President William Ruto has announced a new push to promote multilingualism as a national priority, urging Kenyans to learn foreign languages such as German, French, Chinese, and Spanish to enhance their global competitiveness. Speaking on Thursday during the opening of the Third National Executive Retreat in Kajiado, President Ruto revealed that
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Thika Police Officer Shot Dead During Violent Clash with Boda Boda Rider
A police constable attached to the Special Police Intercept and Verification (SPIV) unit was fatally shot on Tuesday evening in Cravers, Thika West Sub-county, following a violent confrontation with a boda boda rider during a routine inspection. Eyewitnesses reported that the officer and three colleagues had stopped a motorcycle for
UN Accuses Sudan’s Warring Parties of Weaponizing Aid, Fueling Famine and War Crimes
The United Nations has issued a stark warning that Sudan’s warring factions are deliberately obstructing humanitarian aid, exacerbating famine and committing war crimes as the conflict enters its third year with no end in sight. In a damning report presented to the UN Human Rights Council on Tuesday, the Independent
Leaders Push for Ojwang’s death investigation, Condemn the death row.
The death of Albert Ojwang while in police custody at Nairobi Central Police Station has continued to spark a public outcry, with leaders demanding urgent investigations, accountability, and justice.Ojwang, who was reportedly arrested in Homa Bay and later brought to the station, died under what police described as suicide. The
Hawker Fatally Shot by Police During Nairobi Protest as Anger Over Ojwang’s Death Grows
A hawker was shot dead by police during protests in Nairobi’s Central Business District (CBD) on Tuesday, sparking fresh outrage over alleged police brutality amid ongoing demonstrations demanding justice for Albert Ojwang, a blogger and teacher who died in police custody last week. Eyewitnesses identified the victim as a street
Siaya Blogger Fined KSh 3 Million for Defamation
The Siaya Resident Magistrate’s Court has ordered blogger Michael Oduor, popularly known as Mike Ochieng’, to pay KSh 3 million in general damages for defaming Siaya County Public Service Board CEO Wilfred Nyagudi. Resident Magistrate Jacob Mkala delivered the ruling on Tuesday, finding Oduor guilty of publishing false and damaging statements
President Ruto Condenms Death of Ojwang, Orders Investigations.
Kenyan President William Ruto has strongly condemned the death of 31-year-old Albert Ojwang while in police custody, describing the incident as “heartbreaking and unacceptable.” He called for a swift and transparent investigation into the circumstances surrounding Ojwang’s death, which has sparked nationwide outrage. Ojwang, a blogger known for his
IG Kanja Apologises After Police Retract False Report On Ojwang’s Death in Custody.
IG Kanja Apologizes After Police Retract False Report on Ojwang’s Death in CustodyPost-mortem reveals Albert Ojwang died from multiple injuries, contradicting police claim he "hit his head on a wall." Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja was forced to apologize before the Senate on Wednesday after a police report falsely claimed
Tanzania Blocks Opposition Leaders from leaving the Country
Tanzania has recently drawn international attention after blocking several opposition officials from leaving the country. The move is seen as part of a broader crackdown on dissent under President Samia Suluhu Hassan's administration.Prominent opposition figures, including members of the CHADEMA party (Chama cha Demokrasia na Maendeleo), were prevented from boarding flights
