July 05, 2023
Kenya: Govt Suspends Kenya-Somalia Border Re-Opening Following Increased Attacks
The government has temporarily suspended its plans to reopen Kenya-Somalia border points following a surge in terrorist attacks in the Northern region. Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Meets MPs From Odinga's Backyard to Talk Development
President William Ruto says the Government will work with leaders from all parts of the country, regardless of their political affiliation. Read more »
July 04, 2023
Kenya: Kindiki Urges Community, Religious Leaders to Support Govt Efforts in Combating Terrorism in Northern Kenya
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki has urged community and religious leaders, as well as residents in the North Eastern region to join forces with security agencies in the… Read more »
Kenya: Two Kenyan Fishermen Shot Dead By Ugandan Military at Lake Victoria
Two Kenyan fishermen were last night shot dead allegedly by Uganda People Defence Force (UPDF) officer while fishing in Lake Victoria at Sumba area in Budalang'i. Read more »
July 01, 2023
Somalia: ATMIS Concludes First Phase Troop Drawdown, 7 Bases Handed to Somalia
The African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) has concluded the first phase of the troop drawdown after handing over two Forward Operating Bases (FOBs). Read more »
June 25, 2023
Kenya: 5 People Beheaded By Suspected Al-Shabaab in Lamu Attack
Suspected Al Shabaab militants have beheaded at least five people following an attack in Salama and Juhudi villages in Mkunumbi Division, Lamu County. Read more »
Central Africa: Kenya to Take Charge of Against Illicit Small Arms Trade in Great Lakes Region, Horn of Africa
Kenya has been elected to take charge of the regional war ag against illicit small arms trade in Great Lakes region and Horn of Africa. Read more »
June 22, 2023
Somalia: African Union Transition Mission in Somalia Hands Over Forward Operating Base to Somali National Army in Troop Drawdown Effort
As part of its ongoing troop drawdown, the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) has officially handed over a Forward Operating Base (FOB) to the Somali National Army… Read more »
June 20, 2023
Kenya: Govt to Modernize Artillery to Fight Al-Shabaab - CS Duale
Defence Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has announced plans to modernize the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) and Police artillery in a renewed move to bring an end to Al Shabaab attacks… Read more »
Kenya: Let Humanitarian Agencies Work Freely, President Ruto Tells Warring Sudan Parties
President William Ruto has asked warring parties in Sudan to allow humanitarian agencies to operate freely. Read more »
Kenya: IGAD Quartet Sets Roadmap for Sudan Peace Talks Amid Resistance in Khartoum
Foreign Ministers drawn from the IGAD quartet of Kenya, Ethiopia, Djibouti and South Sudan have endorsed a roadmap to Sudan peace talks amid resistance from Khartoum's General… Read more »
Kenya: Nairobi to Host IGAD-Mandated Sudan Peace Talks in August - Ministers
The IGAD-mandated Sudan peace talks under Kenya's leadership will convene in August, the bloc's quartet of foreign ministers has indicated. Read more »
June 17, 2023
Kenya: 20 Police Officers Trained on Surveillance Operations in Fight Against Terrorism
Twenty police officers from the National Police Service have completed a specialized training program aimed at enhancing their skills in surveillance operations for combating… Read more »
June 14, 2023
Kenya: Eight Officers Killed as Al-Shabaab Stage Three Attacks in Wajir, Garissa and Lamu Counties
At least eight police officers were killed Tuesday in Bodhei at the border of Lamu and Garissa counties when the vehicle they were travelling in ran over an Improvised Explosive… Read more »
June 13, 2023
Kenya: Security Agencies in North Eastern Embrace Community Engagement to Counter Terrorism
In the ongoing battle against Al-Shabaab infiltration along Kenya's borders, security agencies in the North Eastern region are adopting a strategy centered on community engagement… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Welcomes Expansion of the IGAD Troika on Sudan
Kenya has welcomed the expansion of the IGAD Troika on Sudan. Read more »
June 09, 2023
Kenya: Govt Orders Re-Opening of Schools in West Pokot County Closed Due to Banditry
The government has ordered the re-opening of schools that were shut down as a result of banditry in West Pokot County. Read more »
June 08, 2023
Kenya: At Least Seven Officers Injured in Mandera Improvised Explosive Device Attack
At least seven police officers sustained injuries when the vehicle they were traveling in ran over an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) in Mandera South on Wednesday. Read more »
June 05, 2023
Kenya: Kenya Closes Embassy in Kartoum Amid Increased Attacks on Diplomats
Kenya has closed its embassy in Sudan's Capital Khartoum following reports of increased attacks targeting diplomatic officials. Read more »
June 03, 2023
Kenya: President Ruto Says Kenya Committed to to Engage Warring Parties in Sudan
President William Ruto has expressed Kenya’s commitment to engage warring parties in the Sudan conflict. Read more »
June 01, 2023
East Africa: EAC Summit Extends Regional Force Mandate in DR Congo to September 8
The East Africa Community Regional Force (EACRF) in the Democratic Regional Congo will remain in place until September 8 after an EAC Summit in Bujumbura resolved to extend its… Read more »
May 31, 2023
Kenya: CS Kindiki Visits Isebania, Migori to Address Security Concerns
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki is conducting a visit to Isebania, Migori County to address security concerns following last week's attack on the local police station in… Read more »
May 30, 2023
Kenya: Kenya's CDF Ogolla Joins East African Counterparts to Discuss Security Situation in DR Congo
Kenya's Chief of Defence Forces, General Francis Ogolla on Monday joined the East African Community Chiefs of Defence Forces and Chiefs of Defence Staff for an extraordinary… Read more »
May 28, 2023
Kenya: Kindiki Warns Azimio Against Incitement, to Go for Mungiki Financiers
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki has warned leaders against inciting the youth and recruiting them to outlawed groups such as Mungiki. Read more »
Kenya: Kindiki Vows Ruthless Force Against Leaders Mobilizing Mungiki Militia
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki has vowed ruthless force against leaders enlisting the youth into proscribed groups including the Maina Njenga-led Mungiki sect. Read more »