Kenya

It's said that history doesn’t repeat, but it often rhymes. Can this phrase apply to Kenya's economic journey? Recently, whispers from unnamed insiders suggest a major shift in financial strategy. Insider sources, who chose to remain anonymous, leaked that the promised loan to Kenya will be delivered in full rather than in stages as originally intended. Such a financial influx at one go is quite unconventional, isn’t it? Not much has been said publicly; neither Kenya's Treasury Secretary John Mbadi nor the UAE…

In the often tumultuous sphere of global security, how do nations prepare for challenges that seem as ceaseless as the tides? Mogadishu, a city at the heart of such inquiries, recently witnessed an intriguing chapter in its journey of resilience and preparation. Here, among the echoes of both hope and conflict, stands an event worth pondering. The U.S. Army paratroopers have taken stride amidst Somali Danab special forces, together engaging in an exercise dubbed Justified Accord 2025 (JA25). Imagine, if you will, the…

In a compelling twist of diplomatic maneuvers, Kenya's Ministry of Foreign Affairs boldly declared its readiness to back peace initiatives in the tumultuous Sudan. This pronouncement followed a curious diplomatic kerfuffle: Sudan accused Kenya of breaching its sovereignty by hosting a gathering of the controversial Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Nairobi. But what does this really mean for regional politics and Kenya’s standing on the international stage? The Sudanese Government, in a statement drenched in indignation,…

Sudan Criticizes Kenya for Hosting RSF, Declares It an Aggressive Move NAIROBI, Kenya - The air was electric and fraught with indignation when Sudanese officials learned that Kenya had opened its doors to the Rapid Support Forces, a move perceived as a significant breach of diplomatic nicety. Gathering at the iconic Kenyatta International Conference Centre (KICC), the RSF's presence in Nairobi has drawn sharp rebukes from Sudan, questioning the integrity of Kenyan foreign policy. The corridors of diplomacy now…

Sudan Voices Dismay Over Kenyan Event Involving Rapid Support Forces In a world teetering on the edge of diplomacy and chaos, every action can send ripples across continents. On Tuesday, Sudan's foreign ministry articulated its profound regret regarding Kenya's decision to facilitate a political gathering for a coalition aligned with the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). One might wonder, in a landscape where alliances define fates, why would Kenya host such an event? The Nairobi-hosted event unfolded on Tuesday, serving as a…

In a candid discussion on February 10, 2025, Owino's words laid bare an unsettling truth: the vetting procedure imposed on Somalis had inadvertently fostered corruption. "We just created an opportunity for people to eat," he remarked, encapsulating the sentiment that this process was more a bureaucratic charade than a necessity. Isn't it ironic how measures intended to strengthen can instead unravel at the seams? Kenya's existing ID registration process, according to Owino, is robust enough, encompassing thorough…

In a resolute stride toward equity in public service, President William Ruto inaugurated Kenya's 10th immigration office on Thursday, nestled in the heart of Garissa County. This significant move aims to streamline the passport application process for the residents of Northern Kenya. But why is this such a momentous occasion? Picture a resident from Mandera, Wajir, or Tana River, trekking arduous journeys to Nairobi, Mombasa, or Nakuru merely to procure a passport. The inconvenience and costs add up, don't they? Now, with a…

In a significant development on Thursday, Kenya announced that it had dispatched 144 additional police officers to join the Multinational Security Support Mission in Haiti, aiming to combat the persistent specter of gang violence plaguing the Caribbean nation. This fresh contingent is part of an endeavor strikingly complex yet courageously undertaken. Onesimus Kipchumba Murkomen, the Cabinet Secretary for the Ministry of Interior and National Administration, detailed that the group includes 120 men and 24 women. They are…

Ethiopia’s National Intelligence and Security Service (NISS) has revealed that the ongoing security operation by Kenya against the Oromo Liberation Army (OLA) is a concerted effort with Ethiopian security forces. This operation, targeting “OLA camps” on both sides of the border, underscores a strategy where borderlines blur into zones of mutual concern and cooperation. What has led these two countries to act in unison against threats lurking at geographical seams? On February 4, NISS issued a statement indicating that this…

GARISSA - There’s a palpable change in the air as President William Ruto of Kenya recently announced a decisive shift in policy that's been long awaited by the Somali community residing in the country's northeastern region. For decades, the community endured a painstaking bureaucratic process just to obtain identification cards. This policy, entrenched over the past 60 years, has now been dismantled with the president's decree. Unveiling this policy shift in the town of Wajir, Ruto articulated a…