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Shaka Ssali: Veteran VOA journalist dies at 71

Shaka Ssali's career at VOA spanned 29 years, 20 of them as the founder and host of Straight Talk Africa. He retired in May 2021, leaving behind a lasting legacy in African media.
By Kevin Tunoi 2d ago
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Nominated MP Sabina Chege has disclosed new details about the government's efforts to save Margaret Nduta from execution in Vietnam.
By Raymond Muthee 3d ago
A photo of former Kiambu Governor Ferdinand Waititu wearing the distinctive and dreaded striped prison uniform has sparked widespread reactions online
By Raymond Muthee 1w ago
A heart-stopping road incident caught on camera has left Kenyans outraged, reigniting debates on road safety and responsible driving.
By Raymond Muthee 1w ago
Kenya has asked Vietnam to halt the execution of Margaret Nduta, a Kenyan woman sentenced to death for drug trafficking, as diplomatic efforts for reprieve continue.
By David Njaaga and Raymond Muthee 2w ago
Foreign Affairs PS Korir Sing’oei says the government is striving to intervene in Margaret Nduta’s case after she was sentenced to death in Vietnam for ferrying drugs.
By Raymond Muthee 2w ago
Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has appealed to President Ruto to intervene in the case of Margaret Nduta, who was sentenced to death by hanging in Vietnam after allegedly being caught ferrying drugs.
By Raymond Muthee 2w ago
Creatives eligible for the funding include content creators, filmmakers, musicians, photographers, make-up artists, game developers, and fashion designers.
By Kevin Tunoi 2w ago
The suspect appeared before Senior Principal Magistrate Joseph Karanja, who issued a directive for a mental assessment report to be prepared and presented in court.
By Lilian Chepkoech 1mo ago
Many users say it shows tech companies are stepping back from diversity efforts.
By Fay Ngina 1mo ago
The agency has since confirmed that it has regained control of the accounts and assured the public that investigations are underway to identify the perpetrators.
By Molly Chebet 1mo ago
K24 confirmed the breach in a statement, assuring the public that efforts were underway to regain control.
By Fay Ngina 1mo ago
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