William Ruto is in the news as Kenya’s president faces corruption probes amid political tensions. He’s been in office since 2022, after serving as deputy president.
Burkina Faso's military government has dissolved all political parties, citing concerns over divisions and dysfunction. The move follows a series of crackdowns on dissent, amid ongoing insurgencies and efforts to rebuild the state after the 2022 coup led by Captain Ibrahim Traore. International calls for respect for civil liberties persist.
Kenya's government launched a campaign to restore 10.6 million hectares of degraded land by 2032, logging 738 million trees. However, experts warn that survival rates are uncertain due to inadequate tracking and care, raising questions about the campaign's true ecological impact.
The UN reports a surge in civilian deaths and war crimes in Sudan's ongoing conflict, with over 11,300 civilians killed in 2025. Human rights violations, including ethnic violence and sexual violence, have intensified amid fighting between the Sudanese Armed Forces and RSF. Recent sanctions target RSF commanders involved in atrocities.
Heavy rains have triggered flash floods across Kenya, including Nairobi, with at least 42 deaths reported and emergency responders continuing search and rescue. The government is coordinating relief as flights are disrupted and infrastructure is damaged; authorities warn that the situation is likely to deteriorate as more rain is forecast.
Recent heavy rains in Kenya have caused deadly floods, with 81 deaths and thousands displaced. Meanwhile, England's water levels remain stable after a wetter-than-normal winter, but drought warnings persist due to dry March conditions. Authorities in both regions continue monitoring and responding to ongoing weather impacts.
Uchral Nyam-Osor was appointed Mongolia's new prime minister following the resignation of Zandanshatar Gombojav. The change follows weeks of political turmoil, opposition boycotts, and corruption allegations, raising concerns over government stability and foreign investment. Uchral aims to unify the government and stabilize the economy.
The US has issued travel warnings and ordered non-essential staff to leave Nigeria due to escalating violence, terrorism, and kidnapping. Nigeria's government criticizes the advisories as unbalanced, citing ongoing security efforts and progress. The situation remains volatile across many states, with US warnings covering over half of Nigeria's regions.
Security efforts in Haiti have slowed gang advances but remain fragile, with gangs adapting to drone strikes and expanding into remote areas. Meanwhile, Kenya faces rising politically linked gangs targeting leaders and disrupting public order, prompting urgent calls for legislative action and security reforms.
A Cessna 208 Caravan operated by CityLink Aviation Ltd has crashed about 20 kilometers southwest of Juba, killing 15 people on board including 13 South Sudanese and 2 Kenyans. Initial findings point to adverse weather and poor visibility. Investigators have been dispatched to the scene.
Kenya's Sabastian Sawe has become the first man to run a competitive marathon in under two hours, finishing the 2026 London Marathon in 1:59:30. Yomif Kejelcha has also run under two hours. The performance has reshaped the world record, triggered national celebration in Kenya and prompted discussion about shoes, pacing and testing.