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Kenyan single mothers in Saudi Arabia have been "trapped" in the country after being denied visas and birth certificates for their children in order to leave and return to their homeland.&nbsp;

Guardian spoke to five Kenyan women who explained their misery, saying that they have been unable to register the birth of their children as they were born outside marriage.&nbsp;

They said that they all fled abusive employers who then kept their identity documents.&nbsp;

The women complained that they have been trying to leave the country as their children are unable to get enrolled in schools in Saudi Arabia without the documents. They added that they have also been told that exit visas cannot be processed because they have "stateless" children.&nbsp;

In Saudi Arabia, having sex outside marriage is a crime as per the Islamic laws. However, the human rights groups said that women are disproportionately charged for this since resulting pregnancies are considered evidence.&nbsp;

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Moreover, survivors of rape or sex trafficking can be deemed to have confessed to extramarital sex and prosecuted.

Children born outside the marriage&nbsp;in Saudi Arabia are not entitled to birth certificates. Additionally, their undocumented status means that they cannot access basic rights and services, including medical care and education, and are also not allowed to travel outside the Kingdom.&nbsp;

These five women interviewed by Guardian shared that they had pregnancies during relationships with fellow migrant workers.&nbsp;

Hence, all these women became single mothers, meanwhile, some said that they were abandoned by their child's fathers because they feared getting arrested for having extramarital sex.&nbsp;

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Fatima, a migrant from Kenya who came to Saudi Arabia to be a domestic worker, said staff at her nearest hospital in the Saudi capital Riyadh threatened to call the police when she rushed there with labour pains, the Guardian reported.&nbsp;

“They said they would send me to jail if I didn’t bring [the necessary] documents. I was so afraid to go to jail with labour pains. I pretended like I was strolling around the hospital. Then, I just walked out of the gate and went back to my house," she said.&nbsp;

Fatima entered her accommodation in Riyadh, and gave birth to a son just five minutes after that. "I cut the umbilical cord and cleaned myself. I cleaned my baby and wrapped him in a blanket. It was scary, but I just had to do it. There was nobody else to help me.”

She added that she ran away from her employer's home because he was sexually assaulting her and was physically abusive. Moreover, the employer also seized her passport.&nbsp;

Moreover, she said that she has been trying to leave Saudi Arabia for the past two years because her son, who has now turned eight, has been unable to go to school.&nbsp;

“The authorities here are not too concerned about the babies and their mothers,” Fatima said.&nbsp;

Earlier in April, Fatima also staged a public protest in the Manfuhah neighbourhood in Riyadh, along with a group of other migrant mothers. However, protests are illegal in Saudi Arabia and punishable by imprisonment.&nbsp;

“We want our kids to go to school. They’re missing a lot in their early childhood education. It’s very important, and our babies are missing that opportunity.”

Meanwhile, migrant rights experts have estimated that the number of cases of stateless children born outside marriage in Gulf countries is in thousands, adding that every child has a right to identity and protection, regardless of how and when they were born.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Kenyan single mothers in Saudi Arabia have been "trapped" in the country after being denied visas and birth certificates for their children in order to leave and return to their homeland.

Kenyan single mothers in Saudi Arabia have been "trapped" in the country after being denied visas and birth certificates for their children in order to leave and return to their homeland. Guardian spoke to five Kenyan women who explained their misery, saying that they have been unable to register the birth of their children as they were born outside marriage. They said that they all fled abusive employers who then kept their identity documents. The women complained that they have been trying to leave the country as their children are unable to get enrolled in schools in Saudi Arabia without the documents. They added that they have also been told that exit visas cannot be processed because they have "stateless" children. In Saudi Arabia, having sex outside marriage is a crime as per the Islamic laws. However, the human rights groups said that women are disproportionately charged for this since resulting pregnancies are considered evidence. Also read: Saudi military chief visits Iran for rare high-level defence talks Moreover, survivors of rape or sex trafficking can be deemed to have confessed to extramarital sex and prosecuted. Children born outside the marriage in Saudi Arabia are not entitled to birth certificates. Additionally, their undocumented status means that they cannot access basic rights and services, including medical care and education, and are also not allowed to travel outside the Kingdom. These five women interviewed by Guardian shared that they had pregnancies during relationships with fellow migrant workers. Hence, all these women became single mothers, meanwhile, some said that they were abandoned by their child's fathers because they feared getting arrested for having extramarital sex. Watch | Saudi Arabia welcomes deal between Yemeni government, Houthis × Fatima, a migrant from Kenya who came to Saudi Arabia to be a domestic worker, said staff at her nearest hospital in the Saudi capital Riyadh threatened to call the police when she rushed there with labour pains, the Guardian reported. “They said they would send me to jail if I didn’t bring [the necessary] documents. I was so afraid to go to jail with labour pains. I pretended like I was strolling around the hospital. Then, I just walked out of the gate and went back to my house," she said. Fatima entered her accommodation in Riyadh, and gave birth to a son just five minutes after that. "I cut the umbilical cord and cleaned myself. I cleaned my baby and wrapped him in a blanket. It was scary, but I just had to do it. There was nobody else to help me.” She added that she ran away from her employer's home because he was sexually assaulting her and was physically abusive. Moreover, the employer also seized her passport. Moreover, she said that she has been trying to leave Saudi Arabia for the past two years because her son, who has now turned eight, has been unable to go to school. “The authorities here are not too concerned about the babies and their mothers,” Fatima said. Earlier in April, Fatima also staged a public protest in the Manfuhah neighbourhood in Riyadh, along with a group of other migrant mothers. However, protests are illegal in Saudi Arabia and punishable by imprisonment. “We want our kids to go to school. They’re missing a lot in their early childhood education. It’s very important, and our babies are missing that opportunity.” Meanwhile, migrant rights experts have estimated that the number of cases of stateless children born outside marriage in Gulf countries is in thousands, adding that every child has a right to identity and protection, regardless of how and when they were born. (With inputs from agencies)

Kenyan single mothers 'trapped' in Saudi Arabia as visas are denied to 'stateless' children

Kenya is initiating a plan to save the northern White Rhino and according to the Kenyan Wildlife service the plan that relies on assistant reproductive technologies will involve developing embryos in a laboratory using the stem cell techniques. Watch in for more details!

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A Kenyan woman has been arrested at Chennai airport on Tuesday (Dec 17) after it was found that she had ingested 90 capsules containing 1.4 kg cocaine worth more than ₹ 14 crore ($1.6 million). She was nabbed on December 7 when she arrived in Chennai from the Ethiopian capital Addis Ababa. 
In a statement, the customs department said, "Based on specific intelligence, a Kenyan female passenger who arrived in Chennai from Addis Ababa by Ethiopian Airlines on December 7 was intercepted by the Air Intelligence Unit. On search of her person, she egested 90 cylindrical hyperdense objects with medical assistance." 
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The statement further added, "These objects tested positive for cocaine, a psychotropic substance covered under the NDPS Act, 1985." 
The authorities further revealed that a total of 1.4 kg of cocaine was discovered from her. 
The woman has been taken into judicial custody. 
<h2>Air India crew arrested in gold smuggling </h2>
This comes after a similar incident occurred at the Chennai airport where a cabin crew of Air India was arrested for helping in smuggling 1.7 kg 24-carat gold. 
The authorities nabbed them when the crew member and a passenger were trying to smuggle the gold at the airport on Sunday (Dec 15). 
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The customs department said that the passenger had admitted handing over the gold to the crew member. 
"A search resulted in the recovery of gold in compound form, concealed in the undergarments of the cabin crew," the official said in a statement. 
Both have been taken into judicial custody. 
(With inputs from agencies)

In a statement, the customs department said, "Based on specific intelligence, a Kenyan female passenger who arrived in Chennai from Addis Ababa by Ethiopian Airlines on December 7 was intercepted by the Air Intelligence Unit.



Chennai A Kenyan woman has been arrested at Chennai airport on Tuesday (Dec 17) after it was found that she had ingested 90 capsules containing 1.4 kg cocaine worth more than ₹ 14 crore ($1.6 million). She was nabbed on December 7 when she arrived in Chennai from the Ethiopian capital Addis Ababa. In a statement, the customs department said, "Based on specific intelligence, a Kenyan female passenger who arrived in Chennai from Addis Ababa by Ethiopian Airlines on December 7 was intercepted by the Air Intelligence Unit. On search of her person, she egested 90 cylindrical hyperdense objects with medical assistance." Watch | France Fears Heavy Toll As Cyclone Chido Batters Mayotte The statement further added, "These objects tested positive for cocaine, a psychotropic substance covered under the NDPS Act, 1985." The authorities further revealed that a total of 1.4 kg of cocaine was discovered from her. The woman has been taken into judicial custody. Air India crew arrested in gold smuggling This comes after a similar incident occurred at the Chennai airport where a cabin crew of Air India was arrested for helping in smuggling 1.7 kg 24-carat gold. The authorities nabbed them when the crew member and a passenger were trying to smuggle the gold at the airport on Sunday (Dec 15). Also read | Bengaluru suicide case: Allahabad HC grants anticipatory bail to uncle of techie’s wife The customs department said that the passenger had admitted handing over the gold to the crew member. "A search resulted in the recovery of gold in compound form, concealed in the undergarments of the cabin crew," the official said in a statement. Both have been taken into judicial custody. (With inputs from agencies)

Kenyan woman ingests 90 capsules of cocaine worth $1.6 million, nabbed at Chennai airport

A Kenyan woman has been arrested at Chennai airport on Tuesday (Dec 17) after it was found that she had ingested 90 capsules containing 1.4 kg cocaine worth more than ₹ 14&nbsp;crore ($1.6 million). She was nabbed on December 7 when she arrived in Chennai from the Ethiopian capital Addis Ababa.&nbsp;

In a statement, the customs department said, "Based on specific intelligence, a Kenyan female passenger who arrived in Chennai from Addis Ababa by Ethiopian Airlines on December 7 was intercepted by the Air Intelligence Unit. On search of her person, she egested 90 cylindrical hyperdense objects with medical assistance."&nbsp;

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The statement further added, "These objects tested positive for cocaine, a psychotropic substance covered under the NDPS Act, 1985."&nbsp;

The authorities further revealed that a total of 1.4 kg of cocaine was discovered from her.&nbsp;

The woman has been taken into judicial custody.&nbsp;

<h2>Air India crew arrested in gold smuggling&nbsp;</h2>

This comes after a similar incident occurred at the Chennai airport where a cabin crew of Air India was arrested for helping in smuggling 1.7 kg 24-carat gold.&nbsp;

The authorities nabbed them when the crew member and a passenger were trying to smuggle the gold at the airport on Sunday (Dec 15).&nbsp;

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The customs department said that the passenger had admitted handing over the gold to the crew member.&nbsp;

"A search resulted in the recovery of gold in compound form, concealed in the undergarments of the cabin crew," the official said in a statement.&nbsp;

Both have been taken into judicial custody.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

&nbsp;

A Kenyan woman has been arrested at Chennai airport on Tuesday (Dec 17) after it was found that she had ingested 90 capsules containing 1.4 kg cocaine worth more than ₹ 14 crore ($1.

A Kenyan woman has been arrested at Chennai airport on Tuesday (Dec 17) after it was found that she had ingested 90 capsules containing 1.4 kg cocaine worth more than ₹ 14 crore ($1.6 million). She was nabbed on December 7 when she arrived in Chennai from the Ethiopian capital Addis Ababa. In a statement, the customs department said, "Based on specific intelligence, a Kenyan female passenger who arrived in Chennai from Addis Ababa by Ethiopian Airlines on December 7 was intercepted by the Air Intelligence Unit. On search of her person, she egested 90 cylindrical hyperdense objects with medical assistance." Watch | France Fears Heavy Toll As Cyclone Chido Batters Mayotte The statement further added, "These objects tested positive for cocaine, a psychotropic substance covered under the NDPS Act, 1985." The authorities further revealed that a total of 1.4 kg of cocaine was discovered from her. The woman has been taken into judicial custody. Air India crew arrested in gold smuggling This comes after a similar incident occurred at the Chennai airport where a cabin crew of Air India was arrested for helping in smuggling 1.7 kg 24-carat gold. The authorities nabbed them when the crew member and a passenger were trying to smuggle the gold at the airport on Sunday (Dec 15). Also read | Bengaluru suicide case: Allahabad HC grants anticipatory bail to uncle of techie’s wife The customs department said that the passenger had admitted handing over the gold to the crew member. "A search resulted in the recovery of gold in compound form, concealed in the undergarments of the cabin crew," the official said in a statement. Both have been taken into judicial custody. (With inputs from agencies)

Enterprising young Kenyan photographers & TikTokers use the streets of Nairobi's central business district to earn some cash, in a country where the UN estimates 67 percent of 15- to 34-year-olds are without a job.

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Kizza Besigye, a prominent Ugandan opposition politician was kidnapped during a book launch in Kenya, transferred to Uganda, and is being held at a military jail in Kampala. His wife is now worried that her husband will not be accorded justice by the military.

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Kenyan President William Ruto cancelled two deals with Adani Group worth about $2.6 billion over alleged corruption, hours after company founder Gautam Adani was charged by the US authorities in a separate bribery scheme.

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It was another successful Olympic year for Kenyan athletes in 2024 after they clinched not less than 11 medals at the Paris Games. As the nation continues to grow in athletics, the foundation of its success was led by Patrick Sang, who won a silver medal in the 1992 Barcelona Olympics in the 3000m steeplechase. The Kenyan great was recently back in the headlines when US sports writer Sarah Gearhart opened up about Sang’s life in her book 'We Share The Sun'.

WION exclusively spoke to Sarah about her experience working with Sang, who mentors some of the game's greats. Currently, Sang is working with Eliud Kipchoge, the 2016 and 2020 Olympic marathon champion who broke the marathon world record in 2018 and 2022.

Question: What inspired you to choose Patrick Sang?

Answer: There are so many coaches that I could have chosen to pursue a story like this, but as I said before, he was just really mysterious to me and I just wanted to know more. I think intuitively, as a writer, you kind of get this sense that there's something more here. I don't quite know what it is, but I know that I need to figure it out and understand

Question: You have been to Kenya watching a different country, how was the experience and how do people pursue sports there?

Answer: It was just drastically different from the way that the Western world lives. I mean you're kind of stripped down from all what we consider the comforts of our lives. And while I was based in Eaton and there were issues, I know the local runners had issues with water and sometimes they didn't have enough to eat and that is the reality and it's hard to see but they find a way to keep going and I found that really inspiring.

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Question: A nation struggling with facilities, how Kenya has been different for international athletes?

Answer: I was surprised by the amount of elite European athletes that came to train. I didn't really encounter many Americans during my four trips to Kenya but I will say that Eaton continues to evolve and develop as a training base for international athletes which I was actually quite surprised by. There's something that athletes really gravitate toward. It's a purity that you can't really replicate anywhere else in the world from what I've experienced. And I think that's what makes it really unique.

Gearhart’s book ‘We Share The Sun’ on the legendary Kenyan&nbsp;will be featured at the Ekamra Sports Literature Festival. The sixth edition is being held at the India Habitat Centre in New Delhi&nbsp;on Saturday (Nov 23) from 10:00 am&nbsp;local time.

It was another successful Olympic year for Kenyan athletes in 2024 after they clinched not less than 11 medals at the Paris Games. As the nation continues to grow in athletics, the foundation of its success was led by Patrick Sang, who won a silver medal in the 1992 Barcelona Olympics in the 3000m steeplechase.

It was another successful Olympic year for Kenyan athletes in 2024 after they clinched not less than 11 medals at the Paris Games. As the nation continues to grow in athletics, the foundation of its success was led by Patrick Sang, who won a silver medal in the 1992 Barcelona Olympics in the 3000m steeplechase. The Kenyan great was recently back in the headlines when US sports writer Sarah Gearhart opened up about Sang’s life in her book 'We Share The Sun'. WION exclusively spoke to Sarah about her experience working with Sang, who mentors some of the game's greats. Currently, Sang is working with Eliud Kipchoge, the 2016 and 2020 Olympic marathon champion who broke the marathon world record in 2018 and 2022. Question: What inspired you to choose Patrick Sang? Answer: There are so many coaches that I could have chosen to pursue a story like this, but as I said before, he was just really mysterious to me and I just wanted to know more. I think intuitively, as a writer, you kind of get this sense that there's something more here. I don't quite know what it is, but I know that I need to figure it out and understand Question: You have been to Kenya watching a different country, how was the experience and how do people pursue sports there? Answer: It was just drastically different from the way that the Western world lives. I mean you're kind of stripped down from all what we consider the comforts of our lives. And while I was based in Eaton and there were issues, I know the local runners had issues with water and sometimes they didn't have enough to eat and that is the reality and it's hard to see but they find a way to keep going and I found that really inspiring. ALSO READ | Ind vs Aus: Rishabh Pant smacks Pat Cummins for a jaw-dropping SIX on Day 1 of Perth Test - Watch Question: A nation struggling with facilities, how Kenya has been different for international athletes? Answer: I was surprised by the amount of elite European athletes that came to train. I didn't really encounter many Americans during my four trips to Kenya but I will say that Eaton continues to evolve and develop as a training base for international athletes which I was actually quite surprised by. There's something that athletes really gravitate toward. It's a purity that you can't really replicate anywhere else in the world from what I've experienced. And I think that's what makes it really unique. Gearhart’s book ‘We Share The Sun’ on the legendary Kenyan will be featured at the Ekamra Sports Literature Festival. The sixth edition is being held at the India Habitat Centre in New Delhi on Saturday (Nov 23) from 10:00 am local time.

Exclusive: Sarah Gearhart opens up on experience working with Kenyan legend Patrick Sang

Kenyan President William Ruto said on Thursday he had ordered the cancellation of a procurement process that had been expected to award control of the country's main airport to India's Adani Group after its founder was indicted in the United States.

Under the proposed deal to expand the main Nairobi airport, Adani was to add a second runway at the Jomo Kenyatta international airport and upgrade the passenger terminal.

"I have directed agencies within the ministry of transport and within the ministry of energy and petroleum to immediately cancel the ongoing procurement," Ruto said in his state of the nation address, attributing the decision to "new information provided by investigative agencies and partner nations".

An Adani Group firm had signed a 30-year, $736-million public-private partnership deal with the energy ministry last month to construct power transmission lines in a separate project.

Kenya's energy minister, Opiyo Wandayi, said on Thursday that there was no bribery or corruption involved in the award of the transmission lines contract.

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Ruto's announcement was met by applause from lawmakers present in parliament, where he gave his address.

Representatives from Adani Group did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

U.S. authorities alleged on Wednesday that Adani Group founder Gautam Adani, one of the world's richest people, and seven other defendants had agreed to pay about $265 million in bribes to Indian state government officials for getting projects.

The Adani Group denied the allegations and said in a statement that it would seek "all possible legal recourse".

The airport proposal was made public in July, after it was leaked on social media four months after it was made.

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In September, a Kenyan court temporarily blocked a proposed airport lease deal, which would have run for 30 years, in exchange for expanding it.

Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION&nbsp;audience. 
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Kenyan President William Ruto said on Thursday he had ordered the cancellation of a procurement process that had been expected to award control of the country's main airport to India's Adani Group after its founder was indicted in the United States.

Kenyan President William Ruto said on Thursday he had ordered the cancellation of a procurement process that had been expected to award control of the country's main airport to India's Adani Group after its founder was indicted in the United States. Under the proposed deal to expand the main Nairobi airport, Adani was to add a second runway at the Jomo Kenyatta international airport and upgrade the passenger terminal. "I have directed agencies within the ministry of transport and within the ministry of energy and petroleum to immediately cancel the ongoing procurement," Ruto said in his state of the nation address, attributing the decision to "new information provided by investigative agencies and partner nations". An Adani Group firm had signed a 30-year, $736-million public-private partnership deal with the energy ministry last month to construct power transmission lines in a separate project. Kenya's energy minister, Opiyo Wandayi, said on Thursday that there was no bribery or corruption involved in the award of the transmission lines contract. Also read: Gautam Adani charged in $250 million bribery scheme by US prosecutors Ruto's announcement was met by applause from lawmakers present in parliament, where he gave his address. Representatives from Adani Group did not immediately respond to a request for comment. U.S. authorities alleged on Wednesday that Adani Group founder Gautam Adani, one of the world's richest people, and seven other defendants had agreed to pay about $265 million in bribes to Indian state government officials for getting projects. The Adani Group denied the allegations and said in a statement that it would seek "all possible legal recourse". The airport proposal was made public in July, after it was leaked on social media four months after it was made. Also read: Major setback for Adani Group, SEBI issues notice as chairperson Buch faces scrutiny In September, a Kenyan court temporarily blocked a proposed airport lease deal, which would have run for 30 years, in exchange for expanding it. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Kenya president orders cancellation of airport, power deals with Adani group after US indictment

Kithure Kindiki has been sworn in as Kenya's new Deputy President, marking a significant milestone in the country’s political landscape. His appointment comes at a time of important national challenges, and Kindiki is expected to play a key role in the administration's efforts to address pressing issues and foster development across the nation.

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In the Adani group and Kenya deal the court is all set for the hearing. Listen in to WION's reporter, Kingsley Oluoko from Nairobi in Kenya, for all the updates in the Adani Deal hearing.

Kenya's Court Sets Up A Hearing On Adani Deal

Kenya's high court on Friday suspended a $736 million deal between a state utility and India's Adani Energy Solutions to build and operate power infrastructure including transmission lines.

The public-private partnership agreement between state-owned Kenya Electrical Transmission Company (KETRACO) and Adani Energy Solutions was signed earlier this month.

On Oct. 11 the energy ministry said it would help address persistent power blackouts and support economic growth.

The high court said the government could not move ahead with the 30-year agreement with Adani Energy Solutions until the court makes a determination on a case brought by Law Society of Kenya challenging the deal.

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The law society has argued that the power deal is "a constitutional sham" and "tainted with secrecy".

The law society also said KETRACO and Adani Energy Solutions did not carry out meaningful public participation around the project, a requirement under Kenya's Public Private Partnerships Act of 2021 which allows private sector development of public projects.&nbsp;

The energy ministry said previously that it had run a competitive bidding process.

A spokesperson for Adani Group did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

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The Adani Group, founded by Indian billionaire Gautam Adani, sparked anger in Kenya recently for another proposed public-private partnership project to lease the country's main airport for 30 years in exchange for expanding it.&nbsp;

The Law Society of Kenya, along with the Kenya Human Rights Commission, has also challenged the proposed airport deal in court, saying it is unaffordable, threatens job losses and does not offer value for money.

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Kenya's high court on Friday suspended a $736 million deal between a state utility and India's Adani Energy Solutions to build and operate power infrastructure including transmission lines.

Kenya's high court on Friday suspended a $736 million deal between a state utility and India's Adani Energy Solutions to build and operate power infrastructure including transmission lines. The public-private partnership agreement between state-owned Kenya Electrical Transmission Company (KETRACO) and Adani Energy Solutions was signed earlier this month. On Oct. 11 the energy ministry said it would help address persistent power blackouts and support economic growth. The high court said the government could not move ahead with the 30-year agreement with Adani Energy Solutions until the court makes a determination on a case brought by Law Society of Kenya challenging the deal. Also read | Brazil locks $30bn compensation deal with BHP, Vale over 2015 Mariana dam collapse The law society has argued that the power deal is "a constitutional sham" and "tainted with secrecy". The law society also said KETRACO and Adani Energy Solutions did not carry out meaningful public participation around the project, a requirement under Kenya's Public Private Partnerships Act of 2021 which allows private sector development of public projects. The energy ministry said previously that it had run a competitive bidding process. A spokesperson for Adani Group did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Also read | Major setback for Adani Group, SEBI issues notice as chairperson Buch faces scrutiny The Adani Group, founded by Indian billionaire Gautam Adani, sparked anger in Kenya recently for another proposed public-private partnership project to lease the country's main airport for 30 years in exchange for expanding it. The Law Society of Kenya, along with the Kenya Human Rights Commission, has also challenged the proposed airport deal in court, saying it is unaffordable, threatens job losses and does not offer value for money. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Kenyan court suspends $736 million Adani power line deal

Kenya's senate voted to dismiss Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua from office by impeachment on five out of 11 charges levelled against him on Thursday, in an unprecedented move that risks pushing the country towards a political crisis.

The National Assembly voted last week to impeach Gachagua, who helped President William Ruto win an election two years ago but has been assailed by allies of the president over alleged disloyalty and a series of provocative public comments.

Fifty-four out of 67 senators voted to dismiss Gachagua on the first count of "gross violation of the constitution", more than the two-thirds majority required under the law, making him the first Kenyan president or deputy president forced from office by impeachment.

"Accordingly, His Excellency Rigathi Gachagua... ceases to hold office," said Senate Speaker Amason Kingi.

The process, however, is unlikely to stop there. Gachagua has filed several petitions challenging the push to oust him, and the chief justice has appointed a panel of three judges to examine them.

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Gachagua, who has denied the allegations, had been due to defend himself against the charges in the Senate on Thursday afternoon ahead of the vote.

When he failed to show up, his lawyer Paul Muite said the deputy president had been hospitalised with intense chest pains, urging the Senate to pause proceedings for a couple of days.

But the senate declined to do so, prompting Gachagua's legal team to leave the chambers in protest.

Dan Gikonyo, a doctor treating Gachagua, told reporters the deputy president was admitted to a Nairobi hospital with heart trouble on Thursday afternoon, but was now stable and would likely have to remain in hospital for 24-72 hours.

Some senators questioned the decision to proceed with the vote, despite Gachagua's absence.

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"We are to try a man in hospital because the only crime that Rigathi Gachagua has committed is a political crime, so he has to be removed out of the way, whatever it will take," said Senator John Methu.

But Senator Moses Otieno Kajwang defended the move to impeach Gachagua, saying, "we must drain the swamp".

<h2>RISKS FOR RUTO</h2>

Ruto, who has fallen out with Gachagua in recent months, has not commented on the proceedings, but could face a public backlash following the impeachment, political analysts said.

Many Kenyans view the impeachment process as politically motivated, and a distraction from the aftermath of the deadly anti-tax protests in June and July that exposed deep discontent with government policies and alleged corruption.

The hearings, which have involved in-depth scrutiny of Gachagua's finances, could boomerang back at Ruto, said Karuti Kanyinga, a professor at the University of Nairobi's Institute for Development Studies.

"We are going to hear people demanding that the same thing that has been done on Gachagua be done to the president," Kanyinga said.

Gachagua, who has previously called the impeachment process a political lynching based on falsehoods, had been due to respond to a litany of accusations laid out on Wednesday by lawmaker Mwengi Mutuse, who accused him of inciting ethnic hatred.

Mutuse also accused Gachagua of acquiring properties worth over $40 million since becoming deputy president, despite reporting a net worth of only around $6 million before entering office.

Elisha Ongoya, a member of Gachagua's legal team, said the allegations lacked evidence and were based on speculation.

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Kenya's senate voted to dismiss Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua from office by impeachment on five out of 11 charges levelled against him on Thursday, in an unprecedented move that risks pushing the country towards a political crisis.

Kenya's senate voted to dismiss Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua from office by impeachment on five out of 11 charges levelled against him on Thursday, in an unprecedented move that risks pushing the country towards a political crisis. The National Assembly voted last week to impeach Gachagua, who helped President William Ruto win an election two years ago but has been assailed by allies of the president over alleged disloyalty and a series of provocative public comments. Fifty-four out of 67 senators voted to dismiss Gachagua on the first count of "gross violation of the constitution", more than the two-thirds majority required under the law, making him the first Kenyan president or deputy president forced from office by impeachment. "Accordingly, His Excellency Rigathi Gachagua... ceases to hold office," said Senate Speaker Amason Kingi. The process, however, is unlikely to stop there. Gachagua has filed several petitions challenging the push to oust him, and the chief justice has appointed a panel of three judges to examine them. Also Read | Hezbollah to escalate war with Israel after killing of Hamas leader Sinwar Gachagua, who has denied the allegations, had been due to defend himself against the charges in the Senate on Thursday afternoon ahead of the vote. When he failed to show up, his lawyer Paul Muite said the deputy president had been hospitalised with intense chest pains, urging the Senate to pause proceedings for a couple of days. But the senate declined to do so, prompting Gachagua's legal team to leave the chambers in protest. Dan Gikonyo, a doctor treating Gachagua, told reporters the deputy president was admitted to a Nairobi hospital with heart trouble on Thursday afternoon, but was now stable and would likely have to remain in hospital for 24-72 hours. Some senators questioned the decision to proceed with the vote, despite Gachagua's absence. Also Read | IDF troops did not have intel Hamas chief Sinwar was hiding in Gaza building "We are to try a man in hospital because the only crime that Rigathi Gachagua has committed is a political crime, so he has to be removed out of the way, whatever it will take," said Senator John Methu. But Senator Moses Otieno Kajwang defended the move to impeach Gachagua, saying, "we must drain the swamp". RISKS FOR RUTO Ruto, who has fallen out with Gachagua in recent months, has not commented on the proceedings, but could face a public backlash following the impeachment, political analysts said. Many Kenyans view the impeachment process as politically motivated, and a distraction from the aftermath of the deadly anti-tax protests in June and July that exposed deep discontent with government policies and alleged corruption. The hearings, which have involved in-depth scrutiny of Gachagua's finances, could boomerang back at Ruto, said Karuti Kanyinga, a professor at the University of Nairobi's Institute for Development Studies. "We are going to hear people demanding that the same thing that has been done on Gachagua be done to the president," Kanyinga said. Gachagua, who has previously called the impeachment process a political lynching based on falsehoods, had been due to respond to a litany of accusations laid out on Wednesday by lawmaker Mwengi Mutuse, who accused him of inciting ethnic hatred. Mutuse also accused Gachagua of acquiring properties worth over $40 million since becoming deputy president, despite reporting a net worth of only around $6 million before entering office. Elisha Ongoya, a member of Gachagua's legal team, said the allegations lacked evidence and were based on speculation. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Kenyan Senate impeaches deputy president Rigathi Gachagua over 'corruption'

Kenya's High Court has suspended the Senate’s impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. Watch in for more details!

Kenya: High Court Suspends Gachagua's Impeachment Process Till October 24

Kenyan President William Ruto has appointed a new deputy president following the impeachment of Rigathi Gachagua. The decision comes after Gachagua's removal from office, marking a significant political shift. The newly appointed deputy president is expected to help stabilize the administration and address ongoing governance challenges.

Kenya's Ruto Appoints New Deputy President After Gachagua's Impeachment

Kenya's President William Ruto nominated Interior Minister Kithure Kindiki as his new deputy on Friday, hours after the Senate voted to impeach the last man in the job, Rigathi Gachagua.

Ruto's nomination of a close ally - who still needs to be approved by parliament - comes after a period of political turmoil, mass protests and the first removal of a Kenyan deputy president by impeachment.

"I have received a message from ... the president, regarding the nomination of Professor Kithure Kindiki to fill the vacancy which has occurred in the office," Speaker Moses Wetang'ula said in the National Assembly.

Gachagua was impeached on five out of 11 charges including gross violation of the constitution and stirring ethnic hatred - accusations that he denied and dismissed as politically motivated.

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He backed Ruto in his 2022 election win and helped secure a large block of votes from the populous central Kenya region. But in recent months, Gachagua has spoken of being sidelined, amid widespread reports in local media signalling a rift with Ruto as political alliances shifted.

Kindiki was a top contender to be Ruto's running mate during the 2022 election and was appointed interior minister shortly after the president took office in September that year.

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The interior ministry includes oversight of the police. Rights groups have accused the police of using excessive force during protests earlier this year that called for the withdrawal of now-shelved finance law and reforms to tackle corruption.

Appearing before parliament in September, Kindiki said police acted within the law and that the government did not engage in extrajudicial killings or abductions.

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Kenya's President William Ruto nominated Interior Minister Kithure Kindiki as his new deputy on Friday, hours after the Senate voted to impeach the last man in the job, Rigathi Gachagua.

Kenya's President William Ruto nominated Interior Minister Kithure Kindiki as his new deputy on Friday, hours after the Senate voted to impeach the last man in the job, Rigathi Gachagua. Ruto's nomination of a close ally - who still needs to be approved by parliament - comes after a period of political turmoil, mass protests and the first removal of a Kenyan deputy president by impeachment. "I have received a message from ... the president, regarding the nomination of Professor Kithure Kindiki to fill the vacancy which has occurred in the office," Speaker Moses Wetang'ula said in the National Assembly. Gachagua was impeached on five out of 11 charges including gross violation of the constitution and stirring ethnic hatred - accusations that he denied and dismissed as politically motivated. Also Read | AI-generated child sex abuse images, videos rising at alarming levels, warn internet watchdogs He backed Ruto in his 2022 election win and helped secure a large block of votes from the populous central Kenya region. But in recent months, Gachagua has spoken of being sidelined, amid widespread reports in local media signalling a rift with Ruto as political alliances shifted. Kindiki was a top contender to be Ruto's running mate during the 2022 election and was appointed interior minister shortly after the president took office in September that year. Also Read | Several euthanasia deaths in Canada driven by isolation, homelessness: Reports The interior ministry includes oversight of the police. Rights groups have accused the police of using excessive force during protests earlier this year that called for the withdrawal of now-shelved finance law and reforms to tackle corruption. Appearing before parliament in September, Kindiki said police acted within the law and that the government did not engage in extrajudicial killings or abductions. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Kenya President Ruto chooses interior minister Kithure Kindiki as deputy prez after Gachagua's impeachment

Kenya’s deputy president, who faces impeachment, pleaded not guilty Wednesday to all allegations including corruption. Watch for more details!

Kenya: Senate Announces 11 Charges, Deputy President Pleads 'Not Guilty'

Impeachment proceedings against Kenya's deputy president are constitutional, a court said on Wednesday, clearing the way for the Senate to hold hearings and vote on his dismissal this week.

Kenya's National Assembly voted on Tuesday last week to impeach the deputy president, Rigathi Gachagua, on 11 charges which included corruption, undermining the government and stirring ethnic hatred. Gachagua has denied all charges.

Gachagua has said the impeachment motion, backed by opposition lawmakers and allies of President William Ruto, was based on falsehoods that constituted a political lynching, according to court documents seen by Reuters.

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He launched an appeal in the high court, but Judge Erick Ogolla said the process could go ahead.

"At this stage, the process is a lawful, constitutional process, and the Senate will conduct a trial where all the issues being raised before the court will be raised and determined at the moment," the judge said in court.

The deputy president was Ruto's running mate in their 2022 election win, helping secure vital votes from the populous central Kenya region. But the men have since fallen out and political alliances have shifted.

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Ruto fired most of his cabinet and appointed members of the opposition to what he called a unity government after nationwide protests against tax increases in which more than 50 people were killed.

The Senate is expected to hold hearings on Wednesday and vote on Thursday. A two-thirds majority would be needed to dismiss Gachagua.

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Impeachment proceedings against Kenya's deputy president are constitutional, a court said on Wednesday, clearing the way for the Senate to hold hearings and vote on his dismissal this week.

Impeachment proceedings against Kenya's deputy president are constitutional, a court said on Wednesday, clearing the way for the Senate to hold hearings and vote on his dismissal this week. Kenya's National Assembly voted on Tuesday last week to impeach the deputy president, Rigathi Gachagua, on 11 charges which included corruption, undermining the government and stirring ethnic hatred. Gachagua has denied all charges. Gachagua has said the impeachment motion, backed by opposition lawmakers and allies of President William Ruto, was based on falsehoods that constituted a political lynching, according to court documents seen by Reuters. Also Read | Trump claims Democrats 'stole' election nomination from Biden: 'Like candy from a baby' He launched an appeal in the high court, but Judge Erick Ogolla said the process could go ahead. "At this stage, the process is a lawful, constitutional process, and the Senate will conduct a trial where all the issues being raised before the court will be raised and determined at the moment," the judge said in court. The deputy president was Ruto's running mate in their 2022 election win, helping secure vital votes from the populous central Kenya region. But the men have since fallen out and political alliances have shifted. Also Read | Joe Biden said ‘18 of the 19 people who work for Netanyahu are liars' in major revelation Ruto fired most of his cabinet and appointed members of the opposition to what he called a unity government after nationwide protests against tax increases in which more than 50 people were killed. The Senate is expected to hold hearings on Wednesday and vote on Thursday. A two-thirds majority would be needed to dismiss Gachagua. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Court says impeachment proceedings against Kenya deputy president are constitutional

Kenya has appealed for urgent financial support from the international community to sustain a police deployment in Haiti, which has been extended by a year. The multinational security mission, which began in June, is helping fight gangs controlling much of the capital, Port-au-Prince, and nearby areas.

Kenya's President Makes Urgent Cash Call For Haiti Mission

Round-up of top and latest news from the world of technology: - Portable ultrasound devices bring life-saving care to Kenya's remote villages - India second largest supplier of restricted technology to Russia - India to train 12,000 girls in space technology

Portable Ultrasound Devices Bring Life-Saving Care To Kenya's Remote Villages

Ruth Chepngetich of Kenya obliterated the women's world record by almost two minutes Sunday as she won the Chicago Marathon in 2:09:56, taking inspiration from the late Kelvin Kiptum.

The 30-year-old Chepngetich, who became the first three-time women's winner of the Chicago race, broke the previous world record of 2:11:53 set by Ethiopia's Tigst Assefa last year in Berlin.

"I feel so great, I'm proud of myself. This is my dream that has come true," said Chepngetich, the 2019 world marathon champion. "I've fought a lot, thinking about the world record and I have fulfilled it."

Chepngetich, who also won in Chicago in 2021 and 2022, dedicated her latest victory to Kiptum, who set the men's world record at last year's race just four months before he died in a car accident at the age of 24.

"The world record has come back to Kenya, and I dedicate this world record to Kelvin Kiptum," said Chepngetich.

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Runners observed a moment's silence on the start line in honour of Kiptum. Organisers also handed out stickers displaying Kiptum's record-breaking time of 2:00:35 for the 50,000 participants to put on their race bibs.

In the absence of Olympic champion Sifan Hassan, the 2023 Chicago winner, Chepngetich set a blazing early pace and reached the halfway point in 1:04:16, the fifth-quickest time in history for a half marathon by a woman.

"The weather was perfect and I was well prepared. The world record was in my mind," said Chepngetich, runner-up to Hassan 12 months ago.

Ethiopian Sutume Kebede, a former training partner of Kiptum's, battled valiantly to stay within sight of Chepngetich but gradually lost ground on the leader.

At one point, Chepngetich was on track to shave more than three minutes off the world record. She slowed slightly in the closing kilometres but still had plenty in the tank and beat her own personal best by four-plus minutes, which she had clocked when winning the race two years ago.

Kebede came second on Sunday in 2:17:32, with Kenyan Irine Cheptai third in 2:17:52.

Joyciline Jepkosgei, a former winner in London and New York, struggled to keep up early on and trailed home a distant fifth (2:20:51).

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Ruth Chepngetich of Kenya obliterated the women's world record by almost two minutes Sunday as she won the Chicago Marathon in 2:09:56, taking inspiration from the late Kelvin Kiptum.

Ruth Chepngetich of Kenya obliterated the women's world record by almost two minutes Sunday as she won the Chicago Marathon in 2:09:56, taking inspiration from the late Kelvin Kiptum. The 30-year-old Chepngetich, who became the first three-time women's winner of the Chicago race, broke the previous world record of 2:11:53 set by Ethiopia's Tigst Assefa last year in Berlin. "I feel so great, I'm proud of myself. This is my dream that has come true," said Chepngetich, the 2019 world marathon champion. "I've fought a lot, thinking about the world record and I have fulfilled it." Chepngetich, who also won in Chicago in 2021 and 2022, dedicated her latest victory to Kiptum, who set the men's world record at last year's race just four months before he died in a car accident at the age of 24. "The world record has come back to Kenya, and I dedicate this world record to Kelvin Kiptum," said Chepngetich. ALSO READ: Nations League: Spain’s Lamine Yamal to miss Serbia tie with muscle strain Runners observed a moment's silence on the start line in honour of Kiptum. Organisers also handed out stickers displaying Kiptum's record-breaking time of 2:00:35 for the 50,000 participants to put on their race bibs. In the absence of Olympic champion Sifan Hassan, the 2023 Chicago winner, Chepngetich set a blazing early pace and reached the halfway point in 1:04:16, the fifth-quickest time in history for a half marathon by a woman. "The weather was perfect and I was well prepared. The world record was in my mind," said Chepngetich, runner-up to Hassan 12 months ago. Ethiopian Sutume Kebede, a former training partner of Kiptum's, battled valiantly to stay within sight of Chepngetich but gradually lost ground on the leader. At one point, Chepngetich was on track to shave more than three minutes off the world record. She slowed slightly in the closing kilometres but still had plenty in the tank and beat her own personal best by four-plus minutes, which she had clocked when winning the race two years ago. Kebede came second on Sunday in 2:17:32, with Kenyan Irine Cheptai third in 2:17:52. Joyciline Jepkosgei, a former winner in London and New York, struggled to keep up early on and trailed home a distant fifth (2:20:51). Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Kenya’s Ruth Chepngetich shatters women’s world record to win Chicago Marathon

Lawmakers in Kenya have voted to impeach Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua for abuse of office. Gachagua faces a host of charges from lawmakers including corruption. Watch for more details!

Kenya Lawmakers Vote Overwhelming to Impeach Deputy President Gachagua

Nelson Amenya, the whistleblower who exposed the news of Indian conglomerate, Adani Group, taking over the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) in Nairobi, fears for his life in light of the recent events.&nbsp;

In July this year, Amenya shared the documents revealing that the Adani Group, led by founder Gautam Adani, had been in talks to lease JKIA for 30 years.&nbsp;The talks were reportedly held in total secrecy and apparently with no effort to invite other bids.

"They didn't want it public because of the terms. Adani wanted to keep 18 per cent equity in the airport even after the 30-year lease -- this is crazy," Amenya was quoted as saying by AFP.

Amenya said he only agreed to expose the deal because he is currently studying in France but that does not mean he is safe.&nbsp;

"I know I'm not safe and I could potentially be taken out at any moment in France.&nbsp;You're talking about a $2-billion deal and you don't know how much has changed hands to reach this stage," he said.&nbsp;

Amenya said the deal would not have been made public until it was already signed, had he not exposed it first.

"It was the right time to do it because they were just about to sign the commercial agreement and move into the project-development stage."

Notably, soon after his expose,&nbsp;Kenya's Directorate of Criminal Investigations wrote to a carbon credit firm he co-founded, accusing them of selling fake cryptocurrency.

"We don't sell crypto, we don't transact on our website at all," clarified&nbsp;Amenya when quizzed about the accusations.&nbsp;

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<h2>Protests against the lease deal</h2>

Last month, thousands of passengers at JKIA were left stranded after Kenya Aviation Authority (KAA) workers went on a strike.&nbsp;

Kenya Aviation Workers Union said the strike was meant to pressurise the central government to scrap the plan to lease the airport to Adani Group for 30 years in exchange for a $1.85 billion investment.

However, the strike was called off a day later after&nbsp;Francis Atwoli, secretary general of the Central Organisation of Trade Unions (COTU), said the government had come up with an agreement and the plan would only move forward with the union’s approval.

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<h2>Why the protests?</h2>

The union as well as critics of the move argue that Adani Group's takeover would lead to job losses for local staff and rob taxpayers of future airport profits.

The strikes were first planned in August but delayed multiple times to allow for negotiations.&nbsp;The Kenyan&nbsp;government has reasoned that the airport is operating above capacity and needs modernising but that it is not for sale. According to reports, Adani would add a second runway and upgrade the passenger terminal.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Nelson Amenya, the whistleblower who exposed the news of Indian conglomerate, Adani Group, taking over the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) in Nairobi, fears for his life in light of the recent events.

Nelson Amenya, the whistleblower who exposed the news of Indian conglomerate, Adani Group, taking over the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) in Nairobi, fears for his life in light of the recent events. In July this year, Amenya shared the documents revealing that the Adani Group, led by founder Gautam Adani, had been in talks to lease JKIA for 30 years. The talks were reportedly held in total secrecy and apparently with no effort to invite other bids. "They didn't want it public because of the terms. Adani wanted to keep 18 per cent equity in the airport even after the 30-year lease -- this is crazy," Amenya was quoted as saying by AFP. Amenya said he only agreed to expose the deal because he is currently studying in France but that does not mean he is safe. "I know I'm not safe and I could potentially be taken out at any moment in France. You're talking about a $2-billion deal and you don't know how much has changed hands to reach this stage," he said. Amenya said the deal would not have been made public until it was already signed, had he not exposed it first. "It was the right time to do it because they were just about to sign the commercial agreement and move into the project-development stage." Notably, soon after his expose, Kenya's Directorate of Criminal Investigations wrote to a carbon credit firm he co-founded, accusing them of selling fake cryptocurrency. "We don't sell crypto, we don't transact on our website at all," clarified Amenya when quizzed about the accusations. Watch | Kenya: Thousands Mourn Children Killed in School Fire × Protests against the lease deal Last month, thousands of passengers at JKIA were left stranded after Kenya Aviation Authority (KAA) workers went on a strike. Kenya Aviation Workers Union said the strike was meant to pressurise the central government to scrap the plan to lease the airport to Adani Group for 30 years in exchange for a $1.85 billion investment. However, the strike was called off a day later after Francis Atwoli, secretary general of the Central Organisation of Trade Unions (COTU), said the government had come up with an agreement and the plan would only move forward with the union’s approval. Also read | Kenya workers protesting against proposed takeover by India's Adani Group end strike Why the protests? The union as well as critics of the move argue that Adani Group's takeover would lead to job losses for local staff and rob taxpayers of future airport profits. The strikes were first planned in August but delayed multiple times to allow for negotiations. The Kenyan government has reasoned that the airport is operating above capacity and needs modernising but that it is not for sale. According to reports, Adani would add a second runway and upgrade the passenger terminal. (With inputs from agencies)

Kenyan airport whistleblower who exposed India's Adani Group, fears for his life

Kenya's political landscape is witnessing a growing Rift between President William Ruto and his number two. In a dramatic turn of events several lawmakers have set the push in motion to impeach Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. Gachagua has been accused of undermining the government. Watch in for more details!

Kenya: Lawmakers Move To Impeach Dy President Rigathi Gachagua

A Bloomberg report quotes sources showing Kenya is in talks for a 1.5 billion dollar loan from Abu Dhabi. This is to help bridge the east African nation's budget-financing gap. Watch to know more.

Kenya in Talks for $1.5 Bn Abu Dhabi Loan

A Bloomberg report quoting sources showed Kenya is in talks for a 1.5 billion dollar loan from Abu Dhabi. This is to help bridge the east African nation's budget-financing gap. Watch to know more.

Abu Dhabi To Help Bridge Kenya's Budget-Financing Gap

Thousands of mourners packed a stadium in central Kenya to hold a memorial service for 21 boys killed in a school dormitory fire this month. Watch in for more details!

Kenya: Thousands Mourn Children Who Died In School Fire

Kenya: Thousands Mourn Children Killed in School Fire

Kenyan President William Ruto recently travelled to Germany and inked deal. But the deal signing is not the bone of contention for Kenyans, one of the complaints that ignited the gen z protests was the president's overseas trips that were seen as wasteful. Their concern is nothing has changed.

Kenyans urge their President Ruto to reduce overseas trips

Berlin has agreed to allow skilled and semi-skilled Kenyan workers into Germany in a controlled and targeted labour migration deal. Kenya is struggling with increasing difficulties in providing work and sufficient income for its young professionals, while Germany is facing a shortage of skilled labour.

Germany-Kenya labour deal: Germany to open doors for Kenyan workers

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