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The Kenyan government has committed $30 million to the Confederation of African Football (CAF), securing its position as a co-host for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations alongside Uganda and Tanzania. Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya confirmed that this payment fulfills all necessary financial and institutional obligations required by CAF.
Police in Kericho, Kenya, are investigating the circumstances surrounding the transfer of 33 bodies, including 25 children and foetuses, from Nyamira District Hospital morgue to a church-owned cemetery for burial. The investigation aims to determine if the disposal was legal and if foul play was involved.
Economist Churchill Ogutu highlights that fuel shortages in Kenya are primarily due to disruptions in the supply chain between oil marketers and retailers. He warns that if these issues continue, the situation could deteriorate further.
Raphael Tuju, Kenya's former foreign minister, has been detained following accusations of staging his own disappearance. Authorities claim his actions were intended to deceive the public amid ongoing legal troubles.
Kenya is grappling with severe flooding and torrential rains that have led to at least 81 deaths. The ongoing rains have devastated villages, resulted in substantial crop losses, and displaced thousands of individuals.
A former partner has been detained in Kenya for allegedly arranging a brutal acid attack on Mary Claire, a 24-year-old woman. The victim is currently hospitalized with serious injuries while the suspect remains in police custody.
In Kenya, a Nigerian citizen along with another individual was apprehended as authorities dismantled a drug trafficking ring. The operation, led by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations, targeted a network suspected of narcotics exchange.
The discourse around media and information literacy (MIL) emphasizes its crucial role in enhancing digital governance and democratic integrity. As Nigeria and Kenya approach their upcoming elections, the importance of robust information frameworks becomes evident in mitigating the spread of misinformation.
Kenya has announced a halt to the recruitment of its citizens to fight in the Ukraine war after reaching an understanding with Russia amid rising domestic concerns about enlistment levels.
Two individuals have been charged in Kenya on allegations of illegal wildlife trafficking following the discovery of more than 2,000 live ants at Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. One suspect, a Chinese national, was apprehended while attempting to depart the country.
A Chinese citizen was apprehended at Kenya's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for trying to illegally export over 2,000 queen ants. Authorities detected the live ants concealed in his luggage, connecting him to a previously dismantled ant-trafficking scheme.
At only 24 years old, Nikita Kering is rapidly becoming a standout figure in the African music scene. From her early performances at family gatherings to being one of Kenya's most-streamed artists, Kering's journey reflects her extraordinary talent and ambition.
Larry Madowo, a Kenyan journalist, has raised concerns regarding the substantial costs and procedures involved in acquiring a visa to Nigeria, describing the situation as disappointing for the 'Giant of Africa.'
The Court of Appeal in Kenya has annulled parts of the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act that criminalized 'fake news,' deeming them excessively vague. This ruling, seen as a triumph for freedom of expression, continues to uphold other contentious provisions of the law.
Kenya has commenced the administration of lenacapavir, a revolutionary HIV prevention medication, in a Nairobi slum. The drug, effective for six months at a time, significantly lowers the risk of HIV transmission.
