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Ruto Seeks EU Support Ahead of 2027 Polls

William Ruto seeks EU support for Kenya’s 2027 elections, security and economic reforms as the country marks 50 years of diplomatic ties with Europe.

14 hours ago · By Joseph Kimeu

Tanzania

Tundu Lissu's 4-Year Jail Term Raises Questions Over Democracy in Tanzania

Tundu Lissu plans to appeal his four-year sentence as Tanzania faces renewed scrutiny over political freedoms, election violence and judicial independ...

6 days ago · By Cecelia Dana

Africa

Muhoozi’s Planned Military Exit Raises Questions About Uganda’s Political Future

Muhoozi Kainerugaba plans to leave Uganda's military leadership, following a controversial tenure marked by political statements and security disputes...

6 days ago · By Cecelia Dana

Entertainment

Ian McKellen Pays Emotional Tribute to Patrick Stewart After His Death at 86

Ian McKellen remembers Patrick Stewart, his longtime friend and Star Trek co-star, celebrating his Yorkshire roots, legendary career and lasting legac...

1 week ago · By Cecelia Dana

News

Egypt Court Fines Journalist Lina Attalah $53,500 and Orders News Site Closed

Egyptian journalist Lina Attalah has been fined $53,500, and her outlet Mada Masr ordered shut, sparking renewed concerns over press freedom.

2 weeks ago · By Cecelia Dana

Africa

UN Mission in Somalia to Close After 30 Years

The UN Transitional Assistance Mission in Somalia will close on October 31 after a two-year transition, handing its remaining functions to Somali inst...

2 weeks ago · By Joseph Kimeu

Lifestyle

Kenya's Forgotten Heroes: Beyond Politicians and Freedom Fighters, Who Are the Real Mashujaa of Today?

Beyond freedom fighters and politicians, discover Kenya's unsung modern-day heroes, from Red Cross volunteers and teachers to healthcare workers and p...

3 weeks ago · By Anthony Makokha

Politics

Kenyans Rally Behind Sifuna After Ruto’s Alcohol Jibe

Kenyans have defended Edwin Sifuna after President Ruto mocked him over alcohol, sparking debate about personal freedom, leadership and political doub...

3 weeks ago · By Joseph Kimeu

News

Mottley at UN: ‘Every Human Being Has Equal Value’

Barbados Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley used the United Nations General Assembly on Thursday to make a simple appeal: human life should not be valued...

1 month ago · By Cecelia Dana

News

Benjamin Netanyahu Challenges UN Protesters Over Iran Crackdown

Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confronted protesters and dozens of delegates who walked out of his United Nations speech on Thursday, accusi...

1 month ago · By Cecelia Dana

Africa

Ruto Calls for Stronger Child Protection as AI Reshapes Digital World

President William Ruto has called for stronger safeguards to protect children from emerging risks associated with artificial intelligence, while warni...

1 month ago · By Benadeta Mwaura

Health

International Sign Languages Day Highlights Deaf Rights

On September 23, sign languages will take centre stage worldwide. The International Day of Sign Languages will be marked with a call for stronger righ...

1 month ago · By Joseph Kimeu