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Nairobi launches Beijing-inspired underpass network to unclog central business district

Construction has begun on the Greenpark Terminus Pedestrian Underpass, a 500-metre Beijing-inspired walkway at Haile Selassie Avenue and Uhuru Highway designed to protect pedestrians, improve traffic flow and complement other major road projects aimed at easing Nairobi’s congestion.

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Business

Tesla Shareholders Endorse Historic $878 Billion Musk Pay Deal

The landmark decision, granting CEO Elon Musk the largest corporate payout in history, has ignited a global debate on executive compensation and corporate governance, with muted immediate impact but long-term implications for Kenya's nascent electric vehicle market.

SOStreamline Official

Nov 7, 2025

Politics

US Court Orders Government to Fund Food Aid for 42 Million

A judicial ruling compelling the US government to fund its primary food assistance program during a shutdown offers critical lessons for Kenya on safeguarding social safety nets and the essential role of independent courts in protecting vulnerable citizens.

SOStreamline Official

Nov 7, 2025

Politics

UN Lifts Sanctions on Syrian President Ahead of US Visit

The move signals Syria's rapid reintegration into the global community after a decade of civil war, a development with significant implications for international diplomacy and the global fight against terrorism.

SOStreamline Official

Nov 7, 2025

Technology

US Shutdown Sparks Global Travel Chaos, Flights Cut

Hundreds of daily flights are being cancelled across the United States due to a federal government shutdown, raising concerns over potential disruptions for Kenyan travellers and the nation's vital tourism sector.

SOStreamline Official

Nov 7, 2025

Environment & Climate Change

Eleven Arrested as Protests Flare at Politically-Charged UK Football Match

A UEFA Europa League fixture in Birmingham, UK, becomes a flashpoint for geopolitical tensions, raising questions about the intersection of sport and international conflict that resonate globally, including in Kenya.

SOStreamline Official

Nov 7, 2025

Technology

GTA VI Delayed to Late 2026, Sparking Global Industry Jitters

The further delay of one of the world's most anticipated video games to November 2026 postpones a significant cultural and economic event for millions, including Kenya's rapidly growing gaming community.

SOStreamline Official

Nov 7, 2025

Politics

Ruto Secures Release of Kenyans in Ukraine, Discusses War Impacts

President Ruto has secured an agreement from President Zelenskyy for the release of Kenyans detained in Ukraine, while also addressing the illegal recruitment of citizens into the conflict and the war's severe economic impact on Kenya.

SOStreamline Official

Nov 7, 2025

Politics

Odinga's German Song: A Final Diplomatic Note Echoes in Bondo

A German youth orchestra's tribute at Raila Odinga's graveside reveals a legacy of personal diplomacy rooted in his student years in Magdeburg, transcending politics to strengthen Kenya-Germany cultural ties.

SOStreamline Official

Nov 7, 2025

Lifestyle & Culture

East Africa Confronts Alarming Convergence of Conflict and Crisis

A surge in violent conflict, democratic decay, and economic fragmentation is severely testing regional stability, forcing Kenya to navigate escalating spillover effects from neighbouring states.

SOStreamline Official

Nov 7, 2025

Technology

Kenya's Heroes: A Nation Debates Identity Beyond The Political Elite

With the National Heroes Act intended to broaden recognition, a persistent focus on political figures sparks a national conversation about honouring Kenya's unsung champions in science, arts, and sports.

SOStreamline Official

Nov 7, 2025

Development & Infrastructure

Kenya's Tourism Must Directly Uplift Local Communities, Stakeholders Urge

As Kenya's tourism sector rebounds, urgent calls are mounting for a paradigm shift towards community-centric models that ensure the economic benefits of the multi-billion shilling industry are equitably shared with the populations living alongside the nation's prime attractions.

SOStreamline Official

Nov 7, 2025

Development & Infrastructure

Kenya Mandates Energy Audits for Industries in New Sustainability Push

New regulations compel large energy consumers to conduct regular efficiency audits and implement savings measures, aiming to cut national power costs and align with Kenya's ambitious climate goals.

SOStreamline Official

Nov 7, 2025