Misinformation and a lack of public trust have emerged as a second major crisis hampering efforts to control the outbreak of a rare strain of the Ebola virus (Bundibugyo) in the eastern region of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The proliferation of rumors online and on the streets is causing individuals to reject medical…
Opposition leaders, including Rigathi Gachagua, Kalonzo Musyoka, and Eugene Wamalwa, have begun a three-day tour of Western Kenya, accusing President William Ruto of betraying the Luhya community by failing to honor 2022 pre-election pledges. During rallies in locations like Luanda and Khayega, Gachagua displayed a copy of an agreement between the President, Musalia Mudavadi, and…
This year’s World Cup co-hosts, Canada, were held to a one-all draw by Bosnia and Herzegovina in the opening Group D match on Friday night at the BMO Field in Toronto. The visitors, Bosnia, took the lead in the 24th minute through Sead Kolasinac, who connected with Ivan Basic’s corner kick to guide his team…
The Government of Kuwait has banned the recruitment of domestic workers from Kenya, dealing a setback to Kenya’s efforts to secure overseas employment opportunities for its citizens. Under new regulations issued by Kuwait’s Ministry of Interior, domestic workers will only be recruited from 10 approved countries, while Kenya is among 27 nations that have been…
President William Ruto has concluded his visit to Finland, Norway, and Belgium by urging Kenyans to support and invest in the reforms being implemented by the government back home. Speaking to Kenyans living in the Nordic region in Helsinki, Finland, the President stated that Kenya continues to make developmental strides despite a different perception portrayed…
The wait of four years is finally over as the FIFA World Cup officially kicks off today. Co-hosts Mexico will open the tournament against South Africa in a Group A clash set to be played in Mexico City at 10 p.m. East African Time. This will be Mexico’s fifth appearance in a World Cup opening…
Families and children in Jonglei State, South Sudan, are reportedly surviving on leaves and water lilies as hunger levels approach famine conditions. According to the international charity Save the Children, millions of people across the country are facing acute food shortages driven by conflict, insecurity and economic hardship. Latest food security assessments indicate that more…
The AFP news agency reported that hundreds of masked protesters gathered in several areas of Belfast, throwing petrol bombs and blocking roads. A passenger bus and several cars were set on fire, while a building also caught fire, forcing its residents to be evacuated. The incident that sparked the unrest was recorded on video, and…
The World Health Organization (World Health Organization) has praised Uganda for its swift and effective response in controlling an Ebola outbreak that spread from the neighbouring Democratic Republic of Congo. Speaking in Kampala, WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus commended Uganda’s health authorities for taking rapid action that helped limit the spread of the disease despite…
Takriban watu 360 waliokuwa wametekwa nyara na wanamgambo wa Boko Haram nchini Nigeria wameachiliwa huru. Watu hao walitekwa mwezi Machi mwaka huu katika jimbo la Borno, kaskazini mashariki mwa nchi hiyo. Jeshi la Nigeria linasema operesheni ya kijasusi iliyotekelezwa na vikosi vya usalama ndiyo iliyowezesha kuokolewa kwa mateka hao. Hata hivyo, kundi la Borno South…
