Protests over fuel prices will worsen economic crisis, govt warns

Government warns protests over record fuel prices will deepen an economic crisis, as Kenya recorded its steepest diesel increase in over two decades.

Arrests in Nigeria after abduction of local monarch 'held for ransom'

Police in western Nigeria have arrested 42 suspected illegal miners as part of an investigation into the abduction of a local monarch. Oba Salman Olatunji Aweda, the ruler of the Olayinka community in Ifelodun in Kwara state, was kidnapped on Saturday evening when armed men stormed his palace. The kidnappers have reportedly demanded a ransom [...] The post Arrests in Nigeria after abduction of local monarch held for ransom appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Met warns of heavy rainfall in Coastal, North Eastern regions from Wednesday

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki dismissed the opposition for offering nothing to Kenyans saying they are ready to face and defeat them in the coming elections. The DP said the figures in the opposition previously occupied senior positions in government but did nothing to improve the lives of the people but are now out presenting themselves [...] The post Met warns of heavy rainfall in Coastal, North Eastern regions from Wednesday appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Japan loosens arms export rules in break from post-WW2 pacifism

Japan has relaxed decades-old restrictions on its arms exports, clearing the way for it to sell weapons to more than a dozen countries. The announcement on Tuesday marks a milestone in Tokyos shift away from the pacifism that has characterised its post-war defence policy. It also comes at a time of heightened tensions in the [...] The post Japan loosens arms export rules in break from post-WW2 pacifism appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Madonna offers reward for return of missing Coachella costume

Madonna has offered a reward for the return of the outfit she wore on stage at Coachella last weekend, after several of her vintage costume pieces went missing following the festival. These arent just clothes, they are part of my history, the Queen of Pop wrote on Instagram. Among them were the purple jacket, corset [...] The post Madonna offers reward for return of missing Coachella costume appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Role of US officials killed in crash in Mexico under scrutiny

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has ordered an investigation into the role played by two US officials in a counter-narcotics operation in the northern state of Chihuahua. The two died alongside two Mexican officials when their car crashed on their way back from an operation to destroy illegal drug labs, Chihuahua officials said. Sheinbaum said that [...] The post Role of US officials killed in crash in Mexico under scrutiny appeared first on Kahawatungu.

South Africa's police boss charged in connection with controversial health contract

South Africas police chief was formally charged with failing in his duties to provide proper oversight in his role following a health contract that has become the subject of a criminal investigation. General Fannie Masemola, 62, was summoned to court over his alleged part in the awarding of a controversial $21m (£15.5m) tender, which has [...] The post South Africas police boss charged in connection with controversial health contract appeared first on Kahawatungu.

IMF Raises Concerns Over Kenya's Economy After Fuel Price Hike

The IMF recently raised concerns about Kenya's response to rising fuel prices after reducing VAT on petroleum products and introducing additional subsidies to cushion consumers from high pump prices.

Canadian killed in shooting at Mexico's ancient Teotihuacán pyramids

A 32-year-old Canadian woman has been killed and 13 people injured after a man opened fire at a historical site in Mexico, according to Mexican officials. The gunman killed himself after the attack. President Claudia Sheinbaum of Mexico has expressed her solidarity with the victims of a shooting at one of the countrys most important [...] The post Canadian killed in shooting at Mexicos ancient Teotihuacán pyramids appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Businesses closed in Embu Town following protests against high fuel prices

Taiwan's president cancels his landmark Africa trip

This is the first time a Taiwanese president has been forced to abandon an overseas trip due to...

Shakahola trial: Mackenzie enlists Catholic priest, Muslim cleric and scholar as witnesses

They will support his defence against charges of murdering 191 children.

Wangari Maathai on stage: Late Nobel laureate's little-known teenage life and modern fashion sense revisited in theatre

The injustices Professor Wangari Maathai fought have not disappeared; they have simply evolved.

Kitu Kali stitches fast-growing regional lifestyle brand from footwear startup

What began as a Sh1.5 million shoe-maker a few years ago has evolved into a fast-growing...

The dam of broken promises: Mystery of stalled Muooni Dam rehabilitation

Once a vital water source for thousands, Muooni Dam is now choked by silt, reducing its...

Bhavesh Gohil wins Cricket Kenya chairperson, unveils vision for the game

Can adult children sue a mother who abandoned them in childhood?

'The petition must demonstrate that their mother's failure to care for them injured their...

Ruto: Issues around Itare dam resolved

'Now we have agreed on how we are going to implement this project going into the future.'

Ruto courts Italian investors to power Kenya's AI and innovation drive

At the centre of Rutos pitch was the ambitious AI 10 Billion Initiative.

Kenya Met Issues 5 Day Heavy Rainfall Alert

Heavy rains are expected across multiple counties as weather authorities warn of floods, strong winds and rough seas along the coastal region.