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Footage of Seoul crush to be removed from Call of Duty after backlash
Bereaved families say they were appalled to see footage of the Itaewon disaster included in Modern Warfare 4.
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Germany takes cautious approach on Israeli election results
German politicians have been slow to respond as they wait to see who is likely to comprise the next coalition. Many are also hoping for a government without religious hardliners.
Politics
Streeting denies 'kicking can down the road' in defence spending row
The government is under pressure to set out a path to greater defence spending, as ministers unveil plans to boost UK firms.
King Charles’ visit to Guyana reignites calls for a British apology and reparations for slavery
King Charles the Third’s visit to Guyana is bringing renewed attention to Britain’s colonial past and growing calls for an apology over slavery.
Entertainment
Man accused of defaming land firm over 'exhumed bodies' claims
A Kenyan man has denied a fresh cyber harassment charge over Facebook claims that a land firm exhumed bodies to sell plots, months after a related dispute involving an alleged Sh590,000…
Entertainment
Beijing Queer film festival cancelled after harassment from authorities
Forums for discussion of feminist and LGBTQ+ views face growing intolerance from Chinese state, say expertsBeijing’s annual independent queer film festival has been cancelled after what is…
Business
Court halts Sh1bn payout to Thiba Dam contractor amid fight with State
The dam was completed in April 2022 at a contract price of Sh8.2 billion.
Sports
IIHF ordered to allow Russia back into world championships
The Court of Arbitration for Sport has ruled that Russian teams must be allowed to take part in international ice hockey tournaments. The IIHF had banned Russia following the country's…
Entertainment
Eric Omondi organises Georgina Njenga's Haloween photoshoot
Georgina Njenga is a well-known Kenyan digital content creator and influencer. Public concern about her began after she shared distressing messages on Instagram, including posts about death
Politics
Campaign for ICC judge jobs hots up
Eleven candidates from Africa, Europe and Asia are competing for six positions on the Court’s 18-member bench.
Entertainment
Singer Barakito Rodrigue teams up with Pastor Tumaini for new gospel song
Barakito Rodrigue teams up with Pastor Tumaini on Unayotenda ni Mengi, a new gospel release blending faith and African musical influences.
Over 300 Households Displaced By Floods in Tana River
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- More than 300 households have been displaced by flooding in Tana River County following heavy rains along Kenya's Coast.
Kenya's Army Has Not Announced Recruitment Through October 2026 Gazette Notice Circulating Online
[Africa Check] Kenya's army has not announced recruitment through October 2026 gazette notice circulating online
Politics
Winnie Odinga Set to Attend Sifuna's Linda Mwananchi Launch Amid Nairobi Senate Bid
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- East Africa Legislative Assembly MP Winnie Odinga is expected to attend the unveiling of the presidential campaign secretariat by Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna-led…
Sports
CAF makes U-turn, AFCON reverts back to being held every two years
AFCON will return to its traditional two-year cycle after CAF Executive Committee unanimously reversed its decision to stage the continental showpiece every four years.
Technology
Airtel Africa half-year profit rises 20% to $452m
Airtel Africa’s profit after tax rose by 20.5% to US$452 million in the half year to 30 September 2026, up from US$376 million in the same period last year. The growth was driven by data…
Politics
What's at stake for Trump in the US midterms?
Anthony Zurcher explains how the results of the midterm elections could reshape the rest of Trump's presidency.
Sports
Ivorian Star Zouzoua returns to Dar City for Nairobi Elite 16 showdown
Kenyan Basketball fans, get ready for a show as the Road to Basketball Africa League (BAL) is coming home to Nairobi next month.
Fragmented Regulations, High Costs Holding Back Kenya's Property Sector
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Fragmented regulatory processes, unpredictable policies, high development costs and inadequate infrastructure continue to undermine the viability of property…
Politics
Tribunal Clears Way for Registration of Ukombozi Alliance
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Political Parties Disputes Tribunal has cleared the way for the registration of The Ukombozi Alliance after discharging orders that had suspended the process.
Business
Kabras Sugar Plans 1,500-Tonne Factory in Nandi
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Sugarcane farmers in Nandi County could get a new market for their produce if plans by West Kenya Sugar Company, which trades as Kabras Sugar, to build a factory in…
Business
The Taxman Is Coming for Your M-Pesa Till: Inside KRA’s Reverse Invoicing Play
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) and Safaricom are in preliminary talks for M-Pesa to generate electronic tax invoices on behalf of small merchants paid through tills and paybills. The…
Politics
Maraga-Led Coalition Questions 44 Names in IEBC CEO Applicants' List
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The People's Coalition on Electoral Reforms has demanded answers from the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) over alleged irregularities in the…
Business
Sh1.2b fund to scale African consumer businesses unveiled
Kenafric Ventures builds on a programme of work undertaken by FSD Africa with S2E Africa earlier this year designed to test ways to attract corporate capital.
Severe rainfall and flood warnings issued for central Greece and western Turkey
Turkey has been hit by powerful thunderstorms and a fatal tornado this week with more heavy rain expectedHeavy rain and strong winds will continue to affect parts of south-eastern Europe…
U.S. Embassy Credits Kenyan Agencies in Usd750,000 Crypto Seizure
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The US Embassy in Nairobi has praised Kenyan investigative agencies, prosecutors and financial regulators for their role in a joint operation that seized more than…
Technology
Eswatini, Aice Africa to Establish Ai Safety Centre to Boost African Standards Capacity
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Eswatini Standards Authority (ESWASA) and AICE Africa have launched an artificial intelligence (AI) Safety and Standards Centre of Excellence aimed at building…
No, Kenya Railways Has Not Advertised Hundreds of Jobs As Claimed in Facebook Job Ad
[Africa Check] No, Kenya Railways has not advertised hundreds of jobs as claimed in Facebook job ad
No, Standard Newspaper Didn't Publish Poll Showing Politician Oparanya in the Lead in Western Kenya
[Africa Check] No, Standard newspaper didn't publish poll showing politician Oparanya in the lead in western Kenya
Business
East African Portland Cement Profit After Tax Drops 68.6pc to Sh1.58bn
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- East African Portland Cement Company's (EAPCC) profit after tax fell 68.6 percent to Sh1.58 billion in the financial year ended June 2026, down from Sh5.02 billion…