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White House Plan to End H-1B Grace Period Approved, Impacting Kenyan Professionals
The White House has approved a significant change to the H-1B visa policy, eliminating the 60-day grace period for workers under this program, a move that could have profound implications for Kenyan and other African…
Renegade Soldiers Attack Presidential Palace and Airport in Niger
In a significant escalation of military unrest, renegade soldiers in Niger launched coordinated attacks on key sites in the capital, Niamey, including the presidential palace and a major airport. The Nigerien defense…
Mwakilishi News Bulletin - Evening Edition, Saturday 29 August 2026
The bulletin covers diaspora safety, immigration changes, and notable events in Kenya and globally.
COTU Treasurer General Albert Njeru Obed dies after short illness
Albert Njeru Obed, the Treasurer General of the Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU), has died after a short illness. The announcement was made in Nairobi, Kenya, where he had been receiving medical attention p…
Gaza runs out of cancer medicines, as Israeli strikes continue
The humanitarian situation in Gaza has reached a critical point as Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital officials reported a complete depletion of cancer medications amid ongoing Israeli airstrikes. The shortage of essential medi…
Kenyan Businesses Brace for Increased Costs as WhatsApp Discontinues Free Messaging
Kenyan businesses are facing a significant challenge as WhatsApp, a widely used messaging platform, has announced the discontinuation of free messaging services. This change is expected to impact many small and medium…
Saudi Arabia Restricts Foreign Worker Visas as Companies Face New Quotas
Saudi Arabia has introduced new limits on instant work visas for private-sector employers, with the number available to a company now linked to its age and, in some cases, its Nitaqat classification.The revised rules…
Somali piracy surges as the impact of the US-Iran war ripples outwards
The resurgence of piracy off the Somali coast has raised alarms as two ships were seized within a span of four days last week, escalating the total number of attacks to at least 13 since the beginning of the year. Thi…
Trump hails 'historic' deal for US to control 65bn barrels of Venezuela's oil
In a significant development for both Venezuela and the United States, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a 'historic' agreement that allows the United States to control 65 billion barrels of Venezuelan oil. This a…
Mwakilishi News Bulletin - Midday Edition, Saturday 29 August 2026
Today's bulletin covers diaspora safety issues, Kenyan and world events, and tax changes for creators.
Africa Brought Deals to Washington - The Test is Whether the Money Moves
Washington, DC - The inaugural Africa Business Investment Summit, held in Washington, DC, has set an ambitious target of $500 million in structured commitments, aiming to bridge the investment gap between Africa and i…
Kenyan Truck Drivers Suspend South Sudan Operations After Fresh Attacks
Kenyan truck drivers have been advised to suspend operations in South Sudan after a driver was allegedly abducted and assaulted by security personnel along the Juba–Wau route.The Long Distance Drivers and Conductors A…
Why KCB Manager Rosemary Koech Was Buried at Night
The burial of KCB Bank senior manager Rosemary Chemutai Koech has triggered a legal dispute between her parents and her estranged husband over who had the right to decide where she would be laid to rest.Rosemary, 40…
Kenya: Wetangula - Politicians Cannot Choose the 'Referee' Ahead of 2027 Polls
In Nairobi, Kenya's National Assembly Speaker, Moses Wetangula, has issued a stern warning to political leaders attempting to interfere with the operations of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC)…
NACADA Conducts Major Crackdown on Counterfeit Alcohol in Jericho, Nairobi, Leading to Arrests
The National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) has made significant strides in combating counterfeit alcohol, arresting three individuals during a recent operation in Jericho, Nairobi…
Zimbabwe minibus carrying church members crashes, killing at least 27
A tragic accident occurred in Zimbabwe when a minibus transporting church members was involved in a collision that resulted in the deaths of at least 27 individuals. The incident took place as a truck overtook another…
Ruto Increases Police Constable Pay Amid Security Reforms
Nairobi, Kenya -- President William Ruto has announced a significant increase in the entry-level basic salary for police constables, raising it from Sh21,645 to Sh29,360. This adjustment comes as part of the governmen…
Google to Deduct 5% Tax From YouTube Earnings of Kenyan Creators
Google will deduct a 5 percent withholding tax from YouTube earnings paid to creators with AdSense accounts registered in Kenya, starting with September 2026 revenue paid in October.The deduction is being introduced t…
Ruto’s Housing Programme Builds Momentum as 274,000 Homes Rise Across Kenya
Kenya’s affordable housing programme completed 7,148 residential units in 2025, while more than 274,000 additional homes were under construction by August 2026.The figures highlight a sharp increase in construction ac…
Kenya Airways Crowned Africa’s Leading Airline in 2026 World Travel Awards
Kenya Airways has won four awards at the 2026 World Travel Awards in Zanzibar, including Africa’s Leading Airline, as the national carrier strengthens its position in the continent’s competitive aviation market.The ai…