Eight students arrested over arson at Utumishi Girls Academy fire that claimed 16 lives

At least eight students were Thursday arrested over arson incident Utumishi Girls Academy, Gilgil, Nakuru County that claimed 16 lives. They were detained for grilling after they were traced to their homes and brought back to the school for grilling. They were part of 30 students who were initially traced and recalled back to the [...] The post Eight students arrested over arson at Utumishi Girls Academy fire that claimed 16 lives appeared first on Kahawatungu.

US government prepares to print $250 note featuring Trump's face

US President Donald Trumps administration is preparing to print a new $250 bill that could feature a portrait of him, if lawmakers allow the move. Federal law bars printing US money with the i mage of a living person, but Trump allies in Congress have introduced legislation that would make an exception. A Treasury Department [...] The post US government prepares to print $250 note featuring Trumps face appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Devastation as country mourns 16 students who died in a dorm fire

A tragic dormitory fire at Utumishi Girls Academy in Gilgil has left 16 students dead, dozens injured, and families and the nation in deep mourning as investigations continue.

Cambodia orders all Africans to leave the country

Those who don't leave Cambodia face arrest and prosecution under immigration laws.

Ruto re-assigns PSs following leadership changes in petroleum sector

PS Kello Harsam takes over the Petroleum docket from Mohamed Liban who resigned in April.

No rest yet for Rachel Wandeto: Burial halted by court order

Family says it does not recognise Njaramba as Wandeto's husband.

Irungu Kang'ata opposes secret US-Kenya Ebola deal

Utumishi Girls fire: Survivors reveal suspected arson, say dorm was locked from inside

Survivors have pointed towards suspected arson by fellow students.

Government sued over 'secret' US Ebola quarantine deal

Katiba Institute wants the deal stopped due to lack of necessary approvals.

Kenya institutes stringent rules to safeguard integrity of cricket

Cricket Kenya advised organisers of local tournaments to seek clearance by applying for a No...

US, Mexico, Canada announce Ebola-related travel measures ahead of World Cup

"The health and safety of every person in the region remains our highest priority..."

Revealed: Where US Ebola quarantine centre will be located

Kenya has approved a request from the US to open a quarantine facility in Kenya.

Counties, National govt sign Sh4billion for 16 County Aggregation and Industrial Parks

The National and county governments have signed a Sh4 billion agreement on phase two of the establishment of 16 County Aggregation and Industrial Parks (CAIPs). President William Ruto, who witnessed the signing ceremony, said the government has disbursed a total of Sh8.5 billion for CAIPs at Sh250 million to each of the 34 participating counties. [...] The post Counties, National govt sign Sh4billion for 16 County Aggregation and Industrial Parks appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Villas, cars and cash: Italy seizes dead Mafia mobster's millions

Anti-mafia investigators in Italy have seized cash, companies and other assets worth more than €200m (£175m) in an operation they say targeted the network of notorious late Sicilian mafia boss Matteo Messina Denaro. The funds, described as huge amounts of capital by the financial police in Palermo, are said to be proceeds from over four [...] The post Villas, cars and cash: Italy seizes dead Mafia mobsters millions appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Traders Along Busy 85 Kilometre Highway Given 30 Days to Vacate

The notice is likely to affect several traders along the 85-kilometre highway who have informal businesses operating along sections of the road.

EU fines Temu €200m for allowing sale of illegal products

The European Union imposed a €200m ($232m; £173m) fine on Chinese-owned online retailer Temu for having illegal products such as dangerous baby toys and faulty chargers for sale on its platform. The European Commission said the company had failed to diligently identify, analyse and assess the systemic risks of the products and the harm they [...] The post EU fines Temu €200m for allowing sale of illegal products appeared first on Kahawatungu.

US justice department launches criminal investigation into Trump accuser E Jean Carroll, reports say

The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has opened a criminal investigation into writer E Jean Carroll, who accused President Donald Trump of sexual assault, CBS News, the BBCs US partner, has reported. The investigation is looking into whether Carroll committed perjury in connection with civil cases she brought against Trump, the news outlet quotes sources [...] The post US justice department launches criminal investigation into Trump accuser E Jean Carroll, reports say appeared first on Kahawatungu.

The history of Utumishi Girls' School

The institution is managed by the National Police Service.

Utumishi Girls' fire tragedy: Parent dies in accident on way to school

The mother of a Form Four student died on the spot while her husband sustained injuries.

Iran says it targeted American base after fresh US strikes

Irans Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has said it targeted an American air base in the region, after fresh US strikes on southern Iran overnight. The IRGC did not say where the base was, but Kuwait, which hosts a US base, said it had intercepted hostile missile and drone threats. The US military said Iran [...] The post Iran says it targeted American base after fresh US strikes appeared first on Kahawatungu.