Uganda has received a $53 million military support package from Russia. The aid is intended to enhance the Uganda People's Defence Force’s ability to conduct marine operations. The package includes equipment and training resources. The announcement was made by Russian officials. The support aims to improve Uganda’s naval readiness. The deal reflects growing military ties between the two nations.
Uganda has started a phase one trial of an experimental Ebola vaccine called ChAdOx1 BDBV. The trial involves a small group of volunteers and is part of global efforts to control the spread of the vir…
Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania have launched a joint visa initiative aimed at boosting regional tourism, with the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) as a key driver. The agreement, announced during a reg…
Kenya and Uganda have reported an increase in tourist numbers from each other, with Kenya welcoming 234,556 visitors from Uganda in 2025, up from 201,623 in 2024. This growth has prompted both nations…
Ugandan authorities are investigating how travelers from Congo bypassed border checks and brought Ebola to Uganda, according to a report by The East African. The investigation focuses on the history o…
The Education Ministry has announced a new deadline for appointing university vice chancellors, setting June 2027 as the target date. This decision follows concerns raised by Parliament over the insta…
Schools in Laikipia, Kenya, are being advised to invest in rainwater harvesting systems ahead of the October–December short rains, as El Niño-related weather patterns intensify. The initiative comes a…
Nairobi's informal settlements are at high risk of flooding due to El Niño weather patterns, according to local experts. The city's drainage systems are overwhelmed, increasing the likelihood of sever…
A Kenyan member of parliament has publicly challenged the national assembly’s deputy speaker over claims that education is functioning in the country. Kirinyaga Woman Representative Njeri Maina critic…
The United Nations has issued a warning about the increasing number of civilian casualties and damage to critical infrastructure caused by drone strikes in Sudan. The agency highlights that these atta…
Kenya Railways Corporation has issued a warning to job seekers about a fraudulent recruitment advertisement circulating online. The fake ad claims to offer employment opportunities with a deadline of…
Kenya has announced plans to conduct a military exercise in 2027 aimed at testing the coordination of flood response efforts among multiple agencies, including its own air force and other African mili…
Babu Owino, an Embakasi East Member of Parliament, has stated he will not compete against Winnie Odinga in the 2027 Nairobi political contest. Owino emphasized that he respects Winnie’s political aspi…
Babu Owino, leader of Nairobi’s political faction, has ruled out rivalry with Winnie Odinga ahead of the 2027 political contest. Owino stated that both candidates should pursue their political ambitio…
Kenya's nuclear regulators have issued warnings against accelerating the country's nuclear projects without ensuring compliance with safety standards. Officials emphasized that the agreements aim to s…
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi has sought approval from Parliament for potential military support from Saudi Arabia, according to local media. The request comes amid ongoing regional tensions…
A second survivor was rescued from the collapsed building in Eastleigh, Nairobi, and taken to Kenyatta National Hospital. Emergency teams continue searching for others trapped in the rubble. The incid…
Gor Mahia secured their second consecutive victory in the FKF Premier League, maintaining their perfect start to the season. The defending champions defeated Mara Sugar 2-1 in a tightly contested matc…
The Kenyan government has released the Draft Budget Policy Statement for 2027/28, projecting total spending of Sh5.4 trillion. This represents an increase of Sh10 billion from the previous year’s budg…
Police have been deployed along 9th Street following an emergency situation. Members of the public have been urged to keep away from the area. A heavy contingent of officers is present to manage the s…
President William Ruto visited Ukambani for four days, aligning his administration’s development plans with opposition leader Kalonzo Musyoka’s political agenda. The trip intensified competition betwe…
A building collapsed in Eastleigh, Nairobi, trapping several people inside. Emergency teams rescued one individual, who was immediately taken to Kenyatta National Hospital. The search for other potent…
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has warned first-time members of parliament against pursuing presidential ambitions. Wetang’ula emphasized Kenya’s political history shows the importance of…
A heavy police presence has been deployed along 9th Street to prevent public access. The area remains cordoned off as emergency teams work to complete their operations. Local authorities have issued w…
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja announced on October 24, 2026, that seven people were feared trapped in a collapsed building in Eastleigh. Speaking at the site, he stated the structure was under const…
A multi-storey building under construction collapsed along 9th Street in Eastleigh, Nairobi, on Friday, October 23, 2026. The 13-floor structure collapsed in the afternoon, trapping several people ins…
