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Kenyans in Korea Seek Broader Consular Services Ahead of 2027 Polls
A mobile consular exercise organised by the Kenyan Embassy in Seoul has prompted calls from Kenyans in South Korea for future outreach programmes to include voter registration and national identity card applications a…
Kisii Woman Awarded Sh7.3 Million After Myanmar Human Trafficking Ordeal
A Kisii woman who was trafficked to Myanmar after being promised a well-paid job in Thailand has been awarded more than Sh7.3 million in compensation by the Employment and Labour Relations Court.Mariera Bosibori, a ve…
China Evacuates Millions as Typhoon Strikes: A Growing Concern for Vulnerable Populations
China has initiated the evacuation of nearly two million residents in response to a powerful typhoon that made landfall in Zhejiang province, highlighting the increasing frequency and intensity of extreme weather even…
Ghanaian Influencer Extradited to U.S. Over $8 Million Romance Scam
Frederick Kumi, a Ghanaian social media influencer, has been extradited to the United States to face charges related to a romance scam that defrauded American citizens of approximately $8 million. His lawyer confirmed…
Massive Outage at Australia's Largest Telecom Disrupts Services, Raises Global Concerns
Australia's largest telecommunications company, Telstra, experienced a significant outage on July 12, 2026, affecting critical services across the nation, including train operations and emergency call systems. The dis…
India's Emergent Agave Spirit Industry and Its Global Implications
India is on the cusp of establishing a new industry as the growth of agave plants, traditionally wild and untapped, is spurring a burgeoning spirits market. The push to cultivate and distill agave into premium spirits…
Amnesty Kenya Calls for Investigation Into Bribery and Violence Ahead of Ol Kalou By-Election
Amnesty International Kenya has called for immediate investigations and prosecutions over alleged electoral offences and violence ahead of the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election on 16 July, warning that failure to act…
Junior Starlets Qualify for 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup After Beating South Africa
Kenya’s Junior Starlets have qualified for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup after beating South Africa 3-1 at Nyayo National Stadium to complete a 5-1 aggregate victory.The team, coached by Mildred Cheche, recover…
Toronto Police Hunt for Shooter After Fatal Attack at Latino Festival
In a violent disruption of cultural celebrations, Toronto police are actively seeking an assailant involved in a shooting at a street festival that left two people dead. The incident occurred during a weekend Latino c…
Orengo and Sifuna Dismiss Claims of Divisions in Linda Mwananchi Movement
Siaya Governor James Orengo and Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna have dismissed claims of divisions within the Linda Mwananchi movement, saying the alliance remains united and committed to representing the interests of or…
Kenyans in Dubai Hold Candlelight Vigil for Malon Kiptarus and Collins
A candlelight vigil was held at Zabeel Park in Dubai on 5 July to honour two Kenyans, Malon Kiptarus and Collins, whose deaths have deeply affected the Kenyan community in the United Arab Emirates.The vigil brought to…
US to Introduce Four-Year Limit for International Student Visas
The United States is set to replace its current student visa system with fixed periods of authorised stay, requiring many international students to apply for extensions if their studies continue beyond four years.The…
Four Kenyans Face Deportation from the US Over Criminal Convictions
Four Kenyan nationals are facing deportation from the United States after immigration authorities determined that their criminal convictions make them removable under federal law.US Immigration and Customs Enforcement…
Kenyan Embassy in Seoul Expands Consular Outreach as Diaspora Pushes for Voter Registration
The Kenyan Embassy in Seoul has concluded a three-day Mobile Consular Services exercise, providing passport renewals, birth registrations, and certificates of police clearance and marriage eligibility to Kenyans livin…
Debate Over Psychedelic Medicine for Depression Gains Global Attention
The use of psychedelic medicines, particularly magic mushrooms, for treating depression has sparked significant global debate as clinical trials yield compelling results. Since 2022, numerous studies have explored the…
China Lands Reusable Rocket, Marking New Milestone in Space Exploration
China has successfully landed a reusable rocket for the first time, marking a significant achievement in its rapidly advancing space program. According to the state-run Xinhua News Agency, the rocket completed its mis…
Pressure Mounts on Port of Rotterdam to Accelerate Green Transition
The Port of Rotterdam, Europe's largest maritime hub, faces mounting pressure to expedite its transition to sustainable operations under a new legal challenge aimed at reducing its reliance on fossil fuels. A coalitio…
Global Jet Fuel Shortage Threatens Summer Travel Plans
As the peak summer travel season unfolds, a looming jet fuel shortage poses a significant threat to global holiday plans. The shortage, driven by a combination of geopolitical tensions and supply chain disruptions, ha…
School Fight or Fatal Fall? Mystery Surrounds Death of Thika High Student
Police are investigating the death of a 16-year-old Grade 10 student at Thika High School after an incident on the night of 10 July. A 17-year-old student has been taken into custody for questioning as detectives work…
Murungi, Kindiki Back Ruto's 2027 Re-election Bid
Former Meru Governor Kiraitu Murungi and Deputy President Kithure Kindiki have defended President William Ruto's chances of winning a second term, arguing that his electoral record and the government's development age…