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Uganda reignites 'Bandung Spirit' with NAM Summit

Uganda, the chair of NAM is hosting the summit for the first time and comes at a time when Kampala has been shunned by Western powers over its anti-gay law.

By 3 months ago

Uganda reignites 'Bandung Spirit' with NAM Summit

Vaccine officials visit Konza as manufacturing plans take shape

Vaccine officials visit Konza as manufacturing plans take shape

By 3 months ago

Pentagon jittery over China's military ambitions in Kenya

Pentagon jittery over China's military ambitions in Kenya

By 4 months ago

Kenya launches treaty database

Kenya launches treaty database

By 4 months ago

University professor impresses vetting committee for UNESCO envoy job

A graduate of botany and zoology from Kenyatta University, Ngure wowed the committee with a comprehensive introduction, emphasizing his extensive academic and research experience.

By 5 months ago

University professor impresses vetting committee for UNESCO envoy job

George Orina, Kenya's Envoy nominee to Ethiopia, grilled on sensitive issues

Currently serving as the Director-General for Political and Bilateral Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Orina was questioned about significant events during his tenure.

By 5 months ago

George Orina, Kenya's Envoy nominee to Ethiopia, grilled on sensitive issues

Ruto walks diplomatic tightrope during first visit to China owing to his foreign dealings

Experts in Sino-African relations claim that the trip, during which Ruto attended the Third Belt and Road Initiative Forum, was overshadowed by the president’s growing fling with the West.

By 5 months ago

Ruto walks diplomatic tightrope during first visit to China owing to his foreign dealings

Why Taiwan is a diplomatic hot potato for China and will likely appear during Ruto's, Xi talks

Ruto's historic visit comes when Beijing is keen to dislodge Kenya’s allies again in bagging crucial delas, and Western capitals will be monitoring closely.

By 6 months ago

Why Taiwan is a diplomatic hot potato for China and will likely appear during Ruto's, Xi talks

Sauna diplomacy: Discovering Finland's hot-and-cold tradition

Why are the Finns the happiest humans in the globe? The high level of social trust is one reason.

By 6 months ago

Sauna diplomacy: Discovering Finland's hot-and-cold tradition

Kenya Chamber of Commerce opens China office

The newly established China Branch Office will serve as a crucial hub for facilitating business partnerships, and showcasing Kenyan products and services in the dynamic Chinese market.

By 6 months ago

Kenya Chamber of Commerce opens China office

King Charles III to visit Kenya in a first for Commonwealth country

The significance of this visit is not lost on observers, as it evokes memories of the Queen, who ascended to the throne while in Kenya following the death of her father, King George VI.

By 6 months ago

King Charles III to visit Kenya in a first for Commonwealth country

President Ruto faces criticism over Israel-Palestine conflict statement

The conflict erupted when Hamas, deemed a terrorist group by Israel, launched rocket attacks in response to what they consider Israeli aggression and occupation.

By 6 months ago

President Ruto faces criticism over Israel-Palestine conflict statement

Haiti mission: Is Kenya being set up by big boys in troubled nation?

Kenya has pledged 1,000 police to spearhead the mission. Several other Caribbean nations, including Antigua and Barbuda, the Bahamas, and Jamaica - have also offered support.

By 6 months ago

Haiti mission: Is Kenya being set up by big boys in troubled nation?

Haiti mission: Is Kenya displaying its naivety or it is all about peace?

Activists say Kenyan police have a poor human rights record and unprepared to deal with Haiti’s ruthless gangs where foreign interventions have failed to bring stability.

By 6 months ago

Haiti mission: Is Kenya displaying its naivety or it is all about peace?

Kenya's risky mission in Haiti: Peacekeepers in troubled waters?

The international community, led by the United States, has thrown its weight behind Kenya's leadership in a multinational security effort.

By 6 months ago

Kenya's risky mission in Haiti: Peacekeepers in troubled waters?

Musalia lauds strong ties with China at National Day celebrations

Mudavadi said it is worth noting China’s commitment to the principle of non-interference in its internal affairs.

By 6 months ago

Musalia lauds strong ties with China at National Day celebrations

Kenya explores Intelligence sharing, cooperation with China

Collaborative effort is pivotal in enabling Kenya to address emerging security challenges like terrorism, cyberattacks, transnational crime, regional conflicts, and climate change.

By 6 months ago

Kenya explores Intelligence sharing, cooperation with China

Ruto's foreign policy: The good, the bad, and the ugly

During the recent Africa Climate Summit hosted by Kenya, Foreign CS's absence from media engagements raised eyebrows.

By 7 months ago

Ruto's foreign policy: The good, the bad, and the ugly

China receives 55 tonnes of Kenyan omena, more on the way

The dried omena completed their one-month journey across the ocean and along the Yangtze River, ultimately reaching the city of Yueyang.

By 7 months ago

China receives 55 tonnes of Kenyan omena, more on the way

Why a crash course on protocol is crucial for Kenyan State officials

Senator Methu’s mishap brought out issues about whether his behaviour was motivated by a desire to outdo others, or simply a lack of knowledge.

By 7 months ago

Why a crash course on protocol is crucial for Kenyan State officials

Climate Summit: Three leaders with divergent views converge at event

A compelling tale of diplomatic intrigue is set to unfold for the better part of the new week as the leaders of Kenya, Morocco, and the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic converge in Nairobi.

By 7 months ago

Climate Summit: Three leaders with divergent views converge at event

Police Diplomacy: Is Kenyan police trying to take a knife into a gunfight in Haiti?

Experts say taking part in the Haiti mission is stepping onto a minefield without adequate knowledge for a country dogged with insecurity, gang violence, and humanitarian crises.

By 7 months ago

Police Diplomacy: Is Kenyan police trying to take a knife into a gunfight in Haiti?

60 Kenyan students to study in Russian universities

The students are expected to have arrived in their respective universities in the Eastern European country by latest November.

By 7 months ago

60 Kenyan students to study in Russian universities

Indonesian President to visit Kenya on Monday

Indonesian President Joko Widodo will be in Kenya on Monday for a state visit, country's ambassador to Kenya, Dr. Hery Saripudin confirmed to the Standard.

By 8 months ago

Indonesian President to visit Kenya on Monday

Defence Committee to probe conduct of UK soldiers in Kenya

Among the issues being probed include the alleged ethical breaches related to ethical misconduct, corruption, fraud, discrimination, and abuse of power.

By 8 months ago

Defence Committee to probe conduct of UK soldiers in Kenya

University professor impresses vetting committee for UNESCO envoy job

A graduate of botany and zoology from Kenyatta University, Ngure wowed the committee with a comprehensive introduction, emphasizing his extensive academic and research experience.

By 5 months ago

University professor impresses vetting committee for UNESCO envoy job

George Orina, Kenya's Envoy nominee to Ethiopia, grilled on sensitive issues

Currently serving as the Director-General for Political and Bilateral Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Orina was questioned about significant events during his tenure.

By 5 months ago

George Orina, Kenya's Envoy nominee to Ethiopia, grilled on sensitive issues

Ruto walks diplomatic tightrope during first visit to China owing to his foreign dealings

Experts in Sino-African relations claim that the trip, during which Ruto attended the Third Belt and Road Initiative Forum, was overshadowed by the president’s growing fling with the West.

By 5 months ago

Ruto walks diplomatic tightrope during first visit to China owing to his foreign dealings

Why Taiwan is a diplomatic hot potato for China and will likely appear during Ruto's, Xi talks

Ruto's historic visit comes when Beijing is keen to dislodge Kenya’s allies again in bagging crucial delas, and Western capitals will be monitoring closely.

By 6 months ago

Why Taiwan is a diplomatic hot potato for China and will likely appear during Ruto's, Xi talks

Sauna diplomacy: Discovering Finland's hot-and-cold tradition

Why are the Finns the happiest humans in the globe? The high level of social trust is one reason.

By 6 months ago

Sauna diplomacy: Discovering Finland's hot-and-cold tradition

Kenya Chamber of Commerce opens China office

The newly established China Branch Office will serve as a crucial hub for facilitating business partnerships, and showcasing Kenyan products and services in the dynamic Chinese market.

By 6 months ago

Kenya Chamber of Commerce opens China office

King Charles III to visit Kenya in a first for Commonwealth country

The significance of this visit is not lost on observers, as it evokes memories of the Queen, who ascended to the throne while in Kenya following the death of her father, King George VI.

By 6 months ago

King Charles III to visit Kenya in a first for Commonwealth country

President Ruto faces criticism over Israel-Palestine conflict statement

The conflict erupted when Hamas, deemed a terrorist group by Israel, launched rocket attacks in response to what they consider Israeli aggression and occupation.

By 6 months ago

President Ruto faces criticism over Israel-Palestine conflict statement

Haiti mission: Is Kenya being set up by big boys in troubled nation?

Kenya has pledged 1,000 police to spearhead the mission. Several other Caribbean nations, including Antigua and Barbuda, the Bahamas, and Jamaica - have also offered support.

By 6 months ago

Haiti mission: Is Kenya being set up by big boys in troubled nation?

Haiti mission: Is Kenya displaying its naivety or it is all about peace?

Activists say Kenyan police have a poor human rights record and unprepared to deal with Haiti’s ruthless gangs where foreign interventions have failed to bring stability.

By 6 months ago

Haiti mission: Is Kenya displaying its naivety or it is all about peace?

Kenya's risky mission in Haiti: Peacekeepers in troubled waters?

The international community, led by the United States, has thrown its weight behind Kenya's leadership in a multinational security effort.

By 6 months ago

Kenya's risky mission in Haiti: Peacekeepers in troubled waters?

Musalia lauds strong ties with China at National Day celebrations

Mudavadi said it is worth noting China’s commitment to the principle of non-interference in its internal affairs.

By 6 months ago

Musalia lauds strong ties with China at National Day celebrations

Kenya explores Intelligence sharing, cooperation with China

Collaborative effort is pivotal in enabling Kenya to address emerging security challenges like terrorism, cyberattacks, transnational crime, regional conflicts, and climate change.

By 6 months ago

Kenya explores Intelligence sharing, cooperation with China

Ruto's foreign policy: The good, the bad, and the ugly

During the recent Africa Climate Summit hosted by Kenya, Foreign CS's absence from media engagements raised eyebrows.

By 7 months ago

Ruto's foreign policy: The good, the bad, and the ugly

China receives 55 tonnes of Kenyan omena, more on the way

The dried omena completed their one-month journey across the ocean and along the Yangtze River, ultimately reaching the city of Yueyang.

By 7 months ago

China receives 55 tonnes of Kenyan omena, more on the way

Why a crash course on protocol is crucial for Kenyan State officials

Senator Methu’s mishap brought out issues about whether his behaviour was motivated by a desire to outdo others, or simply a lack of knowledge.

By 7 months ago

Why a crash course on protocol is crucial for Kenyan State officials

Climate Summit: Three leaders with divergent views converge at event

A compelling tale of diplomatic intrigue is set to unfold for the better part of the new week as the leaders of Kenya, Morocco, and the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic converge in Nairobi.

By 7 months ago

Climate Summit: Three leaders with divergent views converge at event

Police Diplomacy: Is Kenyan police trying to take a knife into a gunfight in Haiti?

Experts say taking part in the Haiti mission is stepping onto a minefield without adequate knowledge for a country dogged with insecurity, gang violence, and humanitarian crises.

By 7 months ago

Police Diplomacy: Is Kenyan police trying to take a knife into a gunfight in Haiti?

60 Kenyan students to study in Russian universities

The students are expected to have arrived in their respective universities in the Eastern European country by latest November.

By 7 months ago

60 Kenyan students to study in Russian universities

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