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iShowSpeed Visits Maasai Mara as Kenya Tour Goes Viral

Alfonce Mutuku January 12, 2026

Tourism CS Says Influencer’s Visit Has Boosted Kenya’s Global Profile NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 12 — American YouTube star iShowSpeed on Monday visited the Maasai Mara, extending his viral Kenya tour to one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations. Tourism Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano said

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Kibera Influencer Joins MrBeast Charity Mission

Patricia Waigwa January 12, 2026

Kibera-based influencer Godfrey Mwamburi Wavonya, known as duty_boy_stylish, earned global recognition at the 2026 One Billion Followers Summit.Moreover, he was selected among ten winners to join YouTube star MrBeast in a charity mission in Ghana. Acts of Kindness Go ViralThe initiative, organized with Mohammed Bin Rashid Global Initiative and Varkey Foundation, aimed to

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IShowSpeed Hits 48 Million Subscribers in Kenya

Patricia Waigwa January 11, 2026

Popular American streamer Darren Jason Watkins Jr, known as IShowSpeed, achieved 48 million subscribers during his Kenya tour.Moreover, he gained over 360,000 new subscribers while livestreaming his first day in Nairobi. Speed Does Africa Tour Gains MomentumIShowSpeed is in Kenya for his 28-day “Speed Does Africa Tour.”Additionally, his livestream attracted more than

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Trump Cuts US Support to UN Agencies Linked to Kenya

Alfonce Mutuku January 8, 2026

Kenya has suffered a major setback after US President Donald Trump signed an executive order suspending America’s support for 66 international organisations. Several of the affected agencies have direct links to Kenya. Trump signed the order on Wednesday, January 7, after his administration reviewed US participation and funding of the bodies. UN-Habitat and Nairobi

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US Embassy Nairobi Announces Fulbright FLTA Opportunities for Kenyans

Patricia Waigwa January 7, 2026

New Study Opportunities The United States Embassy in Nairobi announced new opportunities for Kenyans to study in America. Moreover, applications for the Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant (FLTA) Programme are now open. Programme Objectives The FLTA Programme promotes cross-cultural understanding by placing teaching assistants in U.S. colleges and universities.

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Kenya Ranked Among Top English-Speaking Nations in Africa

Patricia Waigwa January 6, 2026

Kenya Secures Third Place in AfricaA new report ranked Kenya third among Africa’s best English-speaking nations. Moreover, Kenya outperformed Nigeria, Ethiopia, Uganda, and Morocco in the 2025 English Proficiency Index (EPI). Education First Report FindingsEducation First (EF) released the English Proficiency Index of 2025. Additionally, the survey assessed adult English

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Global Condemnation Grows After US Capture of Venezuela Leader

Alfonce Mutuku January 5, 2026

The United States says its forces captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro during a military operation in Caracas early Friday, January 3. US President Donald Trump announced that American troops detained Maduro and his wife after striking several military and government sites in the capital. He said the two are being flown to New York to […]

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Kenyan Nurse Dies in US Nursing Home Explosion

Patricia Waigwa December 28, 2025

Facility Safety Concerns RevealedFresh details have emerged about the Bristol Township nursing home after the death of Kenyan nurse Muthoni Nduthu. Moreover, records show the facility had been flagged for serious safety concerns before the tragic incident. Previous Safety ViolationsReports indicated the home lacked a fire safety plan and failed to maintain fire

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Kenya Boosts Defence Ties with Egypt Visit

Patricia Waigwa December 22, 2025

High-Level Delegation Leads MissionKenya advanced defence manufacturing after a high-level visit to Egypt by DNSI officials. Moreover, the delegation was led by Director General Major General Faustino Lobaly. Focus on Bilateral CooperationThe team of senior officers prioritized deepening bilateral defence industry cooperation. Additionally, the visit aligned with the

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Kenya Rescues 18 from Russia-Ukraine War

Patricia Waigwa December 17, 2025

Government Secures Rescue and Repatriation The government announced the successful rescue of 18 Kenyans recruited into the Russia-Ukraine war. Moreover, the nationals were issued emergency travel documents and repatriated safely after making distress calls. Counselling and Reintegration Planned Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi confirmed counselling support for the