Britain has established its second visa processing facility in Zimbabwe by launching operations in Bulawayo city. The Rainbow Hotel houses the new premium service center that welcomes applicants every Saturday between 9 AM and 3 PM. British Ambassador Pete Vowles calls the facility a major achievement for strengthening relationships between both nations. The diplomat believes easier visa access will boost trade partnerships and tourism opportunities for southern Zimbabwe residents. The expansion demonstrates Britain's dedication to building stronger people-to-people connections across the region.
Harare already hosts the first UK visa center that began serving customers during November 2024. VFS Global manages both locations and...
Former Azimio presidential chief agent Saitabao ole Kanchory stirred controversy by lecturing Kenyans about election management ahead of the 2027 polls. The veteran political operative blasted citizens for their shallow grasp of how presidential contests really work behind the scenes. Kanchory fired off harsh criticism on social media targeting people who believe elections begin and end at voting booths. He argued that most Kenyans with loud opinions lack basic knowledge about electoral complexities. The sharp rebuke came as the newly sworn Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission prepares for the upcoming general election.
Kanchory highlighted how the IEBC wields enormous power over every aspect of presidential races from start...
Westlands lawmaker Tim Wanyonyi has switched gears from chasing the Nairobi governor seat to pursuing the top job in Bungoma County. The Orange Democratic Movement politician made his gubernatorial ambitions clear during a Saturday press conference. Wanyonyi serves his third term representing Westlands constituents in parliament. The seasoned politician believes Bungoma holds massive untapped potential as Kenya's third largest county. He plans to center his 2027 campaign around youth empowerment and inclusive economic policies.
Wanyonyi expects to forge alliances with diverse groups across Bungoma including business leaders and religious organizations. The MP acknowledges the county's multicultural makeup and various active community...
Interior boss Kipchumba Murkomen demands Chief Justice Martha Koome crack down hard on violent demonstrators who torched police stations and ransacked businesses. The cabinet secretary warns Kenya faces complete chaos unless judges back government efforts to prosecute criminal protesters and their financiers. Murkomen declares authorities will arrest every thug who attacks citizens and destroys their property during these lawless riots. He distinguishes recent violence from previous peaceful demonstrations by highlighting unprecedented attacks on courts and theft of police weapons. The minister insists Article 37 constitutional protections never intended to cover such destructive behavior.
Political leaders who stoke protest violence...
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki boasted about crushing opponents during the next general election while addressing crowds at an economic forum. The second-in-command painted a picture of political dominance featuring President William Ruto and former Prime Minister Raila Odinga as his teammates. Kindiki challenged anyone to question whether their trio could face defeat against rival politicians when voting begins. He reminded listeners that government work takes priority over campaign activities at the moment. The deputy president warned coalition members against becoming lazy since leadership positions never last forever.
Kindiki fired shots at unnamed former officials who apparently wasted their chances in high offices before...
The Trump administration delivered a massive blow to American diplomacy by axing more than 1,000 State Department workers. Federal officials tossed 1,107 civil servants and 246 foreign service officers onto the unemployment line during Friday's brutal workforce purge. Another 1,500 department staffers had already bailed out through voluntary exits earlier during the government's sweeping reorganization campaign. Critics warn these devastating cuts will cripple the agency's ability to handle international affairs. The mass firings target essential programs including refugee resettlement and Afghan relocation efforts.
Heartbreaking scenes unfolded outside the State Department building as displaced workers carried their personal...
President William Ruto filled key government board positions with fresh faces and familiar names during his latest appointment spree. The head of state picked Ali Noor Ismail to run the Pest Control Products Board for the next three years. Abdi Mude Ibrahim landed the top job at Kenya Veterinary Vaccines Production Institute with the same tenure. Charles Nyachae got another shot at leading the Kenya School of Government Council after previously holding the position since January 2024. All these appointments became official on July 11 through gazette notices that confirmed the three-year terms.
Cabinet secretaries joined the appointment party by naming their picks for various boards across government agencies. Public Service boss...
Kikuyu superstar Samidoh belted out traditional tunes for former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua during a wild diaspora bash in Seattle. The popular musician teamed up with media personality Muthoni wa Kirumba to throw the raucous gathering for Kenyan expats. Baby Tops warmed up the crowd before bringing the singing sensation onto the stage amid thunderous applause. Samidoh cracked jokes about getting into trouble for listening to Gachagua before launching into the classic Mau Mau anthem Mwene Nyaga. Phone cameras captured every moment as the audience sang along and waved their arms wildly.
People's Liberation Party boss Martha Karua joined Gachagua at the star-studded event that had everyone talking. The former deputy president used...
Tax collectors at Kenya Revenue Authority will shut down their main computer system for six hours on Sunday morning. The digital platform handles all customs paperwork and transactions for businesses moving goods across borders. Officials plan to start the maintenance work at 4 AM and finish by 10 AM on July 13. Importers and exporters cannot access the system during the entire shutdown period. KRA bosses told traders to prepare for the temporary blackout and apologized for any problems it might cause.
The Integrated Customs Management System processes sea manifests and house manifests for cargo coming through ports. Clearing agents rely on the platform to handle documentation for their clients throughout the day. Trade logistics...
