The EU watches products that serve both everyday people and potential bad actors. These dual-use items range from flying devices to chemical substances meant for normal life. Some governments might misuse these same products to control citizens or hurt people.
The European Union wants tighter rules on selling these products outside its borders. Current regulations need updates because technology keeps changing fast. New digital spy tools worry officials who care about human rights. The EU aims to stop these items from reaching groups that would harm others.
Regular objects become dangerous when repurposed for attacks or oppression. Terrorists can take ordinary items and transform them into weapons. Companies must check who buys their...
Kenya Power says four counties will have no electricity on Sunday. The areas will experience outages between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. for needed system work.
Nairobi residents near Grain Bulk and Syokimau Railway Station will lose power from 9 am until 5 pm. Many parts of Uasin Gishu, like Soy, Likuyani, and Mawe Tatu, will have no electricity all day starting at 8 am. Nyeri faces the most widespread cuts, with the entire town losing power until 1 pm. Markets, schools, and hospitals across the country must prepare for outages lasting up to nine hours. Mombasa areas such as Pamba Road, Miracle Park, and Kenya Railways will see interruptions from 9 am to 5 pm.
The company stated that these scheduled blackouts help them keep the system running...
Kenya's President Ruto stood with global leaders at Pope Francis' funeral on Saturday. Thousands came to say goodbye to the church leader who passed away on April 21. People traveled from many countries for the final service.
The Vatican released information about what caused the Pope's death. Medical reports showed he died from a stroke that led to heart failure, doctors could not reverse. The religious leader's death happened on Easter Monday, a significant day in the Catholic calendar.
World Catholics gathered as their spiritual guide was laid to rest among prayers and ceremonies. The funeral brought together both powerful officials and regular church members who wanted to honor the Pope's life. Many considered the event historic...
Pope Francis rests at Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica after his funeral drew massive crowds. About 400,000 mourners filled Rome's streets as world leaders paid their respects. The Vatican stated that the Pope became the first in over 100 years to be buried outside Vatican walls. His final journey ended with a private ceremony for close friends.
Donald Trump, Volodymyr Zelensky, and Prince William joined the throngs of people who came to say goodbye. Italy's interior minister, Matteo Piantedosi, confirmed the huge attendance numbers through Italian news. Nearly 150,000 people watched the procession carrying his coffin to its final resting place. The burial marked the end of a historic day of mourning for the Catholic Church.
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Police found two guns during a search in Igembe North after raiders killed three officers. DCI agents led the operation with help from GSU Kipsing at Lemorijo village in Isiolo North Sub-County. They recovered two AK-47 rifles that had empty magazines.
The search came after armed attackers shot three National Police Reservists on April 7. Investigators believe these weapons were used in the deadly assault. The breakthrough happened because local people worked with police teams from different units.
DCI praised all officers involved for their work to keep communities safe. They said more updates would come as they continue looking into the case. The DCI office in Igembe North has taken over the investigation.
This news follows a...
Interior CS Murkomen made it clear that former Deputy President Gachagua and ex-Public Service CS Muturi face no breach investigations. He stressed that all state officers must follow the Secrecy Act. The enforcement applies to everyone without political targeting.
Lawmakers had raised worries about former officials sharing sensitive information after leaving office. Murkomen explained that this rule only covers matters related to national security. He noted the law affects any official who accesses information that might harm security or relate to espionage.
The government continues its strong stance against illegal brewing and fake alcohol. Murkomen ordered security teams to crack down on illicit brew makers and arrest those...
Janet Museveni praised Gomba lawmaker Sylvia Nayebale for organizing local women into saving groups. The First Lady sent Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa to represent her at two events on Friday. He first visited Ngomanene Primary School to open a new building from the Kelim Foundation. He later attended a women's day celebration where a new agricultural SACCO was launched at Kabulasoke.
The First Lady believes these savings groups can help women escape poverty. She told Gomba women to learn from Bangladeshi women, who were poor, uneducated women created the successful Grameen Bank. She referenced the Bible story about talents, urging women to manage their resources carefully. She thinks following these principles will help their SACCO...
The Public Relations Association of Uganda welcomed new leaders on Thursday at the Protea Hotel. Outgoing president Tina Wamala handed control to Irene Naksiita from the Uganda Red Cross Society. Uganda Communications Commission head George William Nyombi attended the ceremony, where digital expert Patrick Adengo gave the main speech.
The former team built financial strength for the organization during their term. They created new payment systems like FlexiPay and IFMS, formed partnerships with industry companies, and grew membership across all categories. Wamala expressed thanks for her time leading the passionate team.
Naksiita shared plans to expand PRAU's influence and help members develop professionally. She aims to advance the...
Uganda has stepped up as co-chair of the Climate Action Finance Ministers Coalition during spring meetings between the World Bank Group and the IMF in Washington, D.C. The Netherlands will lead the group alongside Uganda. State Finance Minister Henry Musasizi accepted this position from Indonesia's Finance Minister Sri Mulyani Indrawati.
Musasizi thanked members for their trust and promised to advance shared climate and economic aims. During its leadership term, Uganda plans to focus mainly on adaptation efforts. The country believes these measures build resilience and create new economic chances.
Musasizi stressed that finance ministers must integrate climate goals into fiscal policies, budgeting practices, planning systems, and debt...
