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International Students Must Now Show More Money to Study in Canada
International students applying for a Canadian study permit must now show more money for living expenses, with the new requirement taking effect on 1 September 2026.A single applicant must demonstrate access to CAN$23…
Kenya Maps Flood Hotspots Ahead of El Niño Rains
Kenya has intensified preparations for the October–December (OND) rains, with authorities warning of above-normal rainfall and a potentially very strong El Niño event.The Ministry of Interior and National Administrati…
Oburu Oginga Discharged, Says His Health Has Stabilised
ODM leader Dr Oburu Oginga has been discharged from a Nairobi hospital and is recuperating at home after being admitted twice in August.The 83-year-old politician confirmed on Monday evening that he had been discharge…
Kenya Airways Resumes Flights After Strike, Offers Free Rebooking
Kenya Airways has begun restoring its flight schedules after an air traffic control strike disrupted operations, allowing affected passengers to rebook without paying additional charges.The airline said on Tuesday tha…
Trumpets of reforms blow louder as Kenya marks 16 years under 2010 Constitution
Kenya's journey under the 2010 Constitution is under renewed scrutiny as the nation marks 16 years since the landmark document was promulgated. The Constitution of Kenya, 2010, hailed as one of the most progressive in…
Violence Erupts During Orengo's Impromptu Tour in Migori as Vehicle is Torched
In Migori County, Kenya, an impromptu tour by politician Orengo was abruptly disrupted when his vehicle was set ablaze amid escalating tensions. The incident has drawn significant attention, highlighting the ongoing v…
Two women die as boat carrying tourists capsizes off Watamu
Two women tragically lost their lives when a boat carrying tourists capsized off the coast of Watamu, Kenya. The incident occurred in this popular tourist destination, known for its beautiful beaches and vibrant marin…
Kenya: KNCHR Warns Enforced Disappearances Remain a 'Continuing' Human Rights Crisis in Kenya
The Kenyan National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) has raised alarm over the persistent issue of enforced disappearances within the country, spotlighting it as an ongoing human rights crisis. As of September 2026…
Trump Administration Proposes Rule to Strip Work Rights from H-1B Spouses, Affecting Kenyan Families
The Trump administration has proposed a new rule that would strip the right to work from spouses of H-1B visa holders, a move that could significantly impact Kenyan diaspora families in the United States who depend on…
Kenya: Rwandair Cancels Nairobi Flights Again Amid Air Traffic Control Issues
Nairobi, Kenya -- RwandAir has announced the cancellation of its flights to and from Nairobi for the second consecutive day, citing ongoing operational constraints affecting air traffic control services at Jomo Kenyat…
Kenya's Tourism CS Miano Dismisses Claims of Attack as 'Fake'
Tourism and Wildlife Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano has publicly refuted social media reports claiming she was attacked on her way to work. The assertion, which circulated widely on various platforms, was labeled as…
Significant Disruption at JKIA as Aviation Workers Initiate Go-Slow
Chaos erupted at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) in Nairobi, Kenya, as staff from the Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) and the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) commenced a go-slow action. This disrup…
Mwakilishi News Bulletin - Evening Edition, Monday 31 August 2026
This bulletin covers diaspora engagement, immigration rulings, and global news including the Tupac trial.
Samburu Elders Unite to Promote Girls' Education and Combat Harmful Practices
In a significant development in Samburu County, Kenya, local elders have come together to endorse girls' education and declare a concerted effort against harmful practices such as child marriage. This initiative marks…
Cancer Drug Prices Set to Decrease Following Pfizer Deal Announcement by Ruto
Cancer drug prices are expected to drop significantly following an announcement made by President William Ruto regarding a new deal with pharmaceutical giant Pfizer. This development is anticipated to have a major imp…
Ruto Launches Sh4 Billion Malaba Smart City Initiative as Teso Supports His Re-election
President William Ruto has unveiled a Sh4 billion Malaba Smart City plan aimed at transforming the region's infrastructure and economic landscape. The announcement was made in Malaba, a town located at the border betw…
Virginia Mwaura: The Kenyan Nurse Investing Her Diaspora Success in Healing Lives
Virginia Mwaura, a paediatric nurse who built her career in the United States, has converted her four-bedroom family home in Njoro, Nakuru County, into a rehabilitation centre for people struggling with alcoholism, su…
Kenyan Immigrant in Canada Builds Support Network for Vulnerable Women
Nicolete Ngaruiya, a Kenyan immigrant in Canada, has built an organisation supporting women facing abuse, isolation, housing difficulties and economic hardship.Ngaruiya was 20 when she left Nairobi for Canada in 2016…
32 Kenyan Families to Receive Sh11 Billion in Ethiopian Airlines Crash Compensation
A total of 32 families in Kenya are set to receive a compensation payout of Sh11 billion following the tragic crash of Ethiopian Airlines Flight ET302, which occurred on March 10, 2019. This incident resulted in the l…
Mwakilishi News Bulletin - Midday Edition, Monday 31 August 2026
The bulletin covers diaspora voting, US immigration changes, and Nepal's flood crisis.