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Kenya says efforts to save northern white rhinos from extinction at advanced stage
Nairobi, July 18: The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) said on Friday that its efforts to rescue Northern White Rhinos (NWR), a critically endangered species, from extinction through artificial fertilization are at a crucial stage.
World marathon record holder Ruth Chepngetich provisionally suspended for doping violation
Monaco, July 17: Kenya's Ruth Chepngetich, the reigning women's marathon world-record holder, has been provisionally suspended after testing positive for a banned substance, the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) announced on Thursday.
MoS Defence Sanjay Seth to visit Kenya, Madagascar from June 23-26 to boost diplomatic ties
New Delhi, June 22: An Indian delegation led by Union Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth will visit Kenya and Madagascar from June 23 to 26, 2025, according to an official statement from the Ministry of Defence.
Disappointed when Adani airport deal cancelled, they're credible partner: Kenya's Odinga
Nairobi, June 20: Kenya's former Prime Minister Raila Odinga on Friday said he was disappointed when the Adani Group deal to expand and manage Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) got cancelled.
Bodies of 5 people killed in Kenya bus accident brought to Kerala
Kochi, June 15: The bodies of five Indians who lost their lives in a bus accident in Kenya have been brought to Kerala, flying in a Qatar Airways flight and landing at Cochin International Airport on Sunday.
Deeply saddened by tragic road accident...: Indian High Commission in Kenya
Nairobi, June 10: The Indian High Commission in Kenya has expressed grief over the loss of lives of five Indian nationals who lost their lives in a road accident in Kenya's Nyandarua County.
5 Keralaites killed in bus accident in Kenya
Thiruvananthapuram, June 10: In a tragic bus accident that took place in Kenya in which six persons died, five are from Kerala.
Kenya lauds sentencing in wildlife crime case over smuggling of 5,000 ants
Nairobi, May 7: The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) on Wednesday welcomed the sentencing of four individuals, including three foreigners, for attempting to traffic more than 5,000 live garden ants out of the East African country.
UNESCO renews call for enhanced protection of Africa's heritage sites
Nairobi, May 7: The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has renewed its call for enhanced protection and recognition of Africa's heritage sites, given their contribution to cultural pride and tourism.
6 killed in Kenyan capital in flash floods amid ongoing heavy rains
Nairobi, April 24: At least six people have died in Kenya's capital, Nairobi, after flash floods triggered by heavy rainfall swept through several neighbourhoods over the past two days, authorities said.
Nairobi girl dragged away, killed by lion
Nairobi, April 20: In a tragic incident, a 14-year-old girl, living on the outskirts of the Kenyan capital, was dragged away and killed by a marauding lion, wildlife officials said on Sunday.
INS Chennai, INS Kesari conduct joint drills with African forces during AIKEYME 25 in Tanzania
Dar es Salaam, April 19: Indian Navy ships INS Chennai and INS Kesari successfully carried out manoeuvring exercises and Visit, Board, Search & Seizure (VBSS) drills during the sea phase of Africa India Key Maritime Engagement (AIKEYME) 2025, the Indian Navy said in a statement.
Parineeti Chopra looks adorable in throwback picture
Mumbai, April 18: Actor Parineeti Chopra always treats her fans with her adorable memories, and once again, she took a stroll down memory lane and shared a throwback picture with her family.
Parineeti Chopra drops a childhood picture from Kenya
Mumbai, April 18: Taking a trip down memory lane, actress Parineeti Chopra treated her InstaFam with an adorable childhood picture.
UAE, Kenya discuss enhancing bilateral relations, regional security
London, April 17: Lana Nusseibeh, UAE's Assistant Minister for Political Affairs, met with Musalia Mudavadi, Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs of Kenya, to discuss bilateral relations between the UAE and Kenya, as well as opportunities to enhance people-to-people ties and joint cooperation across several sectors.
Kenya receives 10,700 doses of mpox vaccine
Nairobi, April 10: Kenya on Thursday received 10,700 doses of mpox vaccines, a boost to its efforts against the spread of the disease.
Seven women with sub-record times set to challenge at World 10K Bengaluru
Bengaluru, April 8: The World 10K Bengaluru, a World Athletics Gold Label Road Race, continues to attract a world-class field with as many as seven women who have run faster than the current event record lining up for the 2025 edition on April 27.
Kenya repatriates 153 victims of human trafficking from Myanmar
Nairobi, April 7: The Kenyan government said Monday that it has successfully repatriated 153 citizens who were trafficked to scam compounds in Myanmar for forced criminal activities.
UN Security Council condemns attack on peacekeeping mission in Central African Republic
New York, March 31: The United Nations Security Council has strongly condemned the recent attack on the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilisation Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA) in the village of Tabani, located 24 kilometres west of Zemio in the Haut-Mbomou prefecture, which resulted in the death of a Kenyan peacekeeper.
Naveen, Musa Sherif end fairytale run, claim Kenyan NRC RC3 victory
Nairobi, March 26: Hyderabad's Naveen Pulligilla and co-driver Musa Sherif of Kasargod created Indian motorsports history by becoming the first "all-Indian team" to participate in the World Rally Championship (WRC).
African leaders appoint five peace facilitators for Congo peace process
Nairobi, March 25: African leaders from eastern and southern Africa appointed five former presidents to an expanded panel of facilitators to advance the peace process in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) at a virtual summit.
WHO lauds Kenya for sustained efforts in fighting tuberculosis
Nairobi, March 25: The World Health Organisation (WHO) commended Kenya for its sustained efforts in fighting tuberculosis (TB).
Naveen Pulligilla, Musa Sherif to make historic debut at WRC Safari Rally Kenya 2025
Nairobi, March 12: Naveen Pulligilla and Musa Sherif are set to become the first all-Indian team in WRC as they compete in the iconic Safari Rally Kenya 2025, a round of the World Rally Championship (WRC), from March 20 to 23.
Kenya calls for accelerated action to empower women, girls amid challenges
Nairobi, March 8: Kenya on Saturday called for accelerated action to support women's empowerment and a renewed desire to help women and girls overcome the challenges ahead.
IMF launches governance review in Kenya to address corruption, boost economic performance
Nairobi, March 4: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) began an official review of Kenya's corruption and governance issues, a senior Kenyan official said.
Kenya battles wildfires in major wildlife parks amid severe drought
Nairobi, March 1: Kenyan emergency teams, comprising defence forces and volunteers, have intensified efforts to contain fires sweeping across some of the country's largest wildlife sanctuaries and protected areas.
Over two million people face food insecurity in Kenya
Nairobi, March 1: The number of food-insecure people in Kenya stands at 2.15 million, up from one million in July 2024, according to the East African country's National Drought Management Authority (NDMA).
Sudan threatens to retaliate against Kenya for hosting paramilitary forces' activities
Khartoum, Feb 25: The Sudanese government on Monday vowed to take escalatory measures against Kenya for hosting activities by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
17 rare mountain bongos repatriated to Kenya
Nairobi, Feb 24: Kenya received 17 mountain bongos from the US, a development hailed as a major milestone in the efforts to restore the rare antelope population in Kenya, their only native homeland.
Sudan's RSF, allies ink deal in Kenya to form 'unity govt'
Nairobi, Feb 24: Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and its allies signed a charter to establish a unity government in the conflict-hit country.
20 Kenyan fishermen killed in retaliatory attacks in border region
Nairobi, Feb 23: At least 20 Kenyan fishermen were killed on Saturday night by suspected Ethiopian militiamen in the Todonyang border area along Lake Turkana in northwestern Kenya, government officials and witnesses confirmed on Sunday.
Kenya to revise visa requirements to attract more cruise tourists
Nairobi, Feb 23: Kenyan President William Ruto said on Sunday that the government will revise visa and Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) requirements for passengers arriving at the Port of Mombasa as part of efforts to boost cruise tourism.
Kenya secures funding to tackle climate change challenges
Nairobi, Feb 18: The United Nations (UN)-backed Green Climate Fund (GCF) has approved 50 million US dollars for key projects to bolster climate resilience and promote sustainable development in Kenya.
Kenya's monkey pox cases rise to 41
Nairobi, Feb 15: Kenya has confirmed 41 cases of monkey pox (mpox) across 12 counties, with one fatality reported since the outbreak began in July 2024, a government official confirmed.
Kenya ramps up measures to curb viral disease spread
Nairobi, Feb 13: Kenya's health authorities said that robust measures are underway to mitigate the risks of viral diseases such as Marburg, mpox, and Ebola across the country.
Kenya pledges to work with telecoms to reduce cyber threats
Nairobi, Feb 12: Kenya pledged to partner with foreign and local telecommunications companies to reduce cyber threats in the country.
East African bloc approves new chair to monitor peace in South Sudan
Juba, Feb 10: The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), an East African bloc, has endorsed the appointment of George Aggrey Owinow of Kenya as the new chair of the Reconstituted Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission (RJMEC), the South Sudan peace monitoring body said.
AfDB commits 2.5 billion USD to infrastructure development in Tanzania
Dar es Salaam, Feb 7: The African Development Bank (AfDB) has committed $2.5 billion to the development of priority infrastructure projects in Tanzania, the East African Community (EAC) said.
UN announces 15 innovation hubs to fuel digital transformation in Kenya
Nairobi, Feb 7: A consortium of United Nations agencies on Thursday, US time, announced the shortlisting of 15 innovation hubs to spur the growth of the digital economy in Kenya while promoting equity and inclusivity.
Ethiopia, Kenya launch joint operation to dismantle terror activities along border
Addis Ababa, Feb 5: Ethiopian and Kenyan intelligence agencies have launched a joint military operation aimed at dismantling a militant group along their common border areas, Ethiopia's National Intelligence and Security Service (NISS) has said in a statement.