Kenya reopen schools, declare Friday public holiday to mourn flood victims

Kenya’s President William Ruto has declared Friday a public holiday to mourn the 238 people who have died due to ongoing flooding. The president on Wednesday said the day will be observed by national tree planting activities to help mitigate the effects of climate change. President Ruto also announced the reopening of schools countrywide, after […]

Kenya names new military heads including first woman, after helicopter crash

Kenya’s President William Ruto has appointed Maj Gen Fatuma Ahmed as the first female commander of the air force. This move yesterday follows the tragic helicopter crash last month, which claimed the lives of the military chief and others, prompting the need for new leadership. Alongside Maj Gen Ahmed, other leaders were appointed, including a […]