A tragic mid-air collision between an American Airlines commercial jet and a US Army Black Hawk helicopter has left emergency crews scrambling to search for survivors in the icy waters of the Potomac River. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) confirmed the incident, which occurred around 9:00 PM local time (02:00
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New dates announced for African Nations Championship
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially announced the new dates for the African Nations Championship (CHAN), which will now take place from August 2 to 30, 2023. The tournament, co-hosted by Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda, was originally slated for February but was postponed to allow the hosting nations
Tshisekedi to skip EAC peace summit amid rising tensions with Rwanda
In a significant development amidst escalating tensions, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) President Felix Tshisekedi will not attend a virtual summit of the East African Community (EAC) leaders scheduled for Wednesday. This decision comes as Rwanda-backed fighters have reportedly entered the Congolese city of Goma, raising alarm over the ongoing
DRC Commits to Compensate Kenya for Embassy Attack
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has pledged to compensate Kenya for damages sustained at its embassy in Kinshasa, which was attacked and looted by locals on Tuesday amid escalating tensions as M23 rebels advance toward the capital. In a statement released on the same day, Prime Cabinet Secretary and
“Foreign aid is a Privilege not a Right” Uhuru Kenyatta on Trump’s Aid Cuts
Former Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta commented on the backlash from some leaders over Donald Trump's decision to cut U.S. financial aid, including contributions from USAID. Kenyatta expressed astonishment at the disappointment expressed by these leaders, emphasizing that the United States is not their government nor their nation. He questioned their
Kenyan Immigrants in the U.S. Face Uncertainty Amid Trump’s Deportation Plans
Over 1,200 Kenyan immigrants living in the United States without proper immigration documentation are experiencing heightened anxiety as President-elect Donald Trump prepares to roll out a contentious mass deportation initiative. According to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), more than 1.4 million non-citizens currently face final orders of removal, including 1,282
Coca-Cola Issues Major Recall Due to High Chlorate Levels
European's Coca-Cola bottling unit announced on Monday a significant recall of various beverages, including Coke and Sprite, after discovering elevated levels of chlorate, which could pose health risks to consumers. The affected products were distributed across several countries, including Belgium, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, and Luxembourg, since November,
Governor Sakaja Addresses City’s Drainage Challenges and Construction Regulations
In a recent interview on the HOT 96 Breakfast, Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja acknowledged the city's struggles with its drainage system, particularly during heavy rainfall. He committed to addressing these issues and enhancing the inadequacies in the drainage infrastructure. Sakaja pointed out the resource constraints the city faces but noted improvements
KDF Officers Express Concern Over Government’s Plan to Scrap Lunch Subsidy
Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) officers are facing uncertainty and anxiety following the government’s announcement to phase out the long-standing lunch subsidy program. In a memo issued by Major General Mohammed Nur Hassan of the Ministry of Defence, officers were informed that the subsidy will be replaced with a “pay-as-you-eat” (PAYE)
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio Praises Kenya’s Leadership in Regional and Global Peace Efforts
During a recent high-level diplomatic engagement, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a phone conversation with Kenyan President William Ruto, reaffirming the strong bilateral ties between the United States and Kenya. The discussion highlighted Kenya’s pivotal role in addressing global and regional security challenges, particularly its leadership in the