Maria Sarungi Tsehai, a Tanzanian independent media editor and human rights defender was abducted by three armed men driving a black Noah from Chaka Place in the upscale Kilimani area in Nairobi. The abduction took place at approximately 3:15 pm on January 12, 2025. Representatives from Change Tanzania, an organization founded by Ms Sarungi, believe…
In a heartfelt statement, Kenyan President William Ruto extended his condolences to the United States following the devastating fires in Los Angeles. The fires, which have wreaked havoc across the city, have captured the attention of international leaders, including President Ruto. “On behalf of the Kenyan people, I extend our deepest sympathies to the families…
On January 10, 2025, President William Ruto appointed former First Deputy Chief Justice of Kenya Nancy Barasa to chair a 42-member task force aimed at addressing gender-based violence, specifically femicide cases in Kenya. Her appointment to the task force has been met with mixed reactions. Critics have pointed to her past behavior, questioning her moral…
Kenya is in mourning as it remembers Rasna Warah, a freelance writer/editor, a columnist with the Daily Nation, and a formidable advocate for social justice, who dedicated her life to fighting for the rights of the marginalized. Sadly, Rasna Warah passed away on January 11, 2025, after battling cancer, as announced by a family friend…
The outgoing United States President Joe Bidden declared a state of emergency and approved a major disaster declaration for federal assistance after several fire outbreaks in the city of Los Angeles. The county is currently battling multiple wildfires, primarily the Palisades Fire, Eaton Fire, Hurst Fire, and Sunset Fire, which have collectively caused significant destruction…
