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IEBC Warns Aspirants: No Campaigning Before May 29, 2027
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has warned political aspirants against campaigning before the official period begins on 29 May 2027.IEBC Chairperson Erastus Ethekon said candidates may only…
Kenyan High Court Halts Extradition of Three Suspects to the U.S. Amid Legal Challenge
The High Court of Kenya has temporarily suspended the extradition of three Kenyan nationals to the United States, where they were set to stand trial for alleged involvement in a multi-million dollar tax fraud scheme…
Mwakilishi News Bulletin - Midday Edition, Thursday 20 August 2026
Today's news covers global tragedies, Kenyan food security measures, and innovative climate trials.
Trump Launches Economic Isolation Campaign Against Iran
In a significant escalation of U.S. foreign policy, President Donald Trump announced a new campaign aimed at economically isolating Iran, marking a renewed effort to pressure the Middle Eastern nation. Speaking from t…
Gaza Holds Mass Funeral for 50 Palestinians Amid Ongoing Conflict
Gaza City witnessed a heart-wrenching mass funeral on Tuesday, as thousands gathered to mourn the loss of 50 Palestinians killed in what many are calling a genocidal war initiated by Israel. The funeral, attended by g…
Germany Seeks Foreign Workers for More Than 1,300 Transport and Logistics Jobs
Germany is advertising more than 1,300 jobs in transport and logistics as it seeks to address a growing shortage of professional drivers and other skilled workers.The vacancies are listed on the official Make it in Ge…
Kenyan Woman Denied Canada Visa Despite Employment, Property and UK Travel History
A Kenyan woman has expressed her disappointment after Canada rejected her tourist visa application, forcing her to abandon plans for a three-week holiday in September.The refusal, issued in early August, came despite…
Kenyans in South Korea Gather in Busan for Annual Sun and Sand Retreat
Kenyans living in South Korea gathered in Busan over the weekend for the annual Sun and Sand Summer Retreat, organised by the Kenyan Community in Korea.The retreat brought together participants from different parts of…
Ex-Zambian Minister Killed in Security Raid on Opposition
In a shocking development, former Zambian minister Mutotwe Kafwaya was killed during a security raid targeting opposition members in Lusaka. The police confirmed his death amidst escalating political tensions in the c…
Kenya to Establish Six Diaspora Resource Centres to Aid Citizens Abroad
In a significant move aimed at bolstering support for its citizens abroad, the Kenyan government has announced plans to establish six diaspora resource centres across various global locations. This initiative, confirm…
Super El Niño Triggers Concerns as Kenya, Somalia, and Ethiopia Prepare for Heavy Rains
As the phenomenon known as Super El Niño approaches, Kenya, Somalia, and Ethiopia brace for potentially torrential rains that could have significant implications for millions of people in the region. Meteorological fo…
Pope Leo XIV Names Kenyan Lucy Esipila Vatican Consultor
Lucy Esipila, Regional Coordinator and Regional Executive Secretary of Caritas Africa, has been appointed a Consultor to a key Vatican humanitarian body, with her five-year term beginning on 1 September 2026.Esipila i…
Kenyan-born Huldah Momanyi Wins DFL Endorsement in Minnesota Senate Race
Huldah Momanyi Hiltsley has secured the endorsement of Minnesota’s Democratic-Farmer-Labor (DFL) Party for Senate District 38A after winning a vote at a local party unit meeting.Hiltsley, who won the DFL primary on 11…
Ecuador Intelligence Chief and Miami Business Leaders Killed in Samburu Crash
Seven people, including a Kenyan pilot and an Ecuadorian intelligence chief, were killed when a helicopter crashed on Mount Ololokwe in Samburu County on the morning of 19 August.The victims included Kenyan pilot Josh…
Gachagua Accuses Senior Officials of Plotting to Disrupt His Narok Visit
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused senior government officials of organising violence to disrupt his planned visit to Emurua Dikirr in Narok County on Friday.In a letter to Inspector General of Polic…
Kenyan Woman Allegedly Attacks Five Children in Uganda, Killing Two After Marital Dispute
Two children have died and three others are critically injured after their mother allegedly attacked all five inside their home in Kampala.The incident occurred at about 4am on Thursday, 24 July, at a residence in Kal…
Over 100 Dead in Landslide at Gold Mine in Central African Republic
A devastating landslide at a gold mine in the Central African Republic (CAR) near the border with Cameroon has claimed the lives of more than 100 individuals, as rescue efforts continue in the area. An official confir…
Majority of Nairobi Residents Identify High Cost of Living as Primary Concern, Tifa Survey Reveals
A recent survey conducted by Tifa Research has revealed that 81% of Nairobi residents consider the high cost of living as their foremost concern. This statistic underscores the pressing economic challenges faced by ma…
Meru Farmers Take Vervet Monkey Crisis to Parliament Amid Rising Crop Losses
Farmers from Meru County have taken their grievances to Parliament, seeking government intervention over significant crop losses attributed to vervet monkeys. The farmers argue that the increasing monkey population is…
Surge in Secondhand Book Sales Raises Questions About AI Training Practices
In a surprising twist in the literary world, secondhand book sales have surged globally, driven by mysterious bulk purchases that industry insiders believe are linked to artificial intelligence development. This pheno…