Venezuela deports a close ally of Maduro to face criminal proceedings in US

Venezuela's government said Saturday it deported a close ally of Nicolás Maduro facing several criminal investigations in the U.S. less than three years after the businessman was pardoned by President Joe Biden as part of a prisoner swap. The decision marks a stark reversal for Alex Saab, who Maduro fought tooth and nail to bring [...] The post Venezuela deports a close ally of Maduro to face criminal proceedings in US appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Concern for Kenya After WHO Declares Ebola Emergency in DRC and Uganda

Ebola is a severe viral haemorrhagic disease believed to originate from bats and spreads through direct contact with infected bodily fluids or contaminated materials

WHO declares Ebola outbreak in DR Congo a global health emergency

The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congos eastern Ituri province a public health emergency of international concern. The agency added that the outbreak, with around 246 suspected cases and 80 deaths reported, does not meet the criteria of a pandemic emergency. WHO director general Dr Tedros [...] The post WHO declares Ebola outbreak in DR Congo a global health emergency appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Canadian from hantavirus-hit cruise ship tests positive

A Canadian who sailed on the cruise ship MV Hondius which was hit by a hantavirus outbreak in April has tested positive for the disease, officials in the province of British Columbia say. The individual, one of four people isolating on Vancouver Island after leaving the ship, had developed mild symptoms. The provinces senior health [...] The post Canadian from hantavirus-hit cruise ship tests positive appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Trump-backed challenger defeats Republican senator who voted to convict president

A Trump-backed challenger has defeated a two-term Republican senator who voted to convict the president at his 2021 impeachment trial. Congresswoman Julia Letlow will advance to a runoff next month, ousting incumbent Bill Cassidy, who President Donald Trump branded a disloyal disaster ahead of Louisianas high-stakes contest on Saturday. State treasurer John Fleming, another Trump-aligned [...] The post Trump-backed challenger defeats Republican senator who voted to convict president appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Govt to Vet all TVETS Nationwide in Fresh Crackdown

The exercise comes amid a crackdown on rogue colleges accused of issuing fake accreditations and unapproved certificates.

Traders List Food Items Likely to Increase in Price After Fuel Hike

Kenyans have been urged to brace for price hikes in everyday food items as farmers and transporters lament over high fuel prices.

KURA Announces 2-Week Closure of Busy Nairobi Road

The closure is likely to affect thousands of commuters who depend on the road for their daily movements in and out of the city.

Indian tycoon Gautam Adani offers Sh1.29 trillion US investment as bribery case weakens

The US Justice Department is on the verge of dropping high-profile criminal fraud charges...

Why 56,000 qualified students are yet to apply for university

Cost barriers, course relevance and alternative pathways are among reasons many haven't applied...

Strange bedfellows: How 'Wantam' push is forging team of rivals against Ruto

Leaders who previously could not see eye- to-eye, have realised that a fragmented opposition...

How weak systems fuel misuse of funds in counties

Irregular expenditure and weak governance drive mismanagement.

Fears of fuel adulteration return as diesel prices rise

Sh90 gap between the price of diesel and kerosene 'may revive Kenya's black market'.

Kenya fights to keep Safari Rally on the global calendar

Safari Rally was dropped from the global calendar in 2002 for lack of government funding and...

Going for President: Kalonzo registers 2027 trademark in warning shot to rivals

According to latest poll, he is the second favourite pick for president among Kenyans.

'Useless men; half-men': Male GBV survivors face online ridicule despite calls to speak out

Public sensitisation remains crucial in addressing violence, shame and harmful gender stereotypes.

Why Kenyans are going to the movies alone

Those who enjoy it say that it is the perfect 'me time', a good way to shut out the world.

The hidden health crisis inside Kenya's water systems

Restoring stability at UoN should be new VC's goal

With the UoN leadership stalemate resolved, attention shifts to Kenyatta, Moi, and Maseno...

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