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Kisumu Mamboleo Accident Victims to Be Laid to Rest on Saturday

Preparations are in high gear in Kisumu County for the burial of the Kisumu Mamboleo accident victims, set for Saturday, 16th August. The fatal crash, which occurred earlier this month, claimed several lives and left many others injured, sending shockwaves through the community. The accident happened along the busy Mamboleo–Kibos road, a stretch notorious for…

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Babu Owino Seeks Law Change to Help Kenyans With Criminal Records Get Jobs

Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has tabled a proposal in Parliament to amend Kenya’s Criminal Procedure Code through the Babu Owino criminal records amendment. The goal is to make it easier for Kenyans with past criminal convictions to access employment opportunities and reintegrate into society. Babu Owino says the current system unfairly punishes individuals long…

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Kivu Sexual Violence Cases Top 17,000 Amid Conflict Escalation

In the Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC) conflict-ridden Kivu region, more than 17,000 victims of sexual violence received medical treatment in just five months last year, according to a new humanitarian report. The staggering figure emerged as fighting intensified between Congolese government forces and M23 rebels, pushing the already fragile region into deeper crisis. Aid…

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Mediamax Redundancy: Sixth Major Staff Shake-Up Rocks Media Giant

Mediamax Network Limited has announced yet another restructuring, marking its sixth redundancy exercise in just four years. The move comes as the media giant grapples with a tough economic environment, shrinking advertising revenues, and shifting audience habits in an increasingly digital-first world. The company, which operates a diverse portfolio including K24 TV, People Daily, Milele…

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EACC and South Africa’s SIU to Deepen Anti-Corruption Collaboration

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has announced plans to intensify collaboration with South Africa’s Special Investigating Unit (SIU) to bolster the fight against corruption across the region. The strengthened partnership will focus on joint investigations, capacity building, and intelligence sharing to address the growing threat of cross-border graft and financial crimes. EACC officials noted…

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Uganda’s 2026 Presidential Race Attracts Record 88 Aspirants

Uganda’s political stage is heating up ahead of the January 12, 2026 presidential election. The country’s Electoral Commission has confirmed receiving 88 applications from individuals seeking to run for the nation’s top seat—a record number in modern history and a potential sign of growing political competition. The figure includes five women and 32 new male…

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Bangkok Market Shooting Leaves Six Dead, Including Gunman

BANGKOK, July 28, 2025 — At least six people, including the gunman, are dead after a shocking mass shooting rocked Or Tor Kor Market in Bangkok’s Chatuchak district on Monday afternoon. The incident began shortly after 12:38 p.m. local time, when a 61-year-old man entered the bustling food market dressed in black and carrying a…

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Cornwall Double Murder Investigation After Two Bodies Found

Police in Cornwall have launched two separate murder investigations after two bodies were discovered less than 10 miles apart. Although the discoveries happened days apart, detectives have confirmed that the cases are not linked. The first body was found in Paramoor Woods near Sticker during the ongoing search for 43-year-old Daniel Coleman, who was reported…

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Government Education Funding Crisis Kenya 2025 – What’s Really Happening?

By June Wambui | July 25, 2025 The government education funding crisis in Kenya 2025 has reached a breaking point. This week, the Treasury confirmed it can no longer afford to fully fund free education, including HELB loans, public universities, and secondary schools. This decision marks a shift that will impact thousands of learners across the country….

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President Ruto Defends Building Church at State House: “I Have No Apologies To Make”

Nairobi, Kenya – July 4, 2025President William Ruto has addressed recent media reports about the construction of a church within State House Nairobi, confirming the project and firmly standing by his decision. “Naambiwa kwa magazeti leo wanasema najenga kanisa State House. Ni ukweli. I have no apologies to make for that,” said the President. Ruto…

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