hearing and determination of a petition challenging the legality of the Kaji…
Maraga Calls for Stronger, Independent Institutions During Minnesota Visit
Former Chief Justice David Maraga has called for stronger and more independent institutions in Kenya during a visit to the Minnesota State Capitol in St Paul.Maraga, who is on a political tour of the United States, wa…