December 27, 2023
Kenya: Kindiki Says 70pc of Banditry in the North Rift Contained
Interior cabinet secretary Kithure Kindiki says 70 percent of banditry and its devastating effects on the people of the people of Northern Rift Valley region have been contained. Read more »
December 22, 2023
Kenya: General Ogolla Heaps Praises on KDF for Successful Mission in Eastern DR Congo
Chief of Defence Forces General Francis Ogolla has lauded the Kenyan troops for their contribution to the peace efforts in the Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Read more »
December 21, 2023
Congo-Kinshasa: Last KDF Contingent Exits DR Congo Ending EACRF Mission
The East African Community Regional Force (EACRF), that was deployed to the Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to battle the M23 rebels, formally ended its mission to the… Read more »
December 18, 2023
Kenya: Uhuru Kenyatta Denounces 'Shocking' Congo River Alliance Presser in Nairobi
Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta has denounced the December 15 press conference by Congo River Alliance terming it "shocking". Read more »
Sudan: Faki Renews Call to End Conflict in Sudan Amid Renewed Clashes
The African Union Commission has expressed concern over the deteriorating security situation in Sudan calling for cessation of hostilities. Read more »
December 13, 2023
Sudan: WFP Warns of 'Catastrophic Hunger' in War-Torn Sudan Next Year
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has warned of ''catastrophic hunger'' in parts of war-ravaged Sudan next year should the UN agency remain unable to expand its… Read more »
December 12, 2023
Kenya: President Ruto Presides Over 2nd Trooping the Colour Even as Commander in Chief
President William Ruto on Tuesday presided over the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) consecration, presentation, and trooping of colours by the 25 Mechanized Infantry Battalion (MIB). Read more »
December 11, 2023
Kenya: House Security Team Wants Banditry, Livestock Rustling Classified as Acts of Terrorism
The National Assembly Committee on Administration and Internal Security and Elgeyo Marakwet Governor Wesley Rotich want banditry and cattle rustling to be classified under acts of… Read more »
December 10, 2023
Kenya: Army Says Troops to Continue Exiting DR Congo in an Orderly Manner
The Kenya Defense Forces (KDF) says it will continues withdrawing troops from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) in an orderly manner. Read more »
December 07, 2023
Kenya: Govt Sets Up Additional Security Facilities in Lamu to Augment Operation Linda Boni
The government has set up more security facilities in Lamu's Marafa, Widho, Juhudi, and Salama areas to strengthen the anti-terrorism efforts in the county. Read more »
Kenya: DP Gachagua Assures Teachers of Their Safety in Areas Facing Security Challenges
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has assured teachers of their safety in all parts of the country, including in areas facing security challenges. Read more »
December 06, 2023
Kenya: Illegal Groups Will Not Be Allowed in Mt Kenya, DP Gachagua Assures
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has ordered national administration officers in Mt Kenya to deal firmly with illegal groups and re-emerging criminal sects threatening peace in… Read more »
Kenya: Schools Closed in West Pokot Due to Bandit Attacks to Be Reopened - CS Kindiki
The Interior Ministry says schools closed due to bandit attacks in West Pokot are set to be re-opened. Read more »
Kenya: Former Sports CS Amina Mohamed Admitted Into the Interpeace Governing Board
Former Sports Cabinet Secretary Amina Mohamed has been unanimously admitted into the Interpeace Governing Board. Read more »
Kenya: DP Gachagua Orders TSC Not to Sack 122 Interdicted Teachers From North Eastern
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has directed the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) not to sack 122 interdicted teachers from North Eastern who refused to resume work over… Read more »
December 05, 2023
Kenya: Govt to Increase NPRs in the North Rift as Fight Against Banditry is Intensified, CS Kindiki Says
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki says the government will increase the number of Narional Police Reservists (NPRs) in the troubled north with the goal of permanently… Read more »
December 01, 2023
Kenya: Northern Kenya MPs Seek Audience With President Ruto Over Insecurity in the Region
Leaders from Pastoralist communities are now seeking the audience with President William Ruto over insecurity in the Northern Kenya region claiming Interior Cabinet Secretary… Read more »
November 29, 2023
Kenya: Garissa MPs Demand Halt of Refugee Integration Project, Accuse PS Bitok of Nepotism, Mismanagement
Lawmarkers from Garissa County have demanded the halt of the ongoing plans to integrate refugees under the Shirika Plan citing discrimination and mismanagement. Read more »
Kenya: UN Calls for Deployment of Kenyan-Led Security Team to Haiti as Gang Wars Escalate
A report, published by the United Nations HumanRights office and the UN political mission in Haiti has called for the urgent deployment of the multinational security support… Read more »
November 28, 2023
Kenya: Govt to Roll Out Shirika Plan to Integrate Refugees, Host Communities in Dadaab, Kakuma Camps
The government is set to roll out the 'Shirika plan' to integrate both refugees and host communities in the Dadaab and Kakuma camps in Garissa and Turkana. Read more »
November 23, 2023
Kenya: NCIC Concludes Project on Promotion of Peace and Cohesion in Kenya
The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) has concluded Project on Promotion of Peace and Cohesion in Kenya by preventing and mitigating Electoral Conflicts (Pro-… Read more »
November 21, 2023
Kenya: Insecurity in Turkana County Linked to Frequent Clashes With South Sudan's Toposa Community
Turkana County has been grappling with persistent insecurity, largely attributed to frequent conflicts between the Toposa community from South Sudan and the Turkana community in… Read more »
November 17, 2023
Kenya: Egypt Lauds Kenya's 'Balanced' Stance on Gaza War, Asks Nairobi to Influence Ceasefire
Egyptian envoy to Kenya Wael Nasr Eldin Attiya has hailed Kenya for its "balanced" stance on the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas in Palestine that has left over 12,000… Read more »
Africa: Global South Must Push for More Inclusive World Order - President Ruto
President William Ruto has urged nations in the Global South to unite in addressing issues affecting the world. Read more »
November 16, 2023
Kenya: National Assembly Okays Deployment of Kenyan Police to Haiti
Lawmakers have approved the proposed deployment of the National Police Forces to the Multi National Security Support Mission to Haiti. Read more »