Kenya confirms first mpox death as cases rise to 13
Kenya confirms its first mpox death, as cases of the disease in the country continue to rise.
Tue Oct 15 2024
INSIGHT - Olympic runner Cheptegei defied her violent ex. She lost her life anyway
The story sheds light on the dark side of success for female athletes in Kenya's patriarchal society.
Sun Sep 22 2024
Alleged killer of Ugandan Olympian dies from burns, hospital says
Dickson Ndiema Marangach has died from burns sustained during the attack, the Kenyan hospital where he was being treated said.
Tue Sep 10 2024
Kenya primary boarding school blaze kills 17 students
The fire had burnt the students beyond recognition, according to media reports.
Fri Sep 06 2024
Ugandan runner Cheptegei dies after boyfriend set her on fire, officials and media say
Rebecca Cheptegei's death shines a spotlight on violence experienced by sportswomen in Kenya, where she lived when she trained.
Thu Sep 05 2024
WHO declares mpox a global public health emergency for second time in two years
The outbreak has spread from Congo to Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, and Uganda, prompting action from WHO.
Thu Aug 15 2024
Uganda police arrest more people protesting corruption
Anti-corruption protesters are demanding the resignation of the parliament speaker.
Thu Jul 25 2024
Suspected serial killer arrested after bodies discovered in Kenya quarry
Police said Collins Jumaisi confessed that he lured and killed 42 women, including his wife, and dumped their remains at a quarry.
Tue Jul 16 2024
Kenyan police arrival in Haiti marks new era for security, prime minister tells UN
Haiti is currently at a critical point with 12,000 armed individuals holding a population of 12 million hostage, says Garry Conille.
Thu Jul 04 2024
Kenya flood toll rises to 181 as homes and roads are destroyed
Torrential rain and floods have destroyed homes, roads, bridges and other infrastructure across the region.
Thu May 02 2024
Floods kill at least 42 in central Kenya; toll may rise after dam bursts
A dam burst in southern Kenya, sweeping away homes and vehicles after weeks of heavy rains and devastating flash floods.
Mon Apr 29 2024
Kenyan families weep for starvation cult victims as first bodies released
More than 400 bodies exhumed so far, of followers whose doomsday cult leader induced them to starve themselves.
Wed Mar 27 2024
2 dead, 222 injured in gas explosion in Kenya's capital
At least two people were killed and 222 others injured in a fire resulting from a gas explosion in Kenya's capital Nairobi.
Fri Feb 02 2024
Kenyan cult leader to face murder charges in starvation deaths
Paul Mackenzie and 30 associates to undergo mental health evaluations before being charged with the murder of 191 children.
Wed Jan 17 2024
Horn of Africa: Over 100 killed and 700,000 displaced by El Nino rains
NGO calls for urgent national and international intervention to respond to the massive displacement in Kenya, Ethiopia and Somalia.
Fri Nov 17 2023
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024