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Biden Hosts Kenyan Leader In State Visit

Kenyan President William Ruto meets President Joe Biden at the White House on Wednesday for the first state visit by an African leader in 15 years -- and at a time when the US faces geopolitical headwinds across the continent.

International Business Times

Why are Kenyan forces set to intervene in Haiti and how is the US involved?

When William Ruto meets Joe Biden in Washington, a Kenyan-led police mission to Haiti will top the presidents’ agenda.

Al Jazeera

Biden is honoring Kenya with state visit as the East African nation prepares to send police to Haiti

President Joe Biden is welcoming Kenyan President William Ruto to the White House to kick off a three-day state visit

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Kenyan president will receive White House praise over troops-to-Haiti move − but lack of action across Americas should prompt regional soul-searching

Kenyan President William Ruto will attend a rare U.S. state reception for an African leader on May 23, 2024 – but much of the chat will be about a third country: Haiti.

The Conversation

Kenya’s President Ruto visits US as police deployment to Haiti takes shape

Kenyan officials say Haiti deployment is imminent as William Ruto to hold talks with US President Joe Biden this week.

Al Jazeera

Kenyan special forces police to arrive in Haiti to help combat gang violence

An advance group of Kenyan officers, part of a larger UN-backed ‘support mission’ to stabilize Haiti, landed in Port-au-Prince

The Guardian - US

Kenya is badly prepared for floods: four steps to reduce devastation and deaths

Floods in Kenya in April/May 2024 led to the deaths of over 250 people and caused damage estimated at 4 billion Kenya shillings (US$35 million).

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Nairobi to New York and back: the loneliness of the internationally educated elite

The long read: Every year, hundreds of Kenyans head off to study at elite universities in the US and UK. On graduating, many find themselves in a strange position: unable to fit in abroad, but no longer feeling like they belong back home

The Guardian - UK

Haiti’s main international airport reopens nearly three months after gang violence forced it closed

Haiti’s main international airport has reopened for the first time in nearly three months after relentless gang violence forced authorities to close it to all traffic in early March

The Independent UK

Haiti, trade top agenda as Kenya's Ruto makes historic state visit to US

Kenyan President William Ruto is this week making the first state visit to the US by an African leader in 15 years. The crisis in Haiti, where Kenya has pledged troops to quel gang violence, is topping the agenda – as are trade and security partnerships.

Radio France Internationale

Ruto On First State Visit By Kenyan Leader To US In Two Decades

Kenyan President William Ruto meets his US counterpart Joe Biden in Washington this week, with the crisis in Haiti and efforts to build trade ties likely to top the agenda.

International Business Times

Kenya’s flood evictions may violate the law - scholar

Recent floods in Kenya have left at least 270 people dead, displaced more than 200,000 and destroyed property, infrastructure and livelihoods across the country. In Nairobi, hundreds of people in informal settlements were left homeless and thousands were displaced. And now, the government has been evicting people from flood-prone areas.

The Conversation

South Sudan Signs Peace Declaration In Kenya Talks

South Sudan and rebel groups sign commitment declaration in Kenya, a crucial step towards peace efforts in the conflict-ridden nation.

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South Sudan government and rebel groups sign 'commitment' for peace in ongoing peace talks in Kenya

The government of South Sudan and rebel opposition groups have signed a “commitment declaration” for peace during high-level mediation talks in Kenya, described as key step in efforts to end the conflict in South Sudan that has long crippled its economy

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TikTok in Kenya: the government wants to restrict it, but my study shows it can be useful and empowering

Every day, 750 million people around the world engage with Tiktok – the short-video sharing app. Kenyans are among its top users.

Fortune

I grew up in Kenya's biggest slum and know from experience: International aid must shift toward community-based organizations

Every year, Africa receives billions of dollars of aid. Yet very little of it goes directly to local communities in need.

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The Royal Family: Strengthening Bonds Through History And Friendship

Explore how the Royal Family's State Visit to Kenya highlights the importance of acknowledging history, fostering international friendships, and promoting ...

The Hindu

India sends fresh consignments of relief materials to flood-hit Kenya

India sent fresh consignments of relief materials containing 40 tonnes of medicines and other supplies for the flood affected people of Kenya.

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Kenya's Samburu boys share a sacred bond. Why one teen broke with the brotherhood

After initiation rites – including circumcision – the boys leave their families to take charge of the herds, driving them high into the mountains. It's a way of life that climate change is testing.

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Kenyan Government Faces Criticism Over Flood Response

Recent heavy rainfall in Nairobi leads to floods and mudslides, prompting government evacuations and demolitions. Critics question response and aid for aff...

WEKU

In Kenya's flooded slums, people mourn their losses and slam their leaders

The government has declared May 10 a day of mourning to mark the deaths from disastrous floods and pledged to help. But some say the authorities aren't doing enough. And the rains keep falling.

France 24

Nigeria's rural vigilante patrols aim to protect local communities

Northern Nigerian communities who have lost faith in the struggling security forces' ability to protect them are increasingly setting up vigilante groups to battle insurgents themselves. Also, rap is gaining ground in Egypt and although the scene is still overwhelmingly dominated by men, women are increasingly picking up the mic.…

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African Presidents Launch High-Level Mediation Talks On South Sudan

African leaders gather in Kenya for high-level talks on South Sudan conflict, aiming to promote peace and stability in the region.

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Kenya's Doctors Union Ends National Strike After Agreement Reached

Kenya's public hospital doctors union ends strike, addressing labor issues, bringing relief to patients and healthcare system. Ongoing challenges in health...

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Kenya Declares Public Holiday To Mourn Flood Victims

Kenya declares public holiday to mourn flood victims, initiates tree planting and school repairs amidst ongoing heavy rains.

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