Business
Emirates to deploy Airbus A350 on Nairobi-Dubai route from October
The A350 will operate flights EK717 and EK718, with the aircraft carrying 298 passengers across Business, Premium Economy and Economy cabins.
Dubai
Crime
DCI arrests two women over alleged 658g gold smuggling attempt at JKIA
In a statement by DCI on Sunday, the suspects Mahamed Shukri Abdulahi and Sabriye Farhiyo Hussein were intercepted in the early hours of September 4,2026 as they prepared to board an Emirates flight to Dubai.
Africa
EU blocks Sudan gold imports to cut off war funding
The conflict, which broke out in April 2023 between Sudan's regular army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), has displaced more than 14 million people, making it one of the world's worst humanitarian emergencies.
Business
Kenya Airways doubles daily Dubai flights from September
The national carrier said it will increase its Nairobi-Dubai schedule from seven flights a week to 14 beginning September 1, a move that comes at a time when competition on the route is rising following Emirates' decision to introduce a third daily service.
Global Affairs
Diaspora affairs strategist hails UAE visa-on-arrival policy as win for Kenya
The policy, which took effect on June 25, 2026, allows qualifying Kenyans residing in the United States, the United Kingdom, European Union countries, Canada, Australia, Japan, Singapore, South Korea, and New Zealand to obtain either a 14-day or 60-day visa upon arrival at airports in Dubai or Abu Dhabi
News
Kenya Airways suspends Nairobi–Dubai repatriation flight after security advisory
Kenya Airways warned that proceeding with the flight despite the advisory would expose passengers and crew to unnecessary danger.
News
Kenya Airways announces repatriation flights to and from Dubai
The airline clarified that these are not part of its regular scheduled services but are designated repatriation flights targeting customers who are citizens or residents of the UAE seeking to travel from Nairobi, and vice versa.
Sports
Roll Ball World Cup: Kenya makes statement win over Poland
From the opening whistle, the hosts were on the back foot as Kenya’s speed, precision and ruthless finishing turned a competitive fixture into a one‑sided showcase of dominance.
News
Dubai Timeout: Ruth reveals Oburu has taken a short break to reset
Oburu has been deeply involved in national events in recent weeks. He was at the centre of preparations for the farewell of his younger brother, the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, who died on October 15. As part of the funeral committee, he guided the organisation of the ceremonies, including arrangements for Raila’s burial at their family home in Kang’o ka Jaramogi in Siaya.
Sports
UK's crackdown on ticket touts leaves football fans in the cold
The move comes after a BBC probe revealed thousands of Premier League seats being hawked for two to four times face value on the black market, fuelling public anger and headlines.
News
Woman arrested at JKIA for trying to smuggle cocaine to Dubai
Detectives from the Anti-Narcotics Unit carried out further checks and discovered that the suspect had ingested narcotics. Under medical supervision, she later excreted three cocaine pellets, and authorities believe additional drugs may remain inside her. She is being closely monitored as the investigation continues.
Global Affairs
Dubai detains alleged sex-ring boss after BBC exposé
The BBC investigation detailed testimonies from young Ugandan women who travelled to Dubai believing they were securing legitimate jobs in supermarkets or hotels, only to be trapped in prostitution.