Gabon to Halt Manganese Exports by 2029

Gabon: Gabon will cease exporting manganese from 2029 as part of a plan to transform national industry, President Brice Oligui Nguema said in a government statement published on Saturday. The government announced the move as part of efforts to transform its economy. According to Ethiopian News Agency, manganese, alongside oil and timber, is one of … Read more

Victims of Crime Urged to File Statements as Police Arrest Nine Suspects in Mombasa

Mombasa: Mombasa County Commissioner Mohamed Noor is urging residents who may have lost money through car break-ins to report to the nearest police station and file official statements following the arrest of nine suspects on Saturday at their hideout in Mtwapa. Speaking during the 62nd Madaraka Day celebrations, Commissioner Noor confirmed the arrests and emphasised … Read more

Police Intensify Manhunt for Killer Gang in Nakuru

Nakuru: Security agencies in Nakuru have intensified the manhunt for a hardened criminal and his two accomplices who have been targeting businesses between 8pm and 10pm using motorcycles to escape. County Commissioner Loyford Kibaara assured residents that detectives were in hot pursuit of suspects using useful leads in the hunt for the gang that has … Read more

Madaraka Day Celebrations in Machakos

Machakos: The Machakos County Commissioner Josephine Ouko led the public in celebrating the 62nd Madaraka Day at Scott Christian University in Mumbuni, Machakos County. According to Kenya News Agency, the event took place on Sunday, June 1, 2025, marking a significant occasion for the residents of Machakos. The celebrations were held to commemorate the day … Read more

Mombasa County Madaraka Day Celebrations

Mombasa: Mombasa County Commissioner Mohamed Noor, accompanied by security chiefs, participated in the Madaraka Day celebrations held at Uwanja wa Mbuzi in Nyali. The event featured a parade march, during which the officials acknowledged the participants with salutes. According to Kenya News Agency, the celebrations were attended by various government officials and members of the … Read more

Kenya’s Donkey Population on Sharp Decline Amid Rising Skin Trade

Nairobi: Kenya’s donkey population is plummeting at an alarming rate, with recent statistics indicating a decline of over 50% in the last decade. The surge in demand for donkey hides, particularly for export to China, has fuelled illegal slaughter and smuggling, threatening the livelihoods of communities that rely on these animals for transport and trade. … Read more