Kenya offers amnesty to citizens recruited into Russia-Ukraine war
Kenyans fighting for Russia in Ukraine will not be arrested upon return, the government has announced following widespread concerns about recruitment practices.
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Kenya, officially the Republic of Kenya, is an East African country known for its economic influence, wildlife tourism, and strategic role in regional politics and trade. Its capital city is Nairobi, which also serves as a major diplomatic and financial hub in Africa. Kenya gained independence from Britain in 1963 and has since become one of Africa’s leading economies, recognized for technology innovation, athletics, agriculture, and international diplomacy.
Yet another car carrier ship diverts to Lamu, Kenya amid Hormuz shipping security concerns
LAMU, Kenya – Several car carriers ships had started calling Lamu Port in Kenya due to heightened security threat in Strait of Hormuz and change in global shipping lanes. At least three car carrier ships have allegedly changed course which…
Two killed and 22 police officers injured in violent protests in Kenya over M-Pesa Agent’s Death
At least two people were killed and more than 20 police officers injured during violent protests in Kenya’s Migori County following the killing of a local businessman.
Chinese National Arrested in Kenya Over Attempt to Smuggle Thousands of Ants
NAIROBI, Kenya – A Chinese national was apprehended at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport by Kenyan authorities over charges of attempting to smuggle out of Kenya thousands of live ants from Kenya. The suspect was apprehended by security personnel while…
Rostam Aziz Buys Kenyan Nation Media Group
DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania – The Tanzanian businessman and former politician Rostam Aziz has secured a majority stake in Nation Media Group, after purchasing all of the Aga Khan Fund for Economic Development’s (AKFED) 54.08 percent holding in the media…
Deaths Rises to 42 as Floods Hit Nairobi After Heavy Rains
Heavy rains and windstorms continue to batter Kenya today. The Ministry of Interior reported that flash floods have claimed 42 lives so far, with the Nairobi River bursting its banks and causing significant infrastructure damage in industrial areas.
Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni Arrives in Tanzania for 25th EAC Heads of State Summit
ARUSHA, Tanzania – The President of Republic of Uganda H.E. Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, arrived at the Kilimanjaro International Airport on Friday. He is attending the 25th Ordinary Summit of the East African Community Heads of State. The summit is due…
Kenya court jails man 30 years for killing wife over Instagram account
MOMBASA, Kenya – A Kenyan High Court has sentenced 40-year-old Murad Awadh Mbarak to 30 years in prison for murdering his wife Nuru Ibrahim in what prosecutors called a social media fueled dispute. The killing is said to have come…
Kenya retires $415m in Eurobonds following healthy investor demand and extends maturity.
Kenya has paid off about US$415.4 million (Sh53.59 billion) of its external sovereign debt, the Treasury announced on February 27, 2026, following the success of a tender offer targeting two series of its Eurobonds. The February 18 tender sought holders…
Kenya’s Deputy President Kindiki Assures No Lives Will Be Lost to Drought
DP Kindiki oversaw an emergency coordination meeting in Karen today, declaring that the government will "not spare any resources" to provide water and livestock feed to 23 drought-stricken counties, including Mandera and Wajir.
