Uber to exit Nigeria after 12 years of operations

Competition in Nigeria's ride-hailing market has intensified in recent years.

US judge blocks Trump's newest order limiting birthright citizenship

The latest order targets children whose parents lack US citizenship.

Concerns mount over media freedom in Kenya

Man charged with murder of TUK lecturer Edgar Mokua

Suspect denies charge as prosecutors oppose his release on bond.

How Nairobi's expansion is swallowing up rural land, straining families

A study reveals how Nairobi's growth is reshaping land, families and fortunes.

In Ghana, larger-than-life coffins tell the stories of the dead

Fantasy coffins are a distinctive Ghanaian funerary tradition, particularly associated with the Ga people of the Greater Accra region.

WMO Gives Nearly 100% Chance of El Niño Persisting Into February 2027

Previously, the WMO estimated an 80% likelihood of El Niño conditions emerging between June and August 2026, with probabilities rising to near or above 90% through September and November.

KeNHA Gives Traders 30 Days to Vacate Nanyuki-Doldol Road Reserve

Traders and other encroachers along the Nanyuki-Naibor Turnoff-Doldol (B101) Road have been given 30 days to vacate the affected road reserve. The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) said the enforcement exercise was carried out ahead of planned improvement works along the road. In a statement, KeNHA said its teams conducted an exercise along the designated [...] The post KeNHA Gives Traders 30 Days to Vacate Nanyuki-Doldol Road Reserve appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Crypto Vs Paypal: Which Payment Option Is Better When It Comes To Online Casinos?

Major online casinos generally offer a wide range of payment methods to their players. This is, without a doubt, quite beneficial. However, with so many options available, knowing which one to choose can make all the difference, as each method comes with its own characteristics. While some, for example, offer faster payments, others provide higher [...] The post Crypto Vs Paypal: Which Payment Option Is Better When It Comes To Online Casinos? appeared first on Kahawatungu.

EACC seeks Sh111.5 million from Embu MCA over county contracts

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) moved to recover Sh111.5 million from Mbeti North Ward Member of County Assembly (MCA) Peter Muriithi Nyaga, alleging that he unlawfully benefited from contracts awarded by the Embu County Government to companies associated with him. The anti-graft agency filed the suit on August 28, 2026, at the Milimani Anti-Corruption [...] The post EACC seeks Sh111.5 million from Embu MCA over county contracts appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Moto wateketeza msitu wa Aberdare siku nne mfululizo

MOTO umeteketeza Msitu wa Aberdare siku nne mfululizo huku hifadhi wanyamapori, miti na maeneo muhimu ya vyanzo vya maji yakiteketea. Moto huo unateketeza Msitu wa Ndaragwa, eneo la Shamata, sehemu muhimu ya vyanzo vya maji ya Ziwa Olbolosat, Ol Kalou na maeneo mengine ya Ndaragwa. Maafisa wanashuku kuwa moto huo ulianzishwa kwa bahati mbaya na waliokuwa waliokuwa wakirina asali msituni. Hata hivyo, baadhi ya wakazi wanasema kuna imani ya zamani kwamba kuchoma msitu wakati wa ukame husaidia kuvuta mvua. Wanaamini moshi mweusi unaotokana na moto huunda mawingu ambayo baadaye huleta mvua. Serikali ya Kaunti ya Nyandarua na Huduma ya Misitu Kenya (KFS), ambazo zinaongoza juhudi za kuzima moto huo, zimesema zimelemewa na zinahitaji msaada wa dharura kutoka kwa mashirika mengine ya kuhifadhi mazingira na serikali ya kitaifa. Afisa Mkuu wa uhifadhi wa misitu wa Nyandarua Daniel Mkung alisema moto huo unateketeza eneo la nyanda za juu lenye mimea mikavu, hali inayofanya iwe vigumu kuuzima. "Moto uko katika eneo la nyanda za juu ambako kuna mimea mingi mikavu. Hali hii inafanya iwe vigumu zaidi kuudhibiti. Tunahitaji msaada wote tunaoweza kupata na tunapanga jinsi ya kuwasafirisha wazima moto zaidi hadi msituni," alisema. Alisema uchunguzi wa awali unaonyesha kuwa wachunaji wa asali huenda ndio walianzisha moto huo. Hata hivyo, imani kuhusu moshi kuvuta mvua imeibua mjadala mwingine kuhusu sababu ya moto za mara kwa mara msituni wakati wa ukame. Jackson Kieru, mwenye umri wa miaka 86, alisema baadhi ya watu bado wanaamini moshi wa moto huvuta mvua. "Baadhi ya watu wanaamini moshi mweusi unaotokana na kuchoma msitu huvutia mvua. Wanaamini mawingu ya moshi hubadilika kuwa mawingu yanayoleta mvua siku chache baadaye. Ni desturi ya zamani ambayo bado inaaminiwa," alisema. Millicent Wangui, 79, alisema amesikia imani hiyo tangu akiwa mdogo. "Miaka mingi iliyopita, vijana walikuwa wakichoma moto mashambani wakiamini utaleta mvua. Huenda hiyo ndiyo sababu baadhi yao wameanza kuchoma misitu," alisema. Lakini Bw Mkung alikataa imani hiyo akisema ni hatari. "Hizo ni imani potofu. Kwa kweli zinaweza kuchelewesha mvua kutokana na gesi zinazotokana na moshi. Miti inajulikana kusaidia kuvuta mvua na hatuwezi kupata mvua zaidi kwa kuharibu misitu," alisema. Alisema wazima moto wanakabiliwa na hali ngumu kutokana na mimea mikavu na upepo mkali unaosambaza moto kwa kasi. Kamanda wa KWS katika Kaunti ya Nyandarua Paul Wambugu alisema wazima moto kutoka Hifadhi ya Kitaifa ya Aberdare wametumwa kusaidia kuzima moto huo. Afisa Mkuu wa Maji na Tabianchi wa Nyandarua Wachira Mugo alisema hali inazidi kuwa mbaya huku timu za kaunti zikishindwa kufikia baadhi ya maeneo yaliyoathiriwa kutokana na eneo kuwa na miinuko mikali. "Serikali ya kaunti haina uwezo wa kutosha kudhibiti moto huu. Vifaa vyetu vya kuzima moto haviwezi kufika katika baadhi ya maeneo yaliyoathiriwa kutokana na hali ngumu ya ardhi. Wafanyakazi wetu wamelemewa," alisema. Alisema moto huo ulikuwa ukielekea katika maeneo muhimu ya vyanzo vya maji. Aliomba msaada wa KFS, KWS na Jeshi la Ulinzi la Kenya (KDF). Moto huo umechochewa na ukame wa muda mrefu ambao umefanya mimea kuwa mikavu sana pamoja na upepo mkali unaovuma upande wa magharibi wa msitu. Gavana wa Nyandarua Kiarie Badilisha ameitaka serikali kuchukua hatua za haraka kuzuia moto huo usiharibu maeneo muhimu ya vyanzo vya maji.

Multi-agency team in Marsabit declares war on illicit drugs, brews

A Multi-agency team comprising security agencies, the County government, and other government departments has declared war on illicit drugs, brew and counterfeit alcohol in Marsabit County. The move is part of the 100-days operation exercise launched to dismantle the illegal trade and protect residents, particularly the youth, from the growing threats of substance abuse. The...

Kahiga advises interns to utilize opportunity wisely

Nyeri Governor Dr Mutahi Kahiga has told 350 interns who have been selected to work in the County government for the next one year, to utilize the opportunity as a stepping stone into future careers. Dr Mutahi who was presiding over the induction ceremony for the new interns at the Nyeri Cultural Center, said such...

Nyota hatches new hope for young poultry farmers

Meet Bryson Amyunzu, a 27-year-old man from Chaik Ward in Belgut, Kericho County, who has chosen poultry farming as away of making use of the support he received through the government's NYOTA programme. Amyunzu says he is grateful for the opportunity and rather than seeing the money is something to spend quickly, he decided to...

Energy Ministry Issues Fuel Price Update Ahead of EPRA Review

Despite the concerns, Wandayi assured Kenyans that the government would continue taking measures to ensure a steady supply of fuel and cushion consumers.

Counties Turn to Digital Land Records Amid ArdhiSasa System Downtime

Nairobi City County Finance Executive Ibrahim Auma said digitising land records could help counties identify properties and other datasets that have been left out.

High Court Issues Ruling on Ride-Hailing Drivers' Commissions

In May, President Ruto directed the Ministry of Transport and NTSA to develop new regulations to regulate the gig economy after uproar from drivers and riders.

How to Prevent Lightning Strikes on Building

Learning how to prevent lightning strikes on building is important for protecting homes, offices, schools, apartments and other structures during thunderstorms. While it is not possible to completely stop lightning from striking a building, proper lightning protection systems can reduce the risk of serious damage, fires, electrical surges and injuries. Buildings can be made safer [...] The post How to Prevent Lightning Strikes on Building appeared first on Kahawatungu.

How to Avoid Getting Struck by Lightning While Walking

Learning how to avoid getting struck by lightning while walking is important during thunderstorms, especially when you are outdoors and far from immediate shelter. Lightning can strike people several kilometres away from the main area of rainfall, making it important to take thunderstorms seriously even when the rain appears light. The safest approach is to [...] The post How to Avoid Getting Struck by Lightning While Walking appeared first on Kahawatungu.

How to Respond to a Person Who Has Been Struck by Lightning

Knowing how to respond to a person who has been struck by lightning can help save a life during a thunderstorm emergency. A person who has been struck by lightning does not remain electrically charged, so it is generally safe to touch and assist them once you are in a safe location. Lightning injuries can [...] The post How to Respond to a Person Who Has Been Struck by Lightning appeared first on Kahawatungu.