#Kenya
28 articles with this tag
MiscellaneousKenya's Starvation Cult Leader: A Deep Dive into the Controversial Figure
An investigation is underway into the leader of a starvation cult in Kenya, where tragic events have raised concerns about extremist ideologies and manipulative leadership.
MiscellaneousEthiopian Border Clashes Displace Kenyan Families, Causing Hunger
Families in Kenya are facing hunger and homelessness due to recent clashes along the Ethiopian border. The conflict has displaced residents and disrupted essential resources.
Breaking NewsKenya Horror: Bus Crash Claims 24 Lives, Sparks Government Road Safety Overhaul Promises
A bus carrying mourners collided with a truck on Kenya's Nairobi-Mombasa Highway, killing at least 24 people and injuring another 24. The incident has prompted the government to vow a crackdown on road safety.
HealthKenya Confirms Second Ebola Fatality Amidst Regional Outbreak, Asserts No Community Spread
Kenya has confirmed its second Ebola death, a 65-year-old woman who was a close relative of the country's first victim. Health officials state that all seven current cases are contained within one cluster, with no evidence of community spread.
Breaking NewsNairobi Building Collapse: Fears of Trapped Victims as Rescue Efforts Underway
A multistorey building under construction collapsed in Nairobi, Kenya, on Friday, trapping an unknown number of people. Rescue efforts are ongoing amidst concerns of a secondary collapse and questions about construction approvals.
MiscellaneousKenya Building Collapse: Fears Mount for Trapped Residents
A building has collapsed in Kenya, raising concerns that many people are trapped. Rescue efforts are underway as authorities investigate the cause.
MiscellaneousEthiopians Flee to Kenya Amidst Escalating Border Fighting in Moyale
Hundreds of Ethiopians, primarily women and children, have crossed into Kenya fleeing intense fighting in the border town of Moyale. The conflict reportedly stemmed from a dispute over the raising of a regional flag, escalating into clashes between Oromia and Somali regional forces.
HealthKenya Confirms Ninth Ebola Case Amid Growing Regional Spread Concerns
Kenya has confirmed its ninth Ebola case, linked to an outbreak in the DRC, raising concerns about regional spread. Health officials report that all cases are within one cluster and that most contacts are nearing the end of their quarantine period.
MiscellaneousKenyan Cult Leader Sentenced for Heinous Crimes Against 190 Children
A Kenyan cult leader, Paul Mackenzie, has been convicted for the deaths of 190 children found buried in the Shakahola forest. He is accused of inciting followers to starve themselves to death.
MiscellaneousKenyan Cult Leader Convicted of Murder in Deaths of 191 Followers
Kenyan cult leader Paul Mackenzie has been found guilty of murder by a court in Mombasa for the deaths of 191 people, including 190 children, who were allegedly forced to starve by the cult. Mackenzie and his associates face multiple charges.
HealthKenya Confirms Eighth Ebola Case as Regional Outbreak Intensifies
Kenya has confirmed its eighth Ebola case as the virus spreads across the region. The latest case is a 49-year-old man who likely contracted the virus from the country's first patient. The outbreak continues to intensify in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, prompting heightened alerts and containment measures in neighboring countries.
HealthKenya Confirms Third Ebola Case, Directly Linked to First Fatality
Kenya has confirmed its third case of the Bundibugyo virus disease, a strain of Ebola, linked to the country's first patient who died. The latest case is a close relative of previous patients, and authorities are working to trace contacts while emphasizing low public risk.
EconomyKenyan Manufacturer HACO Bets Big on Africa's Industrial Future, Expanding Reach and Local Sourcing
Kenyan manufacturer HACO Industries is expanding its reach across Africa by producing locally relevant household, hair, and skincare products. The company is strengthening its supply chain through local sourcing and strategic partnerships, aiming to boost manufacturing and add value to African raw materials.
HealthEbola Preparedness in Kenya: Can Remote Counties Handle an Outbreak?
Kenya's Ebola preparedness is being tested, particularly in remote counties like Wajir, following a suspected case that, while negative, highlighted the need for robust local response capabilities beyond national-level efforts.
HealthEbola Spreads to New DRC Health Zone as Kenya Confirms First Imported Case
The Ebola outbreak in the DRC has expanded to a new health zone in North Kivu, while Kenya has confirmed its first fatal imported case of the virus.
HealthKenya Averts Second Ebola Scare as Suspected Patient Tests Negative
Fears of a second Ebola case in Kenya have eased after preliminary tests for a suspected patient came back negative. The development follows the country's first-ever recorded case linked to the ongoing outbreak originating in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
HealthFears Grow Across Africa After Kenya Records First Fatal Case of Ebola
Kenya has reported its first death from the Bundibugyo strain of the Ebola virus, sparking regional concerns about cross-border transmission and the effectiveness of airport screening protocols.
HealthKenya Heightens Alert and Enhances Screening Protocols Following First Confirmed Ebola Fatality
Kenya has placed itself on high alert and increased screening measures following its first recorded Ebola death.
Breaking NewsKenya Heightens Alert Following Screening Concerns After First Recorded Ebola Fatality
Kenya has raised its alert level amid concerns regarding health screening following the country's first Ebola death, while a massive Russian attack on Ukraine leaves at least 24 dead.
HealthKenya Confirms First Ebola Case as Man Dies in Nairobi Following Travel from DRC
Kenya has confirmed its first Ebola case after a man died in Nairobi following travel from the Democratic Republic of Congo through Uganda. Health officials have isolated close contacts and are tracing fellow passengers as the broader regional epidemic continues to grow.
Breaking NewsTragic Highway Crash in Kenya Claims the Lives of 17 Catholic Pilgrims
A multi-vehicle crash in the Salama area of eastern Kenya has left at least 17 people dead, including 16 Catholic pilgrims and their driver traveling to Nakuru County.
PoliticsKenya Challenges British Military Immunity Amid Decades of Abuse Allegations
Kenyan victims and lawyers are challenging the long-standing sovereign immunity of the British military, seeking accountability for decades of alleged abuses and lack of prosecution.
CultureFilmmaker Challenges Kenya's Colonial-Era Tea Plantations in New Video
A short video explores the journey of a filmmaker taking on Kenya's colonised tea plantations.
SportsCountdown to AFCON 2027: Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania Race Against Time to Finish Infrastructure
With less than nine months until AFCON 2027, Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania are racing to finish stadiums, training grounds, and infrastructure for the continent's biggest tournament.