2 hrs ago

PM Modi’s Historic Croatia Visit to Boost EU Trade Talks and Bilateral Ties, Says Indian Envoy

June 29 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s upcoming visit to Croatia — the first by an Indian leader — is expected to play a pivotal role in advancing a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the European Union and strengthening trade relations between India and Croatia, India’s Ambassador to Croatia, Arun Goel, said on Tuesday. Speaking […]

2 hrs ago

Kenya Reaffirms Commitment to Stronger Diplomatic Ties with Ukraine

NAIROBI, Kenya June 29 – Kenya has reiterated its commitment to deepening diplomatic relations with Ukraine, focusing on areas that will yield mutual benefit for both countries. In bilateral talks held in Seville, Spain, on the sidelines of the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development, President William Ruto met with Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys […]

9 hrs ago

President Ruto Departs for UK and Spain to Seal Landmark Deals and Champion Global Finance Reform

The UK has committed to mobilising up to £1.5 billion (Sh306 billion) in new investments across Kenya by 2030, targeting sectors such as manufacturing, green energy, and digital innovation.

13 hrs ago

Iran could start enriching uranium for bomb within months, UN nuclear chief says

Israel attacked nuclear and military sites in Iran on 13 June, claiming Iran was close to building a nuclear weapon. The US later joined the strikes, dropping bombs on Iran's three nuclear facilities: Fordo, Natanz and Isfahan.

13 hrs ago

Serbia police clash with anti-government protesters in Belgrade

Dozens have been arrested, with riot police seen firing tear gas and stun grenades.President Vucic accused protesters calling for an election of being part of a foreign plot trying to usurp his country.

13 hrs ago

Senate Republicans advance Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ but final vote hangs in balance

In a 51-49 vote largely along party lines, the Senate has moved to open debate on the bill, a key initial hurdle that Republicans scrambled to overcome.

Yest 07:57 AM

Gachagua Dismisses Coup Claims, Dares State to Arrest Him If Guilty

Murkomen alleged that demonstrators had targeted key government installations including Parliament, State House, and police stations, adding that there was evidence of coordination and planning that pointed to top-level instigation to topple President Ruto.

Yest 07:52 AM

Gachagua Dismisses Coup Allegations, Accuses Government of Stage-Managing Chaos

How did they manage to storm and take over police stations?” he asked. “If there was such intelligence, why didn’t they act on it? Murkomen must respect the people and stop taking them for fools.”

Yest 07:43 AM

Iran holds state funeral for military leaders killed in Israel conflict

The conflict ended with a ceasefire earlier this week, after the US became directly involved by bombing key nuclear sites in Iran.

Yest 07:38 AM

LSK Slams Murkomen’s ‘Shoot on Sight’ Remarks Amid Uproar Over Police Brutality

The order is reckless, unconstitutional and a dangerous green light for extrajudicial killings.

Yest 07:24 AM

UN80: Our Achievements Should Give Us Hope for a Better Future

The United Nations remains the only organisation of its kind, and the only one to have endured for so long. That longevity is remarkable when we consider the context of its founding: assembled from the rubble of not one, but two global cataclysms. Its predecessor, the League of Nations, had collapsed in disgrace.

27 Jun 19:26 PM

Pakistan President Urges Unity in Fight Against Drug Abuse

June 27 – President Asif Ali Zardari has urged citizens to unite in eliminating drug abuse and supporting national efforts to build a healthier, safer Pakistan. In his message to mark the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, the president emphasised that drug abuse and illicit trafficking remain global challenges requiring unified and […]

27 Jun 16:25 PM

High Court declares Isiolo Governor Guyo’s impeachment null and void,

The Judge ruled Governor Abdi Guyo's impeachment unconstitutional for flouting active court orders.

27 Jun 12:37 PM

India recovers data from crashed Air India flight recorders

At least 270 people were killed when the London-bound Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner crashed less than a minute after taking off on 12 June from Ahmedabad airport in western India.

27 Jun 12:33 PM

S Africa’s police intelligence chief arrested over fraud allegations

Gen Khumalo was picked up on Thursday evening after landing at the main international airport in Johannesburg by members of anti-corruption unit

27 Jun 11:54 AM

Are East African governments uniting to silence dissent?

Kenya has been hit by a recent wave of repression, tarnishing its reputation as a beacon of democracy in East Africa.

27 Jun 08:30 AM

Japan hangs 'Twitter killer' in first execution since 2022

He was dubbed the "Twitter killer" as he contacted victims via the social media platform.

27 Jun 07:39 AM

Japan executes ‘Twitter killer’ who murdered nine

The serial killings by Takahiro Shiraishi, dubbed the "Twitter killer", had shocked the country and triggered debate over how suicide was discussed online.