Arrest warrant issued against South Korea’s President days after his impeachment
A Seoul court has issued an arrest warrant against South Korea’s suspended president Yoon Suk Yeol over his attempt to impose martial law on 3 December. The warrant comes after Yoon, who is facing several investigations on insurrection and treason charges, ignored three summonses to appear for questioning over the past two weeks. On Sunday […]
‘We are documenting any excessive use of police force’ – LSK and other human rights agencies issue statement on protests
The President of the Law Society of Kenya Faith Odhiambo on Monday, December 30, 2024, issued a statement regarding the protests staged in different parts of the country calling for an end to abductions. In her statement supported by Medics 4 Kenya and Police Reforms Working Group, Odhiambo noted that LSK together with other relevant […]
Esther Passaris: What the world can learn from late US President Jimmy Carter
Nairobi County Women Representative Ether Passaris has explained what the world can learn from the 39th US President Jimmy Carter. Carter’s death was announced by President Joe Biden on Monday, December 30, 2024 triggering reactions from leaders in Kenya and the world. Passaris has reflected on Carter’s belief which she says can inspire individuals to […]
At least 71 people killed in Ethiopia road accident
At least 71 people have died in a road accident in southern Ethiopia, according to local authorities. A truck packed with passengers plunged into a river in Sidama state, some 300km (186 miles) south of Ethiopia’s capital Addis Ababa, the regional communication bureau said in a statement late on Sunday. In a Facebook post, the […]
‘Under his tenure, US never went to a single war around the globe’ – Raila praises Jimmy Carter’s legacy
Raila Odinga has offered a heartfelt tribute to former US President Jimmy Carter, praising his commitment to peace and diplomacy during and after his presidency. His statement came as the world mourned the loss of Carter, who passed away at 100 leaving behind a legacy that spanned three centuries. Raila reflected on Carter’s unique journey, […]
Ministry of health urges caution amid rising Mpox cases in Kenya
As the festive season brings Kenyans together, the Ministry of Health has issued a pressing advisory urging heightened vigilance against the spread of Mpox (formerly known as monkeypox). This comes amid reports of two new laboratory-confirmed cases, bringing the total number of cases nationwide to 31 since the outbreak began. The newly confirmed cases were […]
Millicent Omanga speaks on trials and triumphs in end-year message
Former nominated senator Millicent Omanga has highlighted the challenges and triumphs she faced in 2024 in an end-year message to Kenyans. Omanga, in a statement, revealed that while she had a fair share of triumphs in 2024, the year equally had its instances of challenges. “2024 has been a year of challenges and triumphs, of […]