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A cross is seen on the roof of a church. (Image file) In Summary: Rwanda has closed over 4,000 churches for not complying with health and safety regulations. The closures mainly affect small Pentecostal churches and a few mosques. In the past month, Rwanda has shut down more than 4,000 churches due to non-compliance with health and safety regulations, including insufficient soundproofing. The closures have predominantly impacted small Pentecostal churches and some mosques, with a number of these establishments operating in unconventional locations such as caves or along riverbanks. "This is not being done to prevent people from praying but to ensure the safety and tranquillity of worshipers," stated Minister of Local Government Jean Claude Musabyimana in a statement t...

UDA executive committee convened early on Friday, August 2. Photo: UDA Party /X In Summary: Tribunal issues order stopping UDA NEC meeting after it had already taken place. Malala challenges his removal, citing procedural violations and ongoing disputes. Confusion has emerged in the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) following an attempt to remove Cleophas Malala from his position as Secretary General. The Political Parties Disputes Tribunal (PPDT) issued an order preventing the party's National Executive Committee (NEC) from convening. However, this order came after the committee had already met on the morning of Friday, August 2, and decided to oust Malala. Malala had filed a petition with the tribunal to stop the meeting, claiming that the NEC intended to remove h...

File image of UDA Secretary General Cleophas Malala. In Summary: UDA dismisses Cleophas Malala as Secretary General. Hassan Omar appointed as Acting Secretary General. The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has dismissed former Kakamega Senator Cleophas Malala from his position as Secretary General. The decision was made during a meeting of the party's National Executive Committee (NEC) held on Friday. In the wake of Malala's removal, Hassan Omar Hassan, who serves as the party's Vice Chairperson, has been appointed as the Acting Secretary General. UDA stated, "The appointment of Hon Cleophas Malala as the interim Secretary General is hereby revoked. These changes are effective immediately." The party cited extensive and consultative discussions regarding rece...

Kenyan police in patrol in Port-au-Prince . IMAGE : Courtesy In Summary: A Kenyan police officer in Haiti was injured during a confrontation with gangs while on patrol in Port-au-Prince. The incident highlights the ongoing efforts of the Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission to stabilize gang-controlled areas in the capital. A Kenyan police officer was shot and injured during a confrontation with gangs in Port-au-Prince, Haiti. The officer is part of the Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission, which is working alongside local officials to stabilize the capital, which has been heavily affected by gang violence. The incident occurred on July 30 while the MSS team was patrolling the National Hospital-APN Sea Port road. According to Godfrey Otunge, head of the...

File image of radio presenter Mercy Mawia The husband of celebrated vernacular radio presenter Mercy Mawia commonly known as Kamuwetangi who passed away on unfortunate circumstances following a surgery at Nairobi Hospital has revealed the cause of her death Her husband James Mwangi revealed that she died due to a blood clot related to s surgery The couple had faced significant challenges in the quest to have a baby after eight years of unsuccessful attempts before she got pregnant Mr Mwangi disclosed that doctors had warned them but his lovely darling chose to continue with the pregnancy while undergoing numerous precautions The curtain fall while she was five months pregnancy Senior Political Leaders from Ukambani including Wiper Leader Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka and Machak...