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Robert Prevost becomes Pope Leo XIV, the First American Pope

VATICAN CITY — As the bells of St Peter’s Basilica rang out, the faithful gathered in St Peter’s Square erupted in familiar chants: “Viva il Papa!” Th...

1 year ago · By Switch TV Reporter

Kenya

Shoe-1, Ruto-0: President Dodges Footwear in Migori as Tensions Boil Over

President William Ruto was nearly struck by a flying shoe while addressing a public rally in Migori County on Sunday, a dramatic moment that briefly h...

1 year ago · By Njeri Mitchell

News

How does the conclave pick a new pope? 8 things to know

The world won’t know the next bishop of Rome, apostolic successor to St. Peter the Apostle and leader of the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics until he ap...

1 year ago · By Switch TV Reporter

Africa

Conclave’ sees streaming surge following Pope Francis’s death

'In the wake of Pope Francis's passing on April 21, 2025, the political thriller Conclave has experienced a significant increase in viewership. The fi...

1 year ago · By Switch TV Reporter

Africa

No regret for Journalist who hurled shoes at US President

BAGHDAD — He waited five long years. Then, with cameras rolling and the world watching, he took his chance. “This is a farewell kiss from the Iraqi pe...

1 year ago · By Switch TV Reporter

Africa

Ruto Appoints Prof. Makau Mutua Snr Advisor

Nairobi, Kenya — In a move signaling continued political inclusivity, President William Ruto has appointed Prof. Makau Mutua as the Senior Advisor on...

1 year ago · By Switch TV Reporter

Africa

Kenyan MP Charles Ong’ondo Shot Dead in Nairobi

Charles Ong'ondo Were, the Member of Parliament for Kasipul constituency in western Kenya, was fatally shot in Nairobi on Wednesday evening. The attac...

1 year ago · By Switch TV Reporter

Kenya

Unstoppable: Kenya’s Lokedi Shatters Boston Marathon Record as Korir Delivers Glory

BOSTON — Kenya’s long-distance runners have done it again—this time with style, speed, and a touch of history. Sharon Lokedi and John Korir stormed to...

1 year ago · By Switch TV Reporter

Africa

Ochieng’ Ogodo, Champion of African Science Journalism, Dies at 52

Ochieng’ Ogodo, a leading voice in African science journalism and longtime regional editor for SciDev.Net, died early Thursday morning in Nairobi. He...

1 year ago · By Switch TV Reporter

Health

Surge in Teen Pregnancies and HIV Infections Sparks Urgent Call for Action in Kenya

As schools break for the April holidays, health officials across Africa are raising red flags over a disturbing spike in teenage pregnancies, HIV infe...

1 year ago · By Switch TV Reporter

News

Ichung’wah, Kiunjuri Booed in Mt Kenya Stronghold

OL KALOU, Kenya — The President had barely settled into his third day of touring the Mt. Kenya region when the mood on the ground shifted. As the conv...

1 year ago · By Switch TV Reporter

Entertainment

Image Whisperers: Making Museums Accessible for the Blind

"They are our eyes," said Karin with joy, releasing the arm of one of the specialized "image whisperers" who had just guided her through the Internati...

1 year ago · By Switch TV Reporter

Robert Prevost becomes Pope Leo XIV, the First American Pope

Shoe-1, Ruto-0: President Dodges Footwear in Migori as Tensions Boil Over

How does the conclave pick a new pope? 8 things to know

Conclave’ sees streaming surge following Pope Francis’s death

No regret for Journalist who hurled shoes at US President

Ruto Appoints Prof. Makau Mutua Snr Advisor

Kenyan MP Charles Ong’ondo Shot Dead in Nairobi​

Unstoppable: Kenya’s Lokedi Shatters Boston Marathon Record as Korir Delivers Glory

Ochieng’ Ogodo, Champion of African Science Journalism, Dies at 52

Surge in Teen Pregnancies and HIV Infections Sparks Urgent Call for Action in Kenya

Ichung’wah, Kiunjuri Booed in Mt Kenya Stronghold

Image Whisperers: Making Museums Accessible for the Blind

Kenyan MP Charles Ong’ondo Shot Dead in Nairobi