US, China tussle over Congo minerals as resistance to Trump rises in Kinshasa as Tshisekedi accused of underselling nation’s wealth
Tshisekedi has offered US companies access to eastern Congo’s rich minerals – mostly untapped and estimated to be worth $24 trillion – as a bargaining chip for US support to help fight off rebels and build critical infrastructure in the region where Rwanda-backed rebels seized major cities last year.
Mother of girl defiled, killed declines convict’s apology and demands court grant her justice
While urging the court not to impose a death sentence on his client. Mahugu also asked the court to consider that the accused did not have a prior capital offence record, adding that Macharia be considered for rehabilitation.
Shoot to kill: Malindi MP backs order by coast regional police boss to neutralise criminals
The legislator noted that many victims were still nursing serious injuries, while others have lost their lives. She cited incidents including a tourist who had his hand chopped off in broad daylight and a village elder who was killed after testifying in a criminal case.
Dignified and fulfilling work: New report on labour outlook in Africa says continent should position itself as world’s future talent engine
Speaking during the launch in Nairobi, Kenya Country Director MasterCard Foundation Hannah Tsadik noted that Africa’s youth population continues to surge, positioning the continent as the world’s future talent engine.
‘Nature’ report shows serial sex paedophile Epstein’s ties with scientists were ‘deeper than previously known
Citing newly released documents from the US Department of Justice, the Nature report revealed that Epstein invested millions of US dollars in science projects and “maintained a list of nearly 30 top scientists”.
Questions asked of Japan’s ‘entertainment-oriented’ election that offered little in addressing economic and livelihood challenges.
Kazuhiko Togo, an international politics scholar and former diplomat, said it remains a cause for concern whether Takaichi, now on firmer political footing, will show due tolerance for different views, especially informed and constructive opinions. After this election, he said, the Takaichi administration will face its true test.
Murdered or drowned? Police in Kisumu grapple with mystery of four boys found dead in abandoned quarry
The four boys aged 15, 12, 10 and 8 were pupils at the nearby Kudho Primary School. Addressing the media in his office on Monday evening, Leparmorijo cautioned against speculation until forensic and post-mortem findings are released.
US entry restrictions create uncertainty for Senegal fans ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup
US President Donald Trump signed a proclamation on December 16 to restrict entry for nationals of multiple countries, including Senegal, a move that threatened to exclude Senegalese supporters from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, co-hosted with Canada and Mexico from June 11 to July 19.
Kenyans mark Spring Festival Gala that featured cultural performances that included dragon and lion dances, Kung Fu and a cappella music
Sino-Kenyan cultural ties, as well as people-to-people exchanges, have thrived under the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, she said, adding that in 2025, Kenya and China implemented a series of high-profile cultural exchange programs.
Over 100 delegates meeting in Kenya told food imports bill strains fiscal balances, exposes Africans to external shocks
Yemi Osinbajo, former vice president of Nigeria, revealed that private investors can support African governments to enable small-holding farmers to overcome challenges such as access to affordable credit and agricultural extension services.
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