Somalia peacekeeping mission at risk as US blocks UN support, sources say

The United States has said it will prevent the United Nations from supporting an African Union peacekeeping mission in Somalia starting next year, two documents showed, in a move that officials said is likely to end its operations. The nearly 12,000-strong AU mission props up the fragile government in Mogadishu, helping it push back al [...] The post Somalia peacekeeping mission at risk as US blocks UN support, sources say appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Goons attack Linda Mwananchi leaders after fiery Kisii rallies

What began as a high-energy political tour by the Linda Mwananchi movement in Kisii County ended in dramatic scenes on Friday after suspected goons attacked the opposition convoy with stones as it headed to Keroka. The incident occurred at Keumbu shortly after the leaders had addressed a series of rallies across Kisii town, where they [...] The post Goons attack Linda Mwananchi leaders after fiery Kisii rallies appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Season of dishing out dubious cash in voter buying spree as polls loom

Politicians are openly asking thousands of Kenyans attending their meetings to line up and receive handouts ranging from Sh200 to Sh1,000 each.

US withdraws troops from Nigeria after Islamic State mission

The United States has withdrawn most of the troops it deployed in Nigeria earlier this year in an effort to help fight Islamist militant groups. In December, US and Nigerian forces launched a joint operation in the Lake Chad Basin area, which involved strikes against militants on Christmas Day, followed by the deployment of about [...] The post US withdraws troops from Nigeria after Islamic State mission appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Zuma showing South Africa 'middle finger' by meeting Gupta brother – minister

Former President Jacob Zuma is showing the middle finger to South Africa, a minister in the country has said after it emerged Zuma had met one of the Indian businessmen allegedly at the heart of a huge corruption scandal. A photograph of Zuma and Ajay Gupta in an Indian temple was shared by Indian media [...] The post Zuma showing South Africa middle finger by meeting Gupta brother minister appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Supreme Court rejects bid to force police officers prosecution over Pakistani journalist killing

Five-judge bench also declines to increase the Sh10 million compensation awarded to Sharif's...

South Africa deploys troops amid anti-migrant protests

Protesters marched across cities on Tuesday, with some demonstrations hit by violence.

Investors plan new Sh1.46bn Siaya sugar factory

Proposed mill will have an initial cane crushing capacity of 1,250 tonnes per day.

Former CJ David Maraga says he will work with Linda Mwananchi

Inaccurate enrolment data blamed for Grade 10 textbook shortages

Some schools still waiting for the learning resources mid-year.

Manufacturers call for lower power costs, graft purge to spur growth

High cost of electricity identified as one of the biggest challenges facing local manufacturers.

Compensation panel pays out Sh674 million to 505 protest victims

latest phase of compensation covers 157 verified claims worth Sh225.4 million.

Abductions? Don't look at us, say police

National Police Service denies involvement in abductions, deepening mystery surrounding...

Sifuna to Ruto: Linda Mwananchi won't be used to split the Opposition

Maraga joins Sifuna, Orengo Linda Mwananchi camp in renewed push to oust Ruto

Former Chief Justice expresses readiness to work with like-minded Opposition leaders.

Court strikes out petition challenging Finance Act 2026 over MPs' absenteeism

High Court strikes out petition seeking to nullify Finance Act, 2026, Justice Otieno rules petitioners bypassed legal procedures for accessing National Assembly attendance records

Kenyan Shilling Gets Major Boost as Forex Reserves New Record

The two recent deals by the government are set to further inject a significant boost to reserves and further strengthen the shilling amid the shock to global economies as a result of the situation in the Middle East.

Ndindi Nyoro to William Ruto: I regret supporting you

While publicly declaring that he has ditched Rutos United Democratic Alliance Party, Nyoro on Friday said he regrets having supported the current Kenya Kwanza administration.

NPS Responds to Claims of Holding Abducted Kenyans at Police Stations

The statement comes amid continued criticism from rights groups over the use of plain-clothes officers and police wearing balaclavas during protests, despite existing court orders.

DCI Nabs Suspects With Ksh6 Million Fake Cash

It is unclear whether the group has used some of the fake money or not, with police probing the matter to establish the whole counterfeiting network.