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During a public rally in Kenya, President William Ruto had a shoe thrown at him, highlighting growing discontent over the rising cost of living. The incident, which led to arrests, reflects public frustration with economic challenges and recent tax hikes. Citizens are urging the government to address their grievances and provide real solutions to ease the financial burden.

Kenyan President William Ruto is strengthening ties with China, amidst trade tensions between Washington and Beijing. Ruto, on a five-day visit to China, seeks to learn from China's development and thanked Xi Jinping for financial support. He criticized the current world order and US tariffs, fearing their impact on African economies.

China and Kenya agreed on Thursday to boost ties to a new level and oppose trade barriers, following talks between President Xi Jinping and his Kenyan counterpart William Ruto in Beijing. They also said they oppose "unilateral sanctions, decoupling, tariff barriers and technology blockade", while expressing support for the World Trade Organization.

Haitians are increasingly protesting against escalating gang violence, demanding the resignation of the prime minister and transitional council. Recent demonstrations follow community leader killings, with neighborhoods vowing resistance. The surge in violence has caused numerous deaths, injuries, and widespread displacement, as gangs seize control and target key areas, prompting international concern and limited intervention.

Neeraj Chopra is set to host the inaugural 'NC Classic' javelin event in Bengaluru on May 24. This World Athletics Gold Label event features stars like Anderson Peters and Julius Yego. Chopra, already qualified for the World Athletics Championships, aims to boost Indian athletics.

Justice B R Gavai emphasized the integral role of personal data protection in the digital age as part of the right to privacy and life. Addressing challenges like misinformation, online harassment, and emerging technologies, he highlighted the need for judiciaries in developing countries to define limits on digital rights and governmental regulation.

Kenya's government, led by President William Ruto, has introduced a multiple-entry eTA to streamline entry for cruise tourists at the Port of Mombasa. This move aims to enhance cruise tourism, supported by infrastructure investments and boosted hospitality services, positioning Kenya as a leading maritime tourism destination.

Kenyan national cricket team’s coach Thomas Odoyo said here on Sunday that Modi had talked of signing an agreement with kenyan government wherein cricketers there would get help from Indian coaches.

Cricket is the first love and football is an also-ran here. But this Gujarati might cause the first spark of change.

Kenya is facing a digital crackdown as the government targets AI-generated content and social media activism. With AI tools contributing to online dissent, authorities are tightening regulations. Reports of abductions of government critics add to the tension in an increasingly restrictive digital landscape.

American YouTuber MrBeast's video about constructing 100 wells in Africa has received mixed responses. Kenyan activists and journalists pointed out the failures of the kenyan government. Despite potential backlash, MrBeast believes the wells will provide clean drinking water for 500,000 people in Cameroon, Kenya, Somalia, Uganda, and Zimbabwe. The associated fundraising campaign has raised over $300,000. MrBeast also donated supplies to Kenyan schools and built a bridge and donated bicycles to Zimbabwean villages.

NEW DELHI: India on Sunday night said it has no confirmation about reports of release of three of its nationals kidnapped by a militant group in Iraq attributed to Kenyan Foreign Minister Chirau Ali Mwakwere but hoped that the hostages would be freed.

Kenyan president William Ruto will not sign a controversial finance bill after mass protests resulted in at least 22 deaths. The bill aimed to raise taxes, prompting a public outcry against economic hardship. Ruto labeled the protests "treasonous" but later acknowledged the widespread dissatisfaction. The high court has ordered the military to withdraw from the streets amidst ongoing tensions.

India on Saturday said it was monitoring the situation in Nairobi, where a terror attack in a mall has left around 22 people dead, and all its mission staff were reportedly safe.

Two Kenyan nationals assaulted a uniformed Government Railway Police (GRP) constable at Byculla station early on Monday with his own lathi. While no case has been registered yet, the CST GRP has initiated a probe into the incident.

Haiti is experiencing extreme violence with numerous killings and thousands forced to flee their homes. Despite efforts from international security missions, gangs continue to control large parts of the country. The United Nations has called for urgent support, highlighting a dramatic increase in deaths, kidnappings, and gender-based violence.