From Kenya to Acadia

A choir of rescued children from Kenya is bringing its message of hope and healing through music to southern Manitoba this weekend, including a performance at Acadia Hutterite Colony, located just east of Portage la Prairie. The group was here at...

Dozens of mourners injured at Odinga memorial in Kenya, Red Cross official says

Kenya Power completes Ksh 22M power line in Machakos

Kenya Power has completed the construction of an inter-connector between Kitui and Machakos counties at a cost of Ksh 22 million. The connection is designed to strengthen stability of electricity supply around SEKU University, Kwavonza, Katangini...

Stampede at funeral of Kenya's former Prime Minister Raila Odinga kills 2

A stampede at a soccer stadium on Friday (October 17, 2025) during the State funeral service for Kenya's former Prime Minister Raila Odinga killed two people and injured more than 100 others. Kenyans had turned out in large numbers to mourn Odinga...

Kenya: Church Acts After Altar Wine Turns Bar Favourite 

98 By Oscar Okhifo The Catholic Church in Kenya has officially replaced its long-used altar wine after it became a popular choice in bars and liquor stores across the country, sparking concern among the clergy and faithful over the loss of its...

Heavy security after deadly violence in Kenya, as thousands mourn former Prime Minister Raila Odinga

Nairobi mothers to benefit from new maternal mental healthcare tool kit

Mothers in Nairobi have welcomed the launch and adoption of a new tool kit meant to help deal with perinatal mental health conditions, particularly depression and anxiety. The 'Perinatal Mental Health Toolkit' is a resource for healthcare...

Kenya parliament passes crypto asset law to boost investments

By Duncan Miriri NAIROBI (Reuters) -Kenyan lawmakers have passed a bill to regulate digital assets like cryptocurrencies, a senior parliamentarian said on Monday, as it seeks to boost investments into the sector by putting clear rules in place for...

Stampede At The Funeral Of Kenya’s Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga Kills 2

NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — A stampede at a soccer stadium Friday during the state funeral service for Kenya’s former Prime Minister Raila Odinga killed two people and injured more than 100 others. Kenyans had turned out in large numbers to mourn Odinga...

Two people killed in Kenya’s stampede at Odinga funeral- aid group

NAIROBI (Reuters) -Two people were killed and almost 200 people were injured in a stampede at a stadium in Kenya’s capital Nairobi where a state funeral for former opposition leader and prime minister Raila Odinga was underway on Friday, Doctors...

Kenya: Arrest in online piracy case

The Kenya Copyright Board (KECOBO), in collaboration with other enforcement agencies, has arrested a suspect following an extensive investigation into a sophisticated online piracy network responsible for the unlawful distribution of copyrighted...

Kenya's Commitment to Advancing Early Warning for All in Africa

I extend my sincere congratulations to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) on the celebration of the 75th Anniversary as a specialized agency of the United Nations. This·important milestone marks decades of scientific excellence and...

Raila Odinga: The relentless pan-Africanist who dominated Kenya’s politics

Firebrand philosopher: Kenyan politician Raila Odinga, who died in India this week at the age of 80, was as complex as the country he sought to transform, the writer says. Photo: The Standard When Nigerian scholar Babafemi Badejo published Raila...

Nairobi Kuna Warembo!! This stunning beauty was spotted having a good time in a city club (See Trending PHOTO)

Kenya Defense Forces prepare for KDF Day

The nation is set to honour men and women in uniform as the Kenya Defense Forces prepare for their annual celebration, KDF Day, on the 14th of October at the Moi Barracks in Eldoret. The event is dedicated to celebrating the valour and sacrifice...

Nigeria, Zambia, Ghana, Mali close to Morocco 2026

Cup holders and 10-time champions Nigeria lead a cast of heavyweights who have put themselves in good positions to advance to next year’s Women Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) finals – the 14th edition to be hosted by the Kingdom of Morocco. Hosts...

10 couples seal their love in vibrant mass wedding at St. Jude Donholm Catholic Church

NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 26 — Joy, faith, and song filled the air at St. Jude Donholm Catholic Church on Sunday as ten couples were united in holy matrimony during a vibrant mass wedding that drew more than a thousand congregants. The event — a blend...

Odisha: Poet Devdas Chhotray conferred with Sarala Puraskar

Prominent Hindi poet and writer, Professor Savita Singh presented the award, which comprises a copper plaque, citation and an award amount of Rs 7 lakh, to Chhotray for his short-story collection 'Matinee Show' Noted Odia poet and fiction writer...

Nairobi's KDF recruitment to proceed despite court case

A section of youth who turned up for the Kenya Defence Forces recruitment exercise at Bukhungu Stadium in Kakamega on September 4, 2023. [File, Standard] The recruitment exercise for the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) in Nairobi will continue as...

Kenya-born Man Charged Over Visa Breach In Queensland

A Kenya-born man appeared before the Brisbane Magistrates Court on Friday (10 October, 2025) charged after allegedly failing to comply with his visa-mandated curfew conditions. The AFP charged the man, 28, on Friday (10 October, 2025), after he...