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NAIROBI, Kenya - On the fringes of Eldoret City, just a stone's throw away from Sugoi where President William Ruto calls home, a family convenes not for celebration but in an atmosphere heavy with longing and despair. This isn't your usual Sunday barbeque gossip. The buzz around the humble, leafy compound shimmers with a blend of hope and disbelief. Neighbors, faces warm with anticipation, quietly file in, carrying tales of a man presumed lost in the labyrinths of fate. Sgt. Abdullahi Isse Ibrahim, a name once conjured with…

Mogadishu (AX) – With a voice as commanding as a ship's captain braving a storm, former Somali President Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed issued a stern warning to the federal government this past Friday. At the heart of his concern? A looming political quagmire: unilateral elections. Picture this: a nation split at the seams, fraying edges evident unless sanity prevails through dialogue, something sorely lacking in today's discourse. Once upon a headline, Sheikh Sharif, now helming the Himilo Qaran Party, stepped into the fray…

In a pivotal move, Israel's government has greenlit a ceasefire agreement with Hamas, signaling a tentative step toward peace in the long-embattled Gaza Strip. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office confirmed this development just a day before the truce is set to take effect. After a marathon meeting lasting over six hours, the Israeli cabinet ratified an accord that could finally put an end to a relentless 15-month war in the Palestinian enclave under Hamas control. The atmosphere was thick with tension, but there was…

Kismayo (AX) – Jubaland's spirited leader, Ahmed Mohamed Islam Madobe, boarded a private jet on Saturday morning, setting his sights on Kenya. It's his first cross-border jaunt since he snagged the presidency of Jubaland once again—a victory that the Somali federal government has dished out cold shoulders and a tight-lipped refusal to acknowledge. A swathe of diplomats awaits him in Kenya, where whispers in government corridors suggest that talks will orbit around the thorny political landscape of Somalia. High on the…

Somalia's Legal Evolution: A Mosaic in the Making The essence of a thriving society often beats in rhythm with the heart of its governing laws. For Somalia, these laws are whispering transformations, evolving in tandem with its vibrant culture and tumultuous history. The Provisional Constitution that emerged in 2012 attempted to create stability but left many areas ripe for further exploration and consensus. The Constitution, a dynamic tapestry of governance, sets the stage for legal structures, political interplay, and…

NAIROBI, Kenya - In a rather unwelcome update, Kenya announced the confirmation of two additional mpox cases this past Friday. That pushes the nation's total count to a less-than-comforting number of 33. Picture this: in a brief yet sobering press release, Mary Muriuki, who helms the reins as principal secretary at the Health Ministry, informed the public. It’s a tale of viral spread across two picturesque locales, Kericho and Taita Taveta. These counties are now unwittingly part of a broader, unnerving tapestry spanning…

In the spirited heart of Nairobi, amidst celebrations at Uhuru Park on January 1, 2025, the air buzzed with more than just fireworks and selfie snaps. People eagerly embracing the New Year couldn't help but feel a tinge of optimism about Kenya's economic prospects. As folks captured memories with friends and family, somewhere in the background, a pivotal announcement also caught the attention. (Photo by Joy Nabukewa/Xinhua) With the economic crystal ball laid bare by the National Treasury, Kenya stands on the cusp…

Mogadishu (AX) – In a whirl of political drama that's brighter than a winter carnival, the Somali Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Hassan Moalim, took a bold stand against opposition groups, accusing them of monkey-wrenching the efforts to pass pivotal laws—the kind that would redefine the nation's electoral process. He’s made it clear: they are playing with fire! On a breezy Thursday in Mogadishu, with the hibiscus flowers trying to outshine the sun, Minister Moalim didn’t mince words in his address.…

In an unsettling turn of events, countless residents of Los Angeles have been ordered to evacuate as relentless wildfires wreak havoc across the region. Authorities have now confirmed that these displaced individuals will not be able to return home for at least a week—if not longer—due to the looming threats of electrocution, landslides, and exposure to hazardous materials. Understandably, frustration is bubbling beneath the surface among evacuees. Many are incensed by these restrictions, particularly those who are eager to…

It’s not every day that the streets of London echo with an honor befitting someone of extraordinary courage and compassion. Recently, Bernárd Lynch, the illustrious Irish activist and former Catholic priest, was bestowed the Freedom of the City of London, a recognition reserved for those who truly leave a mark on society. Nestled in the heart of Ennis, County Clare, Lynch’s journey is nothing short of remarkable. His prominence burgeoned amidst the tumultuous backdrop of New York City during the height of the AIDS crisis.…