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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