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Nairobi High-Rise Rules Face Supreme Court Challenge
Kenya’s Supreme Court has reserved its decision in a dispute over a proposed 16-storey apartment development in Lavington, Nairobi, with the case centred on which zoning rules applied when the project was approved.A f…
Kenyan Woman Tells Court She Saw Paul Mackenzie Turn Into a Snake
A witness in the trial of preacher Paul Mackenzie has told a Kenyan court that she saw him apparently transform into a snake before the creature bit her husband and disappeared into a hole.The woman, identified as L.A…
Europe Faces Economic Strain as Heat Wave Intensifies
Europe is bracing for another intense heat wave, with high temperature warnings issued across western, central, and southern regions. The heat dome phenomenon has sparked concerns over its potential impact on the cont…
Kenyan Man Found Guilty of Murdering Partner in UK
A Kenyan man has been convicted in London of murdering his partner after an investigation uncovered a pattern of abuse within their relationship.Alvin Gitahi, 43, of Uxbridge Road, Ealing, was found guilty at Southwar…
Naivasha Retreat: Ruto, Oburu to Lead UDA-ODM Talks on 2027 Power Deal
President William Ruto and ODM leader Oburu Odinga are set to lead a three-day retreat in Naivasha from Sunday, bringing together governors, deputy governors and MPs from the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and the O…
Kenyan Automotive Technician Returns Home After Struggling to Find Work in Italy
Kenyan automotive technician Sheilanne Chabi has returned home from Italy after struggling to secure work in Europe, taking up a new role as Executive Director at CAC & Accessories in Syokimau.Chabi holds a Bachelor’s…
Massachusetts Authorities Seek Family of Kenyan Man Who Died in Boston
Authorities in Massachusetts are seeking relatives of Kenyan national Joachim “Jimmy” Waweru Nganga, who died in Boston nearly three weeks ago. His remains are being held by state officials pending contact with a fami…
Kenyan Families Targeted by ‘Death Brokers’ Promising Millions in Russia-Ukraine War Compensation
Kenyan families seeking information about relatives recruited to fight for Russia in Ukraine are being approached by intermediaries offering large compensation payments, despite providing little evidence of official a…
Helicopter Crash Halts Utah Wildfire Efforts Amid Global Climate Challenges
A tragic helicopter crash has claimed the lives of a pilot and crew member as they were battling the ongoing wildfires in Utah, raising concerns about the increasing frequency and intensity of wildfires exacerbated by…
Artificial Noses: Machines Trained to Rival Dogs’ Superior Sense of Smell
In an era where technological advances are rapidly transforming various sectors, scientists are making significant strides in the development of artificial olfactory systems, often referred to as 'electronic noses.' T…
Kosovo Parliament Erupts in Chaos as Opposition MP Hurls Eggs at Acting Prime Minister
Tensions escalated dramatically in Kosovo's legislature on Monday when opposition MP Time Kadrijaj of the Alliance party launched eggs at Acting Prime Minister Albin Kurti. The incident unfolded during a parliamentary…
Goodwin Explores Partial Sale Amid Geopolitical Shifts in Defense Industry
Goodwin PLC, a prominent British engineering firm, is contemplating the sale of a segment of its defense business as it navigates the evolving landscape of global military procurement. The company, which plays a cruci…
US May End 60-Day Grace Period for H-1B Workers After Job Loss
The US Department of Homeland Security is considering a proposal to end the 60-day grace period that allows H-1B visa holders and other non-immigrant workers to remain in the country after losing their jobs.The propos…
Kenyan Officer Isaac Lenkume Graduates From Prestigious Royal Military Academy Sandhurst
Kenyan Army officer Second Lieutenant Isaac Lenkume has completed his officer training at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst in the United Kingdom and has been formally commissioned.Kenya’s High Commissioner to the…
Charlene Ruto’s Koito: Inside the Traditional Kalenjin Engagement Ceremony
Charlene Ruto, daughter of President William Ruto and First Lady Rachel Ruto, is at the centre of a traditional Kalenjin engagement ceremony, known as Koito, being held at Intonna Heritage Farm in Kilgoris, Narok Coun…
Navigating Tokenomics: The Complex Landscape of Monetizing AI
The burgeoning field of artificial intelligence (AI) faces a growing conundrum in the realm of monetization, as stakeholders grapple with the intricacies of 'tokenomics'—the economic dynamics of token-based transactio…
Sifuna Seeks Oparanya’s Blessing as Linda Mwananchi Steps Up 2027 Campaign
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has asked former Kakamega Governor Wycliffe Oparanya to endorse his political journey as the Linda Mwananchi movement stepped up its grassroots campaign in Western Kenya.Speaking to suppor…
‘Polygamist’ Author Sue Nyathi Visits Kenya as Book Becomes Netflix Series
Zimbabwean author Sue Nyathi is in Nairobi as her novel The Polygamist reaches a wider audience through its Netflix adaptation.The South African drama series, based on Nyathi’s 2012 novel, marks the latest stage in a…
PS Omollo Calls for Calm at Elvis ‘Beast’ Otieno Burial
Principal Secretary for Internal Security and National Administration Raymond Omollo has urged mourners in Kisumu County to maintain peace and unity during the burial of former student leader Elvis “Beast” Otieno.Spea…
How Political Handouts Turned Into a Monster Kenya Can’t Contain
Kenya’s political rallies are increasingly being disrupted by demands for cash, with politicians facing pressure to pay crowds before they listen to speeches, allow convoys to pass or permit helicopters to take off.Th…