Kenya and the United States have signed a historic Health Cooperation Framework making Kenya the first country to enter a government-to-government agreement with the US.In the agreement, the United States will invest directly in government health institutions and not NGOs.The US will commit $1.6 billion (KSh208 billion) to Kenya over
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UK Issues Updated Kenya Travel Advisory Over Security Risks
The United Kingdom has released an updated travel warning, identifying specific regions in Kenya that its nationals are advised to avoid due to elevated security concerns linked to terrorism and broader regional instability.This caution, published on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, details particular administrative divisions and localities where travel is not
CS Salim Mvurya Flags Off Second Sowing at Chandaria–Daystar Tree Nursery, Marks 5th President’s Fellowship Cohort
Athi River, 28 November 2025 — The Global Peace Foundation Kenya, in partnership with Daystar University, Chandaria Foundation, KCB Foundation, and UNICAF, today hosted a momentous double event: the launch of the 2nd Sowing of the Chandaria–Daystar University Tree Nurseryand the graduation of the 5th Cohort of the President’s Fellowship
Ramaphosa Responds After Trump Blocks South Africa From 2026 G20 Summit
South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa has termed as "regrettable" the statement by US President Donald Trump that South Africa would not be invited to participate in next year's G20 summit in Florida.In a social media post, Trump stated that South Africa had declined to hand over the G20 presidency to
Ruto Leads AU Leaders’ Push for Reforms at Luanda Summit
The high-profile African Union meeting in Luanda, Angola, was chaired by President William Ruto.The meeting concentrated on pressing reforms intended to bolster the continental organisation and revive its international standing.Ruto stated in a Facebook post on Tuesday, November 26, 2025, that African Union reform can no longer be put off."Implementing
Ruto Urges EU Support for Peace in Sudan and Stronger Africa–EU Ties
President William Ruto has put the deteriorating Sudan conflict at the forefront of his diplomatic efforts, calling on the European Union to assist Africa in working towards a unified and trustworthy route to peace.On the sidelines of the 7th African Union-European Union Summit in Luanda, Angola, Ruto conferred with European
ICC Seeks Life Sentence for Ali Kushayb as Darfur Faces Renewed Atrocities
The International Criminal Court (ICC) is seeking the harshest punishment possible, which is a life sentence in prison, for Ali Muhammad Ali Abd-Al-Rahman, also known as Ali Kushayb, who previously held a senior position in Sudan's notorious Janjaweed militia. Prosecutors claim Kushayb was not merely an accomplice but a key
Somalia E-Visa Data Breach Sparks Safety Concerns and Airspace Stand-Off
Somali's electronic visa system may have been compromised in a significant data breach, potentially exposing personal details for tens of thousands of applicants, including those from the US, according to the American embassy in Somalia.The e-visa platform of Somalia's government reported that it had been compromised by unidentified hackers, who
Museveni Blames Kenya’s Changing Presidency for Indian Ocean Access Stalemate
Kenya’s Legal Eagle Soars to The Hague: Prof. Phoebe Okowa Elected to the World Court
In a landmark victory that cements Kenya’s diplomatic prestige on the global stage, esteemed legal scholar Prof. Phoebe Okowa has been elected as a Judge of the International Court of Justice (ICJ). The historic election, concluded after four intense rounds of voting in both the United Nations General Assembly and the