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Insurgent attack in South Sudan leaves 169 dead, including local officials

At least 169 people were killed in a raid on a South Sudan village, amid escalating clashes between forces loyal to President Salva Kiir and opposition elements linked to Riek Machar.
By Joan Oyiela 2026-03-03 11:53:16
According to KWS, persistent downpours in the region have significantly damaged the roads, rendering the two routes unsafe for travel by visitors and tour operators.
By Tania Omusale 2026-02-28 13:10:45
While this March 2026 event maybe invisible to Africa, other celestial events like an annular eclipse may be visible in parts of Africa come next year 2027.
By Jael Wakesho 2026-02-28 09:34:48
LSK President Charles Kanjama vows to defend the Constitution and keep the Society vibrant and promises that they will not go to be bed with the government ahead of elections next years.
By Mike Kihaki 2026-02-27 14:00:00
Authorities stated that Kimani had recorded and posted a video on his TikTok account earlier in the week, which investigators described as a direct threat to the President and government officials.
By Tania Omusale 2026-02-27 13:15:00
The businesswoman operating as a Safaricom dealer in Nairobi has filed a lawsuit after allegedly losing Sh15 million to a taxi driver who promised her a lucrative business deal that later collapsed.
By Lilian Chepkoech 2026-02-27 12:20:00
In a heartbreaking scene, twenty-three frail Ethiopian men of varying ages stood unsteadily at the dock, their bodies gaunt from exhaustion and starvation, barely unable to support their own weight. 
By Tania Omusale and Lilian Chepkoech 2026-02-27 12:09:45
In the video, the chemist reportedly admits to dispensing the wrong medication, saying she did not notice it was meant for the eye.
By Joan Oyiela 2026-02-27 11:50:00
The Switch On-Read On global literacy initiative driving innovative approaches to children’s reading, was officially launched in Kenya in partnership with Akili TV.
By Stevens Muendo 2026-02-27 11:15:00
Emma Isogol, 28, is alleged to have committed the theft on various dates between January 11 and 16 , 2026 from her employer, Koshi Komora, in the Kamae area of Kahawa West.
By Lilian Chepkoech 2026-02-27 10:48:27
This high-profile meeting took place just months after Muhoozi grabbed attention on social media by jokingly expressing interest in marrying Charlene.
By Tania Omusale 2026-02-27 10:20:53
Steve alleges that in the dead of night, his girlfriend boiled water and poured it onto his face as he rested. The superheated water left him writhing in pain and unable to see.
By Mike Kihaki 2026-02-27 09:57:17