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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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Trump vs Musk: A Billionaire Feud That Could Shake U.S. Politics and Business

In an escalating war of words and power, former President Donald Trump and tech mogul Elon Musk are locked in a dramatic political and business feud that’s grabbing headlines and shaking up Wall Street. The fallout? Billions of dollars in potential losses, threats of political retaliation, and whispers of a brand-new political party. The Flashpoint:…

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Israel–Iran War: U.S. Military Joins Conflict in Escalating Middle East Showdown

The Middle East is once again in turmoil as a full-scale conflict has erupted between Israel and Iran, sending geopolitical shockwaves across the globe. What began as covert tensions quickly spiraled into overt war by mid-June 2025. The United States, after initially deploying forces to defend Israel, has now shifted into an offensive role, launching…

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Government Waives Medical Bills for Victims of June 17 and 25 Protests

The Ministry of Health has announced a full waiver of medical bills for all individuals injured during the nationwide protests held on June 17 and 25, 2025. Speaking on Monday, Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale confirmed that Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) will absorb all treatment costs through its Disaster Emergency Fund, offering relief to victims…

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Tragedy in Custody: Influencer Albert Ojwang Dies After Detention Over “False Publication” Allegations

NAIROBI, Kenya – The digital community is mourning the shocking death of Albert Ojwang, a rising influencer who died in police custody after being detained over allegations of false publication. His death has sparked a national outcry, renewed scrutiny of Kenya’s cybercrime laws, and calls for justice across social media. 🎙️ Who Was Albert Ojwang?…

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