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German Defense Minister Warns of Need for War Readiness by 2029 Amid Russian Threats.

5Jun

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German Defense Minister Warns of Need for War Readiness by 2029 Amid Russian Threats.

German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius delivers a stern warning to parliament, calling for Germany to be ready for war by 2029 amid growing Russian threats and concerns over potential aggression beyond Ukraine's borders. [Image | Getty Images] In Summary: German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius has cautioned that Germany must be prepared for war by 2029, citing increasing Russian threats and the possibility of Putin's aggression extending beyond Ukraine's borders. Pistorius stressed the importance of having a defensive force capable of defending the country, as the world has changed significantly since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022. His remarks come amid heightened fears among European nations, particularly in Eastern Europe, about potential...

Mudavadi Urges Leaders to Desist from Dragging Ruto into Tribal Politics.

5Jun

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Mudavadi Urges Leaders to Desist from Dragging Ruto into Tribal Politics.

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi addresses attendees at Chepterwai Girls School's prize-giving ceremony in Nandi County on June 5th, 2024, urging leaders to desist from involving President William Ruto in divisive tribal politics, and commending Ruto's efforts to unite Kenyans. [Image Source: @MusaliaMudavadi /X] In Summary: Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has called on leaders to refrain from involving President William Ruto in local tribal politics, emphasizing that Ruto is leading efforts to unite Kenyans. Mudavadi stated that Ruto has earned global recognition for his leadership and should not be sabotaged by those interested in propagating divisive tribal narratives. He commended Ruto's decision to back Raila Odinga for the AU chairmanship, describing...

DP Gachagua’s Mt. Kenya Woes Deepen as He Faces Growing Opposition from Meru Leaders.

4Jun

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DP Gachagua’s Mt. Kenya Woes Deepen as He Faces Growing Opposition from Meru Leaders.

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua during a previous address. PHOTO | Courtesy In Summary: Meru leaders reject Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's "one man, one shilling, one vote" stance. The MPs deny any rift between President William Ruto and DP Gachagua, stressing leadership unity. Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s political influence in Central Kenya appears to be diminishing as more leaders from the region, including a group from Meru, distance themselves from his "one man, one shilling, one vote" campaign. At a press conference held at Parliament buildings on Tuesday, the Meru legislators voiced their disagreement with DP Gachagua's call for MPs to reside within their constituencies. "If we say other areas should not get development, we will be wrong," said Ig...

Mombasa: Father Stabs Daughter During Dispute Over Lamp

2Jun

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Mombasa: Father Stabs Daughter During Dispute Over Lamp

Crime scene .IMAGE FILE /TopNews In Summary: Police are searching for a father suspected of fatally stabbing his daughter in Changamwe, Mombasa. In a separate news development in the same area, two road accidents resulted in two fatalities and five injuries. Police in Mombasa are actively searching for a father who allegedly stabbed his 25-year-old daughter, Diana Yumbya, during a domestic argument over a solar rechargeable lamp. The incident took place around midnight on June 1, following a brief power outage in the Changamwe area. Witnesses report that the father picked up a kitchen knife during the argument and stabbed his daughter in the chest before fleeing the scene. Neighbors who heard the commotion rushed Yumbya to Bomu Hospital, where she was pronounced de...

KPLC Announces Power Interruptions in Nairobi and 2 Other Counties on Sunday

2Jun

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KPLC Announces Power Interruptions in Nairobi and 2 Other Counties on Sunday

A 2015 photograph taken in Nairobi, Kenya, shows a utility pole with electrical distribution wires. PHOTO | Kenya Power In Summary: Kenya Power schedules outages for network maintenance. Affected areas include parts of Nairobi, Uasin Gishu, and Kakamega. Kenya Power has announced scheduled power interruptions on Sunday in selected areas across three counties: Nairobi, Uasin Gishu, and Kakamega. This power outage is part of ongoing network maintenance efforts. Nairobi: In Nairobi, the areas that will experience power interruptions include Kyangombe, Syokimau, SGR, parts of Mombasa Road, and the Inland Container Depot (ICD). Specific locations affected are: Inland Container Depot Kyang'ombe Heavy Engineering Tile & Carpet Kings Atlantis Business Par...

The World Reacts to Trump’s Guilty Verdict

31May

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The World Reacts to Trump’s Guilty Verdict

Former U.S. President Donald Trump is seen on a news camera screen as he addresses the media outside a New York court on May 2. IMAGE | GETTY IMAGES In Summary: Trump’s conviction has drawn significant international media coverage, eliciting a range of reactions. Global perspectives vary from criticism to support, reflecting broader geopolitical dynamics. Former U.S. President Donald Trump was convicted by a New York jury on Thursday of felony charges for falsifying business records related to a hush money payment made to an adult film star, aiming to illegally influence the 2016 election. The verdict, which found the presumptive Republican presidential nominee guilty on all 34 charges, sent political shockwaves through the United States as the 2024 election cycle gains m...

Can Trump Run for President as a Convicted Felon?

31May

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Can Trump Run for President as a Convicted Felon?

Former US President Donald Trump. Image: FILE In Summary: Trump is the first former US president to have a criminal conviction. Despite his conviction, he can still run for president, but it may impact his chances in the election. Donald Trump has become the first former US president with a criminal conviction. Thirty-four charges, an often exasperated judge, and a procession of witnesses culminated in a historic trial. After two days of deliberations, a jury of 12 New Yorkers found Donald Trump guilty on all charges related to his hush-money case. This landmark verdict marks him as the first major party candidate to run for the White House as a convicted felon. So what happens next? Here are some key issues to consider. Can he still run for president?Yes. Th...

Red-Eye Disease Outbreak Forces Six Busia Schools to Send Students Home

30May

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Red-Eye Disease Outbreak Forces Six Busia Schools to Send Students Home

A collage featuring school students walking on the road (left) and others riding in a matatu (right). PHOTO | Courtesy In Summary: Six schools in Busia County have sent students home due to an outbreak of red-eye disease. Affected students have been quarantined, and there are calls for the government to supply treatment to school dispensaries. Six schools in Busia County have sent their learners home following an outbreak of red-eye disease, also known as conjunctivitis. The outbreak has affected several schools including Amagoro Girls High School, Malaba Primary School, and Mundika Boys High School. Speaking to the press on Thursday, the Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) Secretary General Moffat Okisai confirmed that the affected students were qu...

Why Bread, Chapati, and Mandazi Prices Are Set to Rise, Say Industry Leaders

30May

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Why Bread, Chapati, and Mandazi Prices Are Set to Rise, Say Industry Leaders

Loaves of bread and pieces of chapati. PHOTO/Pexels In Summary: The proposed 2024 Finance Bill includes higher excise duty on edible oils, likely raising the prices of basic commodities. The increase in excise duty could significantly impact families, hospitality, and tourism sectors. Kenyans may soon face higher prices for essential goods if the 2024 Finance Bill, which proposes increased excise duty on edible oils, is passed by Parliament. This bill could lead to price hikes for items such as bread (400g) from Kes 70 to Kes 80, long bars of soap from Kes180 to Kes270, and chapatis and mandazis, which depend on edible oils. Other affected commodities include chips, which may rise from Kes 80 to Kes100; 200g biscuits, from Kes120 to Kes150; 40g crisps, from Kes 50 to K...

Gov’t Initiates Nationwide Crackdown on Unregistered Security Guards and Companies

30May

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Gov’t Initiates Nationwide Crackdown on Unregistered Security Guards and Companies

PSRA Director General Fazul Mahamed delivering a speech at a training and sensitization event at Sarova Stanley Hotel on Jan 10, 2024 (left). Security guards being inspected during the launch of Guard Force Numbers (GFNs) on March 30 (right). PHOTO | PSRA. In Summary: The Private Security Regulatory Authority (PSRA) is conducting a nationwide crackdown on unqualified security guards and companies. Employers found hiring unregistered security guards face significant fines and penalties. The Private Security Regulatory Authority (PSRA), led by CEO Fazul Mahamed, has announced a nationwide crackdown aimed at eliminating unqualified security guards. This initiative, disclosed in a statement on Wednesday, May 29, also targets employers who hire these unqualified guards. "O...