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UK to Conduct Post‑Mortem on Kenyan Nursing Student Found in River Cam
British officials will perform a post‑mortem on Friday to determine how Kenyan nursing student Nelbert Kipruto Rirei died after his body was …
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Kenyan‑American entrepreneur sentenced to 51 months for $1.5 million employment tax fraud
Ephantus Mwangi, owner of two Kansas payment‑processing firms, received a 51‑month prison term, three years’ probation, $1.5 million restitution and a $150,000 …
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Kenya Ranks Seventh Among Africa’s Largest Economies in 2026
The IMF’s October 2026 data places Kenya seventh on Africa’s GDP list with a nominal output of KSh 19.6 trillion (US$151.15 billion).
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Thailand Sets Out Four Document Requirements and Fees for Foreign Residence Permits
Thailand's Immigration Bureau requires a passport, alien ID, house registration and five photos, with a 19,000 baht fee and up to 15‑day …
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TikTok star Ronoo mourns mother in emotional Nandi County burial
TikTok creator Bill Rono, known as Ronoo, buried his mother Rebecca Chebet Maru on 2 October 2026 in Chepkunyuk Ward, Nandi County, …
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South Africa’s Top Ten Universities in 2026: Rankings, Strengths and Regional Context
South Africa dominates African university rankings in 2026, with ten institutions listed, two in the global top 300 and a clear spread …
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TikTok star Willie KG turns US visa denial into a dollar‑earning virtual assistant role from Nairobi
After being refused a US visa, Kenyan creator Willie KG now works as a medical virtual assistant for an American firm, sharing …
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Mobile‑first gaming in East Africa relies on lean apps, data‑savvy design and mobile‑money integration
East African gamers use budget Android phones to access lightweight betting and virtual‑sport platforms that cut data use, simplify logins and link …
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Kenya confirms second Ebola case, activates emergency rules and urges calm
The Ministry of Health said a 39‑year‑old relative of the first patient tested positive for Ebola, but travel and trade remain unrestricted.
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Ruto inspects KSh2.3 bn Pokot South road, launches KSh336 m electricity rollout
President William Ruto toured the Kapsait–Kapsangar–Tapach–Sondany road project and inaugurated a KSh336 million scheme to connect 1,960 households to electricity in Pokot …
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Andy Burnham’s two hospitality dinners with Manchester City chairman revealed in deleted GMCA records
Deleted Greater Manchester Combined Authority records show former mayor Andy Burnham attended two hospitality dinners with Manchester City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak …
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Kenya Meteorological Department forecasts rain for 29 counties through Thursday
The Kenya Meteorological Department warns of rainfall across 29 counties and strong southerly winds over northern and coastal areas until October 15.