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South Africa’s June 30 anti‑immigration protests, staged under a self‑declared deadline for undocumented foreigners to leave, escalated tensions across major cities and spilled over onto documented migrants, who found themselves evicted, harassed, and targeted simply for being foreign. While organizers insisted their campaign was aimed at “illegal immigrants,” the marches blurred distinctions between lawful residents and the undocumented, leaving thousands of migrants — with

President William Ruto’s visit to Norway has spotlighted Kenya’s youthful workforce and clean energy credentials, with commitments on maritime jobs, expanded trade, and renewable partnerships. The Oslo talks, detailed at the Kenya–Norway Business Forum, show how Kenya can leverage its human capital and strategic location to attract investment while creating pathways for employment and sustainable growth. President William Ruto has urged Norwegian entrepreneurs to look beyond

East Africa’s private sector is warning that the Ebola outbreak must not be allowed to paralyze trade. The East African Business Council (EABC) has urged governments to coordinate health measures across borders, while health ministers and international agencies stress that reactive closures could worsen risks by driving movement underground. The East African Business Council (EABC) has urged governments, border agencies, and businesses to remain calm and coordinated in their

A deadly fire at Utumishi Girls Academy has shaken the nation, with nine students now facing court over arson charges. As families mourn, the government has ordered a nationwide safety audit of boarding schools, while education unions and past commissions demand stricter enforcement of safety standards to prevent future tragedies. The country is mourning after a devastating fire at Utumishi Girls Academy in Gilgil, Nakuru County, left sixteen students dead and several others

Kenya’s 23rd National Prayer Breakfast held at Safari Park Hotel in Nairobi, brought together leaders across the political divide to reflect on unity, forgiveness, and reconciliation. Senate Speaker Amason Kingi urged leaders to champion dialogue and humility as the country heads toward the next General Election, while faith leaders and civil society emphasized the need to translate prayer into tangible action for peace and social cohesion. At Safari Park Hotel on May 28, 20

The United Kingdom has pledged fresh funding to help contain the Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, directing resources to frontline responders, sanitation systems, and maternal health facilities. The move comes as WHO and African partners warn that the Bundibugyo strain, with no licensed vaccine, demands not only emergency action but long‑term investment in community‑driven health resilience. Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo is once again grappling w

Kenya and Kazakhstan have signed wide‑ranging agreements in Astana that position Nairobi as a continental hub for Central Asian engagement while opening Kazakhstan to African markets. The deals span trade, ICT, mining, transport, and climate cooperation, marking a rare interregional partnership that could reshape connectivity between Africa and Eurasia. Kenya’s state visit to Kazakhstan this week has produced a set of agreements that go beyond traditional diplomacy, signallin

Kenya will host the 21st United Nations Internet Governance Forum (IGF) in Nairobi from December 14–18, 2026, bringing together more than 9,000 participants from over 165 countries to debate the future of digital policy. The summit comes at a pivotal moment, with the IGF now established as a permanent UN body and global attention focused on issues such as AI regulation, data sovereignty, and digital inclusion. Kenya’s selection as host of the 2026 IGF marks a return to the gl

Experts in menstrual health and water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) are calling for urgent action to close persistent gaps in access to menstrual health services and clean water, warning that these challenges undermine the dignity, education, and rights of women and girls. In Uganda, menstrual health and WASH challenges remain deeply intertwined. A 2025 audit revealed that 64% of schoolgirls miss classes due to lack of menstrual materials and inadequate sanitation facilit

Kenya’s cities turned into rivers of pedestrians on Monday morning after matatus and other transport operators staged a nationwide strike over soaring fuel prices, leaving thousands to trek long distances to work, schools, and markets in what has quickly become one of the most disruptive industrial actions in recent memory. The strike began at midnight, announced by the Transport Sector Alliance, and by dawn the impact was visible everywhere. Bus stops that usually throb with

Kenya’s higher education sector has reached a milestone, with enrolment climbing to about 670,000 students across public and private universities. The surge reflects growing confidence in universities as engines of opportunity, while signalling a shift toward skills‑driven courses such as medicine, ICT, law, and education that promise stronger pathways to employment and innovation. Kenya’s universities are swelling with numbers that tell a story of ambition, anxiety, and adap

Kenya has stepped up efforts to cut reliance on imported vaccines, with Principal Secretary for Medical Services Dr. Ouma Oluga leading a tour of the Kenya BioVax Institute in Embakasi alongside French Minister for International Development Éléonore Caroit and global partners. The visit showcased Kenya’s ambition to build local manufacturing capacity, strengthen health security, and position itself as a regional hub for vaccine production. Kenya’s push to secure its vaccine f

Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has launched a KSh.200 million bulk water supply project in Mwea, set to deliver clean piped water to over 30,000 households across eight wards, while also allocating land for the expansion of Wang’uru Market. The twin investments are designed to solve long‑standing community challenges—ending reliance on unsafe water sources and creating modern trading spaces that boost small businesses—showing how infrastructure can directly improve health, a

Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni has been sworn in for a record seventh term, extending his rule beyond four decades. Supporters hailed his leadership for delivering peace and infrastructure, while critics pointed to disputed elections, rights abuses, and shrinking democratic space. For a country with one of the world’s youngest populations, the moment raises urgent questions about governance, succession, and how Uganda can build solutions that balance stability with democr

Opening the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi alongside French President Emmanuel Macron, President William Ruto urged African nations to move beyond dependency and unsustainable borrowing by mobilising domestic capital and building financial sovereignty. He cited Kenya’s affordable housing programme—funded with $4 billion raised locally—as proof that African countries can finance their own transformation, create jobs, and expand opportunities without relying solely on externa

French President Emmanuel Macron’s visit to Nairobi and talks with President William Ruto come just before the opening of a two‑day Africa Forward Summit, the first ever held in an English‑speaking African country. The forum will bring together African leaders and business executives to discuss economic development and cross‑border investment, as France seeks to reset ties with the continent. For Kenya and Africa at large, the summit carries implications for trade, jobs, and

Kenya is at a decisive moment in its pursuit of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The urgency is clear: the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) 2025 Facts and Figures report shows that more than 13 million learners are enrolled across primary and secondary schools, yet only 35 percent of schools have at least one STEM trained teacher, and just 21 percent of junior secondary teachers are certified in STEM subjects (KNBS). This mismatch between st

iSTART Learning Effective education programs are about recognizing and nurturing the inherent potential within each child. When a child discovers their own capabilities and sees a path forward, something profound happens—they begin to believe in possibility, not just for themselves, but for their families and communities. When children’s efforts produce a level of academic mastery, their skills lead to purpose and direction. They naturally become agents of transformatio

SeaPerch International Underwater Tournament is for Junior Secondary (6 – 8 grade) and Secondary (9 – 12th grade) the International Challenge requires all qualifying teams to compete in four events (obstacle course, mission course, technical design report, and meet the team) A usual season has teams meeting 1 or 2 times a week for an couple hours. The season starts in September with the international tournament the first week of June. START is recommending having our Kenya N