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Israel says Hamas security chief captured as strikes kill four during Gaza raid
In a significant military operation in the volatile Gaza region, Israeli forces have announced the capture of the Hamas internal security chief during a targeted raid in Gaza City. The operation, which took place in t…
Killings shock: Police kill at least 3 Kenyans per day
Alarming reports from Nairobi, Kenya, reveal that police forces have been implicated in the deaths of nearly three Kenyans per day over the first four years of President William Ruto's administration. This distressing…
US Bombs Iran; Tehran Retaliates Against Gulf Neighbors and Jordan
The United States has conducted airstrikes in Iran, leading to a significant escalation of tensions in the region. The strikes reportedly targeted locations in Iran, resulting in the deaths of four individuals attendi…
Africa: The Drylands Dividend - the Smart Investment for Powering a Water-Scarce World
In an era marked by increasing water scarcity, the drylands of Africa are emerging as an unexpected source of economic opportunity. Across the Sahel, a region often marred by droughts and desertification, gum arabic a…
Mwakilishi News Bulletin - Evening Edition, Tuesday 01 September 2026
Today's bulletin covers immigration, Kenya, world, and real estate news, with key updates from each section.
UN slashes food aid for occupied West Bank and Gaza amid funding shortfall
The United Nations has announced a significant reduction in food aid to the occupied West Bank and Gaza, highlighting a deepening crisis exacerbated by a severe funding shortfall. The UN's World Food Programme (WFP) h…
Zimbabweans Abroad Raise Alarm Over Political, Economic and Human Rights Crisis
Zimbabweans residing outside the country are expressing growing concern over the deteriorating political, economic, and human rights situation within Zimbabwe. Recent reports indicate that these expatriates are increa…
Green Card Holder with Stage 4 Cancer Detained by ICE Sparks Humanitarian Concerns
The detention of 76-year-old Green Card holder Joseph Mwangi in a Tacoma ICE facility has raised significant humanitarian concerns, particularly affecting African diaspora communities in the United States. Mwangi, who…
Kenya’s Milk Supplies Fall 3.7% as Dry Weather Cuts Production
Milk supplies have tightened in some parts of Kenya, with the Kenya Dairy Board (KDB) reporting reduced availability of some brands and pack sizes.Formal milk deliveries to processors fell by 3.7 percent, from 84.4 mi…
U.S. Launches Strikes in Iran Targeting IRGC
The United States has launched military strikes in Iran, specifically targeting the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC). The strikes were confirmed by U.S. Central Command, which did not provide detailed informa…
U.S. Sanctions on Iran Cut Off Students From Tests Needed for Study Abroad
Iranian students aspiring to further their education abroad are facing significant challenges due to the latest round of U.S. sanctions that have led to the cancellation of critical English proficiency and graduate ex…
US Moves to End 60-Day Grace Period for Foreign Workers
The US government is considering scrapping the discretionary 60-day grace period that allows certain foreign workers to remain in the country after their employment ends.The proposal has been reviewed by the Office of…
The Hidden Rules Kenyan Homeowners Face in Gated Estates
Homeowners in Kenya’s gated estates can face restrictions on changes to their properties, including repainting, installing carports, keeping pets and listing homes on platforms such as Airbnb.The rules can also cover…
Google to Deduct 5% Tax From Kenyan YouTubers
Google will begin withholding 5 per cent tax from advertising revenue earned by Kenyan YouTube creators, with creators required to submit their Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) PINs through AdSense from October.Creators…
Mwakilishi News Bulletin - Midday Edition, Tuesday 01 September 2026
Immigration changes and turmoil in Kenya's aviation sector dominate today's diaspora news bulletin.
AI could cause global economic downturn, Andrew Bailey warns G20
The governor of the Bank of England, Andrew Bailey, has issued a stark warning to leaders of the world's largest economies about the potential for artificial intelligence (AI) to trigger a global economic downturn. Sp…
Ruth Muthoni Claims Victimhood in Equity Bank Heist Case
Ruth Muthoni has publicly declared that she is a victim of extortion rather than the mastermind behind the recent Equity Bank heist. This statement comes amid a high-profile investigation into the robbery that has cap…
Russian attack hits rail workers in new deadly strikes on Kyiv
In a renewed wave of aggression, Russian forces have launched deadly strikes on Kyiv, the Ukrainian capital, inflicting significant casualties and further escalating the ongoing conflict. According to Ukrainian offici…
How Can Twins Have Different Parents? A Fertility Expert Explains.
A Gold Coast surrogate has given birth to twins who have no genetic connection, in a rare case that has raised complex legal questions in Queensland.The 27-year-old woman, who already has five children, had agreed to…
Omanyala Misses Diamond League Final for Second Straight Year
Kenyan sprinter Ferdinand Omanyala has ended his 2026 season early after a stress fracture in his left heel ruled him out of the Diamond League final in Brussels and the inaugural World Athletics Ultimate Championship…