Culture
Kenyan Village Becomes Unexpected Training Ground for Marathoner’s Personal Best
A reporter's quest for a faster marathon in Kenya's Iten yielded unexpected personal growth beyond athletic gains.
Tag: Kenya
Health
US Aid Workers Quarantined After Ebola Outbreak Travel to Kenya
Seven US aid workers involved in the DRC Ebola response are quarantined in Kenya after new travel bans.
Politics
Nairobi Streets Barricaded as Youth-Led Protests Grip Kenya’s Capital
Kenya's capital, Nairobi, is under lockdown as authorities move to block an annual youth-led protest, sparking concerns over civil liberties.
News
Kenya Erupts in Protest Over Exclusive U.S. Ebola Quarantine Facility
Protests erupt in Kenya over a U.S.-funded Ebola quarantine facility designated exclusively for Americans, sparking a political crisis.
Legal
Kenyan Court Delays US Ebola Unit Amid Public Outcry
Kenyan court further delays U.S. Ebola quarantine unit for Americans exposed to the virus, amid ongoing protests.
Legal
Kenyan Court Halts US Ebola Quarantine Facility Amid Legal Challenge
Kenyan court halts U.S. plans for an Ebola quarantine unit for American citizens, citing legal challenges.
Disasters
Kenya School Dormitory Fire Claims Multiple Student Lives
A fire in a Kenyan school dormitory has killed several students, sparking renewed concerns over safety measures in educational institutions.
Business
Macron Courts Anglophone Africa in Bid for Renewed Influence
French President Emmanuel Macron met with Anglophone African leaders in Kenya to strengthen ties and expand French influence.
International
Kenya’s Great Rift Valley: The Crucible of World-Class Marathon Runners
Reporter John Eligon explores Kenya's Great Rift Valley, the renowned training ground for elite marathon runners, experiencing the demanding environment and culture that fosters athletic excellence.
News
Kenyan Runner’s London Marathon Triumph Sparks National Joy
Sabastian Sawe's record-breaking London Marathon win ignites national pride and celebrates Kenya's enduring legacy in distance running.