Columbus, OH

NAIROBI — Kenya’s President William Ruto has nominated his first batch of new ministers after firing nearly his entire cabinet last week amid pressure from mass protests. Of the 11 individuals named by Ruto on Friday, six were among those he dismissed, including Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki and Defence Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale. Rebecca Miano, formerly Trade Cabinet Secretary, was named attorney general.

Kenya’s Ruto starts rebuilding cabinet after mass sacking

President William Ruto has levelled serious accusations against the Ford Foundation claiming it has been financing recent anti-government protests in Kenya. Speaking at Keringet Market in Nakuru County, Ruto emphasized the critical importance of maintaining peace in the nation. He asserts that certain parties have reaped significant benefits from the demonstrations and alleges that these entities have been funnelling funds to unspecified groups within Kenya to orchestrate protests aimed at destabilizing the country. Ruto characterizes these actions as "anarchy" and openly condemns those responsible, saying, "Shame on them!"

Ruto Accuses Ford Foundation of Financing Anti-Government Protests

President William Ruto has unveiled a new cabinet lineup, nominating 11 individuals to key positions within the government. In his address to the nation, President Ruto underscored the significance of these appointments in advancing his administration's agenda. Among the notable appointments, Kithure Kindiki has been reappointed as Cabinet Secretary for Interior. Kindiki's previous tenure was characterized by efforts to enhance national security and streamline immigration processes. Former Cabinet Secretaries Alice Wahome (Lands), Aden Duale (Defence), and Soipan Tuya (Environment) have also been proposed to retain their positions.

Ruto Names 11 New Cabinet Secretaries

Reuters

NAIROBI (Reuters) -Kenyan President William Ruto on Friday mostly named holdovers from the cabinet he sacked last week to a new government meant to respond to the grievances of young protesters.

Kenya's Ruto retains former ministers in new cabinet appointments

The daughter of Cameroon's president has said she hopes that her coming out as a lesbian can help change the law banning same-sex relations in her country. Brenda Biya told the Le Parisien newspaper that there were many people in her situation and she hoped to inspire them. The 27-year-old...

President's daughter hopes coming out will change anti-gay laws

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

UPI News

A 33-year-old Kenyan man was arrested Monday by police after he confessed to allegedly killing at least 42 women including his own wife over a two-year period.

Kenyan man arrested, admits to killing 42 women, including his wife

The body of Burundi's former president Pierre Buyoya was repatriated to his home country on Tuesday, more than three years after he was buried thousands of kilometres (miles) away in Mali. At the time, a senior Burundian government official had said Buyoya had the right to be buried in his home country but would not be given the honours afforded to a former head of state because of the sentence against him.

Body of former Burundian president Buyoya repatriated from Mali

Even the daughter of Cameroon's president may not be shielded from the nation's harsh anti-LGBTQ+ laws. Brenda Biya, whose father is Paul Biya, came out last week in an Instagram post that revealed her relationship with Brazilian model Layyons Valença. Biya posted a photo of the two kissing, writing in the caption: “PS: I’m crazy about you & I want the world to know.”

Cameroon president's daughter Brenda Biya faces backlash from family after coming out

Kenya has taken delivery of the first batch of military helicopters promised by the US during the recent state visit of Kenyan President William Ruto. Two UH-1 Huey military choppers arrived in the African nation earlier this month and are now being assembled by a specialized team of US Air Force technicians in the Embakasi Garrison hangar in Nairobi.

Kenya Receives Military Helicopters From US

Chicago, IL

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

On a Monday morning at Kasarani Police Station, officers in full riot gear, armed with batons, contribute to a sombre atmosphere as a large crowd gathers inside. Outside, Teresa Gathoni waits for her husband Eddie, revealing that she is the sister of Cullen Maina whose brutalized body was discovered at the City Mortuary the previous Sunday. Police officials had informed the family that Cullen's body was brought to the mortuary on June 10, 2024, from Kasarani Police Station. Eddie is currently attempting to obtain documentation from Deputy OCPD Hassan Bashir who has been tasked with processing their case to allow them to return to the City Mortuary with authorization for a post-mortem examination.

Who Killed Cullen Maina? Family Demands Justice

PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti -- Another 200 police officers from Kenya arrived Tuesday in Haiti for a U.N.-backed mission led by the East African country to battle violent gangs that have taken over parts of the troubled Caribbean country. The officers arrived nearly a month after the first contingent of 200 landed...

More Kenyan police arrive in Haiti with UN-backed mission to fight violent gangs

An American animal rights activist and his 11-year-old son have been held in a cell in an Ethiopian jail and forced to sleep on a mattress on the floor overnight after they got too close to the headquarters of Ethiopian Airlines at Addis Ababa Airport. Jason Baker, the Vice President...

American Activist and His 11-Year-Old Son Held in Jail in Africa After Planning Animal Rights Demo at HQ of Ethiopian Airlines

Washington, DC

President William Ruto on a Tour of the Swahili Village Restaurant. Kenyan-owned dining establishment Swahili Village located near Embassy Row in Washington, D.C., has reached a significant settlement in a wage theft case brought by the city's attorney general's office. The restaurant, along with its principals Kevin Onyona (founder and...

Swahili Village Hit with $526,000 Fine in D.C. Wage Theft Settlement

The Independent

Six Chinese citizens were killed and several went missing after a local militia targeted a mining site in the Democratic Republic of Congo, authorities said on Thursday as the central African country continued to be wracked by widespread violence.At least two and possibly three Congolese soldiers were also killed in the attack, which took place in the gold-rich Djugu territory in Ituri province. The attack was carried out by a militia called Codeco, or Cooperative for the Development of the Congo, Djugu administrator Ruphin Mapela said. A Red Cross representative in the region said the militiamen “entered the camp and...

Six Chinese nationals mining for gold killed in Congo militia attack

Virginia State

In Virginia, Drinking in public or offering another person alcohol in a public space is prohibited. This is a class 4 Misdemeanor punishable by a fine of up to $250.00. Under a new law that goes into effect on July 1, this will change to a degree.WDBJ7 reports that the prohibition on drinking or offering an alcoholic beverage to someone else in public will no longer apply under the following conditions.

Drinking in public will no longer be prohibited on private Campgrounds in Virginia beginning July 1

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The HD Post

CALIFORNIA – Starting July 1, landlords will only be allowed to collect one month’s rent for the security deposit on a rental property. Assembly Bill 12, signed into law last October, says regardless of whether the residential property is unfurnished or furnished, only one month’s rent can be charged in addition to any rent for the first month paid on or before initial occupancy.

Law limiting security deposits goes into effect July 1

Kenyan police patrolled Port-au-Prince in armored vehicles Wednesday, a local official said, while Haiti's Prime Minister Garry Conille announced new emergency measures to combat the country's gangs. The vehicles patrolled the area around the National Palace and other parts of Port-au-Prince with Kenyan forces and Haitian police on board, according to the official, who spoke on condition of anonymity and did not provide details about the objectives of the operation.

Kenya police patrol Haiti capital after more forces arrive

The New Humanitarian

I am writing to you as a brother who believes in our common bonds as Black people across the globe. I think there is a common tapestry of history and culture that transcends the thousands of miles between us and binds us so uniquely as a people. Right from the...

Dear Haiti, our Kenyan police are a problem

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Opposition in Turmoil as Raila Stands Firm Against Ruto's Resignation

Azimio leader Raila Odinga has taken a stance against calls for President William Ruto's resignation, despite growing pressure and internal dissent. Addressing members of the Orange...

Opposition in Turmoil as Raila Stands Firm Against Ruto's Resignation

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