The US Supreme Court has rejected a request by the Trump administration to withhold nearly $2bn (£1.6bn) in payments to foreign aid organisations for work they have already performed for the government. On Wednesday, the top court upheld a lower court ruling ordering the administration to release the funds to contractors and grant recipients of the US Agency for International Development and the State Department. Since taking office, President Donald Trump has cut numerous aid programmes and placed most USAID staff on leave or dismissed them. Aid agencies argue these actions have jeopardised life-saving operations worldwide. Last month District Judge…
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China has warned the US it is ready to fight “any type” of war after hitting back against President Donald Trump’s mounting trade tariffs. The world’s top two economies have edged closer to a trade war after Trump slapped more tariffs on all Chinese goods. China quickly retaliated imposing 10-15% tariffs on US farm products. “If war is what the US wants, be it a tariff war, a trade war or any other type of war, we’re ready to fight till the end,” China’s embassy said on X, reposting a line from a government statement on Tuesday. It is some…
At least five Members of Parliament linked to former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua lost their parliament committee’s’ leadership in a move announced by the ruling coalition. It came days after the purge at the Senate that targeted at least five chairpersons of departmental committees allied to Gachagua. In the changes moved by National Assembly Majority Whip Sylvanus Osoro, at least five Gachagua-leaning MPs wererelegated to members of the services and facilities committee concerned with catering services for the legislators. They include Githunguri legislator Gathoni Wamuchomba, who has been chairing the constitution implementation oversight committee, Roysambu MP Mwafrika Augustine Kamande who…
A police officer who shot and killed a 17-year-old boy in a confrontation that sparked deadly protests in Majengo, Nairobi was disarmed and interdicted pending a probe. Police spokesman Michael Muchiri said Wednesday the Independent Policing Oversight Authority had been notified in compliance with the law. Further open and transparent investigations are being conducted by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations and the Internal Affairs Unit, he added. “Upon receipt of the report, the police commenced investigations immediately and identified a police officer suspected of involvement in the incident.” “Necessary action was taken, including disarming and interdicting the officer, as well…
South Sudanese forces have arrested the petroleum minister and several senior military officials allied with First Vice President Riek Machar, Machar’s spokesperson said on Wednesday. The move jeopardises a peace deal that ended the civil war. The arrests follow intense fighting in recent weeks in the strategic northern town of Nasir between national forces and the White Army militia, a loosely-organized group mostly comprising armed Nuer, Machar’s ethnic group. The White Army fought alongside Machar’s forces in the 2013-2018 civil war that pitted them against predominantly ethnic Dinka troops loyal to President Salva Kiir. Petroleum Minister Puot Kang Chol, who…
The government will fully pay all health facilities with claims of Sh10 million and below contracted by the now defunct National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF). President William Ruto made the announcement on Wednesday after a meeting. He said the claims affecting public, faith-based and private hospitals equate to 91 percent of the total facilities under NHIF. He however noted that hospitals with claims above Sh10 million will undergo a verification exercise that should be completed within 90 days, after which a payment plan will be agreed on. “The remaining 9 per cent of hospitals, with total claims of above Ksh.10…
Dubai authorities have arrested TikTok personality and entrepreneur Samuel Onuha, along with his younger brother, Reuben Onuha, over allegations of smuggling 250 kilograms of cocaine into the emirate. The brothers, both Dutch nationals and co-founders of the fashion brand Icon Amsterdam, are facing serious legal challenges under the UAE’s stringent drug laws. If convicted, they could face up to 25 years in prison. For those wondering who Samuel Onuha is…He made a fortune trafficking Snow, under the guise of ICON being his source of income. https://t.co/tsb9qzubun pic.twitter.com/0ECQElHkBC— MALEEK 1.0 (@Maleekoyibo) March 5, 2025 The arrest of 25-year-old millionaire Samuel Onuha…
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The countdown to the opening leg of the Triple Crown is well underway, with the Kentucky Derby set for the first Saturday in May at Churchill Downs. The field for the world famous race is already taking shape, as horses across the United States have been picking up points on the Road to the Kentucky Derby. You can find more information about the Derby here: https://www.twinspires.com/kentuckyderby/ These prep races have had a significant impact on the odds available for the race, with the leading contenders seeing their prices slashed. But, who are the leading favorites for the Kentucky Derby at…
The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has received a petition seeking the removal of High Court Judge Oscar Angote over allegations of gross misconduct. The judge is yet to be served to be able to respond to the same. He is the latest judicial officer to be accused before the employer. The petition, submitted by the Trusted Society of Human Rights Alliance, claims that Justice Angote is “not a fit and proper person to serve as a judge,” accusing him of betraying his oath of office. According to the alliance, the judge allegedly met with a petitioner while actively handling the…
The US vice-president has sparked a row with his comments about a potential peacekeeping force in Ukraine. UK opposition politicians accused JD Vance of disrespecting British forces after he said a US stake in Ukraine’s economy was a “better security guarantee than 20,000 troops from some random country that hasn’t fought a war in 30 or 40 years”. The UK and France have said they would be willing to put troops on the ground in Ukraine as part of a peace deal. Vance has since insisted he did not “even mention the UK or France”, adding that both had “fought…
Gabon’s military leader Gen Brice Oligui Nguema has announced his intention to run for president in next month’s election. Nguema seized power in 2023 in a coup that ended the long-standing rule of the Bongo family. He then pledged to hand over power to civilians. The country has however since passed a new constitution and electoral code that critics argue were designed to favour a bid for the presidency by the junta leader. Nguema told the Gabonese people on Monday that he had decided to run in the 12 April election “after careful reflection and in response to your many…
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen called a crisis meeting to discuss mitigation measures following recent aid freezes and budget cuts for humanitarian assistance programs by developed countries on refugees. He said following the cuts the impact on the country’s ability to host refugees and asylum seekers which number over 800,000 people, has been sudden and severe. This followed Monday’s incident where refugees in Kakuma, Turkana County protested over the reduction in food portions provided by the World Food Program (WFP) which is now only able to offer 40% of the basic minimum ration. During the protests, at least three refugees…
A Nairobi court Tuesday ordered a police officer arrested for the killing of his colleague be detained at Ruaraka police station for seven days pending completion of investigations. The Directorate of Criminal Investigations had through a miscellaneous application sought to detain Police Constable Kipkoech Tarus for 14 days. Tarus, an officer attached to the VIP protection unit of the Safaricom CEO Peter Ndegwa is suspected to have murdered Raphael Kimuli Wambua who is attached to the Central Bank of Kenya. Tarus allegedly shot and killed Wambua on February 21 using his pistol. Wambua was walking home with his brother, Police…
Artcaffé’s journey from a single café to a leading restaurant chain is a testament to Kenyan entrepreneurship, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to quality. Since opening its first outlet in 2008 at Westgate Mall, Artcaffé has expanded to operate 38 main branches and an additional 9 food markets, totaling 47 outlets across Kenya. The Humble Beginnings Artcaffé’s inaugural café introduced a European-style coffeehouse experience to Nairobi, offering high-quality food, freshly baked pastries, and expertly brewed coffee. The blend of local and international flavors in a relaxed setting quickly attracted a loyal customer base. Expansion and Innovation Recognizing the growing demand…