Kenya Appoints National Steering Committee to Oversee Major Police and Security Reforms

Interior Cabinet Secretary (CS) Kithure Kindiki has officially appointed a National Steering Committee to spearhead critical reforms in Kenya's security services, including the National Police Service (NPS), Kenya Prisons Service, and the National Youth Service (NYS).

Nigerian Security Forces Rescue 13 Kidnapping Victims in Daring Operation
Nigerian Security Forces Rescue 13 Kidnapping Victims in Daring Operation

Nigerian security forces successfully rescued 13 individuals held captive by kidnappers in Kachia Local Government Area of Kaduna State.

Government Vehicle Catches Fire, Causes Minor Traffic Disruptions on Waiyaki Way
Government Vehicle Catches Fire, Causes Minor Traffic Disruptions on Waiyaki Way

Saturday afternoon saw brief traffic disruptions along Waiyaki Way in Nairobi when a government vehicle unexpectedly burst into flames near the Mountain View area, close to Kangemi.

New Kerosene Price Offers Relief Amid Stable Petrol and Diesel Costs in Kenya: EPRA’s September Review
New Kerosene Price Offers Relief Amid Stable Petrol and Diesel Costs in Kenya: EPRA’s September Review

The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has announced its latest fuel price review, effective from midnight on September 15, 2024, to October 14, 2024.

NNPCL Prepares for Launch of Petrol Supply from Dangote Refinery with 100 Trucks Deployed
NNPCL Prepares for Launch of Petrol Supply from Dangote Refinery with 100 Trucks Deployed

The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL) is gearing up to begin petrol supply from the Dangote refinery, deploying 100 trucks to facilitate operations.

All Students Rescued from Collapsed Building in Benin City, No Fatalities Reported
All Students Rescued from Collapsed Building in Benin City, No Fatalities Reported

The Edo State Government has confirmed that all students trapped in a collapsed three-storey building in Benin City have been rescued safely.

17-Year-Old Student Kidnapped and Murdered by 21-Year-Old in Lokoja
17-Year-Old Student Kidnapped and Murdered by 21-Year-Old in Lokoja

A tragic incident has unfolded in Lokoja, where a 17-year-old student from the Federal University Lokoja was allegedly kidnapped and murdered by a 21-year-old man.

South Sudan Delays Elections for Two Years, Citing Key Preparations
South Sudan Delays Elections for Two Years, Citing Key Preparations

South Sudan has once again postponed its national elections, originally scheduled for December, by two years, pushing the new date to December 22, 2026.

US Embassy Warns of Increased Terror Threats in Kenya, Urges Citizens to Stay Vigilant
US Embassy Warns of Increased Terror Threats in Kenya, Urges Citizens to Stay Vigilant

The US Embassy in Nairobi has issued a security alert, warning American citizens and other foreigners in Kenya about potential terrorist threats.

Comoros President Azali Assoumani Injured in Knife Attack During Funeral
Comoros President Azali Assoumani Injured in Knife Attack During Funeral

In a shocking incident on Friday afternoon, Comoros President Azali Assoumani was slightly injured in a knife attack during a funeral, according to government officials.

Three U.S. Citizens Sentenced to Death in Congo After Failed Coup: Inside the Shocking Verdict
Three U.S. Citizens Sentenced to Death in Congo After Failed Coup: Inside the Shocking Verdict

In a dramatic courtroom scene in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), three U.S. citizens were sentenced to death on Friday, along with 34 others, for their involvement in a failed coup attempt earlier this year.

 Germany and Kenya Strike Deal to Boost Skilled Worker Migration and Streamline Repatriation
Germany and Kenya Strike Deal to Boost Skilled Worker Migration and Streamline Repatriation

In a landmark agreement, Germany and Kenya have signed a deal aimed at allowing more skilled workers from the East African nation to live and work in Germany, Europe's largest economy.

Dangote Refinery to Begin PMS Distribution: NNPC to Exclusively Receive First Batch
Dangote Refinery to Begin PMS Distribution: NNPC to Exclusively Receive First Batch

The Dangote Refinery will begin distributing Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) to the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) exclusively, starting Sunday, according to Finance Minister Wale Edun.

Nigerian Government Declares September 16th a Public Holiday for Eid-ul-Mawlid Celebration
Nigerian Government Declares September 16th a Public Holiday for Eid-ul-Mawlid Celebration

The Nigerian government has officially declared Monday, September 16th, 2024, as a public holiday in honor of Eid-ul-Mawlid, a significant Islamic event that commemorates the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him).

Kenya Welcomes IMF Officials on Critical Mission to Revitalize Economy
Kenya Welcomes IMF Officials on Critical Mission to Revitalize Economy

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has dispatched officials to Kenya to assess and support the nation’s economic challenges.

Senegal’s Young President Dissolves Parliament, Sets November Elections to Drive Bold Reforms
Senegal’s Young President Dissolves Parliament, Sets November Elections to Drive Bold Reforms

Senegal’s youngest president, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, has taken a decisive step by dissolving the opposition-led parliament and announcing new legislative elections scheduled for November 17.

Eviction Halted! Wakulima Market Traders Block Relocation Amid Ongoing Protests in Nairobi
Eviction Halted! Wakulima Market Traders Block Relocation Amid Ongoing Protests in Nairobi

Traders at Nairobi’s Wakulima Market successfully halted their planned eviction by the city authorities.

High-Ranking Acting IG, Gilbert Masengeli Sentenced to Six Months for Ignoring Court Orders
High-Ranking Acting IG, Gilbert Masengeli Sentenced to Six Months for Ignoring Court Orders

Acting Inspector General of Police Gilbert Masengeli has been sentenced to six months in prison for contempt of court.

Education Minister Protests Basic Education Laws Bill as Ramaphosa Prepares to Sign It into Law
Education Minister Protests Basic Education Laws Bill as Ramaphosa Prepares to Sign It into Law

President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to sign the highly debated Basic Education Laws Amendment (Bela) Bill into law today, but one key figure will not be present at the Union Buildings—Minister of Basic Education, Siviwe Gwarube.

Tragedy in Nairobi: Four Dead, Several Trapped After Shauri Moyo Excavation Collapse
Tragedy in Nairobi: Four Dead, Several Trapped After Shauri Moyo Excavation Collapse

At least four people have lost their lives, and several others remain trapped after an excavation site collapsed on Friday, September 13, in Shauri Moyo, Nairobi.

Bandits Block Gusau-Funtua Highway, Kidnap Travellers as Military Struggles to Clear Road
Bandits Block Gusau-Funtua Highway, Kidnap Travellers as Military Struggles to Clear Road

Gunmen suspected to be bandits have blocked the busy Gusau to Funtua highway in Nigeria, kidnapping an unspecified number of travelers in a bold daylight attack.

Nigeria Signs Landmark Cape Town Convention to Boost Local Airlines and Lower Flight Costs
Nigeria Signs Landmark Cape Town Convention to Boost Local Airlines and Lower Flight Costs

In a major step to enhance Nigeria’s aviation sector, the federal government has officially signed the Cape Town Convention (CTC) practice direction.