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Kenyan-Born Woman Pleads Insanity in Fatal Tacoma, Washington Crash Case
A Kenyan-born woman has entered an insanity plea in a United States court following a fatal car crash in Tacoma, Washington. The incident, which occurred in late 2025, resulted in the death of one individual and has s…
U.S., Iran Struggle to Reach Agreement as Cease-Fire Deadline Passes
The United States and Iran have failed to meet the deadline for a broad agreement meant to end the ongoing conflict and address Iran's nuclear program, sparking concerns over increasing regional instability. The discu…
AI Initiative Aims to Curb Aviation’s Climate Impact Through Innovative Trials
In an ambitious effort to mitigate aviation's environmental footprint, the United Kingdom has launched a groundbreaking trial employing artificial intelligence to minimize the formation of condensation trails, commonl…
Mwakilishi News Bulletin - Evening Edition, Wednesday 19 August 2026
Today's bulletin covers a tragic helicopter crash in Kenya, stadium updates, and diaspora protection efforts.
U.S. and Iran Edge Toward Deadline in Nuclear Talks Amid Rising Tensions
In a tense standoff that echoes past diplomatic strife, the United States and Iran are on the brink of surpassing a critical deadline set to negotiate terms surrounding Iran’s nuclear program. As the deadline looms, b…
Ecuador Intelligence Chief, Wife and Five Americans Killed in Kenya Crash
Seven people, including Ecuador’s intelligence chief Michele Sensi-Contugi, his wife Stephany Hollihan and five US citizens, were killed when a helicopter crashed in northern Kenya on Wednesday morning.The crash occur…
Raila Odinga International Stadium Reaches 93% Completion Ahead of AFCON 2027
The Raila Odinga International Stadium is now more than 93 percent complete, according to Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya, who inspected the facility this week.The 60,000-seat stadium is being prepared as one of…
Kenya Schools to Observe 8am to 3:30pm Learning Hours, Ogamba Says
Kenya’s Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has reaffirmed that the official learning day in schools runs from 8am to 3:30pm, with co-curricular activities continuing until 4:45pm.Speaking in Parliament on 19 Au…
Mwakilishi News Bulletin - Midday Edition, Wednesday 19 August 2026
Today's bulletin covers international diplomacy, a tragic helicopter crash in Kenya, and legal changes affecting Ethiopians in the US.
Carney Strives for Trade Harmony as US-Canada Deal Deadline Nears
With the trade deadline rapidly approaching, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is facing a pivotal moment in negotiations with U.S. President Donald Trump's administration, as both nations seek to avoid fresh tariff…
US-Based Kenyans to Press Gachagua, Maraga on LGBTQ Rights Ahead of 2027
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and former Chief Justice David Maraga are planning visits to US cities between September and October 2026 as they seek support from Kenyans living abroad ahead of Kenya’s 2027…
Nyoro Tells Leaders to Reconcile With Gachagua Before Joining PPK
Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has warned that the People’s Party of Kenya (PPK) will not admit politicians seeking to escape past controversies, saying prospective members must first make amends with leaders they have previo…
How Over 5,000 Ethiopians Lost Legal Protection to Live and Work in the US
A federal judge in Boston has cleared the way for the Trump administration to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for more than 5,000 Ethiopians living in the United States.US District Judge Brian Murphy’s decision o…
Kenyan Lawyer-Turned-Entrepreneur Builds Tech Company From Estonia
A Kenyan lawyer-turned-entrepreneur, Michael Opondo, has made Estonia the European base of his growing technology company, Kontorva.Opondo began his career in Nairobi’s legal sector, working with organisations that mo…
Kenya Reaffirms Commitment to Protecting Kenyans Living Abroad
Kenya’s State Department for Diaspora Affairs has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting the rights and welfare of citizens living and working abroad.The department’s Welfare and Rights Division held a re-tooling and…
Helicopter Crashes at Mt Ololokwe in Samburu, Seven Feared Dead
A helicopter crashed at Mt Ololokwe in Samburu County on Wednesday morning, with several people feared dead after the aircraft went down in a remote and rugged area of the mountain.The Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (…
Victoria Mutiso Murder: Two Granted Bail as Mother, Brother Remain in Custody
The High Court has granted bail to two suspects linked to the killing of psychiatrist Dr Victoria Mutiso, while her mother and brother remain in custody as prosecutors await directions from the Office of the Director…
US Universities Challenge New Visa Rules for International Students
A coalition of universities and labour organisations has filed a legal challenge against a US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) rule that would change visa conditions for international students and exchange visito…
Meta's Zuckerberg Joins Big Tech Leaders in AI Manifesto Trend
In a growing trend among technology leaders, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has joined the ranks of big tech figures by releasing an extensive manifesto on the future of artificial intelligence (AI). As AI continues to rede…
Pentagon to Cut South Korea Military Exercises Amid Tensions Over Iran Strategy
In a strategic pivot that has sparked global debate, U.S. President Donald Trump has directed the Pentagon to significantly reduce military exercises with South Korea, following criticism over the lack of South Korean…