US strikes on alleged drug boats could be crimes against humanity, says UN

A UN report has concluded that recent US airstrikes on vessels allegedly trafficking drugs breached international law and could constitute crimes against humanity. The report by Special Rapporteur Ben Saul said since September last year there had been at least 68 US strikes in the Caribbean and Pacific, outside US territorial waters, which killed more [...] The post US strikes on alleged drug boats could be crimes against humanity, says UN appeared first on Kahawatungu.

What is in a name? Two churches battle over use of 'Gospel of God'

Rival church factions contest over lawful right to use name and claim assets acquired under it.

'We wrote the incentives': Ruto offers Kenya as test case on African risk

President Ruto says Kenya will open its risk data to rating agencies, challenging African financing rules that favour government debt over infrastructure, calls for reforms based on local evidence.

Stakeholders call for stronger action against alcohol abuse  

Stakeholders in Homa Bay County have called for stronger community action against alcohol and substance abuse, warning that the effects of alcohol consumption extend beyond individual users to families and the wider community. The call came Monday during an alcohol awareness walk organised by Blue Cross Kenya as part of its activities marking 30 years of...

Sheep farming gains popularity in Marakwet West 

Every time Gladys Kanda looks at her flock of sheep, she sees more than livestock grazing around her farm. She happily explains seeing it as an investment that can multiply to become a handsome source of income in case any need arises and also as an enterprise supported by a ready appetite for mutton in...

Kenya deepens AI capacity building through Huawei training in Shenzhen

Kenya is deepening the capacity of its ICT leadership to harness Artificial Intelligence and other emerging technologies, following a week-long knowledge exchange programme in Shenzhen, China, that brought government ICT directors closer to the technologies, strategies and practices shaping the digital future. Held from September 12 to 19, 2026, the programme was coordinated by the...

UN-Habitat lauds Kisii waste management efforts

The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) has commended Kisii County for its efforts to improve waste management, saying the initiatives have contributed to cleaner neighborhoods and the transformation of public spaces in Kisii Municipality and other urban centres. Speaking during the 2026 World Cleanup Day celebrations at the Kisii Agricultural Training Centre (ATC), Head...

Court Issues New Directions on Release of Utumishi Girls' Fire Suspects

The tragedy, which put the whole country at a standstill, led to the death of 16 girls and more than 70 were injured.

Kenya launches mediation hub for peace and security in learning institutions

Kenya has launched a national mediation hub designed to promote peace, alternative dispute resolution and preventive security across educational institutions. The hub was conceptualized under the Jukwaa la Wasomi Initiative and is domiciled at the Wangari Maathai Institute for Peace and Environmental Studies at the University of Nairobi. The platform is designed to connect more [...] The post Kenya launches mediation hub for peace and security in learning institutions appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Families given 21 days to claim 443 Shakahola victims' bodies

The Kilifi County Government has given the families of victims of the Shakahola massacre 21 days to identify and collect the 443 bodies preserved at the Malindi Sub-County Hospital.

Why the Grammys will not do African edition any time soon despite Ruto promise

What's emerging is a longer-term deal between Kenya's music industry and US-based Recording...

Tosh Gitonga's woes deepen as court slaps him with bill over Sh1.1m debt

Kramer refuted Tosh's claims that he is facing financial troubles.

Sifuna to unveil new party in October

Are girls getting their periods earlier? And can parents do anything about it?

Research points to earlier puberty in some populations, but genetics, body weight and several...

'Tell Targok I was here': CS Murkomen orders hunt for illicit brewer

'Tell Targok I was here': CS Murkomen orders hunt for illicit brewer

The CS warned security officers to bring an end to sale of illegal brews or lose their jobs.

The Bad Samaritan who returned to help his victims

'You have 21 days': Kilifi County issues notice to Shakahola families

Unclaimed bodies at the end of the period will be disposed of in accordance with the law.

Nairobi Hospital to court: Why case challenging AGM should be struck out

Hospital says petition improperly seeks to turn internal dispute into a constitutional matter.

Court rejects Nairobi County Assembly 'ghost workers' suit

Petitioner had challenged the fitness of Kennedy Ng'ondi to serve as Nairobi County Assembly...