HOMABAY, Friday, 26th January – The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has apprehended five individuals in connection with a massive tender fraud and conflict of interest scandal, over a Sh348,927,840 million earmarked for the construction of the Homabay County Assembly office block. In a detailed statement issued today, the anti-graft authority named the accused as…
NAIROBI, 16th January 2026 – A day after his business, estimated at Sh250 million, was demolished, the High Court has extended the orders issued in November last year freezing the five bank accounts of beleaguered Kiambu Governor Paul Kimani Wamatangi, his spouse, children and associates over an alleged Sh813 million corruption and economic crimes case….
GENEVA, January 2026 — The affordability of sugary drinks and alcoholic beverages is rising globally due to persistently low tax rates, a trend the World Health Organisation (WHO) warns is directly fuelling epidemics of obesity, diabetes, heart disease, cancers, and injuries, with children and young adults particularly at risk. In two stark new global reports…
KISUMU, 14th January -A fierce political storm is brewing in Kisumu County, pitting Deputy Governor Dr. Mathews Owili against Nyakach MP Aduma Owuor in a war of words that exposes deep fissures within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM). The clash, ignited by a recent birthday celebration for the late party leader Raila Odinga, has escalated…
KAMPALA, Uganda – Uganda is gearing up for a crucial election on Thursday, January 15th, 2026, with the big question lingering on everyone’s lips: will the people opt for continuity or usher in a new era of change? The East African country is at crossroads with a rich history of post-independence leaders, including Sir Edward…
“The move will have a huge impact on Africa’s Development,Peacebuilding, Humanitarian Response, and the Implementation of AU’s Agenda 2063 and the SDGs 2030 Agenda,” Says Mohammed Youssouf ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia -The African Union Commission (AU) Chairperson Mohammed Youssouf, has taken note of the recent Presidential Memorandum issued by the USA government directing the cessation of…
NYERI -The national government is injecting Sh21 billion into development projects across Nyeri County, targeting infrastructure, housing, and youth empowerment in a major economic push. The investment package includes the construction of 8,000 affordable housing units, 20 modern markets, and hostels for 7,200 students. Speaking during the commissioning of the new Karatina Marigiti ESP Modern…
NAIROBI, 13th January -In preparation for the 2027 General Elections, the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has announced the resumption of Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) in various constituencies, which were suspended and set to begin on Monday, 12th January 2026. IEBC seeks to register 6 3 million new eligible voters, 70 percent of whom…
MOROCCO, January- Nigeria defeated Algeria 2-0 to romp into the semi finals of the CAF Africa Cup of Nations 2025 on Saturday 10th January. With their eyes trained on winning the much- coveted continental trophy, the Super Eagles began to fly when they scored the first goal of the match in 47th minute inside the…
RABAT, 10 January – Morocco mauled Cameroon 2-0 to book a semi-final berth at the Total Energies CAF Africa Cup of Nations 2025, played at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, Morocco. It was dependable forward Brahim Diaz who opened the scoring for the Atlas Lions in the 26th minute of the first half. In…
