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Nearly 9,000 killed in Israeli attacks on Lebanon since 2023
In a protracted conflict that has escalated since 2023, Israeli military actions in Lebanon have resulted in the deaths of nearly 9,000 individuals, highlighting a devastating humanitarian crisis in the region. The re…
Kenyans in Russia, Belarus and Kazakhstan Urged to Maintain Contact With Embassy
Kenyan Embassy urges citizens in Russia, Belarus and Kazakhstan to registerKenya’s diplomatic mission in Moscow has urged Kenyans in Russia, Belarus and Kazakhstan to formally register with the Embassy amid concerns a…
Gachagua: I Am Willing to Be Sifuna’s Running Mate in 2027
Democracy for Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua has said he would be willing to deputise Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna if political calculations show that Sifuna is best placed to defeat President William Ruto in…
Two Women Arrested at JKIA Over Alleged Gold Smuggling to Dubai
Two women have been arrested at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) for allegedly attempting to smuggle gold to Dubai.The suspects were intercepted on Friday, 4 September, during a joint operation involving sev…
Orengo, Sifuna Meet to Ease Tensions Over Linda Mwananchi Ticket
Siaya Governor James Orengo and Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna met in Nairobi on Friday for lunch in an effort to ease tensions within the Linda Mwananchi movement over Orengo’s presidential ambitions.The meeting, which…
KWS Plans to Relocate 50 Crocodiles Amid Rising Attacks at Lake Baringo
The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has announced plans to relocate 50 crocodiles identified as ‘rogue’ following an increase in attacks around Lake Baringo. The decision comes in response to growing concerns over public…
Tragic Accident Claims Five Lives on Nakuru-Eldoret Highway
Five individuals have been killed and eight others injured in a tragic accident on the Nakuru-Eldoret highway in Kenya. The incident occurred when a matatu, a public minibus commonly used for transportation, crashed i…
Ololokwe chopper crash: Probe digs into victims’ movements, aircraft history
A tragic helicopter crash occurred in Ololokwe, Kenya, prompting an urgent investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident. The probe is focusing on the movements of the victims as well as the history of…
DHS Announces New Fee on H-1B Petitions, Affecting African Professionals
The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced the implementation of a new fee on H-1B petitions, a move that could significantly impact African professionals, including many Kenyans working in…
Ethiopia Connects Climate Solutions From Field To Factory
In Ethiopia, efforts to tackle the challenges posed by unpredictable rainfall are gaining momentum through innovative climate solutions being implemented from farms to factories. Researchers in the country are focusin…
Zimbabwe: Govt to Procure More Boats After Kariba Ferry Tragedy
The government of Zimbabwe has announced plans to enhance the safety and availability of water transport on Lake Kariba following a recent ferry tragedy that underscored the risks associated with overcrowding. The tra…
US and Iran trade retaliatory attacks on ships as conflict flares
In a significant escalation of tensions, the United States and Iran have engaged in retaliatory attacks on maritime vessels, marking another flare-up in their longstanding conflict. The United States reported targetin…
Mwakilishi News Bulletin - Evening Edition, Saturday 05 September 2026
The bulletin covers diaspora risks, immigration changes, Kenya's metro project and sports triumphs.
Putin Meets Witkoff and Kushner in Moscow to Discuss Ukraine War
In a significant diplomatic engagement, Russian President Vladimir V. Putin hosted a meeting in Moscow with Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, envoys of U.S. President Donald Trump, to discuss the ongoing conflict in Uk…
DHS Proposes Rule to Halt Work Authorization for H-1B Spouses
The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced a new rule proposal that aims to stop granting work authorizations to spouses of H-1B visa holders. This policy change, which is currently under re…
USCIS Reinstates Neighborhood Investigations for Citizenship Applicants, Impacting African Immigrants
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced the reinstatement of neighborhood investigations for individuals applying for U.S. citizenship, a move that could significantly affect Afric…
US envoys meet Putin in Moscow for Ukraine talks
In a significant diplomatic development, U.S. envoys have arrived in Moscow to engage in talks aimed at resolving the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The meeting, taking place in the Russian capital, involves Steve Witko…
Dangote Refinery Sets IPO Price At $0.40 Per Share After SEC Approval
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery, a key player in Nigeria's oil industry, has taken a significant step towards public ownership with the announcement of its initial public offering (IPO) price. Approval from Nigeria's S…
Thousands of Kenyan Jobs Saved as Trump Extends Agoa to 2028
US President Donald Trump has approved a two-year extension of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (Agoa), securing duty-free access to the American market for Kenya’s textile and apparel exporters until the end of…
Standard Editor Alex Kiprotich Records Statement Over Alleged Abduction
Standard Group Associate Editor Alex Kiprotich has recorded a statement with the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) over his alleged abduction on the Nakuru–Gilgil highway.Mr Kiprotich appeared at the DCI So…