King Charles and Queen Camilla will meet US President Donald Trump in late April, as a state visit to the United States has been confirmed by Buckingham Palace. On the way back, the King will pay a visit to Bermuda, a British Overseas Territory in the North Atlantic. The US trip has been expected for some time, but such visits are carried out on behalf of the UK government – and an official announcement appeared to have been waiting for a gap in the political tensions over the Iran war. Full details of the itinerary in the US have still…
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At least 74 mine workers were killed by gunmen in an area south-west of the capital, Juba, with government and opposition officials trading accusations over who was behind the deaths. The violence occurred over the weekend in mineral-rich Jebel Iraq, which is controlled by the army. The Sudan People’s Liberation Movement in Opposition (SPLM-IO), the party of suspended First-Vice President Riek Machar, condemned the killings, accusing government forces of being responsible. Paulino Lukudu Obede, acting governor of Central Equatoria state, which includes Jebel Iraq, said the government was “shocked and outraged” by the “brutal and barbaric killing of innocent civilians…
Nigeria’s high commission in South Africa has urged its citizens there to be cautious following an anti-illegal immigration protest in Eastern Cape province that turned violent. On Monday, activists were holding a peaceful march in the port city of KuGompo (formerly East London). But disorder erupted after a protester said he was attacked by a foreigner, prompting demonstrators to damage several vehicles and shops. The trouble came amid tension over the recent installation of a Nigerian community leader in the city, who has a traditional title that can be translated as “king of the Igbo people in East London”. Some…
People know Cary, North Carolina, for its beautiful parks, greenways, and high quality of life. However, the same mild weather and abundant plants that make the “Triangle” area so appealing to people also make it a great place for many unwanted guests to live. From the humid summers that invite mosquitoes to the damp woodland edges perfect for termites and cockroaches, maintaining a healthy home here requires more than just a surface-level cleaning. When they see an ant trail, many homeowners first reach for a store-bought spray. The “Do It Yourself” (DIY) method might give you a brief break, but…
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja pushed back against the move by the Inspector General of Police to deploy officers for his arrest, terming the action “unwarranted and unnecessary” and insisting the matter at hand is institutional not personal. He said in a statement the arrest order arising from his failure to appear before a Senate watchdog committee ignores an ongoing standoff between the Council of Governors and the Senate of Kenya. “The issue at hand is not a personal matter concerning Governor Sakaja Johnson, but one that is being handled collectively by the Council of Governors,” the statement read. Sakaja defended…
Police in Molo Sub-county, Nakuru County, arrested a 42-year-old man following the death of his wife in what is believed to be a domestic dispute at Migaa Village. The incident occurred in the early hours of Monday, March 30, 2026. Authorities received information at around 5:00 a.m. indicating that a domestic quarrel had escalated, with reports suggesting that a man had fatally injured his spouse. Officers who responded to the scene found the suspect inside their home. Upon gaining access to the house, they discovered the lifeless body of his wife, 34-year-old Rose Marita, lying inside. Preliminary observations revealed that…
Police in Nairobi are investigating the sudden death of a Chinese national who was found unresponsive in a latrine at the Talanta Stadium premises in the Jamhuri area. The incident was reported at around 8:55 a.m. by police stationed at the stadium. Preliminary information indicates that at approximately 6:30 a.m., a chef attached to the Chinese management at the facility discovered an adult Chinese male unresponsive inside a community latrine. Security officers guarding the premises, together with other Chinese nationals, responded to the scene and confirmed the situation before rushing the man to Nairobi Hospital. However, he was pronounced dead…
The coalition poised to challenge Nigeria’s president in next year’s election has received a major boost after prominent opposition figure Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso announced that he was joining. Kwankwaso, a former governor of Kano state, said on Monday he was now part of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) – a day after resigning from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP). A number of opposition heavyweights have joined the emerging ADC coalition in an effort to unseat President Bola Tinubu’s All Progressives Congress (APC), which has been in power since 2015. Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar and ex-state governor Peter Obi, two…
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja escaped from City Hall as police arrived to arrest him for presentation to the Senate. Sakaja had been in office on Monday evening when a team of police officers arrived seeking to arrest him. He is said to have sneaked out through the back door and escaped. This was as the police officers were using the main door. Nairobi police boss Issa Mohamud said they are looking for him for arrest. “He should know he is wanted and surrender to avoid more drama,” said Mohamud. Police spokesman Michael Muchiri told the governor to surrender to authorities…
President William Ruto has warned that the ongoing conflict in the Middle East is exerting pressure on the global economy, with ripple effects already being felt across supply chains and national economies, including Kenya. In a statement, the President said the government has remained vigilant over the past month, closely monitoring developments and relying on continuous assessments from key ministries and agencies. Ruto revealed that he received a comprehensive briefing from the Ministries of Energy, Agriculture, Trade, the National Treasury, the Central Bank, and private sector players on the evolving geopolitical situation and its potential economic implications. On petroleum products,…
A committee in charge of planning the funeral of the late Ol Kalou MP David Njuguna Kiaraho, has announced his burial date. Kiaraho will be laid to rest on Friday, April 10, 2026, in Tigoni, Limuru Constituency, according to Funeral Planning Committee Chairperson Kwenya Thuku (Kinangop). Speaking on Monday after the second planning committee meeting at the late MP’s Runda home in Nairobi, Thuku said the MP will be interred in accordance with his wishes. “Our departed brother will be laid to rest in his farm in Tigoni. He liked going there to relax, reflect and unwind and that is…
Spain closed its airspace to US planes involved in attacks on Iran, Madrid’s Defence Minister Margarita Robles has said. “We will not authorise the use of Morón and Rota [military bases] for any acts related to the war in Iran,” she said, adding that Spain had “made this clear to the American government from the beginning”. Foreign Affairs Minister José Manuel Albares stated that the aim of the decision was to “not do anything that could encourage an escalation in this war”. A White House official told the BBC that the US military was “meeting or surpassing all of its…
As digital finance expands across borders, privacy is becoming a defining factor in how users and businesses move value online. From freelancers receiving international payments to fintech platforms handling multi-region settlements, the demand for secure online payments now extends beyond speed and low fees. Increasingly, users also expect confidentiality, data minimization, and protection from unnecessary transaction exposure. This shift is especially relevant in emerging fintech ecosystems, where cross-border digital finance often intersects with unstable banking access, high remittance costs, and growing demand for alternative payment systems. In such environments, private crypto exchange tools and privacy-focused digital currency conversion routes are…
Auto accidents are a common occurrence in a large and busy city like Los Angeles. Heavy traffic, crowded highways, and long daily commutes increase the chances of collisions. When an accident happens, victims often face a range of challenges including medical expenses, vehicle damage, lost income, and complex insurance claims. During this stressful time, seeking help from Los Angeles auto accident lawyers can make a major difference. Legal professionals who focus on accident cases understand how to guide victims through the legal process and help them pursue fair compensation. With the right support, accident victims can focus on recovery while…
The Attorney General asked the High Court to dismiss a petition challenging President William Ruto’s decision to host members of a political party at State House. She called the case “frivolous, vexatious and an abuse of the court process.” The case was filed by lawyer Lempaa Suyianka, who claims that inviting members of the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) to State House amounted to a misuse of public office and violated constitutional provisions. The petitioner argued that the meetings blurred the line between government functions and partisan politics, raising questions about fairness and the proper use of state resources. However, respondents,…