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Mwakilishi News Bulletin - Evening Edition, Sunday 23 August 2026
Today's bulletin covers global AI concerns, US debt, and expanded Kenyan diaspora voting.
Tragedy Strikes as Landfill Collapse Claims 30 Lives in Guinea’s Capital
A catastrophic landfill collapse in Conakry, the capital of Guinea, has resulted in the deaths of at least 30 individuals following heavy overnight rains. The incident occurred at a major waste site where a significan…
Ruto: Uhuru Has Never Accepted 2022 Election Defeat
President William Ruto has accused former president Uhuru Kenyatta of refusing to accept his defeat in the 2022 election and of continuing to interfere in opposition politics.Speaking at State House, Ruto said Uhuru’s…
Equity Bank Offers New Commercial Financing Options for Kenyan Diaspora to Build Wealth at Home
Equity Bank has unveiled a new array of commercial financing options aimed at allowing members of the Kenyan diaspora to invest and build wealth back home. This initiative, announced on August 23, 2026, seeks to lever…
Global Economic Shocks Cut Kenyan Remittances, Straining Families Back Home
As global economic conditions deteriorate, Kenyan families are facing increasing hardship due to a significant drop in remittances from the diaspora. According to the latest quarterly report from the Central Bank of K…
OpenAI Temporarily Slows AI Training After Security Breach Incident
OpenAI, the prominent artificial intelligence research laboratory, has announced a temporary slowdown in its AI training processes following a recent incident involving a security breach. The company, known for its de…
US National Debt Tops $40 Trillion Amid Economic Challenges
The United States' national debt has surpassed the staggering milestone of $40 trillion, a figure that represents a doubling over the past decade. This development comes in the wake of increased borrowing spurred by c…
Mwakilishi News Bulletin - Midday Edition, Sunday 23 August 2026
The bulletin covers political shifts, diaspora voting expansion, and tragic incidents affecting Kenyans abroad.
Wamboka Urges Key Leaders to Support Sifuna in Political Landscape Shift
Political analyst Wamboka has called on prominent Kenyan leaders Kalonzo Musyoka, Rigathi Gachagua, and Fred Matiang'i to rally behind Edwin Sifuna as the political landscape in Kenya shifts ahead of the 2027 General…
Kenyan-Born Doctor Opens US Clinic to Help Underserved Patients in Washington
Geoffrey Mwangi, a Kenyan-born healthcare practitioner, opened Asante Health in Spokane, Washington, on 15 July 2024 to improve access to healthcare for underserved patients.Mwangi grew up in Kagaa village near Ol Kal…
Four Farmers Arrested Over Cyanide Poisoning of 18 Amboseli Elephants
Four farmers have been arrested in connection with the suspected poisoning of elephants in the Amboseli ecosystem, where 18 animals have died and another remains critically ill under veterinary care.The suspects, thre…
Dave Bautista Takes on Iconic Role as Kratos in New God of War Adaptation
In a highly anticipated casting announcement, Dave Bautista has been confirmed as the new star of the upcoming adaptation of the popular video game series God of War. The former professional wrestler and seasoned acto…
Kenya Embassy in Riyadh to Host Question Time for Kenyans in Saudi Arabia
The Embassy of Kenya in Riyadh will host a one-hour Question Time session for Kenyans living and working in Saudi Arabia, giving citizens an opportunity to raise concerns and seek guidance from embassy officials.The a…
Kenyan-Born 20-Year-Old Dies in Fatal Alabama Crash on His Way to Work
A 20-year-old Kenyan-born man, George N. Mathu, died on 14 August after his vehicle overturned and caught fire on Interstate 459 in Vestavia Hills, Alabama, while he was driving to work.According to the Jefferson Coun…
Kenyan Mother Demands Answers After 19-Year-Old Son Dies in Spanish Prison
A Kenyan mother living in Spain is seeking an independent autopsy and answers over the death of her 19-year-old son in prison on 13 August 2026.The family alleges that the young man died from smoke inhalation while be…
Uhuru Dismisses Claims He Is Funding Opposition
Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta has denied financing or directing opposition activities against President William Ruto’s administration, saying he has left active politics and that Kenyans will decide who leads the c…
Overloaded Boat Capsizes in Nigeria, Leaving Villagers in Mourning
A tragic incident in Nigeria has left a community reeling after an overloaded boat capsized, resulting in the loss of multiple lives. Villagers from the coastal region gathered to bury the bodies of their loved ones…
Uhuru Kenyatta Receives Warm Welcome at Kijana Wamalwa Memorial in Kitale
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta was met with an enthusiastic reception during the Kijana Wamalwa memorial service held in Kitale, a significant political event that resonated emotionally with many attendees. The memor…
IEBC Expands Kenyan Diaspora Voting to 26 Countries for 2027 Elections
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) of Kenya has announced a significant expansion in the voting rights of Kenyans living abroad, increasing the number of countries where they can vote from 12 t…
Mwakilishi News Bulletin - Evening Edition, Saturday 22 August 2026
Today's bulletin covers international tragedies, legal battles, and significant global developments.