South Africa: U.S. Slams South Africa for Hosting Naval Drills With Iran

The United States has protested South Africa's decision to take part in a multinational naval exercise involving Iran, describing Tehran as a "destabilizing actor and state sponsor… Read more »

Kenya: Nanyuki Man Hugs Tree for 96 Hours to Promote Peace Ahead of 2027 Elections

A 43-year-old man in Nanyuki has joined the growing tree-hugging movement, taking the unusual endurance challenge beyond environmental activism to champion peace and national unity… Read more »

Kenya: Why Raila's Bodyguard Landed Plum Job in Mombasa County

Maurice Ogeta, the late Raila Odinga's longtime and trusted bodyguard, who was recently appointed Advisor on Security Affairs in the Mombasa County Government, indeed deserved the… Read more »

Africa: UAE-African Union Talks Highlight Peace, Technology, and Water As Pillars of Africa's Future

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the African Union Commission (AUC) have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening strategic cooperation following high-level talks held in Addis… Read more »

Kenya: Eight KDF Soldiers Charged Over Drug Trafficking As DPP Opposes Bond

Eight Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) soldiers have been arraigned at the Mombasa Law Courts and charged with trafficking narcotic drugs in a case involving methamphetamine valued at… Read more »

Kenya: IG Kanja Reviews Plans to Establish National Police University

The National Police Service's ambition to establish a National Police University continues to gain momentum, marking a transformative chapter in police training and leadership… Read more »

West Africa: Ghana Condemns 'Colonial' US Raid On Venezuela and Maduro's 'Abduction'

Ghana has condemned US military operation in Venezuela and the capture of President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, describing the move as a dangerous violation… Read more »

Kenya: Ruto Hails Restoration of Peace in Kerio Valley At Thanksgiving Service

President William Ruto on Sunday joined residents of Kerio Valley in thanksgiving for peace after years of deadly banditry and cattle rustling conflicts. Read more »

Kenya: Babu Owino Seeks Urgent Police Response After Gun Fight With Alai

Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has called on security agencies to urgently investigate Kilimani MCA Robert Alai following a confrontation in which the ward representative is accused… Read more »

Congo-Kinshasa: DR Congo Suspends Military Spokesperson Over Anti-Tutsi Remarks On State TV

The Democratic Republic of Congo has suspended its military spokesperson, Major General Ekenge Bomusa Efomi Sylvain, following remarks deemed hateful and contrary to republican… Read more »

Kenya: ODM-UDA Deal in January - Raila Party Seeks Early Union With Ruto

A top Orange Party official has signaled an early ODM-UDA pre-election coalition ahead of the 2027 General Election AMID . Read more »

Kenya: Kenyan Al-Shabaab Operative Sentenced to Life in U.S. for 9/11-Style Terror Plot

A Kenyan national linked to the Somalia-based extremist group al-Shabaab has been sentenced to life imprisonment in the United States for plotting a 9/11-style terrorist attack… Read more »

Kenya: Online Uproar After Kibwana Says Tattoo Restrictions in Military Violate Constitution

Newly appointed Senior Counsel Prof. Kivutha Kibwana has sparked debate online after arguing that disqualifying Kenyans from joining the defence forces over tattoos amounts to… Read more »

Kenya: Over 1,800 Displaced As Tribal Clashes Leave 253 Homes Burnt in Transmara

At least 1,800 people have been displaced and more than 250 households destroyed following renewed tribal clashes in Angata Barikkoi, Trans Mara South, Narok County. Read more »

Kenya: KDF Delegation Visits Egypt to Deepen Defence Industry Cooperation

The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) has stepped up efforts to strengthen bilateral defence industry cooperation with Egypt following a high-level visit by a Kenyan delegation to key… Read more »

Congo-Kinshasa: Senator Graham Calls for Renewed U.S. Push On DR Congo Peace After M23 Exit From Uvira

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham has called on Washington to maintain a leading diplomatic role in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, urging renewed efforts to bring warring… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya Navy Marks 61st Anniversary With Family-Centered Celebrations in Mombasa

NAIROBI, Kenya -- The Kenya Navy marked its 61st anniversary with a colourful ceremony at Lieutenant Colonel Kimaro Stadium inside the Kenya Navy Base, Mtongwe, in Mombasa County,… Read more »

Congo-Kinshasa: M23 Announces 'Unilateral Withdrawal' From Uvira 'As Per United States Mediation's Request'

The M23 rebel movement has announced it will "unilaterally withdraw" its forces from the strategic city of Uvira in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), describing the move… Read more »

Somalia: AUSSOM Commanders Meet in Mogadishu to Review Mandate Implementation Amid Financial Constraints

Senior military leaders serving under the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) have convened in Mogadishu for the AUSSOM Force and Sector Commanders… Read more »

Kenya: Meet KDF's Elite Parachute Battalion Behind Jamhuri Day Parade

The Kenya Army's elite 20th Parachute Battalion (20 Para) took centre stage at Nyayo Stadium on Friday as President William Ruto presided over the Trooping of the Colours, the… Read more »

Kenya: 7 Soldiers Linked Sh192mn Meth Saga Detained for 10 Days As Search Unearths Narcotics

A Mombasa court has ordered seven Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) soldiers to be detained for 10 days to allow investigators to complete forensic examinations in a Sh192 million… Read more »

Kenya: Kenyan Police Officers Lauded for Role in Stabilising Haiti

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has lauded the 230 police officers who returned to Kenya after completing their 18-month tour of duty under the now-defunct… Read more »

Kenya: Governors Push for More Power in Security Matters

Governors on Wednesday demanded a bigger role in security and foreign affairs, two areas traditionally controlled from Nairobi. Read more »

Kenya: Kenya Faces Serious Human Rights Challenges, CJ Koome Warns

Chief Justice Martha Koome has warned that Kenya continues to struggle with major human rights issues, including extrajudicial killings, abductions, homelessness, inequality, and… Read more »

Kenya: Tourism-Focused Jamhuri Day Set for Nyayo Stadium As KDF Completes Dress Rehearsal

The Interior Ministry has confirmed that Friday's 62nd Jamhuri Day national celebrations will be held at Nyayo Stadium, following the Kenya Defence Forces' (KDF) full-dress… Read more »