About 60,000 migrants arrive in Ceuta in 24 hours, Spanish territory's leader says

About 60,000 migrants have crossed into Spains North African territory of Ceuta from Morocco in the last 24 hours, Ceutas president said, adding that at least 34 others died during the crossing. The influx comes after Spains Supreme Court ruled that migrants stopped at sea while trying to reach Ceuta or Melilla, another Spanish exclave, [...] The post About 60,000 migrants arrive in Ceuta in 24 hours, Spanish territorys leader says appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Who is Nirmal Purja, the famed mountaineer missing in Broad Peak avalanche?

One of the most recognised figures in mountaineering today, British-Nepali climber Nirmal Purja holds multiple records. But his most famous feat was in 2019, when he climbed the worlds 14 tallest peaks in just over six months setting a record at the time for the fastest anyone had scaled all 14 mountains. Purja, also [...] The post Who is Nirmal Purja, the famed mountaineer missing in Broad Peak avalanche? appeared first on Kahawatungu.

AI video and the Kenyan freelancer: which briefs disappear, and which pay more

The low end of freelance video editing is easy to recognise. A client sends product photographs and a paragraph of copy, then asks for a 15-second social clip by tomorrow. The rate is thin, revisions are unpaid and other freelancers are bidding from several countries. That brief is under pressure. A client with an AI [...] The post AI video and the Kenyan freelancer: which briefs disappear, and which pay more appeared first on Kahawatungu.

FIFA vows to proceed with private investor plan consultation despite criticism

FIFA vowed on Friday to press on with its open and democratic consultation with stakeholders on a proposed private investment plan despite fierce backlash from European football governing body UEFA and others. Our planned consultation process was disrupted by incorrect media reports, world football governing body FIFA said in a statement. We will proceed with [...] The post FIFA vows to proceed with private investor plan consultation despite criticism appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Ghana backs proposal to extend presidential term, lower age limit

Ghanas government on Thursday accepted a proposal to extend the presidential term to five years and lower the minimum age for candidates to 35. Ghana, one of Africas leading gold and cocoa producers, has maintained a stable democratic system since 1992. President John Dramani Mahama established a committee last year to review the constitution. The [...] The post Ghana backs proposal to extend presidential term, lower age limit appeared first on Kahawatungu.

US admits 'unfortunate error' after mislabelling countries on map of Africa

Nigerians might be surprised to learn they live in a landlocked country and people in Ivory Coast shocked that they are East African not West African but that is what a map used by a US official at a recent conference showed. Not only that, the cartographic malfunction included completely unrecognisable shapes of the [...] The post US admits unfortunate error after mislabelling countries on map of Africa appeared first on Kahawatungu.

JSC faults lawyers' boycott of judges, says action delays justice

The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has criticised the recent boycott of some judges and judicial officers by lawyers, warning that the action undermines the administration of justice by disrupting court proceedings and delaying the hearing of cases. In a statement issued after a consultative meeting with the Law Society of Kenya (LSK) and the Senior [...] The post JSC faults lawyers' boycott of judges, says action delays justice appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Safaricom Launches PATA MORE Campaign to Deliver More Value Across Connectivity, M-PESA and Digital Services

Safaricom has unveiled PATA MORE, a new customer value campaign designed to offer more data, enhanced M-PESA benefits, improved digital experiences and greater support for individuals, businesses and enterprises. The campaign is anchored on the promise of delivering more value, more convenience and more freedom through products and services that customers use every day. Under [...] The post Safaricom Launches PATA MORE Campaign to Deliver More Value Across Connectivity, M-PESA and Digital Services appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Autopsy reveals mental health researcher Dr Mutiso died from excessive bleeding after three gunshot wounds

A postmortem exercise on the body of prominent mental health researcher Dr. Victoria Mutiso revealed died from excessive bleeding after sustaining three gunshot wounds during a fatal shooting in Nairobi's Upper Hill area on Wednesday. The autopsy was conducted at the Kenyatta National Hospital Mortuary by Chief Government Pathologist Dr. Johansen Oduor, assisted by pathologist [...] The post Autopsy reveals mental health researcher Dr Mutiso died from excessive bleeding after three gunshot wounds appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Trump says deal reached to disarm Hamas, Israeli support for plan remains uncertain

Peace efforts face immediate skepticism from both Hamas and Israel.

'Bring our mother home': Sisters in desperate plea as mum lies in Oman ICU

Kenyan mother is fighting for her life after alleged abuse by her employer.

Dead serious: The funeral horns that refuse to die in Kisii

Low-cost funeral broadcasts persist despite mobile phones and social media growth.

At NMG logistics forum: Transporters push for fewer barriers to trade

Delegates call for elimination of costly highway delays.

Why many women don't run for political office

Creating a fair political environment means tackling misogyny, protecting women candidates and...

The cost of satire: Inside Kenya's iconic XYZ show that never made money

Despite millions of viewers, the show struggled to turn popularity into profit.

Dr Mutiso murder: Woman, her son arraigned

Rose Mbithe Mulwa and her son Chris Mulwa arraigned over Upper Hill shooting.

Heartbreaking: Final moments of elephant among 15 poisoned with cyanide in Amboseli

15 elephant deaths: Tourism CS Miano, DG Kanga speak

The untold story in cyanide poisoning of 15 Amboseli elephants

The deaths have triggered alarm among conservationists.

Deadly night on Kenya's roads leaves 12 dead in Eldoret, Marsabit

Road accidents across the country claimed 12 lives on Thursday night.