Emmanuel Wanjala

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South Sudan President Salva Kiir. /BBC/AGENCYThe Government of South Sudan has announced the expulsion of the United States Ambassador and ordered the closure of the US Embassy in Juba. In an official statement released by the Office of the Vice President, the decision follows a diplomatic dispute over the deportation of Kinitu Makula, a Congolese national also known as Nimeiri Garang.

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South Sudan President Salva Kiir. /BBC/AGENCYThe Government of South Sudan has denied expelling the United States Ambassador or ordering the closure of the US Embassy in Juba. A statement from Foreign Ministry spokesperson Apuk Ayuel Mayen says the claims are unfounded, terming them "misinformation circulating on social media". “These allegations did not originate from any official source within the government and are entirely without merit,” Mayen added.

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Scenes at Nyoyo National Stadium after police fired teargas to disperse crowds during general elections. /SCREENGRABPandemonium overshadowed Gor Mahia's general elections at the Nyayo National Stadium on Sunday. Police fired teargas to disperse crowds at the stadium after chaos erupted, causing confusion. Delegates and fans scampered to safety with police in hot pursuit.

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Birds eye view of Kampala city. /KAMPALA AUTHORITIESAir pollution is imposing a heavy and growing burden on health for much of Africa’s population, resulting in deaths from cardiovascular and respiratory diseases, scientific evidence on the health effects of air pollution in East Africa shows. The Health Effects of Air Pollution in East Africa study published this April found that exposure to air pollution is associated with a wide range of health effects throughout the life course.

1 week ago | the-star.co.ke | Emmanuel Wanjala

Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen during the commissioning of the new Kamtonga Police Station in Mwatate, Taita Taveta county, April 12, 2025. /MINAInterior and National Administration CS Kipchumba Murkomen has taken issue with the High Court verdict declaring the police reforms taskforce unlawful. The CS said the ruling is unfavourable to officers who are facing numerous challenges that the Maraga-led Police Reforms taskforce sought to address.