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Kenyan Entrepreneur Secures Major Maize Deal in Zambia Worth Sh26 Billion
Henry Mwingirwa, a Kenyan entrepreneur, has emerged as a pivotal figure in a significant maize deal in Zambia valued at Sh26 billion. This transaction is expected to have substantial implications for both the Zambian…
US Court Overturns End of Automatic EAD Extensions for H-1B Spouses
A U.S. federal court has overturned a decision to end automatic Employment Authorization Document (EAD) extensions for spouses of H-1B visa holders in a case that could impact thousands, including African immigrants r…
Mwakilishi News Bulletin - Midday Edition, Monday 14 September 2026
The bulletin covers diaspora issues, immigration updates, Kenyan news, world events, and real estate trends.
Kenya Police Warns Against Political Tensions as 2027 Polls Loom
As Kenya approaches its 2027 General Election, authorities are raising alarms over the potential for political tensions to escalate into violence. Deputy Inspector General of Police Douglas Masengeli has cautioned cit…
Nairobi Leads as Prime Office Demand Strengthens Across Africa
Modern Grade A offices are outperforming older buildings across several African cities, with stronger occupancy and more stable rents as businesses increasingly prioritise quality and efficiency.In Nairobi, average oc…
IEBC Announces 2027 Election Date, Sets Deadlines for Candidates and Parties
Kenya will hold its next General Election on 10 August 2027, with the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) setting out deadlines for parties, candidates and public officers ahead of the vote.The date…
EPRA Keeps Fuel Prices Unchanged Until October 15
Fuel prices in Kenya will remain unchanged until 15 October, according to the latest review by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA).In Nairobi, the maximum retail price is Sh214.03 per litre for Super…
Ruto Criticizes Linda Mwananchi Movement's Housing Proposal
In a recent political clash in Nairobi, Kenya's President William Ruto has openly criticized the Linda Mwananchi movement's suggestion to allocate housing units under the Affordable Housing Programme to police officer…
Canada Sets New Rules for Foreign Workers
Canada has outlined the conditions foreign nationals must meet to work legally in the country, including requirements on work permits, renewals and changes in employment.Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (I…
London-Based Kenyan Bonnie Wesh Takes On Illicit Brews in Kiambu
London-based Kenyan businessman Bonnie Wesh has launched a campaign against illicit alcohol as he seeks the Nachu Ward MCA seat in Kiambu County.Wesh is using a petition to county and national authorities, including t…
Kenyan Man Missing in the US for 24 Years as Family Appeals for Help
A Nairobi family is seeking information about their son, Paul Muiruri Ngigi, who disappeared in the United States more than two decades ago.Ngigi, also known as Paul M. Ngigi Kiggo, travelled to California in 2001 to…
US Agency Cracks Down on Stolen Medicines in Kenya, 2 Arrested
Kenyan authorities have arrested two people and closed several pharmacies after a crackdown uncovered stolen, expired and unregistered medicines at 18 premises across the country.The operation was conducted on 14 Sept…
Kenyan Creator Warns of Fake Green Card Email Scam
A Kenyan digital creator has warned social media users about a fraudulent email claiming he had won a US Green Card despite never entering the Diversity Visa Lottery.Eric Mboya shared the warning on Facebook after rec…
Kenyan Man in Nottingham Dies Suddenly After Evening With Family and Friends
David Gitonga, a member of the Kenyan community in Nottingham, died suddenly after going to bed following an evening barbecue and Mugithi celebration.Gitonga had spent the evening with family and friends and showed no…
Edwin Sifuna rides Gen-Z anger as he takes aim at Ruto ahead of 2027
In Nairobi, Edwin Sifuna, a 44-year-old Kenyan senator, is rapidly emerging as a prominent figure challenging President William Ruto as the 2027 elections approach. Sifuna, leveraging the discontent among Generation Z…
Violence Erupts at UDA Event, Leaving One Dead and Vehicles Torched in Embu
Violence erupted during a political event organized by the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) in Embu, Kenya, resulting in the death of one individual and the destruction of several vehicles. The incident marks a troubl…
Niger mutiny exposes growing reliance on Russia
An attempted mutiny in Niger has drawn attention to the country's increasing reliance on Russia, highlighting internal discontent within the military and straining its relations with neighboring states in the Sahel re…
Visa Issue Threatens U.S.-Brazil Cooperation on Crime
In a developing diplomatic challenge, the U.S. administration under President Donald Trump is reportedly hindering Brazil's efforts to enhance cooperation in the fight against transnational crime. The issue stems from…
El Burhan Opposes U.S. Proposal to Extend Arms Embargo on Sudan
In a bold statement reflecting the complex dynamics of international diplomacy, Lt Gen Abdelfattah El Burhan, the commander of the Sudanese Armed Forces and President of the Sovereignty Council, has declared that a Un…
New World Map Makes Africa Look Bigger: What's the Fuss About?
The global cartographic landscape may soon see a significant shift following the United Nations' endorsement of the Equal Earth Projection. This new map projection aims to provide a more accurate representation of the…