Washington, D.C. — In a sweeping escalation of his protectionist trade agenda, former President Donald Trump has announced a significant hike in the United States' baseline tariff rate, raising it to 15 percent on a broad range of imported goods. The move, unveiled during a campaign-style speech focused on his economic
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Johnson Muthama’s Ex-Wife Joyce Nzisa Dies, to Be Buried in Kilome
Nairobi — Family and friends are in mourning following the passing of Joyce Nzisa, the former wife of Machakos Senatorial aspirant and veteran politician Johnson Muthama. Nzisa passed away recently, leaving behind a legacy of family and community involvement. According to family sources, Nzisa died after a period of illness. While the
DP Kindiki Urges Calm Amid Rising Political Heat
Nairobi — Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has called for calm and restraint among Kenyans amid escalating political temperatures in the country, assuring the nation that the government remains firmly in control of the situation. Speaking during a public engagement on Tuesday, Kindiki addressed growing tensions that have emerged in recent weeks, characterized
Kenya Airways Cancels Nairobi–New York Flights Amid Severe Blizzard in New York
Nairobi — Kenya Airways (KQ) has announced the cancellation of its flagship flights between Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) and New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) due to severe weather conditions battering the Northeastern United States. In a statement released to passengers on Tuesday, the national carrier cited a
Police Urge Calm After Fatal Incident Sparks Overnight Unrest in Huruma
Nairobi police have issued a strong appeal for calm following a night of violent unrest in the Huruma estate, triggered by a fatal incident involving a local youth. According to preliminary police reports, the disturbance began after a young man was fatally shot during an alleged confrontation with officers on
Waiguru Calls for Unity, Urges Mt. Kenya to Honour ‘Kumi ya Ruto’ Pact
Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has issued a firm call for political loyalty, urging the Mount Kenya region to honour what she terms the ‘Kumi ya Ruto’ pact by solidly backing President William Ruto. Speaking in the region, Waiguru framed the agreement as a binding political and economic covenant that secured the region’s
Ruto Unveils Four-Point Plan to Turn Nairobi Into a World-Class Capital
President William Ruto has laid out an ambitious four-pillar strategy aimed at transforming Nairobi into a modern, world-class capital city, drawing inspiration from what he described as a “Singapore-style” development model. The President said Nairobi is central to Kenya’s overall transformation agenda and should serve as a benchmark for development across
ODM Rebel Leaders Draw a Hard Line Against Alliance With Ruling Party
A group of Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leaders has firmly dismissed suggestions of a political pact with the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA), insisting the party will not align itself with a government whose agenda it does not share. Addressing supporters at a rally in Busia, Siaya Governor James Orengo said
Haiti’s Transitional Council Installs Prime Minister, Ushering in New Phase
Port-au-Prince, Haiti – In a pivotal move aimed at ending months of political paralysis and rampant gang violence, Haiti’s newly formed transitional council has formally transferred executive power to Prime Minister Garry Conille. The handover, conducted in a guarded ceremony, marks the official start of a fragile interim government tasked
King Charles III to Host Nigerian President for State Visit in March
King Charles III is set to host Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a formal state visit this March, Buckingham Palace has announced. The visit, a key diplomatic event, underscores the enduring and dynamic partnership between the United Kingdom and Nigeria, Africa’s most populous nation and largest economy. The upcoming engagement,