By XINHUA More by this AuthorTen people were killed due to disasters triggered by heavy rains in various parts of Rwanda over the past 10 days, the Ministry in charge of Emergency Management announced on Tuesday. The most recent fatalities occurred in Rutsiro district in western Rwanda, where two individuals were killed by a landslide following heavy rains early Tuesday. The heavy rains have also caused destruction to property, including houses, crops and road infrastructure in various parts of the country. The Rwanda Meteorology Agency warned on Monday that several parts of Rwanda would experience heavy rains in the first 10 days of May. Last May, floods and landslides struck western and northern Rwanda, resulting in the death of 135 people.

Photo credit: Bonface Bogita | Nation Media GroupKenya’s military chief, Gen. Francis Ogolla, tragically died in a helicopter crash in Sindar, Elgeyo-Marakwet County. A flooded Mathare River as it passes through Mathare Slums Gitathuru area on April 27, 2024. Photo credit: File | Nation Media GroupAftermath of Kijabe Dam burst incident in Kamuchiri Village in Mai Mahiu3. With the initial plans to commence the second term on April 29, 2024, the institutions were redirected to reopen on May 6, 2024. This data will help the government assess the readiness of schools for the second term opening on Monday, April 29, 2024," Mr Machogu explained.

President William Ruto urges Kenyans to pay taxes. Photo: William Ruto. President Ruto on why Kenyans should pay taxesIn an unexpected move, Ruto welcomed the moniker during his address on Labour Day, which took place on Wednesday, May 1 at Uhuru Gardens. The issue is we must pay taxes. The reason behind the Kenyan public's fervour was the fact that their President Ruto, is nicknamed Zakayo.

Kenya is one of the African countries with the highest electricity access. Burkina Faso, Gabon, and Kenya were also reported to have the highest electricity prices in the continent. Which African countries have the highest electricity access? 1 Mauritius - 100%Business Day noted Mauritius is one of Africa's best performers, with all its citizens having electricity access. Kenya - 71.4%Kenya boasts the highest national electricity access rate in East Africa.

Woman dies after building collapses in Kirinyaga following heavy rainsA middle-aged woman has died after a four-storey building under construction in Karia village, Kirinyaga County, collapsed during the night following heavy rains. Police said the entire building collapsed and partially destroyed a semi-permanent house nearby where the woman was sleeping, killing her on the spot. The deceased’s two children, aged 16 and 10, who were sleeping in a separate room, survived the ordeal. The deceased, who is a widow, had sold part of the land on which the collapsed building was constructed. The body of the deceased has been taken to Kerugoya Level Four Hospital for post-mortem examination.

Floods leave tourists stranded in Maasai MaraThe government has ordered evacuations after heavy rains flooded lodges and camps in the Maasai Mara after the Telek River burst its banks, stranding tourists. In a statement on Wednesday, Tourism Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua ordered all hotels and camps bordering rivers in national parks and reserves to prepare for evacuation. “Attention all hotels and camps adjacent to rivers within national parks and reserves: Prepare for potential evacuations should rivers overflow. “After several days of continuous rainfall, our rivers have swollen, impacting several camps and areas in the Maasai Mara National Reserve. “Together, we are implementing evacuation plans and mobilizing resources to respond promptly to distress calls and ensure the safety of our residents.

TikTok sensation Nyako Pilot has issued a warning to rising star Tizian Savage, advising him not to flaunt his newfound fame on social media. During a recent TikTok Live session, Nyako expressed her concern to the former Bodaboda rider, urging him to be careful as not everyone may be enjoying his successes. Their paths crossed in Nakuru, where Chira was a student at Kabarak University and Tizian was a Bodaboda rider. Do you remember a scenario where Prince Mwiti, Brian Chira and I were involved in an accident? Tizian was quick to point out that he and the generous fan only communicated on TikTok.

President William Ruto has said he has no qualms being referred to as the biblical Zacchaeus as long as Kenyans pay taxes that will help him transform the country. It is while making the remarks that he reiterated, yet again, that being referred to as the biblical Zacchaeus was not a problem to him. "Bora tujenge Kenya hii; watu wapate manyumba, tuwe na universal health coverage na watoto wetu wapate ajira, Zakayo ni jina tuendele mbele." A section of disgruntled Kenyans compared his tax measures to that of biblical Zacchaeus, who was a tax collector in Jericho. I will continue to do the right thing for our country irrespective of the names people call me including Zakayo," Ruto said.

Nairobi - Russia's electoral process like in many other countries, is a multi-step procedure that includes voting, counting, and declaration of results. President Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin casts his vote online in the Russian presidential election. Source: UGCIn Russia, the voting process takes place over three days, with the extended period aimed at accommodating the country's vast geographical expanse. In a departure from the traditional one-day voting period, Russia adopted a three-day voting period for its presidential elections. The voting process is by secret ballot whereby voters head to designated voting stations and cast their votes to ensure vote secrecy.

South Sudan is bracing itself for a heatwave, with temperatures expected to soar to 45°C. Schools are expected to close during the week, with government officials warning parents to prevent their children from playing outside. South Sudan on Saturday said it would close schools and told children not to play outside as temperatures were set to soar to an exceptional 45 degrees Celsius. ALSO READ | World's worst humanitarian crisis looms as Sudan war nears year mark, says WFPEpisodes of drought and increasingly extreme rainfall are adding to already difficult living conditions in South Sudan, which has been plagued by violence and economic instability since it declared independence from Sudan in 2011. South Sudan has also endured persistent natural disasters, famine, economic collapse and communal conflict.

Future of TikTok and Israel-Hamas War on Face The Nation Margaret Brennan will tackle the bill that would stop TikTok from operation in the US, along with the ongoing of the Israel-Hamas War.

President William Ruto disclosed on Saturday, March 16, that Kenyans already enlisted in the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) will undergo fresh registration to access benefits under the country's new universal healthcare initiative. In a public address, President Ruto outlined plans for a comprehensive registration campaign to be spearheaded by the Ministry of Health, under the leadership of Cabinet Secretary Susan Nakhumicha. Photo NHIFSpeaking during the commissioning of the Kyogong—Kapkesosio— Sigor—Longisa Road tarmacking project in Chepalungu, Bomet County, President Ruto assured citizens that the upcoming registration drive would leave no one behind. The ministry will announce how you shall register afresh," President Ruto affirmed, emphasizing the government's commitment to ensuring equitable access to healthcare. No Kenyan will have to sell his property to pay medical bills," President Ruto reassured, highlighting the government's commitment to addressing critical health needs.

A senior police officer who was found dead in a hotel in Washington DC while on a mission to plan the deployment of Kenyan police in Haiti was Friday buried at his home in Keroka, Nyamira County. Walter Nyamato Nyankieya, 38 was found dead in his room on February 13. He was among a team of officers sent to Washington for a meeting when he was found dead, his colleagues said. “We need to know what happened to our son," Philip Nyamato, the deceased's father said. “We have asked for a provisional report from the government on his death but they still haven't responded weeks after his passing."

It was a big night for Christopher Nolan’s biographical war film Oppenheimer, which won seven prizes, including Best Picture and Best Director. The film continued its winning streak by securing wins for Best Actor (Cillian Murphy), Best Supporting Actor (Robert Downey Junior), Best Cinematography, and Best Film Editing among others. Although Greta Gerwig’s Barbie came into the evening with eight nominations, it took home only one win- Original Song. LA Times reports: “The conversation on nominations morning in January was dominated instead by what “Barbie” wasn’t nominated for. Gerwig was left off the directing list, and Margot Robbie, the titular star, who also executive produced the film, wasn’t nominated for lead actress.

Miss Earth Queens: Miss Air, Natasha Mungai, Miss Fire, Faith Lukale and Miss Water, Cheryl Siso were crowned in 2023. Source: InstagramCrowned in the 2023 Miss Earth Kenya pageant, these models are not just faces of beauty but sustainability champions. The Miss Earth queens - representing Air, Earth, Water, and Fire - have embarked on green projects to protect the environment and benefit society. Miss Water 2023- Cherly SisoThis beauty leads initiatives to safeguard water bodies for marine life through beach cleanups. The journey begins with a two-week boot camp for 16 finalists, culminating in the crowning of four winners: Miss Earth, Miss Air, Miss Water, and Miss Fire.