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
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Winnie Byanyima Fears for Besigye’s Safety in Custody
Winnie Byanyima, the wife of veteran Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye, has raised urgent concerns regarding her husband's safety while in custody. During an interview with a local newspaper on February 21, 2026, Byanyima characterized Uganda as having devolved into a "naked dictatorship," where the safety of individuals hangs in
Gold Rush Erupts in Johannesburg Informal Settlement
A gold rush has captivated an informal settlement east of Johannesburg, South Africa, following recent reports of gold particle discoveries. A resident from the impoverished neighborhood of Springs claimed to have unearthed several gold nuggets while digging in an outdoor enclosure previously utilized for cattle. In response, dozens of
Yaytseslav’s Real Estate Boss Breaks Silence
Yaytseslav Truhov, a Russian national whose street approach videos have gone viral, remains at the centre of online debate after clips showed him meeting women in malls and later hosting them at his home. The footage, reportedly captured using smart glasses, shows him striking up conversations, asking for contacts and
IShowSpeed Reveals Drive Behind Africa Tour
American livestream star Darren Jason Watkins Jr., widely known as IShowSpeed, has spoken about the inspiration behind his ambitious 28-day tour across Africa that saw him visit more than 20 countries. The high-energy journey, dubbed Speed Does Africa, gave millions of viewers a front-row seat to the continent’s culture, music,
Garissa Youth Impresses Ruto With Milk Hustle
A young entrepreneur from Garissa County captured the attention of President William Ruto during the NYOTA business empowerment programme after outlining his ambitious plans to grow his milk-vending venture. The event, held at Garissa High School on Wednesday, February 11, brought together hundreds of young beneficiaries set to receive startup
Karua Condemns Sexual Violence Reports After Uganda Elections
Martha Karua, the leader of the People’s Liberation Party (PLP), has raised urgent concerns regarding the alarming reports of sexual violence against women in Uganda following the January 2026 elections. In a statement addressed to President Yoweri Museveni and Chief of Defence Forces Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, she underscores the gravity
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,
Museveni Awards Son Muhoozi Uganda’s Kabalega Star
President Yoweri Museveni has awarded his son, Chief of Defence Forces Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the Kabalega Star, Uganda’s second-highest military honour, in recognition of his leadership and bravery. The ceremony took place in Kabale District during the 45th Tarehe Sita anniversary, commemorating the 1981 launch of the National Resistance Army’s
UN Chief Guterres Condemns Deadly Woro Village Attack in Nigeria
UN Secretary-General António Guterres has unequivocally condemned the terrorist attack that struck Woro village in Kwara State, Nigeria, on February 3, 2026. He characterized this heinous act as an act of terror that resulted in the tragic loss of numerous lives.In a statement shared on X on February 5,