Kenia

The Kenya National Highways Authority has restored traffic flow at Globe Roundabout along Thika Superhighway. The key route into Nairobi was closed for two weeks to repair the Nairobi River Bridge. Motorists can now resume normal travel.

25 de marzo de 2026 Reportado por IA

Josephine Wainaina has struggled since her husband's death in 2008 to support her two children. Bishop EllyJoy Moi of Holy Well of Bethel church in Limuru urges the government to enact specific policies protecting widows from abuse, property dispossession, and mental health challenges.

After Ramadan ended last Friday, concern has arisen over street families attracted by food distributions in Mombasa. Political leaders and county officials call for swift action to provide them housing. The situation risks escalating security challenges.

24 de marzo de 2026 Reportado por IA

Kenya will host the 2026 FIFA Women's Series matches at Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi from April 11 to 15. Cabinet Secretary for Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports Salim Mvurya announced the selection as a strong vote of confidence in the country's hosting credentials. The event acts as a litmus test for the 2027 AFCON preparations.

Political leaders from Kenya's Coast region have intensified calls for Mining Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho to be President William Ruto's running mate in the 2027 elections. Speaking at an Idd gathering in Mombasa, they stressed the need for religious and regional representation in top leadership. They claimed the Coast has long been sidelined.

23 de marzo de 2026 Reportado por IA

Former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju resurfaced at his Karen home on Monday and recounted his 36-hour ordeal, but was detained by police shortly after a press conference. His lawyer Ndegwa Njiru and Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka criticised the manner of his arrest. DCI head Amin Mohamed stated that Tuju had been at his home throughout and his family denied police access.