Author: Editorial Team

A U.S. federal court has delivered a major relief to immigrants whose green card applications had been delayed, ruling that the government cannot indefinitely pause or freeze immigration processing for people affected by travel restrictions. The decision found that the policy implemented by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) was unlawful because it amounted to an open-ended suspension of immigration benefits. The court emphasized that immigration authorities are required to continue reviewing applications, especially for individuals who have already submitted all required documents and met eligibility standards. As part of the ruling, USCIS has been directed to immediately resume…

Chaos erupted across several Nairobi estates after heavy overnight rainfall triggered widespread flooding, leaving major roads underwater and many neighbourhoods difficult to access from Monday night through Tuesday morning. Photos and videos reviewed by Kenyans.co.ke showed that some of the worst-hit areas included Utawala, the Ruai Bypass, and Kariokor Roundabout, where floodwaters covered roads and disrupted movement. The rising water greatly affected normal transport operations, with many commuters stranded as vehicles could not pass through flooded sections. Public transport was interrupted in several places, forcing passengers to wait for hours or seek alternative routes. In Utawala, residents woke up to…

President William Ruto has shared new information about a planned multi-billion-dollar oil refinery project for East Africa after businessman Aliko Dangote announced his intention to invest in Tanzania. While speaking at the Kenya Mining Investment Conference and Expo in Nairobi on Tuesday, April 28, Ruto said leaders from Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania have already discussed creating one major refinery that would serve the wider region. He explained that instead of each country working separately, they are considering a joint strategy that would combine their resources and strengthen regional cooperation. Ruto also noted that South Sudan is expected to be part…

Former lawyer for President William Ruto, Katwa Kigen, has responded to concerns from some Kenyans who believe his past connection with the Head of State could affect his ability to serve fairly as a Supreme Court judge, especially with the 2027 General Election approaching. Kigen appeared before the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) on Tuesday, April 28, where he was being interviewed for the top judicial position. During the session, he assured the panel that if appointed, he would carry out his duties with fairness, independence, and full respect for the Constitution and the law. The concerns were raised in a…

Teacher Strikes Disrupt School Reopening in Several Counties Schools reopening in different parts of the country have been affected after teachers began industrial action to push the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) and the government to address long-standing concerns. Demonstrations have already been witnessed in Busia, Nyandarua, and Kisii counties as educators intensify pressure over poor salaries, insecure employment terms for intern teachers, and ongoing problems linked to the Social Security Health Authority (SHA) system. In Busia County, teachers announced that learning activities would remain interrupted until the relevant authorities respond to their demands. They insisted that they are tired of…

TVETA Shuts Down Another College, Gives Institutions 21 Days to Comply The Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA) has shut down another college in Tigoni, saying the institution was offering illegal training programs and issuing certificates with no value. In a statement, TVETA said the college, which was operating under the name Initiative for Skills Empowerment, was closed with the help of the Limuru Sub-County security team after it was found to be operating without official registration. According to the authority, this was a direct violation of the TVET Act, CAP 210A. TVETA explained that the institution had…

The Kenya National Highways Authority has announced the temporary closure of part of the Iten-Kabarnet Road after a landslide caused by heavy rainfall blocked the road near Kolol. The authority released the traffic notice on Tuesday evening, explaining that continuous rains in different parts of the country had weakened the ground and caused soil and rocks to slide onto the road, making the route unsafe for motorists and other road users. KeNHA stated that emergency repair and clearing works have already started, with engineers and response teams sent to the affected area to remove debris and restore traffic movement as…

Deaths Reported as Floods Cause Major Disruptions in Nairobi At least three people are feared dead after being carried away by strong floodwaters following heavy rains that hit Nairobi on Monday and continued into Tuesday night. The intense rainfall caused serious flooding in several parts of the city, leaving roads submerged and transport badly affected. Areas such as Ruai and Utawala were among the worst hit, with many roads turning into dangerous flowing streams. Movement was disrupted at major junctions as vehicles could not pass through the flooded sections. Many motorists, passengers, and pedestrians were left stranded for several hours…

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has assured Kenyans who were unable to register during the recently concluded voter registration exercise that they still have another chance to do so. In a statement released on Tuesday, April 28, Erastus Ethekon explained that citizens who missed the Enhanced Continuous Voter Registration (ECVR) exercise should not worry, as voter registration services are still available even after the official exercise ended. He said the commission has already set aside several locations where Kenyans can continue registering as voters as preparations for the 2027 Kenyan General Election continue. According to the commission, voter registration…