By: BBC Eight countries – six of them in Africa, including Nigeria, Kenya, and Lesotho – could soon run out of HIV drugs following the US government’s recent decision to pause foreign aid, the UN World Health Organization (WHO) said. US President Donald Trump announced the freeze on his first day …

Kenya Power has announced scheduled power outages in specific areas of Siaya, Nyeri, Tharaka Nithi, and Mombasa counties on Wednesday, aimed at facilitating grid maintenance in those regions. The outages will occur from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Siaya Power interruptions will affect areas in Boro and Nyadorera, including Mwer …

Former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza has described her impeachment as a complete sham and pledged to mount a vigorous legal challenge in the near future. Speaking on Tuesday evening, following the swearing-in of her deputy, Isaac Mutuma, who took office after the High Court upheld her removal last Friday, Mwangaza …

Old Mutual Group’s profit after tax surged by 550% to Sh1.3 billion last year, driven by robust performance in its asset management division, underwriting gains from the insurance sector, and returns on invested assets. In 2023, the company reported a net profit of Sh200 million. “Our ongoing strategy is focused …

The United States has issued a travel warning urging its citizens to exercise heightened caution when visiting Kenya due to crime, terrorism, civil unrest, and the threat of kidnapping. The advisory specifically lists Eastleigh and Kibera in Nairobi as areas considered unsafe by the US due to a high frequency …

By: BBC At least 12 people have been killed after a plane crashed off the Caribbean coast of Honduras on Monday evening, officials said. The aircraft – operated by Honduran airline Lanhsa – crashed into the sea within a minute of take-off from the island of Roatán. The Honduran national …

In a significant development for university and college students, the government, through the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB), has disbursed Ksh. 1.56 billion to support tuition and upkeep costs. The funds were released on Friday, offering relief to students and trainees facing financial difficulties. Education Cabinet Secretary Migos Ogamba confirmed …

Kiharu Member of Parliament Ndindi Nyoro has spoken out about his removal from the National Assembly Budget and Appropriations Committee. Nyoro, who was replaced by Alego Usonga MP Sam Atandi, told the press on Tuesday that he is unaware of the reasons behind his removal, as the Kenya Kwanza coalition …

WhatsApp has rolled out a highly anticipated update, introducing a new feature that allows users to add music to their status updates. The Music Status feature brings an exciting blend of creativity and simplicity, offering users a fresh way to engage with friends, much like the experiences found on platforms …

Detectives are on the lookout for two suspects involved in a fatal stabbing that occurred during a robbery in Nairobi’s Kayole area. The incident, which took place on Sunday night near the Muthaiga Dumpsite, left an 18-year-old man dead and another seriously injured. The deceased, identified as Clinton Otieno, suffered …