Call for clarity on Migingo Island as report remains under wraps

The African Human Rights Bureau, led by Executive Director Dan Alila, is urging the Kenyan government to clarify the status of Migingo Island following a joint survey conducted with Uganda in 2014. Alila has expressed concerns that the findings of this taxpayer-funded survey have neither been made public nor implemented,

Magnitude 5.5 earthquake hits northern Ethiopia amid Volcanic eruption

A magnitude 5.5 earthquake struck northern Ethiopia on Friday, coinciding with a volcanic eruption following months of heightened seismic activity, according to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) and local media reports. The EMSC indicated that the earthquake, which occurred at a depth of approximately 10 kilometers (6 miles), was centered about

Mike Johnson retains House Speaker position amidst tight vote

Republican Mike Johnson has narrowly retained his position as House Speaker in a dramatic vote that signals the beginning of complete Republican control in Washington. Johnson faced a razor-thin margin, able to lose only two votes due to the slim majority Republicans hold in Congress. Despite the close call, he

South Korean authorities halt President Yoon Suk-yeol after standoff

South Korean authorities have suspended their attempt to arrest impeached President Yoon Suk-yeol following an hours-long standoff with his security team at his residence in central Seoul. The Corruption Investigation Office for High-ranking Officials (CIO) announced on Friday that it was forced to halt its efforts to detain Yoon over

End of Russian gas transit through Ukraine marks a New Era for Europe

The flow of Russian gas to EU states via Ukraine has ceased following the expiration of a five-year transit agreement, signalling the end of a decades-long energy arrangement. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky condemned the situation, stating that Ukraine would not allow Russia to profit from its suffering, while Poland hailed

Celebrating Unity: The annual Piny Luo Festival concludes in Siaya

Siaya County — The recently concluded Piny Luo Festival at the Migwena Cultural Grounds brought together the Luo community from around the world, celebrating their rich heritage and unity. Held under the theme "Luo Unity in Diversity and in Diaspora," the three-day event featured prominent leaders, including former Prime Minister

Museveni Backs Raila Odinga for AUC Chairmanship

Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has expressed strong support for former Prime Minister Raila Odinga's bid for the chairmanship of the African Union Commission (AUC), with elections set to take place next month in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Speaking at the Piny Luo cultural festival in Siaya County, Museveni likened Raila to

Ruto exudes confidence in Raila’s AU Commission candidature

Bondo, Siaya County — Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has garnered significant support for his bid to chair the African Union Commission, as emphasized by President William Ruto during the 4th edition of the Piny Luo Cultural Festival held in Bondo on Thursday. President Ruto expressed confidence in Odinga's ability

South Korean court Issues arrest warrant for impeached President Yoon

A South Korean court has made history by issuing an arrest warrant for impeached President Yoon Suk-yeol, marking the first time authorities have sought to arrest a sitting president. The Seoul Western District Court approved the warrant on December 31, 2024, following a request from the Joint Investigation Headquarters, which