Azerbaijan augments petroleum coke output in 2025In 2025, Azerbaijan saw significant growth in its petroleum industry. The country's production of petroleum coke increased substantially compared to the previous year. Alongside this, overall manufacturing in the petroleum products sector experienced a notable rise, driven by gains in several key product categories. Access to paid information is limited If You already have a account, please log in Login Register

Labour and Social Protection Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua has issued a public warning over a digitally manipulated image that falsely depicts him in a compromising situation. The image is not real and has been digitally altered to spread misinformation and create misunderstanding. Let us work together to stop the spread of digital misinformation,” the CS said. Digital misinformation has increasingly become a challenge in Kenya, with AI-generated content making it easier for false narratives to spread online. The genuine photograph captures a public event where CS Mutua is seen standing on a stage alongside President William Ruto, who is addressing the audience with a microphone.

A collage of Uganda Opposition leader Bobi Wine and General Muhoozi KainerugabaIntrigue has greeted a fresh online exchange between Uganda People’s Defence Forces General Muhoozi Kainerugaba and opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, following last week’s disputed presidential election. Muhoozi, the son of President Yoweri Museveni, resurfaced on X with his trademark provocative posts, this time issuing threats against the National Unity Platform (NUP) presidential candidate. Shortly afterwards, Muhoozi emerged with a flurry of tweets that appeared to validate Wine’s fears, threatening to “extinguish” him and his party. In subsequent posts on Monday, Muhoozi escalated his remarks, alleging that 22 NUP supporters had already been killed. On Monday, Wine responded to Muhoozi, saying he would emerge from hiding at a time of his choosing.

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NAIROBI, Kenya Jan 20 – President William Ruto has officially dispatched a new batch of Kenya’s ambassadors and high commissioners to their respective diplomatic missions abroad. Speaking during the ceremony, President Ruto described representing the country on the international stage as the ‘greatest honour in public service,’ noting that the diplomats carry the hopes, values, and aspirations of the nation. The Head of State said the envoys have a clear mandate to safeguard Kenya’s national interests, foster mutually beneficial relations, and represent the Kenyan people with dedication and commitment. President Ruto emphasized that the diplomats will pursue economic diplomacy guided by Kenya’s new roadmap to transform the country into a first-world economy through the National Infrastructure Fund and the Sovereign Wealth Fund. He said the envoys will focus on securing strategic trade and investment opportunities that advance Kenya’s development agenda, create dignified livelihoods for young people, and accelerate the nation’s journey toward shared prosperity.

[Edward Kiplimo, Standard]Over 18,000 lawyers in Kenya will have to wait until at least Friday January 23, 2026, to know their fate over engagement with public entities. Despite a plea with the High Court, Judge Samwel Mohochi did not vary his decision of January 12, which barred all public entities from engaging private law firms and lawyers. “The legal fees for all services to public entities are always capped and no lawyer can be paid above the stipulated amounts,” he submitted. “The county is unable to comply with legitimate court orders, including that ordering payments of fees. She deposed that the same ensured the public service was efficient and effective and promoted the values and principles of public service, to avoid wastage of public resources.

Nguni Ward Member of County Assembly (MCA) Jeremiah Mutua has come out to dismiss reports alleging that he was assaulted in opposition territory for openly backing the Kenya Kwanza government. Mutua clarified that the incident in question took place on January 17, during a burial ceremony of the mother of Nuu Ward MCA Judith Wanza. According to the MCA, the ceremony began peacefully, and he was warmly received by mourners. The MCA added, "The attackers are well known, and several were clearly captured in widely circulated videos. "Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka, my party leader, stands out as a proven and dependable leader with a strong track record of good governance.

1 / 8Grand Central Terminal in New York, USA, is the world’s largest railway station. Grand Central Terminal: A World Record Holder If you’ve ever visited New York, you’ve likely seen Grand Central Terminal. It’s the largest railway station in the world by the number of platforms, earning a spot in the Guinness World Records. Built by New York Central Railroad, it replaced steam trains with electric trains after a deadly 1902 Park Avenue tunnel accident. Daily Operations and Commuter Hub Grand Central is primarily used by Metro-North Railroad commuter trains.

He has not ruled out using force, raising concerns in Europe about the possibility of a direct confrontation between NATO allies. 3 / 8Formation and Purpose of NATO NATO was formed on April 4, 1949, by 12 countries from Europe and North America. Reuters reports that Trump’s 10% tariffs on some European allies could potentially lead to a direct confrontation between NATO members. 7 / 8Funding NATO Each NATO member contributes to the alliance’s operating costs based on a formula linked to Gross National Income (GNI). Notably, all these countries, along with the US, are NATO members.

‌Shortly after police freed one prison on Sunday morning, suspected gang members launched attacks on officers throughout the capital. View 5 Images Police officers were killed in attacks (Image: Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. It also grants police powers to detain individuals without court orders if they're suspected gang members. View 5 Images Officers were taken hostage (Image: )‌Security forces can now ban vehicle movement in specific areas or conduct searches. The changes lengthened prison sentences for gang members who commit crimes.

Labour CS Alfred Mutua during a media briefing on the crackdown and arrest of fraudulent recruitment agencies and individuals involved in illegal labour mobility in Kenya. [Benard Orwongo, Standard]There are up to 390 suspicious recruitment agencies currently under probe, it has emerged. This is according to the findings of a taskforce formed in 2025 to probe the agencies by listening to grievances and investigating fraud in the labor mobility program. It comprises members from the Ministry of Labour, Attorney General's Office, the Directorate of Criminal Investigation and Directorate of Public Prosecutions. "It takes time before a case can be built that needs proper evidence that can stand the day in court," Mutua stated.

However, in a statement on Tuesday, ODM communications director Philip Etale dismissed the claims as unfounded. ODM is united and the D in the party is at work,” Etale said. “We must remain united as a party and we do not intend to chase anyone away. “There’s only one indivisible ODM party led by party leader Oburu Oginga. During Sunday’s rally, Winnie warned that ODM risked losing public support due to leaders she accused of betraying its founding values.

His remarks follow the death of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga and his brother Oburu Oginga, after which Oburu took over as party leader. Babu Owino argued that ODM should not delay internal reforms and insisted that the party be handed over to him without hesitation. ODM should be handed over with an immediate effect, and you are looking at the party leader as we speak,” he said. Last Wednesday, party leader Oburu Oginga said the party would not expel anyone, instead urging dissatisfied members to leave voluntarily. “There’s only one indivisible ODM party led by party leader Oburu Oginga.

Wanja Nyarari shared the messages her late sister gave to her kids before she passed away. Photo: Wanja Nyarari. Wanja Nyarari explained how her sister approached death with courage. Photo: Wanja Nyarari. Source: FacebookWhat did Wanja's sister say to her kids?

[Courtesy]Politicians eyeing the presidency in the forthcoming 2027 General Elections have been warned to treat the slippery Mount Kenya region with caution. The Mukurweini MP argued that Mount Kenya also has a strong ability to mobilize voters during general elections, particularly when it feels threatened or sidelined. “That is the day the voting bloc started shifting towards William Ruto and that was quite early,” he observed. He said President Ruto benefited from a similar political strategy now being deployed in Mount Kenya by his former deputy Rigathi Gachagua. “When William Ruto, who was not really a son of Mt Kenya, was chased away, the people of the mountain revolted.