African Stories in Perspective
African Stories in Perspective
The Mombasa Open Tong-IL Moo-Do International Martial Arts Championships 2025 entered its second day on Saturday at the Aga Khan Hall, with athletes thrilling fans through impressive displays of skill, discipline and athleticism. Participants from different countries took to the mat to showcase a wide range of techniques, from solo demonstrations to complex combination routines, […]
The United Nations Security Council has urged Rwanda to immediately withdraw its forces from eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and to halt all support for the Rwanda-backed M23 rebel group, as fighting in the region intensifies despite a recent peace agreement. In a unanimously adopted resolution on Friday, the Council condemned the latest offensive […]
Residents living along the border of Imenti in Meru County and Tharaka Sub-County in Tharaka-Nithi have raised alarm over what they describe as prolonged neglect by their respective county governments, forcing locals to take matters into their own hands. In Kathuura and Mugui areas of Tharaka Sub-County, residents were seen manually repairing roads, saying the […]
The Mombasa Open Tong-IL Moo-Do International Martial Arts Championships 2025 officially kicked off on Friday at the Aga Khan Hall, marking a major milestone for the fast-growing discipline and positioning Kenya as a key hub for international martial arts competition. Speaking after the opening ceremony, Kenya Tong-IL Moo-Do President Clarence Mwakio said the successful staging […]
The South African government has defended its decision to deport seven Kenyan nationals found illegally working in the country, amid escalating diplomatic tensions with the United States. In a statement released on Thursday, December 18, South African authorities said the Kenyans were deported after being discovered processing refugee applications without valid work permits. The government […]
FIFA has made a rare U-turn on World Cup ticket pricing following a wave of global criticism, announcing a dramatic reduction aimed at making the tournament more accessible to loyal football fans. Under the new decision, selected supporters will be able to attend matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup for as little as 60 […]
Dar es Salaam — The tenure of Kenya’s High Commissioner to the United Republic of Tanzania, Ambassador Isaac Njenga, has officially come to an end, closing a diplomatic chapter marked by strengthened bilateral relations, economic diplomacy, and effective regional crisis management. Ambassador Njenga, who served from 2022 to 2025, leaves office having played a pivotal […]
Buuri, Meru County — The Talanta Hela programme has been launched in Buuri Constituency as part of wider efforts to curb teenage pregnancies and drug abuse among young people during the December long holiday. The colourful event, hosted by Buuri Member of Parliament Mugambi Rindikiri, brought together more than 650 youths who showcased a wide […]
 Nairobi – The United Nations Under-Secretary-General and Special Adviser on the Prevention of Genocide, Mr. Chaloka Beyani, has sounded a grave warning over the escalating violence in Sudan, citing credible reports of systematic and targeted attacks against civilian populations protected under international law. Speaking after high-level consultations in Nairobi, Mr. Beyani said verified information indicates that […]
Nairobi, Kenya – Sheldrick Wildlife Trust (SWT) Chief Executive Officer Angela Sheldrick has been awarded the Elder of the Order of the Burning Spear (E.B.S.), Kenya’s highest civilian state decoration, in recognition of her exceptional contribution to wildlife conservation and community development. The prestigious award was presented by President William Ruto at State House, Nairobi, during […]
