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On a bustling Wednesday, Kenyan President William Ruto presided over the launch of a global travel exposition in Nairobi. His goal? To amplify tourist numbers by spreading marketing wings into untapped, fresh markets.Amidst this splendid event, visitors admired the breathtaking views from a vantage point overlooking Kenya’s legendary Great Rift Valley in Kiambu County, captured in a photo on September 10, 2024. (Xinhua/Han Xu)During this vibrant gathering, President Ruto reiterated his vision for diversifying Kenya's allure…

The United Nations Security Council has extended the mission of the Multinational Security Support (MSS) up to October 2, 2025, as sanctioned by resolution 2699 (2023).It also reminded Haiti and the MSS leadership to routinely update the Secretary-General and the Council on deployment progress.Working under Chapter VII of the UN Charter, this extension pushed the original end date from October 2, 2024.The Council announced its intent to consider a UN Peace Operation to assist the Haitian National Police (HNP) in maintaining…

NAIROBI, Kenya - In a brutal turn of events, Kenyan police allegedly unleashed unnecessary force on peaceful protesters trying to storm parliament during demonstrations against harsh taxation and spending laws, Amnesty International reports. Approximately 64 individuals perished. The police clashed with young activists demanding the repeal of the Finance Bill, a three-month showdown that culminated in a tragic shootout. The aftermath left numerous casualties, some grappling with severe injuries. The chaos…

Kenya’s administration is on the cusp of securing a hefty $1.5 billion loan from the United Arab Emirates at an 8.2% interest rate, aiming to address the financial shortfall plaguing the East African nation, a source in the know told Reuters. "Kenya is broadening its budget support sources," noted the insider, hinting that "the deal is practically in the bag." The finance ministry and central bank of the UAE didn't immediately respond to requests for a statement. Kenya's Finance Minister John Mbadi and top ministry…

Construction of $215M Road Linking Somalia and Ethiopia Faces Delays Over Security Issues NAIROBI, Kenya - Engineers in Kenya have hit the brakes on the construction of a major road intended to bolster connections between Kenya, Somalia, and Ethiopia due to escalating insecurity in the northeastern region. A spike in Al-Shabaab attacks is largely to blame. This 740-kilometer stretch of road aims to enhance regional socio-economic activities, particularly significant as Somalia recently joined the East African Community…

In addition to the weapons charge, Aden faced allegations of being in Kenya illegally, without a proper visa or pass, which violated the Kenya Citizenship and Immigration Act of 2011. He was released on a bond of KSh50,000 (USD 387.39) or had the option of a cash bail set at KSh30,000 (USD 232.43). The judge set his case to be mentioned on October 23, with the full hearing scheduled for April 24, 2025. Police reports linked Aden and his crew to several robbery and stabbing incidents in Eastleigh. Three of his partners in…

President William Ruto has assured Kenyan police officers stationed in Haiti that he is striving to secure superior equipment for them.Kenya is set to dispatch an additional 600 officers to Haiti in the upcoming weeks to combat the gangs that have taken control of much of Port-au-Prince and its neighboring regions.With this forthcoming group, the total number of Kenyan officers assigned since June to support Haiti's struggling police force will reach 1,000.During his visit to the Caribbean nation, President Ruto conveyed his…

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A recent study conducted by the IHE Delft Institute for Water Education sounds the alarm on how climate change is intensifying both the frequency and severity of extreme weather phenomena. This escalation is placing the world’s aging network of dams—more than 70,000 in total—under increased threat, particularly in regions marred by conflict where some structures lie neglected and abandoned. Take, for instance, the catastrophic failure of the Arbaat Dam in Port Sudan last August. The region experienced an unprecedented…

President William Ruto during an event at the Kenya School of Government on September 16, 2024. Image: PCS During an event brimming with anticipation yesterday, President William Ruto unveiled an ambitious plan requiring Sh106 billion to invigorate the National Police Service, Kenya Prisons Service, and the National Youth Service with much-needed reforms. Originally envisioned by a task force helmed by ex-Chief Justice David Maraga, these sweeping policing reforms were long-awaited. With palpable sincerity, Ruto shared…