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The Cessna 208B plane, registration 5Y-CCA, crashed on October 28, 2025 in the forested hills of Tsimba Golini Ward, Matuga Sub-County, killing all 11 people on board.
The controversy erupted after Zuma-Sambudla’s half-sister, Nkosazana Zuma-Mncube, lodged a police complaint on November 22. In the complaint, she accused Duduzile and two associates, Siphokazi Xuma and Blessing Khoza, of misleading the men to travel to Russia for what was said to be bodyguard training for MK.
The petitioner, Centre for Litigation Trust, argued in court papers that the sudden removal of security appears aimed at pressuring the two leaders to alter their political views and affiliations. While other Governors and Senators continue to enjoy police protection, Natembeya and Khalwale have been singled out, leaving them vulnerable.
Following the takeover, the junta installed General Horta N'Tam, the former army chief of staff, as the head of a transitional government set to last one year. President Embalo, who was briefly detained by the military, fled to Senegal on Thursday.
Earlier this week, Iranian media outlet Varzesh 3 reported that US authorities had refused visas to key officials, including Mehdi Taj. While the US did grant entry to four members of the delegation, among them national team coach Amir Ghalenoei, the federation argued that selective approval amounted to unequal treatment and undermined fairness.
Around 6,000 planes from the A320 family are affected, which represents about half of the manufacturer’s global fleet. Most aircraft are expected to resume flying once a simple software update is applied.
The motion passed with 539 votes in favor, none against, and 27 abstentions, sending a strong message of concern over the country’s post-election situation. Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) highlighted credible reports of violence after the polls and an intensifying environment of fear directed at opposition politicians, journalists, civil society groups, and human rights defenders.
Yermak’s exit could weaken Ukraine’s position in upcoming talks, with US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll expected in Kyiv this week under the Trump peace initiative. In Moscow, President Vladimir Putin has endorsed a Hungarian offer to host a possible Trump-Putin summit, maintaining pressure on Kyiv.
The Baringo by-election attracted attention as a measure of party strength and political alliances in a county where voter loyalty often shifts. UDA’s clear win in this race reinforces its dominance in what is considered a key stronghold and highlights the party’s growing influence in recent by-elections.
They argue that the state should use money collected through taxes, sovereign loans, the Road Maintenance Levy Fund, and other national levies, instead of turning the highway into a toll road. According to them, the proposed charge of Sh8 per kilometre is unjust because motorists have financed the construction and maintenance of the country’s main roads for years.
Panyako alleged that irregularities marred the election process in Malava. He claimed that out of 198 polling stations, 134 had voted in his favor, but manipulation in 54 stations undermined the results.
In 2024, measles cases surged by 86% in the WHO Eastern Mediterranean Region, 47% in Europe, and 42% in South-East Asia, compared with 2019
LSK said its observers had been monitoring the elections closely and were troubled by the level of unrest, noting that elections are meant to be peaceful exercises in democratic participation. The society emphasized that no citizen should face threats or intimidation when exercising their right to vote.
Speaking in Parliament on Friday at the media centre, Cherargei dismissed claims that the victory was marginal, insisting that the results reflected the will of the people and the outcome should not be downplayed.
The forum reviewed progress in early identification and intervention for children with disabilities, assessed current screening practices.
The affected towers, part of Wang Fuk Court, had been undergoing renovations when the blaze broke out. Officials said Styrofoam installed on the exterior of the windows helped the fire spread rapidly.
Pedro Castillo, who served as president from 2021 until his impeachment in 2022, received an 11-year jail term on Thursday for attempting to dissolve Congress and govern by decree.
Speaking at a press briefing on Friday, November 28, UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar said disloyal members should either resign or face the party in a fair contest.
Speaking moments after being announced the winner, Hassan expressed deep gratitude to the people of Banissa, dedicating the victory to them rather than himself.
The change in policy comes after Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer wrote to President Emmanuel Macron urging him to back the plan and saying we currently "have no effective deterrent" in the Channel, according to a report in Le Monde.
Somalia’s Ambassador to Kenya, Jabril Ibrahim Abdulle, said culture remains one of the strongest ways to build connections between nations.
Cooperative and MSME Development Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya outlined the initiatives during the 4th Kenya Public-Private Sector MSMEs Dialogue at the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Sports Complex in Kisumu.
KEG President Zubeida Kananu told the gathering that many journalists continue to work under growing fear, pointing to harassment, physical injury, and threats that have become common during major public events.
The decision stems from a petition filed by activist and Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah, who challenged amendments that attempted to give the NLC a one-year window to reach determinations and three years to carry out remedies in matters involving past land crimes. The court agreed with him that these timelines had no constitutional basis and would interfere with the Commission’s role.
In a statement, Senegal’s foreign ministry said Embaló landed “safe and sound” aboard a chartered military aircraft, marking the first public sighting of the former president since soldiers took control in Bissau.
ELOG deployed 100 mobile observers across 22 electoral areas, covering both urban and rural regions. The team monitored key stages of the electoral process—including the opening, voting, closing, and counting of ballots—and submitted real-time reports through digital tools.
Ruto urged citizens to share in this optimism, warning that scepticism and negative thinking have slowed the country’s progress. He encouraged Kenyans to trust in their nation’s potential, stressing that development is attainable through careful planning, consistency, and united effort.
The Rironi–Mau Summit corridor stretches 175 kilometers, while the Nairobi–Maai Mahiu–Naivasha section covers 58 kilometers. Both roads are being built under a world-class Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model, with a total investment exceeding Sh170 billion.
The contest unfolded as a direct duel between Kombe, supported by politicians aligned with the government, and Kenga, who had the backing of the United Opposition. Harrison Kombe had previously lost the seat in 2024 when the Supreme Court upheld a decision to nullify his 2022 election victory.
The suspects were found in possession of ten pangas, five knives, rungus, and stones, and are currently in police custody awaiting arraignment.