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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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Security & Crime

Rio's Deadliest Police Raid Kills 64, Sparks Global Outcry

A massive police operation in Brazil targeting a powerful crime syndicate has left at least 64 people dead, drawing condemnation from the UN and raising critical questions about heavy-handed security tactics in urban areas, a persistent challenge in Kenya.

SOStreamline Official

Oct 29, 2025

Security & Crime

NZ Police Raid Insurer Over Russian Sanctions Bust

The investigation into a New-Zealand based insurer for allegedly covering 'shadow fleet' oil tankers highlights the global crackdown on sanctions evasion, with direct implications for maritime security and the volatile fuel prices affecting Kenyan consumers.

SOStreamline Official

Oct 29, 2025

Politics

Seoul's Superpower Summit: South Korea's High-Stakes Diplomatic Gamble

As South Korea hosts the leaders of the United States and China for the APEC summit, the delicate balancing act offers critical lessons for Kenya and East Africa on navigating the treacherous currents of great power rivalry while safeguarding national economic and security interests.

SOStreamline Official

Oct 29, 2025

Politics

UK Prison System Under Fire After Multiple Mistaken Releases

A series of erroneous prisoner releases in the United Kingdom, including a convicted sex offender, has exposed deep systemic failures, prompting a high-level investigation and raising global questions about prison management under pressure.

SOStreamline Official

Oct 29, 2025

Politics

UK Defends Costlier Barracks for Asylum Seekers Amid Protests

The UK government is moving asylum seekers from hotels to military barracks, a policy it admits may be more expensive but justifies as necessary to quell public discontent.

SOStreamline Official

Oct 29, 2025

Business

US Fed Poised for Rate Cut: What It Means for Kenya's Economy

The US Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates for the second time this year on Wednesday, a move that could offer relief to Kenya's economy by easing pressure on the shilling and reducing the cost of servicing dollar-denominated debt.

SOStreamline Official

Oct 29, 2025

Politics

BBC Journalist Held in Vietnam Amid Deepening UK Trade Ties

As a BBC journalist remains unable to leave Vietnam, the incident casts a harsh light on the state of press freedom, echoing growing concerns over media harassment and government pressure facing journalists in Kenya and across East Africa.

SOStreamline Official

Oct 29, 2025

Business

Kenya-IMF Loan Talks Hit Snags Over Debt and Revenue Concerns

Crucial negotiations for a new multi-billion shilling IMF facility face delays as the Fund demands greater transparency on debt and stronger revenue performance, raising stakes for Kenya's 2026 budget and taxpayers.

SOStreamline Official

Oct 29, 2025

Politics

US Agency Deports Man to Laos, Defying Federal Court Order

The case of Chanthila Souvannarath raises global questions about executive power and the rule of law after US immigration officials ignored a judicial order, sparking condemnation from civil rights groups.

SOStreamline Official

Oct 29, 2025

Politics

State Recovers 600-Plus Illegal Guns in Kerio Valley Operation

President Ruto issues a stern warning to remaining holders of illicit arms, vowing to end decades of banditry that has crippled the region's economy and social fabric. This disarmament drive is critical for Kenya's internal security and development agenda.

SOStreamline Official

Oct 29, 2025

Business

Frank Ireri, Banker Who Redefined Kenyan Mortgages, Dies at 63

The former HF Group chief executive, who spearheaded the transformation of a legacy mortgage lender into a diversified financial services group, has passed away, leaving a complex legacy of innovation and market disruption in Kenya's property sector.

SOStreamline Official

Oct 29, 2025

Technology

Kenyan Youth Cultivate Jobs Through Agri-Tech Revolution

As youth unemployment persists, a new generation of entrepreneurs is leveraging technology and sustainable practices to create jobs and modernize Kenya’s most vital economic sector.

SOStreamline Official

Oct 29, 2025