Nairobi

NAIROBI, Kenya - In the swirling political landscape of the Horn of Africa, a recent development has been stirring the pot. Ahmed Islam Mohamed Madobe, the head honcho of Jubaland, took a rather bold and unannounced trip to Kenya. This little escapade has caused quite the stir within Villa Somalia, the political heart of the country, and now there's a storm a-brewing. Word on the street is that Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre has found himself in a bit of a pickle with President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. They can't seem to see…

Snapshot of a Mystery: On a brisk October day in 2024, security cameras caught glimpses of Hashim Dagane Muhumed, already notorious in Nairobi circles, carting away two hefty bags from a Lavington apartment. The authorities suspect these bags held grim secrets—the dismembered pieces of Deka Abdinoor Gorone, the woman he was growing ever more notorious for allegedly killing. This chilling footage has added gasoline to the investigation and sparked a fierce debate around safety and justice in Nairobi. Source: DCI Kenya "In…

In Nairobi, Lang’ata Cemetery saw a gathering of people to pay homage as three Somali women, victims of a harrowing murder, found their final resting place. This solemn ceremony has underscored the pressing need for justice and security reforms. CREDIT Ahmed Shafat NAIROBI, Kenya (AX) — On a somber Saturday, three Somali women who were kidnapped and brutally murdered in a shocking act that left Kenya reeling, were laid to rest in Nairobi. Waris Daud, along with her daughter Nuseyba Abdi Mohammed and niece Amina Abdirashid,…

NAIROBI, Kenya (AX) — In the heart of Nairobi on Saturday evening, Geoffrey Mosiria, the county's Chief Officer for Environment, swooped down on the Somali-owned Fay Bistrow lounge situated in Kilimani. This operation was a response to continuous clamor from the locals about escalated noise levels. It's all part of Nairobi's ongoing hustle to shush the city's residential zones, and the episode sure stirred the pot. Despite several advisories given to the nightclub's management to dial back on the decibels, they seemed to…

Somalia: Opposition MP Flown to Nairobi Amid "Suspected Poisoning" Concerns MOGADISHU, Somalia - Mohamed Abukar Jafar, an outspoken opposition MP, urgently flew to Nairobi, sparking fears of potentially sinister political maneuvering due to a suspected poisoning. A staunch critic of President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud's rule, Jafar's abrupt health decline thrust him into an immediate medical journey to foreign lands. Before his transfer to Kenya's bustling capital, Jafar had been under treatment at Mogadishu Hospital…

Somalia Embassy Refutes Contractor's $256,000 Claim in Nairobi NAIROBI, Kenya - Somalia firmly denies allegations suggesting it owes a contractor a substantial $257,000 for embassy renovations in Nairobi. This response comes in light of a legal claim demanding full payment for purported services rendered. Mohamud Ahmed Nur Tarsan, previously Somalia’s envoy to Kenya, swiftly dismissed the accusations as 'groundless and unfounded.' He asserted that the contractor had been compensated completely and labeled the claims as…

Ethiopian Airlines Halts Flights to Nairobi Amid Unrest Nairobi, Kenya - Ethiopian Airlines, renowned as one of Africa's most reliable national carriers, declared a disruption of flights to Nairobi, Kenya's bustling capital. This upheaval was spurred by a rift between aviation laborers and Kenya’s government. On Wednesday, employees at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) in Nairobi—the largest hub in East Africa—halted work. Their protest was in response to a governmental agreement aimed at expanding the facility.…

Tragic Fire Claims Lives at Kenyan School Dormitory The devastating toll from a fire at a school dormitory in central Kenya has escalated, reaching 21 as two more students succumbed to their injuries in the hospital. This heartbreaking incident has ignited serious concerns regarding safety protocols within educational institutions across the nation. As night descended, flames erupted again at a girls' school in the same region, generating conflicting reports about injuries sustained. Earlier on Saturday, the country’s…

Clashes Erupt Between Police and Protesters Amid Tax Reforms in Kenya Once more, police clashed with anti-tax demonstrators in Kenya on Thursday, even after the president retracted a contentious law. Protesters, who vowed a march to the State House last week, remain skeptical about President William Ruto's promises to repeal the tax increases and implement budget cuts. On Wednesday, Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua implored the youth involved in protests to put their plans on hold and consider engaging in constructive…

Tragic Unrest Erupts in Kenya Amidst Anti-Tax Protests At least thirteen individuals have been reported dead during the recent protests in Kenya opposing tax hikes, according to a statement from a medical association announced on Wednesday. The number of casualties surged following a day of unrest that escalated when demonstrators clashed violently with law enforcement, who resorted to firing live ammunition as protesters breached the parliamentary gates. Witnessing the unexpected upheaval—marked by parts of the…