Haiti is reeling from a weekend tragedy after a deadly stampede at a historic former military citadel in the northern part of the country. On Monday, Haiti’s National Police announced the arrest of seven individuals suspected of playing a role in the chaos that led to the crushing deaths of
Author: Henry Omondi
Council of Governors Condemns Alleged Assault on Governor by Senators, Calls for Justice
Council warns that physical aggression threatens democratic norms and public trust. The Council of Governors (CoG) has strongly condemned what it describes as a “shocking and unacceptable assault” on Samburu Governor Lati Lelelit outside the Senate precincts on April 1, 2026. The alleged incident, involving a group of Senators, has sparked
Senegal Stripped of Title: Afcon Ruling Is Lawful, but It Puts Caf’s Reputation at Risk
The Confederation of African Football's decision to strip Senegal of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title has sparked fierce debate across the continent, raising questions about procedural justice and the integrity of the competition. The Confederation of African Football (Caf) has stripped Senegal of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations
Larry Madowo Named Human Rights Defender of the Year
CNN correspondent bestowed with the award over his coverage of Gen Z protests, highlighting human rights abuses in the East African Community. Renowned CNN correspondent Larry Madowo has been named Human Rights Defender of the Year in recognition of his courageous coverage of the Gen Z-led protests across East Africa and
Spain Closes Airspace to US Aircraft Involved in Iran War
Madrid says decision aims to "not do anything that could encourage an escalation" as European ally distances itself from American military action. Spain has closed its airspace to United States aircraft involved in the ongoing war with Iran, marking a significant diplomatic rift between the two NATO allies as the conflict
IEBC Uses Music to Woo Gen Z Voters in Kirinyaga
By tapping into youth culture, electoral commission officials hope to reverse low voter registration trends and increase participation among younger voters. The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has taken an unconventional approach to engaging young voters in Kirinyaga County, turning to music and youth culture to woo Gen Z voters
Sifuna ‘Mkombozi’ Anthem Goes Viral on Social Media
"Amezaliwa, Sifuna Mkombozi" becomes a rallying cry among supporters as the catchy chant sweeps across TikTok and other online platforms. In recent days, a new chant has swept across Kenyan social media platforms, particularly TikTok, where it has been embraced as an anthem for Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, transforming the veteran
Israeli Strike Kills Three Journalists in Lebanon Amid Accusations of Targeting Media Personnel
Lebanese president condemns attack as "blatant crime" as Israel confirms killing of Al Manar reporter, alleging Hezbollah affiliation. Three Lebanese journalists have been killed in a targeted Israeli strike on their media vehicle in southern Lebanon, local media reported, marking the latest in a series of attacks on journalists in the
Two Cuba-Bound Aid Ships Found Days After Disappearing in the Caribbean
Mexican Navy locates vessels with crew members safe as convoy continues mission to deliver humanitarian supplies to fuel-starved Cuba. Two boats filled with humanitarian supplies traveling from Mexico to Cuba have been located days after contact with them was lost in the Caribbean, organizers have confirmed, bringing relief to families and
Kericho Mass Grave Reveals Possible Collusion, Murkomen Says
Interior CS confirms arrests as investigations point to cooperation between officials and cemetery caretaker in burial irregularities. Preliminary investigations into the recent mass grave discovery in Kericho suggest possible collusion between certain officials and a cemetery caretaker, Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has revealed, describing the incident as