Global Affairs
US government ends temporary protection for Somali migrants
The termination means Somali TPS holders must either depart the U.S. by the March 17 deadline or obtain another lawful immigration status to remain in the country.
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Health and Wellness
Kenya’s reproductive health programmes at risk after US pullout
In Kenya, UNFPA supports programmes that include contraceptive distribution, antenatal care, prevention of HIV among adolescents, initiatives to reduce unsafe abortions, and campaigns to lower teenage pregnancies.
Global Affairs
Somalia dismisses claims of senior officials destroying WFP warehouse, stealing aid food
The said officials allegedly seized 76 metric tons of donor-supported food assistance from a US-funded World Food Programme warehouse.
Global Affairs
US announces exit from 66 global bodies under new policy shift
The administration said the action delivers on a campaign pledge by President Donald Trump to stop what it calls the misuse of American taxpayer money outside the country. Officials argued that the US has for years funded organisations that do not serve its people or values.
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Chadema condemns arrest of US-based Tanzanian
The party called for the immediate and unconditional release of Kweka unless credible and specific charges are promptly presented before an independent court.
Global Affairs
United State secures 7,500-troop support for Haiti Gang Force
The move follows a September decision by the United Nations Security Council to double the size of the 15-month-old security mission in Haiti and rename it the Gang Suppression Force. The mission had previously operated under the Kenya-led Haiti Multinational Security Support Mission (MSS), which struggled with both funding and staffing.
Global Affairs
Belarus releases 123 detainees after US agrees to ease sanctions
The move followed talks held in Minsk with Donald Trump’s special envoy for Belarus, John Coale, and marks a rare diplomatic shift involving President Alexander Lukashenko’s government. Nobel Peace Prize laureate Ales Bialiatski is also among those freed as part of the deal.
Global Affairs
US and Rwanda ink Sh29 billion deal to boost health sector
The funding, jointly provided by both governments, aims to "save lives, strengthen Rwanda's health system," and enhance American safety, the State Department said late Friday.
Global Affairs
Salvadoran man faces deportation to Uganda after US jail release
Kilmar Ábrego García, 30, was released on Friday but his lawyers say US authorities are preparing to deport him to Uganda under a little-known agreement that allows the US to send some migrants to third countries
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Kenyan delegation in Washington to secure trade gains
The officials will hold a series of meetings with U.S. government representatives, business leaders, and the private sector to explore long-term opportunities for Kenyan exports and foreign investment.
Global Affairs
Taiwan denies US blocked President Lai’s transit, says no travel plans
The response follows a report by the Financial Times alleging that the Trump administration had denied Lai entry into New York.
Global Affairs
Southeast U.S. swelters under intense heat wave, warnings issued
The National Weather Service has issued heat advisories and extreme heat warnings across the region, covering parts of Georgia, the Carolinas, and up through eastern Virginia.