The East African Press Councils (EAPC) stated on Sunday, June 28, 2026, and called for the de-escalation of hostility between the media and governments in the EAC region. EAPC said the increased public intimidation and profiling of journalists and media by the powerful state perpetuates fear among those in the profession and motivates self-censorship of
Authorities have charged two suspects, a Kenyan and a Tanzanian national, with trafficking cannabis valued at over Ksh 10 million following a multi-agency operation targeting cross-border drug networks. The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) approved charges against Paul Ogolla Ogutu, also known as Ogola, and Emmanuel Ndoro Chaka, alias Ndoro, a Tanzanian truck driver. Investigators
Controversial media personality Andrew Kibe has criticised fellow media personality Dr Ofweneke after an episode of the Lessons at 30 podcast featuring him was deleted. Reacting to the move on social media on Saturday, June 27 2026, Kibe claimed the episode had been pulled down because of public pressure. “Ofweneke was forced to delete our
The FIFA World Cup Round of 32 lineup is now complete after the end of the group stage matches. Twenty-four teams qualified by finishing first or second in their groups, while the eight best third-placed teams also secured places in the knockout stage. The Round of 32 promises exciting matches as teams battle for a