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Kenya’s Unresolved Wounds: Families Demand Justice Two Years After Deadly Protests

On the two-year anniversary of deadly anti-government protests, families of those killed gathered outside Kenya’s parliament, placing flowers on barbed wire barricades. These solemn acts coincided with demonstrations across the nation, though turnout in the capital, Nairobi, was notably lower than in 2024 and previous anniversary events. Authorities had heavily fortified the parliamentary precinct, using […]

Africa, Crime, World News

Kenyan Students to Face Murder Charges Following Fatal Dormitory Arson

Kenyan authorities have announced that a group of students will face murder charges in connection with a devastating dormitory fire that claimed the lives of 16 pupils last month. The tragedy occurred at Utumishi Girls’ School in Gilgil, located approximately 120 kilometers northwest of Nairobi, leaving dozens of others injured. Following an extensive investigation that […]

Africa, Legal, World News

Prominent Kenyan Lawyer Martha Karua Denied Entry to Uganda Amidst High-Stakes Treason Cases

A prominent Kenyan lawyer and former Justice Minister, Martha Karua, was recently denied entry into Uganda and instructed to return to Kenya. Karua had arrived at Entebbe airport with the intention of joining a legal team defending her Ugandan colleague, Erias Lukwago, and detained opposition leader Kizza Besigye, both of whom are embroiled in treason-related […]

Africa, Health, Legal, World News

Kenyan Health Minister Halts US-Funded Ebola Facility Following Court Contempt Ruling

Kenya’s Health Minister, Aden Duale, has officially ordered the immediate cessation of construction on a controversial Ebola quarantine facility located at a military base in Nanyuki. The decision follows a tense legal battle in which the minister was found in contempt of court for failing to adhere to a previous High Court order that mandated […]

Africa, Legal, People, World News

Supreme Court Upholds Family’s Right: Zambia’s Ex-President Lungu to Be Buried in South Africa

More than a year after the passing of Zambia’s former President Edgar Lungu, his family has secured a significant legal victory, winning the right to bury him in South Africa. This decision by the Supreme Court of Appeal overturns an earlier high court ruling that would have allowed the Zambian government to repatriate his remains […]

Africa, Science, World News

Kenya’s Lake Naivasha Faces Existential Crisis as Water Levels Surge

Lake Naivasha in Kenya, a vital hub for wildlife, agriculture, and tourism, is currently grappling with a dramatic and destructive transformation. Over the past 15 years, the freshwater lake has experienced a significant rise in water levels, with satellite data indicating an increase of approximately 7 meters (23 feet) since 2010. This surge has expanded […]

Africa, People, World News

A Rare Union: Twin Brothers Marry Twin Sisters in Remarkable Nigerian Ceremony

In a rare and joyous celebration held in the Nigerian city of Ibadan, two sets of twins have officially tied the knot in a joint wedding ceremony. Taiwo and Kehinde Oguntoye, twin brothers known for their work in local culture and tourism, married twin sisters Taiwo and Kehinde Adediran. The event drew significant attention, highlighting […]

Africa, Legal, World News

Former Kenyan Justice Minister Denied Entry to Uganda Amid High-Profile Treason Trial

Martha Karua, a prominent Kenyan attorney and former Justice Minister, was denied entry into Uganda upon her arrival at Entebbe International Airport. Karua had traveled to the country to join the legal defense team for Erias Lukwago, a Ugandan lawyer currently facing treason-related charges. Lukwago is also a key member of the legal counsel representing […]

Africa, Policies, World News

Ethiopia’s Political Landscape Shifts Amid Rising Fears of Renewed Conflict

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has secured a landslide victory in Ethiopia’s recent general election, with his Prosperity Party capturing 438 of the 501 contested parliamentary seats. While the result solidifies Abiy’s mandate to continue his economic agenda, the electoral process was marred by significant security challenges, allegations of political repression, and the complete exclusion of […]

Africa, History, World News

Nations Unite in Accra to Demand Reparations for Transatlantic Slave Trade

A coalition of African and Caribbean nations has formally intensified its campaign for reparatory justice, calling for unconditional apologies and comprehensive compensation from countries that profited from the transatlantic slave trade. The demand was solidified at the conclusion of a three-day summit in Accra, Ghana, where leaders endorsed a 19-point plan aimed at addressing the […]