Kenya: Inside Mitahato, the Kenyan Village Where Residents Speak French

In Mitahato, a small village in rural Kenya, it's common to see words like bienvenue adorning entrances, and to hear people saying bonjour or comment ça va as they pass each… Read more »

Kenya: Women in Kenya Demand Justice for Femicide Amid Spate of Killings

A spate of femicides has spurred calls for justice for women across Kenya, where more than a dozen women have been killed since the start of the year. Read more »

Kenya: Kenyan President Slams 'Incompetence', 'Corruption' After Deadly Blast

Kenyan President William Ruto on Saturday blamed incompetent and corrupt government officials for a deadly gas blast in Nairobi that killed three people and injured 280. Read more »

Kenya: IMF Approves New $941m Loan for Cash-Strapped Kenya

Nairobi (AFP) - - The International Monetary Fund said it has granted Kenya a new loan of more than $941 million to help buttress the finances of the cash-strapped East African… Read more »

Kenya: Preacher to Face Murder Charges Over Mass Starvation Deaths

A Kenyan judge on Wednesday ordered cult leader Paul Mackenzie and dozens of others to undergo mental health tests before being charged with murder, terrorism and torture over the… Read more »

Kenya: In Kenya's Biggest Slum, HIV Patients Skip Meds Because of Hunger

Recent studies show that food insecurity is a barrier to the optimal treatment of HIV because some people forego crucial medication for fear of the side effects they experience… Read more »

East Africa: 'Crisis Upon Crisis' As Kenya and Somalia Go From Drought to Floods

Around 80 people in Kenya and Somalia have lost their lives in less than a month as a result of floods caused by heavy rains, which come on the heels of East Africa's worst drought… Read more »

Kenya: Kenyans Struggle to Make Ends Meet Despite Election Promises

Nairobi, Kenya - Kenya's president William Ruto has acknowledged that his government is having a tough time in delivering what it promised in the campaign leading up to the… Read more »

Kenya: Charles III Honours Kenya's War Dead, but Many Still Demand an Apology for Past 'Atrocities'

 King Charles III and his wife Camilla honored World War veterans and fallen soldiers at the Commonwealth War Cemetery in Kariakor, Nairobi, on their second day of a four-day… Read more »

Kenya: King Charles III Says 'No Excuse' for British Colonial Atrocities in Kenya

Nairobi, Kenya - King Charles III said Tuesday there could be "no excuse" for British colonial atrocities against Kenyans as he visited the country. However, he stopped short of… Read more »

Kenya: Kenyan Publisher Recalls School Book Depicting Prophet Muhammad

A Kenyan publishing company has withdrawn a primary school book that featured a drawing of the Prophet Muhammad, following uproar by Muslim leaders and parents. Read more »

Kenya: Can Kenya Help Solve Haiti's Deep Insecurity Crisis?

Kenya is preparing to lead an international police force to combat gang violence in Haiti - an historic first for the East African nation. Read more »

Kenya: Kenya, Uganda, Zimbabwe Roll Out Red Carpet for 'Brother' Iran's Official Visit

Iran's President, Ebrahim Raisi has wrapped up a short official visit to Kenya, Uganda and Zimbabwe. The three African states signed deals with a "critical strategic partner" while… Read more »

Kenya: Two Men Killed in Kenya's Anti-Tax Protests

The protests started to oppose tax increases imposed by President William Ruto, amid soaring cost of living. Dozens were arrested. Read more »

Namibia: Recognition of Same-Sex Marriages With Foreigners in Namibia Brings Hope to Ugandans and Kenyans

As Namibia's Supreme Court recognised same-sex marriages contracted abroad between citizens and foreign spouses last week, many see the ruling as a step towards decriminalising… Read more »

East Africa: Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda Launch Joint Bid to Host African Cup of Nations

Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda have launched a joint bid for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, which would bring the continental showpiece to East Africa for the first time. Read more »

Kenya: Kenya's Ruto Vows Action As Religious Cult Death Toll Continues to Rise

Kenyan President William Ruto has vowed to crack down on "unacceptable" religious movements after police discovered the bodies of at least 58 people suspected of belonging to a… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya Prepares for Anti-Government Demonstrations As Prices Soar

Kenyans were bracing on Monday for a new round of anti-government demonstrations provoked by the high cost of living, after the opposition vowed the action would go ahead despite a… Read more »

Kenya: Opposition Leader Odinga Calls for Weekly Rallies Over Cost-of-Living Crisis

Kenya's veteran opposition leader Raila Odinga called Monday for weekly protests, as clashes erupted between police and supporters demonstrating over the country's cost-of-living… Read more »

Kenya: Donated Clothes an Environmental Disaster in Disguise for Developing World

As much as one third of the clothing sent from the wealthy west to developing countries every year may be ending up as landfill. Unwearable polyester garments are little more than… Read more »

Somalia: Regional Summit to Discuss Fight Against Al-Shabaab Begins

Somalia's President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud on Wednesday hosted a summit of leaders from several neighbouring countries to discuss the regional fight against islamist insurgents… Read more »