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Kenya Halts US Backed Ebola Facility After Court Pressure and Public Outcry

Kenya has suspended the construction of a controversial US-backed Ebola quarantine facility, following a court ruling and mounting public pressure over the project’s location and purpose. Health Minister Aden Duale confirmed the halt, stating that the government had complied with legal directives after a High Court found him in contempt for failing to enforce earlier suspension orders. The facility, being developed at Laikipia Air Base, was intended to house Americans […]

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Local

Peter Murrell, Former SNP Chief, Sentenced to Over Five Years for Embezzlement of Party Funds

Former Scottish National Party (SNP) chief executive Peter Murrell has been sentenced to more than five years in prison after being found guilty of embezzling party funds, in a case that has sent shockwaves through Scottish politics. Murrell, who is also the husband of former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, was convicted over the misappropriation of party finances during his time in leadership. The court heard that funds meant for political […]

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Foreign

Obi’s Criticism of Tinubu Sparks Political Storm Between Opposition and Presidency

Nigeria’s political space has been reignited by a fresh dispute between the Presidency and Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi following his call for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s resignation over worsening economic hardship, insecurity and governance concerns. Obi argued that Nigeria’s current challenge ranging from rising inflation and unemployment to persistent insecurity reflect what he described as a failure of leadership. He insisted that public office should be based […]

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Local

Badenoch Calls Out Starmer’s Leadership After Shock Resignation

Leader of the Opposition Kemi Badenoch has launched a sharp attack on Keir Starmer following his resignation as Britain's prime minister, describing his time in office as a failure. Badenoch said Starmer's departure was the result of poor leadership, policy reversals and growing public dissatisfaction. She argued that his government struggled to deliver on key promises and lost the confidence of both voters and members of his own Labour Party. […]

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Local

Burnham Emerges as Labour Favourite as Starmer’s Exit Reshapes UK Politics

Andy Burnham has emerged as the leading contender to become Britain’s next prime minister following the resignation of UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer after months of pressure from within the Labour Party. Burnham, who recently won the crucial Makerfield by-election and returned to Parliament, is widely seen as the frontrunner in the upcoming Labour leadership race. The former Greater Manchester mayor has called for a "new path for Britain" and […]

today23 June 2026 4

Featured

Rhythm or Lyrics: What Makes a Song Connect With Listeners?

Music has a unique way of connecting with people. A song can make us dance, cry, reflect or even recollect old memories. But when listeners hear a song for the very first time, what captures their attention first, the rhythm or the lyrics? The debate over what draws listeners to a song first rhythm or lyrics has long been a topic of discussion in the music industry. While both elements […]

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Foreign

Kenya Labour Minister Faces Scrutiny Over Alleged Russian Recruitment Scheme

Kenya’s Labour Minister has come under growing pressure following allegations linking him to the recruitment of young Kenyans for work opportunities that reportedly led some individuals into Russia’s military network amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The accusations emerged after reports claimed that several Kenyan nationals were recruited under the promise of employment abroad but later found themselves involved in activities connected to Russia’s war effort. Critics and human rights […]

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Foreign

FG Warns Cement Makers to Cut Prices as Nigerians Face High Building Costs

The Federal Government has urged cement manufacturers in Nigeria to immediately reduce the price of the product, citing rising construction costs that are putting pressure on housing development and infrastructure projects across the country. The call was made as part of efforts to address the high cost of building materials, which officials say is slowing down both private and public sector construction activities. The government argued that cement prices have […]

today22 June 2026 4

Foreign

Thousands of Malawians Returned Home as South Africa Tightens Immigration Enforcement

A total of more than 3000 Malawian citizens have been sent back from South Africa as authorities continue a large scale removal process linked to rising tensions over undocumented migration and recent protests in major cities including Johannesburg. Malawi’s High Commissioner to South Africa, Stella Ndau, confirmed that 1,549 citizens have already arrived back home, 1,260 are still in transit, while around 700 were officially deported, bringing the overall figure […]

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