Ash Wednesday: A season of reflection amid noise
MOMBASA, Kenya—Feb 18, 2026—On Wednesday morning, as dawn broke over cities and villages across Kenya, lines of worshippers formed quietly inside churches. There were no slogans, no campaign chants, no social media outrage — only the solemn ritual of ashes traced gently on foreheads, accompanied by the ancient reminder: remember that you are dust, and […]
Ramadan 2026: Controversies, unity calls, and Global moon sightings
MOMBASA, Kenya—Feb 18, 2026—As Muslims in Kenya prepare for the Holy month of Ramadan, the nation is witnessing the familiar mix of anticipation and controversy over the official start of fasting. Acting Chief Kadh Sheikh Sukyan Omar Hassan has cautioned believers against engaging in disputes, emphasizing that even if some begin fasting on different days, […]
Activist Mwabili Mwagodi charged over alleged false social media posts
NAIROBI, Kenya—Feb 18, 2026—Activist Hanningtone Mwabili Mwagodi was on Tuesday arraigned at the Milimani Law Courts in Nairobi, where he faces charges of publishing false information on his X account. The prosecution is seeking seven days to detain him in police custody to conclude investigations, including the extraction and forensic analysis of data from his […]