Trump’s 50% Tariffs on India for Buying Russian Oil Take Effect
Trump’s 50% Tariffs on India for Buying Russian Oil Take Effect On August 27, 2025, the United States implemented a 50% tariff on many Indian imports, effective from 12:01 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time for goods entered or withdrawn for consumption. The Trump administration argued the tariff hikes punish India's purchases of Russian oil, with the Department of Homeland Security...
African Solar Imports from China Surge 60% in Energy Boom
African Solar Imports from China Surge 60% in Energy Boom On August 26, 2025, Ember's analysis revealed that Africa's solar panel imports increased by 60% to 15,032 MW in the 12 months to June 2025, primarily driven by China's solar panel manufacturers. Rising diesel prices, unreliable national grids and supportive policies spurred demand for cheaper solar alternatives, with 20 countries setting...
Naledi Pandor Says ANC Has “Lost Its Glory” As South Africans Look With “Horror And Shame”
Naledi Pandor Says ANC Has “Lost Its Glory” As South Africans Look With “Horror And Shame” Former International Relations and Cooperation Minister, Naledi Pandor, has delivered a strong warning to the African National Congress (ANC), declaring that the once-revered liberation movement has “lost its glory.” Speaking during a memorial lecture on Sunday, Pandor said South Africans now view the ANC with...
Masaka Arrest Turns Chaotic as Suspect Bites Officer
The police mission in Masaka village turned violent. Police officers in Masaka village, Mbooni, faced resistance during an arrest mission on Monday. The suspect they targeted was wanted for housebreaking. However, trouble started when relatives allegedly stepped in to stop the officers. During the struggle, Constable Dominic Langat was bitten on the right palm, leaving him with serious injuries. His fellow...
Ruto Appoints 18-Member Panel to Oversee Compensation of Protest Victims
Panel chaired by Prof. Makau Mutua, with Faith Odhiambo Mony as vice chair. President William Ruto has constituted an 18-member panel of experts to oversee the long-awaited compensation of victims of demonstrations and protests dating back to 2017. The appointments were formalised in a Gazette notice dated August 25. The panel will be chaired by Prof. Makau Mutua, the President’s senior advisor...
Colonel Mustafa’s Surprise Proposal to Noti Flow Ends in Painful Rejection on Live TV
Colonel Mustafa proposed to Noti Flow live on Oga Obinna’s show. Veteran rapper Colonel Mustafa thought he was making the ultimate romantic statement.During comedian Oga Obinna’s live show, he went down on one knee and proposed to fellow entertainer Noti Flow. The host, audience, and even Noti Flow were left stunned by the unexpected gesture. Despite their past romance and recent...
Borussia Dortmund Seal £24m Deal for Chelsea’s Carney Chukwuemeka
Borussia Dortmund sign Carney Chukwuemeka from Chelsea on a five-year deal worth around £24m. Borussia Dortmund have confirmed the signing of England youth international Carney Chukwuemeka from Chelsea. The midfielder, who spent the second half of last season on loan at Dortmund, joins permanently on a five-year contract.The deal is valued at about £24m. Chukwuemeka’s departure adds to Chelsea’s major summer clear-out,...
SHA Suspends 45 Health Facilities Over Fraud Across 18 Counties
45 hospitals suspended by the Social Health Authority over fraud, spread across 18 counties. The Social Health Authority (SHA) has suspended 45 health facilities across 18 counties, blocking them from accessing benefits under the national health insurance scheme. Chief Executive Officer Mercy Mwangangi announced the suspension in a Gazette notice dated Tuesday, August 26. “The facilities listed in the schedule shall not...
Mother, stepfather arrested after 11-year-old gives birth at home
Mother, stepfather arrested after 11-year-old gives birth at home An 11-year-old Oklahoma girl’s mother and stepfather are jailed on felony neglect charges after the youngster gave birth at home with no medical or prenatal care, prosecutors said Sunday. The parents told police they had no idea the child was pregnant for the 36 weeks before she delivered a full-term baby on...
Lil Nas X pleads not guilty to felony charges of assaulting police
Lil Nas X pleads not guilty to felony charges of assaulting police Rapper Lil Nas X, whose legal name is Montero Lamar Hill, has pleaded not guilty to charges of injuring a police officer and resisting arrest during an incident in Los Angeles. Lil Nas X faces three counts of battery with injury on a police officer and one count...
