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Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o, a revered Kenyan author dies at 87
Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o, the revered Kenyan man of letters and voice of dissent who in dozens of fiction and nonfiction books traced his country's history from British imperialism to home-ruled tyranny and challenged not only the stories told...
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Activists arrested in Tanzania: They say they were tortured before being deported
A Ugandan lawyer and rights activist, Agather Atuhaire, has been found near Uganda’s border with Tanzania.
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OAS urged to do more to help Haiti fight gang violence
The Organisation of American States (OAS), which comprises most countries of the Americas, has been urged to become more involved in Haiti's fight against gangs ruling large parts of the country. A Kenyan-led UN police mission has so far...
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Kenyan activist says he was tortured in Tanzania after arrest
A prominent Kenyan activist alleges torture after being detained in Tanzania while en route to a political trial in Dar es Salaam.
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Tanzania frees Kenyan activists after protest
Kenyan activist Boniface Mwangi and Ugandan lawyer Agather Atuhaire remain detained in Tanzania after travelling to observe the trial of opposition leader Tundu Lissu
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Kenyan and Ugandan activists still held in Tanzania
Kenyan activist Boniface Mwangi and Ugandan lawyer Agather Atuhaire remain detained in Tanzania after travelling to observe the trial of opposition leader Tundu Lissu
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Kenya's rhinos get their ears notched for tracking and protection
Rhino populations in Kenya have long suffered from poaching. But in the past few years, the country has managed to improve the situation. Its latest initiative to protect the animals: notching their ears to make them easier to track.
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Kenya's former justice minister deported from Tanzania
Martha Karua, a lawyer and presidential candidate in Kenya, said Sunday she had been expelled from Tanzania, where she had been due to attend the trial of a prominent opposition figure facing treason charges.
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They once lived the 'gangster life.' Now they tackle food insecurity in Kenya's slums
Young men who once lived the “gangster life” in Kenya's capital have become farmers with a social mission. Now, they grow food, feed neighbourhood children and run other projects.
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Excavating an ancient shipwreck: Divers explore 16th century galleon off Kenya's coast
Marine archeologists from Kenya and Portugal are excavating a ship that was wrecked off the Kenyan coast five hundred years ago.
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Kenya, Dominican Republic sign agreement to support security mission in Haiti
Kenya and the Dominican Republic signed an agreement on Monday that would bolster support for the Kenyan police deployed in Haiti.
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Kenya welcomes Finnish President Stubb for state visit
On Monday, Kenya and Finland signed two agreements on political consultations, peace mediation, and conflict resolution
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Kenya’s lead poisoning victims demand justice as cleanup stalls after court win
Residents of Owino Uhuru say more than 300 people have died from the effects of lead poisoning, they believe was caused by an old smelter.
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Kenya expert warns of ecological disaster due to insect trafficking
Muya warned against taking ants from their natural habitats, saying they were unlikely to survive if not supported to adapt to their new environment.
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US citizens migrating to Africa: A growing number of black Americans relocate to Kenya
A rising number of Black Americans are choosing Kenya as their new home
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Kenya's Sawe wins London Marathon as Ethiopia's Assefa takes women's race
Assefa made up for second-place finishes in London and the Paris Olympics last year, finishing in 2:15:50. It was the fastest ever time in a women’s-only marathon
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Kenya and China upgrade relations during President Ruto's visit to Beijing
Kenyan President William Ruto and Chinese President Xi Jinping have announced upgraded relations during Ruto's state visit to Beijing.
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Eliud Kipchoge returns to the London Marathon
Marathon legend Eliud Kipchoge is back in London, lacing up for what could be his final run in the iconic race
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Kenya: Ant smuggling suspects set to be sentenced on May 7
A magistrate presiding over the case of four suspects charged with smugglings garden ants, has set their sentencing date to May 7, 2025 during a hearing in Nairobi on Wednesday.
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Fears in Kenya as church accused of encouraging starvation among followers
Police in Kenya uncover a disturbing scene – two dead, dozens rescued in frail condition.
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President Ruto signs $950M deal in China, strengthens Kenya–China ties
Kenya has secured over $950 million to fund key projects under its Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA), with $320 million allocated to manufacturing, $430 million to agriculture, and $230 million to tourism.
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Kenya: President Ruto arrives in China for four-day state visit
Kenyan President William Ruto landed in Beijing on Tuesday evening for a state visit on invitation of his Chinese counterpart, Xi Jinping. The two countries are expected to deepen their commercial and financial ties.
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Africa mourns Pope Francis, a voice for peace and justice
Pope Francis, remembered for his fight for peace, justice, and youth empowerment in Africa and South Sudan, leaves a lasting legacy after his death at 88
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Kenya's President Ruto visits China to discuss trade and bolster ties
Al Jazeera looks at Beijing's growing influence on the African continent.