2 hrs ago

Protests break out in Pakistan, Iraq over Khamenei's death; 9 die in Karachi

Protesters set fire to a United Nations office building in the northern city of Skardu.

2 hrs ago

Wetang’ula orders transfer of Nandi helicopter crash victims’ bodies to Nairobi

The crash on Saturday afternoon in Nandi County killed six people, including Emurua Dikirr MP Johanna Ngeno, whose death was formally communicated to the legislature.

4 hrs ago

Trump, Netanyahu want regime change, but Iran’s regime was built for survival. A long war is now likely

The regime has every incentive to do what it must to ensure its survival.

5 hrs ago

Ayatollah Khamenei’s iron grip on power in Iran comes to an end

His death, in such violent circumstances, heralds a new and uncertain future, both in Iran and the wider region.

28 Feb 2026

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei killed, senior Israeli official says

The United States and Israel carried out military strikes on Iran on Saturday, targeting its...

28 Feb 2026

Netanyahu claims Khamenei is dead in Tehran strikes

Satellite imagery has shown damage to Khamenei’s compound in Tehran, while unverified reports from Israeli and US sources claim he may have been killed. Reuters, citing a senior Israeli official, reported that his body had been found, while other outlets quoted officials making similar claims. Iranian authorities have not confirmed the reports.

28 Feb 2026

President Ruto Mourns late Emurua Dikirr MP Ng’eno as “Progressive and Devoted Servant of the People”

Ruto said the MP would be remembered for the tangible development achieved under his leadership and for his commitment to nurturing local talent, particularly in music

28 Feb 2026

Dental Association Flags ‘Unclear’ Accreditation of Oral Health Degree in Petition to Parliament

The association alleges that some graduates have been issued licences to practise general dentistry despite not completing the accredited Bachelor of Dental Surgery training required under Kenyan law

28 Feb 2026

Iran says it has hit US base in Bahrain, as it launches strikes across region

Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said in a statement it was targeting US bases and assets as part of operation "Truthful Promise 4", in retaliation for the attack on Iran launched by the US and Israel on Saturday morning.

28 Feb 2026

AU Commission Terms US-Israel Strikes on Iran a Threat to Global Peace, Urges Return to Oman-Facilitated Talks

The AUC warned that continued confrontation risks worsening global instability, with serious implications for energy markets, food security and economic resilience

28 Feb 2026

Kenya Power Meter Reader Arrested for Allegedly Extorting Sh 300,000 from Customer

“Upon receiving the report on February 27, the Commission conducted preliminary investigations and mounted an operation that led to the suspect’s arrest as he received Sh 180,000 from the complainant at Runda Mumwe Estate,” EACC said.

28 Feb 2026

US Navy service centre in Bahrain ‘subjected to missile attack’ – Bahraini state news agency

Bahrain is home to the headquarters of the 5th Fleet, whose area of responsibility includes the Gulf, Red Sea, Arabian Sea and parts of the Indian Ocean.

28 Feb 2026

Trump says US carrying out 'major combat operations' in Iran

The escalation follows the collapse of nuclear talks in Washington.

28 Feb 2026

Gunmen Kill Police Officer in Raid in Kakamega Police Post, Flee with Two Rifles

NAIROBI, Kenya, Feb 28 — A police officer was shot dead and three others injured after gunmen attacked a rural patrol base in Kakamega late Friday, authorities said. The assault occurred at about 8:50 p.m. at Musanda Police Station in Mumias West sub-county, according to a police report released Friday. Police Constable Brian Kipngetich told […]

28 Feb 2026

Justice Lenaola Elected President of U.N.-Backed Sierra Leone War Crimes Court

Justice Lenaola, who had been serving as vice president of the court, was elected to a two-year renewable term as president

28 Feb 2026

Why the Israel–Iran air war has just entered a dangerous new phase

'The operation had been planned for months in coordination with Washington.' — Israeli Defence...

28 Feb 2026

Photographer captures six planets in ‘parade’

A planetary parade, which occurs when several planets appear to align on one side of the Sun from Earth's perspective, will be visible in the UK again from sunset on Saturday.

27 Feb 2026

Former US President Bill Clinton testifies on Epstein ties – China Daily

Lawmakers have been seeking testimony from prominent individuals linked to the late financier as they continue their investigation.

27 Feb 2026

Afghan forces launch airstrikes on Pakistani military positions in retaliatory action – China Daily

Afghan officials described the strikes as a direct response to Pakistani aerial incursions conducted overnight in Kabul, Kandahar, and Paktia provinces.

27 Feb 2026

Iran, US hold fresh talks amid mistrust – China Daily

Iran and the United States held a third round of nuclear talks in Geneva on Thursday, with both favoring a diplomatic solution even as Washington imposed sweeping new sanctions and bolstered its military presence in the Middle East, fueling fears of a broader regional conflict. Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi said a “fair and […]

27 Feb 2026

Kilifi Man Jailed 30 Years for Murdering Wife Over Instagram Dispute

The court found that Mbaraka acted with malice aforethought and premeditation on the night of June 19, 2022.

27 Feb 2026

Appellate Court rules Sossion’s deregistration as teacher unlawful, Opens Door for 2026 KNUT Secretary-General Bid

Sossion, who previously served as KNUT secretary-general, now stands eligible to contest for the union’s top position, with the April elections fast approaching.